Life in Luxury’s guide to: The Glenlivet Winchester Collection Vintage 1964
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Life in Luxury’s guide to: The Glenlivet Winchester Collection Vintage 1964

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Single malt whisky aficionados, and particularly those who are fans of The Glenlivet, should take note as the first of the Winchester Collection finally makes it onto the shelves. The new collection, named after The Glenlivet’s Master Distiller Alan Winchester, will be a series of exclusive 50 year old single malt whiskies for the true connoisseur. The first release, Vintage 1964 is limited to just 100 individually numbered bottles. “Bottle No. 1”, priced at £17,995, has been on sale in Harrods since October but the exquisite whisky is also due to be made available elsewhere. So just what should you expect from a whisky as old as this? Well influence…

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Ten questions with AMYKARINE

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AMYKARINE is a new independent label, specializing in textile design and luxury silk scarves. Here, the designers of the brand, Amy and Karine Brutijan, answer Life in Luxury’s Ten questions. Tell us about AMYKARINE, how did you begin? AMYKARINE is influenced by our background. We were born into a very creative family and raised in a household full of works by distinguished Armenian painters, which were carefully curated by our father. It is no surprise that we have been drawn to the arts and design since early childhood. We also had an interest in fashion and all sort of things you could wear. Establishing AMYKARINE came as a natural development…

Regency Tunis, a Tunisian coastal oasis

Regency Tunis, a Tunisian coastal oasis

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Who? Regency Tunis What? Just a short drive up the coast from Tunisia’s iconic Sidi Bou Said district is another sea-side gem, the Regency Tunis. While incorporating little touches of Tunisian culture, local designs can be found in much of the décor, it’s not short on luxury either as the three grand pools and spa facilities prove. Oh, and there’s an endearing Tunisian restaurant too where you can sample the local fare. When? Open year round Where? Les cotes de Carthage, La Marsa, Tunis, Tunisia How? For more information, see www.regencyhotel-tunis.com Ten photos from Regency Tunis, Tunisia Fly via KLM

Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, luxury bolthole at the heart of Stuttgart

Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, luxury bolthole at the heart of Stuttgart

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Who? Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten What? There’s perhaps no other hotel more centrally located than the Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten. But while the five star hotel is a short stroll from anywhere you need to get to, it’s got a spectacular view too. Looking out over Stuttgart city, its immediate surroundings are that of the castle garden, making Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten the ultimate luxury bolthole. When? Open year round Where? Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, Schillerstrasse 23, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany How? For more information, see www.hotelschlossgarten.com Ten photos from Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten Fly via British Airways

Classic luxury at The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai

Classic luxury at The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai

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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…

Find peace in bustling Stuttgart at the Waldhotel

Find peace in bustling Stuttgart at the Waldhotel

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Who? Waldhotel What? Stuttgart can feel a little industrial at the best of times but the Waldhotel, just a little out of the city, makes a perfect place to stop for some peace and quiet. Surrounded by greenery, the hotel offers facilities for tennis, e-bikes and sauna. Added to the holistic feel is are wholesome, healthy breakfast options. Throw in the proximity to the city centre, it’s the perfect place to stop after a business trip. When? Open year round Where? Guts-Muths-Weg 18,70597Stuttgart-Degerloch, Germany How? For more information, see www.waldhotel-stuttgart.de Ten photos from Waldhotel, Stuttgart