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? Ruinart Champagne What? To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first Rosé Champagne, Ruinart are launching the Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 – a pop-up Champagne bar. Guests will be able to learn about the history and heritage of the Ruinart Rosé while sampling their Champagne. There will be vials of scents for guests to familiarise themselves with the notes in the Ruinart Rosé as well as an artist who will draw 18th Century style portraits for the guests to take away. When? From 12th June until 3rd July Where? The Goring, Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW How? For more information, see www.thegoring.com
Who? The Racecourse, Newbury What? The prestigious Hennessy Gold Cup returns again this year as part of The Racecourse Newbury Sportingbet Winter Festival which will also include a wine cellar, ice rink and winter shopping village amongst a host of other activities. Tickets start from £20 a day. When? 29th November to1st December Where? The Racecourse, Newbury RG14 7NZ www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk How? Purchase tickets online at www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk
Who? Spa Village Tembok Bali What? Spa Village Tembok Bali has recently started a guest artist program where visiting spa and wellness specialists will offer daily complimentary treatments at the resort. One to one consultations are also available. July sees the residency of Shiatsu Master, Yutaka Homma, and Kineseology specialist, Esther Kivi. When? Available now Where? Jalan Singaraja-Amlapura, No. 100 Desa Tembok Tejakula Buleleng, Bali, Indonesia How? Visit www.spavillageresort.com for more information Fly via KLM
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? The Chedi Muscat What? The Chedi Muscat has joined forces with Omani luxury fragrance house, Amouage, to create a special “Scent of Oman” package. Guests will be able to stay in a Chedi Club suite, enjoy an ancient Balinese massage, have dinner at The Beach Restaurant, take a private guided tour of the Amouage Factory and a bottle of Amouage perfume to take home. Prices start from OMR 1,210 for two nights. When? 1st October 2013 to 13th April 2013 Where? North Ghubra 32, Way No. 3215, 18th November Street, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman How? For more information and to book, email reservation@chedimuscat.com Fly via British Airways or…
Who? Liang Yi Museum What? The Liang Yi Museum has recently opened to offer a permanent home to the prestigious Liang Yi collection, a curation of Chinese and European antiquities. The collection has previously travelled the world and exhibited in the likes of Beijing’s Palace Museum, Taiwan’s National Museum of History, and Goldsmiths’ Hall in London. The Liang Yi Museum will form Hong Kong’s first world-class private museum. When? Open now Where? 181-199 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong How? For more information, visit www.liangyimuseum.com Fly via Brussels Airlines
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