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? Noah Charney What? The Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck is perhaps one of the most important paintings ever made – it’s certainly the one that’s been most frequently stolen. In Stealing the Mystic Lamb, art historian Noah Charney charters the stories behind each of the thefts and uncovers the many reasons why the masterpiece is so desired. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Kasbah Tamadot What? Luxury retreat Kasbah Tamadot is offering a special Christmas package for guests staying at its Atlas Mountain retreat this year. The three-night package includes accommodation, all meals, drinks, mule ride of the surrounding area and a trek with afternoon tea. Prices are from MAD 14,730 per person, based on two sharing. When? Arrival for 23rd or 24th December Where? BP 67, 42152 Asni, Marrakech, Morocco www.kasbahtamadot.virgin.com How? To book, call 0800 716 919 Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Mont Rochelle What? To celebrate the Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival, Mont Rochelle, a working winery and hotel, has created the perfect bubbly package. As well as accommodation and breakfast, guests will have a festival offer which includes tasting vouchers and glasses, entry and transfer to the festival. From R3500 per room per night. When? 29th November to 1st December Where? Dassenberg Rd, Franschhoek 7690, South Africa How? For more information, see www.montrochelle.co.za Fly via KLM
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? City of Avignon What? The Luminessences d’Avignon is returning to the city once again for its annual installation celebrating the papal heritage of the region. The venue is the largest gothic palace in the Europe and was built in only twenty years under the reign of two Popes. As one of the two Papal seats, the palace was home to seven Popes and two schismatic Popes. For the duration of the installation, the historic Honour Courtyard at The Palace of the Popes will be transformed intothe canvas for a stunning sound and light show. When? 12th August until 11th October 2014 Where? Palaise des Papes, Place du Palais, 84000…
Who? National Museum, Copenhagen What? The National Museum is due to put on a major international exhibition based on the theme of VIKING. The main attraction will be the remains of the world’s longest Viking long ship, which is being exhibited for the first time. The exhibition will touch upon themes such as war and expansion, power and aristocracy, rituals and beliefs as well as cultural contacts and trade. When? 22nd June to 17th November 2013 Where? Nationalmuseet, Prinsens Palæ, Frederiksholms Kanal 12, DK-1220 København K, Denmark How? Visit www.natmus.dk/en for more information Fly via British Airways
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