Who? Park Hotel
What? Hide out at the Park Hotel, a peaceful solace at the heart of pedestrian Den Haag. It’s a stone’s throw from the Royal Palace, shops and cafés but also boasts its own sunny courtyard where you can relax to the sound of birds chirping. There’s a quirky array of boutique-style rooms too. An unexpected oasis.
When? Open year round
Where? Molenstraat 53, 2513 BJ Den Haag, Netherlands
How? For more information, see www.parkhoteldenhaag.nl
Who? Michael Jacobs What? Colombia has a reputation for danger but just how dangerous is it? In The Robber of Memories, Michael Jacobs travels down the Magdalena river in search of the township with the highest incidences of Alzheimer’s while charting the country’s history of violence and his own encounters with life and death. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Phoenicia Hotel What? No trip to Beirut is complete without a stay at the luxurious Phoenicia Hotel. With more than 50 years of history, the hotel remains a landmark at the heart of Beirut. The rooms, while spacious and comfortable, are probably not enough to tempt you away from the rest of what the hotel might offer – an outdoor pool with cinema, a sumptuous spa and a sea view terrace for sun downers. When? Open year round Where? Minet El Hosn, Beirut, Lebanon 11846 How? Visit phoeniciabeirut.com for more information Ten photos from Phoenicia Hotel Fly via British Airways
Who? Alta Badia What? The health and fitness conscious should head to the Italian region of Alta Badia this year where for two weeks, it is all about well being. The ski resort will be holding a summer program of activities including Nordic walking, zumba and meditative walks, taking place across its six villages. When? 15th to 31st July Where? Alta Badia, The Dolomites, Italy How? Visit www.altabadia.org for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? In The Saddle What? Riding holiday specialists In The Saddle have created three different itineraries to explore the natural beauty of the Balkans on horseback. There’s a choice between an adventurous ride to the north of the Balkans, a more relaxed ride to the south or a riding expedition giving an experience of the simple life. Prices start from £833 per person. When? Available now Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.inthesaddle.com for more information Fly via KLM
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
Who? South Place Hotel What? Few hotels in the City of London are as design-led as D&D’s South Place Hotel. The 80 bedroom luxury hotel is designed by Allies and Morrison with interiors by Conran + Partners, taking inspiration from all aspects of London life. Specially commissioned art and installations can be found throughout the hotel’s public areas and suites. When? Open now Where? 3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF www.southplacehotel.com How? Reservations are available online Ten photos from South Place Hotel
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