Who? Park Hotel
What? Hide out at the Park Hotel, a peaceful solace at the heart of pedestrian Den Haag. It’s a stone’s throw from the Royal Palace, shops and cafés but also boasts its own sunny courtyard where you can relax to the sound of birds chirping. There’s a quirky array of boutique-style rooms too. An unexpected oasis.
When? Open year round
Where? Molenstraat 53, 2513 BJ Den Haag, Netherlands
How? For more information, see www.parkhoteldenhaag.nl
Who? Hong Kong Tourism Board What? Head to Hong Kong for the ultimate gourmet extravaganza, the Wine and Dine Festival. There will be a mix of local and international culinary creations with a focus on food and wine matching. There will also be a premium tasting room for guests to get to grips with fine wines. Tickets are priced at HK$30. When? 31st October to 3rd November Where? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong How? For more information, see www.discoverhongkong.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Untravelled Paths What? For Valentine’s Day, Untravelled Paths is offering a special Valentine’s Package at The Ice Hotel in Romania. Bran Castle, Peles Castle, Faragas Mountains by cable car and Brukenthal Palace are just a few of the sights you’ll get to experience. Priced at £390 per person for three or four night break including transfers, select meals, accommodation, excursions and bilingual guide. When? Departing 12th or 13th February Where? Transfer from Bucharest airport How? For reservations, call 0871 662 9521 Fly via KLM
Who? Ananda in the Himalayas What? Award-winning destination spa, Ananda in the Himalayas, has recently launched new beauty experiences based on traditional Tibetan teachings. There are three new treatments: Tibetan Ku Nye Massage, Tibetan Ku Nye Facial and The Tibetan Ritual. The new treatments will be using organic products from UK-based skin care company ILA to harmonise the body’s five cosmic elements: earth, water, fire, air and space. When? Available now Where? The Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar Tehri – Garhwal, Uttaranchal – 249175, India How? For more information, visit www.anandaspa.com
Who? David Backhouse What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Abercrombie & Kent What? Luxury tour operators Abercrombie & Kent have recently unveiled their ultimate African adventure – an African odyssey by private jet. A maximum of 40 guests are invited to join CEO Geoffrey Kent on a 19 day journey which will include Tanzania, Ethiopia and Zambia with a mix of wildlife and culture. Prices start from £55,000 per person. When? Book now for travel in March 2014 Where? Journey departs from St Regis Hotel, Via Vittorio Emanuele Orlando, 3 00185 Rome, Italy How? See www.abercrombiekent.co.uk for more information Fly via British Airways
Who? The Yeatman What? Portuguese food is often known for its simplicity but at the Michelin-starred restaurant at The Yeatman Hotel this translates to something more gastronomic. For a restaurant in a city that’s entrenched in wine, port to be exactly, the menu is never very far from that connection. That’s perhaps why it’s the perfect place to learn about wines with a menu made to match. When? Open year round with set dates for wine dinners Where? The Yeatman Hotel, Rua do Choupelo, (Santa Marinha), Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto 4400-088, Portugal How? For more information, see www.the-yeatman-hotel.com Fly via TAP Portugal
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