Who? Michael Jacobs
What? Colombia has a reputation for danger but just how dangerous is it? In The Robber of Memories, Michael Jacobs travels down the Magdalena river in search of the township with the highest incidences of Alzheimer’s while charting the country’s history of violence and his own encounters with life and death.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
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? Kurà Design Villas What? A new eco-luxury boutique hotel, Kurà Design Villas, has recently opened in Costa Rica. The collection of six villas were designed and built by a Costa Rican couple, architect Martin Wells and biologist Alejandra Umana, and rests on the hillside of the rainforest whilst offering views of the South Pacific Ocean. Villa rates start from $440 per night in low season (May 1-October 31) and from $640 USD in high season (November 1 – April 31). When? Available now Where? Uvita, Marina Ballena National Park, Costa Rica How? For reservations, call +1 506 839 28150 or email info@kuracostarica.com Fly via KLM
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? Elite and Rocco Forte Hotels What? Elite car rentals and Rocco Forte Hotels have teamed up to create an unique road trip exploring Germany in luxury. The self-drive tour travels through Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin staying at Rocco Forte Hotels with a choice of Ferrari 458 Italia Spider, Lamborghini Gallardo, Porsche 911 Carrera or BMW Z4 Roadster available. Prices from €5600, including accommodation and car rental. When? Until October Where? Tour departs from Munich How? Visit www.eliterent.com for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Ethan K What? If you like to travel in luxury, then you can’t travel without the seriously covetable new alligator trolley from Ethan K. The trolley is made from Mississippiensis alligator skin from the USA, measures 47 x 35 x 20cm and is available in green and black. Priced at £16,500 When? Available by order only Where? Available from www.ethan-k.com How? Visit website for more information
Who? InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort What? InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort have unveiled a new culinary tour and cookery class programme with their head chef Luke Macleod. The half-day experience will include visits to some of the resort’s local organic suppliers on a Tuk Tuk, a cooking class as well as lunch. The Tuk Tuk culinary experience is priced at THB 3900 per person for a minimum number of 2 persons, and a maximum number of 4 persons When? Available to book now Where? 295 Moo 3, Taling Ngam Beach, Suratthani, Koh Samui, 84140, Thailand How? Visit www.samui.intercontinental.com for more information Fly via KLM
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