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
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? Inside Japan What? To explore Japan’s natural art trails and take advantage of the Setouchi Triennale Arts Festival, Inside Japan have put together a tour for the event. You can travel on a ten-night ‘Art Island’ self-guided package, including 10 nights’ accommodation, all domestic transport, Setouchi Triennale Arts Festival Pass and private guide in Kyoto. Priced at £1,439 per person, excluding flights to Japan. When? 20th July to 1st September Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.insidejapantours.com for more information Fly via British Airways
Who? Winechap UK What? Winechap Tom Harrow is leading an English wine and truffle tour to the Hampshire countryside. The day will start at the Whitchurch vineyard of for a tour and tasting before truffle hunting at Cottonworth Farm. Then it’s onto a three course lunch with truffles and wines from Alba. The excursion will cost £1,200 ex VAT for a group of 6 to 9 people. When? By arrangement Where? Coates and Seely, Wooldings Vineyard, Harroway, Whitchurch RG28 7QT How? Email ahoy@winechap.com or call 020 7720 2024 to book
Who? Parc de la Villette What? There’s nothing quite so chic and Parisian as an outdoor cinema in the park in the summer. That’s why Parc de la Villette will once again hold its “cinema en plein air”. A range of films will be shown, from the classic to the very modern. Admission is free but arrive early for the best seats. When? 24th July to 28th August Where? Parc de la Villette, Paris, France How? Visit www.villette.com for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Hotel Pulitzer, Amsterdam What? Hotel Pulitzer in Amsterdam is celebrating the season’s blooms with the launch of its new Amsterdam Flower Trail package. The new package includes two night’s accommodation, a tulip welcome gift, floral turn down service, Lillet Rosé cocktails and tickets to the Amsterdam Tulip Museum. Guests will also have the option to booking an early morning guided tour of the Flora Holland Flower Auction. Priced at €250. When? Available now until 31st August Where? Prinsengracht 315-331 – Amsterdam, 1016 GZ, The Netherlands How? For more information, see www.pulitzeramsterdam.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Hong Kong Tourism Board What? Head to Hong Kong for the ultimate gourmet extravaganza, the Wine and Dine Festival. There will be a mix of local and international culinary creations with a focus on food and wine matching. There will also be a premium tasting room for guests to get to grips with fine wines. Tickets are priced at HK$30. When? 31st October to 3rd November Where? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong How? For more information, see www.discoverhongkong.com Fly via British Airways
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