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? Kurumba, Maldives What? Kurumba, the first ever resort to open in the Maldives in 1972 has recently celebrated its 40th birthday. Tour operator Kuoni is offering 7 nights with breakfast at the 5-star resort in a deluxe room, including flights with Emirates from Heathrow and transfers. Prices are from £1,390 per person, based on two sharing. When? From December Where? Kurumba Resort, Vihamanafushi 08340, Maldives How? To book, call 01306 747008 or book online at Kuoni quoting IO0021 Fly via British Airways
Who? Goodwood Festival of Speed What? The Festival of Speed is once again returning to the Goodwood Estate for a three day celebration of motors. The festival is in its 20th year and this time it’s celebrating its history over the last two decades. There will be a mix of exhibitions, races, shows and food and drink. When? 12-14th July Where? Goodwood Estate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX How? Visit www.goodwood.co.uk/festival-of-speed for more information
Who? City of Tinqueux What? History buffs should head to Tinqueux this April where, to mark the 200th Anniversary of Napoleon’s French campaign in 1814, the city is hosting re-enactments of the Battle of Reims. During the two day festival, there will be a torchlight procession, parade, brass band, sound and light show as well as the re-enactment itself. There will also be a Napoleon village with markets and treasure hunts. When? 5th and 6th April Where? Around the city of Tinqueux How? For more information, see www.tinqueuxfetenapoleon.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Monteverdi What? Embrace Tuscany living at Monteverdi through their six day luxury Wine Festival Tour. Taking place over Benvenuto Brunello di Montalcino, where there will be over 1,000 wines to taste, the tour will include wine tasting, vineyard tours, cooking lessons and six nights accommodation. Priced at €7,000 per person or €10,000 per couple. When? 20th – 26th February 2015 Where? Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Provincia di Siena (SI), Toscana, Italy How? For more information, see www.monteverdituscany.com
Who? Copenhagen Jazz Festival What? The city of Copenhagen will once again be taken over by its annual jazz festival. The festival has been running since 1979 and offers live jazz in the city’s streets, cafés, concert halls and late-night venues. There’s also an eclectic mix of Danish and international jazz musicians. Ticket prices vary according to event. When? 5-14th July Where? Around various venues in Copenhagen, Denmark How? Visit jazz.dk for more information Fly via British Airways
Who? Absolute Belize What? Absolute Belize have just created a new gourmet Caribbean package which begins on a luxury 50ft catamaran. Guests will sail around the Caribbean islands over the 11 day journey and have the opportunity to learn about chocolate making, collect conches for making ceviche and spearfish lobsters with the guide, followed by a lobster masterclass with the private chef. When? Departure dates by arrangement Where? Itinerary dependent How? For more information, see www.absolutebelize.com Fly via KLM
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