Cicada Lodge

Cicada Lodge opens in Nitmiluk National Park

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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

Beach bistro, The Gallivant, Rye

The Gallivant, a seaside hideaway

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Who? The Gallivant What? New England style beach hotel The Gallivant is an endearing seaside hideaway. Sheltered by grass banks from Camber Sands, the closest sandy beach from London, The Gallivant charms its guests all year round. Cosy rooms offer wintry comfort while outdoor marquee gives space for summer barbecues. Camber, the hotel’s weimaraner, is always enthusiastic for coastal walks, if you wish. Rooms from £115 per night. When? Open year round Where? The Gallivant Hotel, New Lydd Road, Camber, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7RB How? Visit thegallivanthotel.com for more information Ten photos from The Gallivant

Palm Beach International Boat Show

Palm Beach International Boat Show

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Who? Palm Beach International Boat Show What? The 28th International Boat Show will return to Palm Beach again this year. The show features more than $1.2 billion worth of boats, yachts and accessories from the world’s leading marine manufacturers. There will also be fishing, cruising and yachting events held throughout the show. Tickets for adults are from $14 and for children are from $5. When? 21st to 24th March Where? Intercoastal Waterway along Flagler Drive, between Banyan Street and Fern Street, in Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, USA How? For more information, visit www.showmanagement.com/miami_boat_show/event Fly via KLM

ME by Meliá opens its London hotel

ME by Meliá opens its London hotel

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Who? ME by Meliá What? ME by Meliá opens its first hotel in London, ME London, in the building that previously housed BBC Radio. The hotel aims to be a design-led lifestyle hotel and is Foster + Partners’ first UK hotel project for which they have designed all of the interiors and exteriors. Room rates start from £340 per night, excluding VAT. When? Open today Where? 336-337 The Strand, London WC2R 1HA How? Book online at www.MELondonUK.com Ten photos from ME London

Aikens in Mauritius, masterclass with a Michelin chef
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Aikens in Mauritius, masterclass with a Michelin chef

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Who? Tom Aikens with Destinology What? Michelin-starred chef Tom Aikens has teamed up with luxury tour-operator Destinology to offer a special culinary tour to Mauritius. Guests will be based at the Royal Palm Hotel and will enjoy Aikens hosted masterclasses, three four-course dinners by Aikens and a demonstration on Mauritian cuisine with Michel de Matteis and Aikens. The package also includes seven nights accommodation with breakfast and flights. Prices from £3,499 per person. When? 20th to 28th March Where? Royal Palm Hotel, Royal Road, Grand Baie, Mauritius How? For more information and to book, visit www.destinology.co.uk Fly via KLM

Washington Cherry Blossom Festival
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Washington Cherry Blossom Festival

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Who? Washington Cherry Blossom Festival What? Each year, the Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC commemorates the gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to the city in 1912. It’s held at the time of the year when the trees are in full bloom. There are various tours hosted around the city, including photography, food and aboard boats. When? 20th March to 14th April Where? Around Washington DC How? For more information, visit www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org Fly via KLM