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Visit London Zoo at night with Bordeaux Wines

ByLife in Luxury May 19, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? ZSL London Zoo and Bordeaux Wines What? ZSL London Zoo’s adults only “Zoo Lates” are back. This is your chance to see zoo animals after dark and enjoy a host of evening entertainment. Bordeaux Wines are the exclusive wine sponsors for this year’s Zoo Lates, bringing with them a range of wines to enjoy in the Bordeaux Jardin du Vin. Tickets priced at £25. When? 6pm to 10pm, every Friday night in June and July Where? Regent’s Park Outer Circle, London NW1 4RY How? Visit www.zsl.org/zoolates for more information

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Explore the Isle of Skye from Cuillin Hills

ByLife in Luxury May 17, 2013May 25, 2015

Who? Cuillin Hills Hotel What? Explore the stunning Isle of Skye from the base of the Cuillin Hills Hotel in Portree, a delightfully Scottish hotel weaved with tartan. Originally built as a shooting lodge, the hotel boasts great views out on to the water. And while secluded, it’s a 10 minutes walk from the village of Portree. When? Open year round Where? Cuillin Hills Hotel, Portree, Isle of Skye IV51 9QU How? Visit www.cuillinhills-hotel-skye.co.uk for more information Ten photos from Cuillin Hills Hote, Skye

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In search of jaguars with Bespoke Brazil

ByLife in Luxury May 10, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Bespoke Brazil What? Tour operator and Brazil specialists Bespoke Brazil have recently launched their “In search of jaguars” tour. The 10 day tour is based in the region of Pantanal in Brazil with a focus on jaguars but also other Amazonian wild life. A few days are also spent in Rio de Janeiro. Prices start at £3370 including accommodation, all flights, transfers and tours using English speaking guides. When? Available by appointment Where? Itinerary dependent How? Visit www.bespokebrazil.com for more information

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Frankfurt Skyscraper Festival is back

ByLife in Luxury May 5, 2013January 5, 2014

Who? Frankfurt Skyscraper Festival What? Frankfurt has the highest density of skyscrapers in Europe so it’s no surprise that they’ve taken advantage of that by hosting an annual skyscraper festival. As well as being able to visit various high-rises normally closed to the public, visitors will also be treated to a fringe program of events including acrobatics and musical entertainment. When? 25th to 26th May Where? Around the city of Frankfurt, Germany How? Visit www.wolkenkratzer-festival.de for more information Fly via Lufthansa

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Cox & Kings launches Greenland tours

ByLife in Luxury May 3, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Cox & Kings What? Luxury tour operator Cox & Kings have just launched new daily tours to Greenland. The new experiences combines with their existing Icelandic tours and as such all departures are from Reykjavik. The new Greenland tours range from a look at the hunter-gatherer customs and traditions of the Inuit, a trip by boat to watch glaciers calving ice into the sea or a helicopter flight over the Greenland ice sheet. When? Available now Where? Departing from Reykjavik How? Visit www.coxandkings.co.uk for more information

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Eco-luxury at Monaci delle Terre Nere

ByLife in Luxury April 26, 2013May 25, 2015

Who? Monaci delle Terre Nere What? Enjoy a more holistic experience at Monaci delle Terre Nere, a 40 acre estate which keeps things as natural as possible. Working with the principles of sustainability, the owners have created an eco-luxury hotel where the organic farm of the estate supplies the restaurant and carbon output are kept to a minimum. Even the rooms display a sort of natural rustic luxury. When? Open year round Where? Monaci delle Terre Nere, Via Monaci, 95019 Zafferana Etnea (CT), Italy How? Visit www.monacidelleterrenere.it for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines