Who? Laura Ashley
What? The quintessentially English lifestyle brand Laura Ashley has recently unveiled its first boutique hotel – Laura Ashley The Manor. The Tudor revival manor is decorated with items from Laura Ashley’s current home collection, showcasing the brand’s classic prints. Rooms start from £150 per night.
When? Open now
Where? Barnet Lane, Elstree WD6 3RE
How? For more information, see www.lauraashleyhotels.com
Who? Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp What? In celebration of the 350th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, the Antwerp Academy, MoMu, MAS, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and Antwerpen Open have joined forces to create a new exhibition. Entitled “Happy Birthday Dear Academie”, the exhibition will feature highlights of fashion and visual arts and will comprise of a number of events and smaller exhibitions. When? Until 31st January 2014 Where? Around the city of Antwerp, Belgium How? For more information, see www.happybirthdaydearacademie.be Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? 45 Park Lane What? With the London Marathon coming up in April, 45 Park Lane has teamed up with personal trainer Matt Roberts to launch the “Exercise Matt at 45 Park Lane” package. The package, priced at £474 per room per night, includes accommodation, healthy breakfast, pre and post-run fitness shake, a copy of Matt Roberts’ fitness book “Getting Running”, a Booster Slider and use of 45 Park Lane’s Brompton Bicycles and in-room yoga mat and DVD. When? 1st to 21st April Where? 45 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 1PN How? To book, call 0207 4934 545
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…
Who? Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa What? The Wine Concierge Service at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has launched a new ‘Wine Journey’ series. The new series offers guests the opportunity to discover the region’s finest grand cru wineries and embark on three different wine journeys entitled ‘Classic Car Wine Journey’, ‘Jefferson Wine Journey’ and ‘Ernest Hemingway Wine Journey’. When? Available year round Where? 2-5 Place de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France How? Visit www.ghbordeaux.com/uk for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Amaryllis What? Wine lovers shouldn’t miss the Orient Express’ Grand Cru cruise aboard the Amaryllis. The seven day cruise offers guests the opportunity to sample wines from all 33 of the Grand Cru estates in Burgundy. The barge is available for private hire for up to eight guests. Prices from £30,800. When? Until October Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.amaryllisbarge.com for more information Fly via KLM
What? Pinocchio floor lamp. Priced at £322. Where? Available online from Amara
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