Travel pick: Blue herringbone travel gift set from Otis Batterbee
What? Blue herringbone travel gift set from Otis Batterbee. Priced at £120.
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Napoleon Tinqueux festival in Reims
Who? City of Tinqueux What? History buffs should head to Tinqueux this April where, to mark the 200th Anniversary of Napoleon’s French campaign in 1814, the city is hosting re-enactments of the Battle of Reims. During the two day festival, there will be a torchlight procession, parade, brass band, sound and light show as well as the re-enactment itself. There will also be a Napoleon village with markets and treasure hunts. When? 5th and 6th April Where? Around the city of Tinqueux How? For more information, see www.tinqueuxfetenapoleon.com Fly via British Airways
Gourmet Abu Dhabi 2013
Who? Gourmet Abu Dhabi What? The 5th Gourmet Abu Dhabi returns to the city again this year. As one of the biggest food festivals in the UAE, it focuses on haute cuisine. There will be chef demonstrations, gourmet dinners, and themed events set around the city. Ticket prices vary according to events. When? 5th to 20th February Where? In various locations around Abu Dhabi How? For more information, visit www.gourmetabudhabi.ae Fly via KLM
Slope food in Alta Badia
Who? Alta Badia What? Alta Badia’s ski resorts will be presenting their food offerings for the coming season at Gourmet Skisafari Alta Badia. Guests will get the opportunity to sample the dishes created as part of the Slope Food initiative where gourmet appetisers have been created by Michelin-starred chefs. Tickets are 50€ and includes six appetisers and matched wines from South Tyrol. When? Presentation on 15th December, Slope Food available for 2013/2014 ski season Where? Around the Alta Badia ski region How? For more information, visit www.altabadia.org Fly via Brussels Airlines
Photograph the “Big Five” in Chile
Who? Tierra Patagonia What? Make the best of the great outdoors at Tierra Patagonia with their puma photo safari. Local guides will take guests around Torres del Paine national park to track the local wildlife including guanacos, huemules, condor, native foxes and, of course, the puma. The package includes five night’s accommodation, all meals and daily excursions. Prices from $4700 per person. When? 16th to 22nd September Where? Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile How? Visit www.tierrapatagonia.com for more information
Classic luxury at The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai
Who? The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai What? The Portman Ritz Carlton in Shanghai has been an instant classic since the day it opened decades ago. Situated in the heart of Puxi, it’s ideally located for visiting many of Shanghai’s best known tourist sites. Of course, it wouldn’t be Ritz Carlton without being sumptuously luxurious inside, which of course it is. But while it’s a bit of a legend in the city, and it continues to collect accolades in the likes of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Of lists, it’s open to innovation too. Cue, their recently launched Most Handsome Brunch in town. Another instant classic, we think. When? Open year round…
Bespoke photography experiences return to Belmond Hotels
Who? Belmond Hotels What? Belmond’s bespoke photography experiences returns to its properties in Italy and Mallorca as the hotels reopen for the 2015 season. This year the experiences include evening photo tour of Venice at Belmond Hotel Cipriani, underwater photography at Belmond Hotel Splendido, Florence from the sky at Belmond Villa San Michele, Naples by vintage Vespa at Belmond Hotel Caruso, ‘Cook and Camera’ at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo and Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea and bird watching at Belmond La Residencia. Prices vary. When? Available now Where? Available at various Belmond Hotels. How? For more information and to book, visit www.belmond.com Fly via British Airways