Wine Festival Tour from Monteverdi Tuscany

ByLife in Luxury January 22, 2015January 15, 2015

Who? Monteverdi

What? Embrace Tuscany living at Monteverdi through their six day luxury Wine Festival Tour. Taking place over Benvenuto Brunello di Montalcino, where there will be over 1,000 wines to taste, the tour will include wine tasting, vineyard tours, cooking lessons and six nights accommodation. Priced at €7,000 per person or €10,000 per couple.

When? 20th – 26th February 2015

Where? Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Provincia di Siena (SI), Toscana, Italy

How? For more information, see www.monteverdituscany.com

Food

Refined cuisine at De Vitrine

ByLife in Luxury September 3, 2013January 4, 2014

Who? De Vitrine What? It’s casual dining at De Vitrine but in the rustic environs of the restaurant are refined plates of food. Perhaps because it’s Kobe Desramaults of the Michelin-starred In De Wulf giving directions behind the stoves. Seasonal and local is key for food and wine but don’t expect to find anything ordinary. When? Open year round Where? Brabantdam 134, 9000 Ghent, Belgium How? Visit www.de-vitrine.be for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines

Travel

Cicada Lodge opens in Nitmiluk National Park

ByLife in Luxury March 15, 2013May 25, 2015

Who? Cicada Lodge What? Luxury property Cicada Lodge has now opened in Nitmiluk National Park, Australia. The hotel, overlooking Katherine River, will offer guests immersive experience of the area including helicopter tours, private waterfalls and guided tours to thousand-year-old rock art. Rooms are from $645 per night. When? Open now Where? Gorge Road, Katherine, Northern Territory 0851 Australia How? To book, call +618 8971 0167 or email cicadalodge@nitmiluktours.com.au

Culture | Travel

Get ready for the 20th Goodwood Festival of Speed

ByLife in Luxury June 16, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Goodwood Festival of Speed What? The Festival of Speed is once again returning to the Goodwood Estate for a three day celebration of motors. The festival is in its 20th year and this time it’s celebrating its history over the last two decades. There will be a mix of exhibitions, races, shows and food and drink. When? 12-14th July Where? Goodwood Estate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX How? Visit www.goodwood.co.uk/festival-of-speed for more information

Culture | Travel

Explore Yunnan, China, by train

ByLife in Luxury March 21, 2014November 7, 2014

Who? Backyard Travel What? Backyard Travel have released a new tour, exploring the culturally rich region of Yunnan in South West China by train. Travellers will have the opportunity to explore many of the key cities in the region including Lijiang, Dali and Kunming. There will also be plenty of opportunities to explore the country side and meet the local people. When? Departure by arrangement Where? The journey begins in Kunmin, China How? For more information, see www.backyardtravel.com Fly via British Airways

Drink | Travel

A classic whisky tour

ByLife in Luxury March 29, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? The Royal Scotsman What? The Royal Scotsman is partnering up with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society to run a Classic Whisky Journey. The four night train journey will include visits to well-know Scottish distilleries led by an expert from the society as well as plenty of whisky tastings. Prices start from £4,330 per person, all inclusive. When? 21st April Where? Waverley Station, 18 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1BB How? For more information, see www.royalscotsman.com Fly via KLM

Food

Make Easter eggs at Whatley Manor

ByLife in Luxury March 12, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Whatley Manor What? Learn how to make your own Easter egg and chocolate truffles at the Cotswold luxury retreat, Whatley Manor. Guests will get the chance to taste different chocolates as well as create their own individually wrapped Easter eggs. Priced at £135. When? 25th or 26th March Where? Easton Grey Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 0RB www.whatleymanor.com How? To book events call 01666 834 026 or email events@whatleymanor.com

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