Who? Antigua
What? The island of Antigua will be hosting its 56th annual carnival this year. The festival was originally a celebration of the abolishment of slavery on the island. These days, the celebrations have been expanded to include music, dance, parades and evening shows.
When? 27th July – 6th August
Where? St. John’s, Antigua
How? Visit www.antiguacarnival.com for more information
Who? David Backhouse What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Dolphin Island What? Private island and luxury resort Dolphin Island is offering the opportunity for guests to enjoy a three day exclusive cookery experience with Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans. For a maximum of eight guests, the package will include five night stay on Dolphin Island, three-day cook school with Pete Evans, transfers from Nadi International Airport and meals. From NZ$9,900 per person. When? 22nd to 27th June Where? Transfers from Nadi International Airport, Fiji How? Visit www.dolphinislandfiji.com for more information
Who? Christie’s What? The 15th annual Christie’s Ski Sale is returning to London again this year. The sale remains the only ski dedicated auction in the world. This year it’s all about the golden age of travel with over 160 lots of vintage posters and Louis Vuitton luggage going under the hammer. When? 23rd January at 1pm Where? Christie’s South Kensington, 85 Old Brompton Road, London SW7 3LD How? For more information visit www.christies.com
Who? Museum of Fine Arts in St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida What? The St. Pete/Clearwater Museum of Fine Arts will host “The Art of Golf”, the first major museum exhibition in America devoted to the sport. There will be around 90 pieces of artwork from some of the art world’s most famous names including Andy Warhol, Rembrandt, Childe Hassam, George Bellows and Norman Rockwell. Tickets are $17. When? Now until 17th February 2013 Where? Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3498 USA www.fine-arts.org How? For more information, please visit www.fine-arts.org Fly via KLM
Who? Selfridges What? In case you haven’t already seen, Selfridges have launched their Work It campaign to celebrate the working life. The campaign includes workshops, beauty treats, work outs and products that are designed to help you work better and perhaps even changing the way that you work. Sounds good to us. When? Now until June Where? Selfridges stores around the country How? For more information and to see the list of events, visit www.selfridges.com
Who? 45 Park Lane What? 45 Park Lane’s popular “A Brush with Frieze” programme is back. As well as a series of Frieze Art Fair related events, the hotel is also offering its special accommodation package again. Guests will enjoy accommodation, tickets to Frieze Art Fair, a copy of the 45 Park Lane Art Book and a Winsor & Newton table box easel to take away upon departure. Prices start from £762 for two people. When? 17th to 20th October 2013 Where? 45 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 1PN How? For more information and to book, call 020 7317 6503
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