Who? David Backhouse
What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? The Dolder Grand What? Need a butler? The Dolder Grand have four dedicated butlers on hand as they launch their new Butler Service this month. The butlers are on-call daily from 7am to 11pm to help you unpack bags, iron clothes, clean shoes and cater to your food and drink needs. They’ll also be able to organise transfers and activities within the hotel and beyond. What a joy. When? Available now Where? The Dolder Grand, Kurhausstrasse 65, 8032 Zürich, Switzerland How? For more information, see www.thedoldergrand.com Fly via British Airways
Who? The British Pullman What? The British Pullman will kick off a series of on board pop-up dinners starting with Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc. The celebrity chef has created a seven course menu accompanied by the sommelier’s choice of fine wines. Only 100 spaces are available, priced at £495 per person. When? 7pm 16th November 2013 for Raymond Blanc hosted trip Where? Departing from London Victoria Station How? For more information, see www.orient-express.com/uktrains
Who? The Experimental Food Society What? As part of the V&A Connects series, The Experimental Food Society is giving a talk on British Food Artistry. The talk will cover some of the society’s recent work as well as discussions on what it is to be a British food artist today. The talk is free but ticketed and will include canapés and two glasses of wine. When? 23rd November Where? The Victoria and Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? Book by calling 020 7942 2211
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? Tahiti Pearl Regatta What? Tahiti Pearl Regatta, one of the most important races in the South Pacific, returns again to the French Polynesia for the 10th year. The event combines competitive sailing with cultural celebrations including traditional dancing, singing and authentic Tahitian cuisine. The race itself is open to all sailboats and will sail through Raiatea, Huahaine, Bora Bora and Taha’a. When? 8th to 12th May Where? Departing from Uturoa on Raiatea, French Polynesia How? Visit www.tahitipearlregatta.org.pf for more information
Who? Hotel Splendido What? Hotel Splendido has put together a special guided tour of the nearby city of Genoa titled “an up and down tour of Genoa”. The tour will explore the city’s UNESCO protected sites, stopover at Palazzo Rosso, look in on the Museum of the Treasure of San Lorenzo and ride in the Montegalletto Elevator. A full day’s tour start from £187 with nightly rates at the hotel from £394. When? Available by appointment Where? Hotel Splendido & Splendido Mare, Salita Baratta 16, 16034 Portofino (GE), Italy How? Visit www.hotelsplendido.com for more information Fly via KLM
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