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? 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
Who? Amara What? New cushion designs from Christian Lacroix have arrived at Amara and we are absolutely in love with them. When it comes to design, these are pretty eclectic. We know what you’re thinking – “you mean out there right?” But fear not, as contrast pieces, they will really bring a living room to life. Priced from £75. When? Available now Where? Available online from Amara How? Buy now from Amara
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
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? Le Meurice What? Le Meurice has recently unveiled their new Les Lundis Musicaux package taking place on Mondays until June. The package includes VIP concert tickets and special post-event cocktail receptions at Le Théâtre du Palais Royal as well as one night’s accommodation and breakfast. Prices start from €1,025. When? Various dates available from now Where? 228 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France How? For more information, visit www.dorchestercollection.com Fly via British Airways
If you’ve been following the Hannibal TV series then you’re probably familiar with Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen, who’s also gained global acclaim as a Bond villain. Well, Danish design company BoConcept has recently enlisted the actor’s help in promoting their home furnishing. Taking on a more humourous role, Mikkelsen plays himself while serrendipidously promoting BoConcept’s Danish design. And without giving away any spoilers, the ending is a little unexpected. BoConcept says: “Of course the cool and classy furniture of BoConcept plays a big part in The Call. However, the film is not an ad, but a thrilling drama showing two passionate actors doing what they do best. In beautiful settings,…
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