Drink | Travel

New wine journeys at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa

ByLife in Luxury April 25, 2013November 19, 2016

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

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Drink

Appleton Estate 50 YO – world’s oldest rum

ByLife in Luxury November 11, 2012December 2, 2013

Who? Appleton Estate What? To celebrate 50 years of Jamaican independence, Appleton Estate have released the world’s oldest rum blend. Only 800 bottles of the 50 year old rum have been released and are priced at £3,500 each. When? Available now Where? Available at The Whisky Exchange How? Shop now at The Whisky Exchange

Travel

Phoenicia Hotel, a Beirut legend

ByLife in Luxury September 6, 2013November 1, 2015

Who? Phoenicia Hotel What? No trip to Beirut is complete without a stay at the luxurious Phoenicia Hotel. With more than 50 years of history, the hotel remains a landmark at the heart of Beirut. The rooms, while spacious and comfortable, are probably not enough to tempt you away from the rest of what the hotel might offer – an outdoor pool with cinema, a sumptuous spa and a sea view terrace for sun downers. When? Open year round Where? Minet El Hosn, Beirut, Lebanon 11846 How? Visit phoeniciabeirut.com for more information Ten photos from Phoenicia Hotel Fly via British Airways

Drink | Travel

Discover jenever at Van Kleef

ByLife in Luxury July 11, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? Van Kleef What? Learn all about the origins of gin and try the true Dutch spirit jenever at Van Kleef, the oldest surviving distillery in The Hague. The distillery is still operating to this day but also runs as a museum. Here, you can taste, explore and get into the heart of jenever. When? Tutoring by arrangement Where? Lange Beestenmarkt 109 The Hague, Netherlands How? Visit www.vankleef.eu for more information Fly via KLM

Food

Noosa Food and Wine Festival reaches 10

ByLife in Luxury April 23, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? Noosa Food and Wine Festival What? The Noosa Food and Wine Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and the line-up is a stunning array of Australia’s best talents alongside some world renowned chefs. There will be around 50 separate events during the four day celebration, including local food trails, gourmet dinners, expert talks, wine tastings, cooking competitions and chef demonstrations. When? 16th to 19th May Where? Lions Park, Noosa Heads QLD 4567 Australia How? Visit www.noosafoodandwine.com.au for more information Fly via KLM

Drink

Sake Sommeliery at Harrods

ByLife in Luxury January 24, 2013August 27, 2013

Who? Sake Sommelier Association What? Learn all about the origin, culture and ingredients in the Sake Sommelier Association’s Introduction to Sake course. Guests will get the opportunity to sample some of the best sakes available on the market as well as explore the different styles of sakes available. Priced at £70. When? 12th February, 7pm to 9pm Where? Harrods Wine Shop, 87-135 Brompton Road London SW1X 7XL How? For more information or to book tickets please call 020 7893 8777 or email wineshop@harrods.com

Travel

The Residence from Etihad

ByLife in Luxury May 16, 2014May 12, 2014

Who? Etihad What? Etihad has really pushed the boat out when it comes to luxury travel with their latest revelation in travel innovation: The Residence. The ultimate travel experience offers guests a three-room private cabin with living room, double bedroom and an en-suite shower room. There will also be an on-board butler and a gourmet chef preparing the perfect in-flight meal. They say that the holiday starts with the journey but in this case, it’s really true. When? Flights from late 2014 Where? www.etihad.com How? For more information, see website

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