Who? Hotel Brunelleschi
What? Hotel Brunelleschi has now opened its Tower Suite, designed by Italian architect Benelli. The suite occupies the top floor of the Pagliazza Tower, which is one of the oldest buildings in Florence, built during the Byzantine period. Double rooms start from €1384 per night.
When? Available now
Where? Piazza Sant’Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy www.brunelleschihotelflorence.com
How? Book online
Who? MINT Polo in the Park What? Polo enthusiasts should definitely put MINT Polo in the Park into their diary now. In its 5th year, the event will be a real mix of fashion, gastronomy and of course a great game of polo. As well as a team from London, there will also be teams from Sydney, Abu Dhabi, Moscow, Delhi and Buenos Aires competing. When? 7th to 9th June Where? Hurlingham Park, Fulham, SW6 3PR How? Visit polointheparklondon.com for more information
Who? Winechap UK What? Winechap Tom Harrow is leading an English wine and truffle tour to the Hampshire countryside. The day will start at the Whitchurch vineyard of for a tour and tasting before truffle hunting at Cottonworth Farm. Then it’s onto a three course lunch with truffles and wines from Alba. The excursion will cost £1,200 ex VAT for a group of 6 to 9 people. When? By arrangement Where? Coates and Seely, Wooldings Vineyard, Harroway, Whitchurch RG28 7QT How? Email ahoy@winechap.com or call 020 7720 2024 to book
Who? Rossini Opera Festival What? Opera fanatics should not miss the Rossini Opera Festival which celebrates the music and operas of Goacchino Rossini. This year’s festival will be the 34th and will include new productions of “William Tell” and “L’Italiana in Algeri”, “L’occasione fa il ladro”, “Viaggio a Reims” and “La Donna del Lago”. There will also be a number of lectures surround the operas. When? 10th to 23rd August Where? Various venues around Pesaro, Italy How? Visit www.rossinioperafestival.it for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Château les Merles What? For a short break that combines golf, wine and gastronomy, Château les Merles is the perfect pit stop. Nestled in the middle of the Bergerac wine region, it’s also close to the truffle and foie gras producers of Périgueux. Thrown into the mix is a nine hole golf course that’s ready to test your shot. What could be better? When? Open year round Where? 3 Chemin des Merles, 24520 Mouleydier, France How? For more information, see www.lesmerles.com Ten photos from Château les Merles Fly via British Airways
Who? Grand Hotel dei Castelli What? We love the idea of being able to stay in a castle but we love the idea of being able to stay in one with all the mod cons even more. So when we went to Sestri Levante and stayed at Grand Hotel dei Castelli, well, we simply fell in love. The grand hotel boasts some stunning views over the Italian Riviera but offers an incredible amount of privacy too. In fact, it has its own private sea-water pool. How divine. When? Open year round Where? Via Penisola di Levante, 26 – 16039 Sestri Levante, Italy How? For more information, see www.hoteldeicastelli.it Ten photos…
Who? Nicky James What? As regular travellers, we know that being on the road can get a little tedious – especially when it comes to waiting for your luggage. That’s why we love this set of squirrel themed luggage tag and passport cover. It might not make your journey any shorter but at least it makes the little things a little more fun. Priced at £27.95. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis
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