Happy Birthday Dear Academie in Antwerp
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Happy Birthday Dear Academie in Antwerp

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Who? Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp What? In celebration of the 350th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, the Antwerp Academy, MoMu, MAS, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and Antwerpen Open have joined forces to create a new exhibition. Entitled “Happy Birthday Dear Academie”, the exhibition will feature highlights of fashion and visual arts and will comprise of a number of events and smaller exhibitions. When? Until 31st January 2014 Where? Around the city of Antwerp, Belgium How? For more information, see www.happybirthdaydearacademie.be Fly via Brussels Airlines

Ardbeg Seaview Cottage, a distillery getaway

Ardbeg Seaview Cottage, a distillery getaway

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Who? Ardbeg whisky What? Ardbeg whisky have just unveiled their new on-site accommodation – Seaview Cottage. The cottage was previously home to the distillery managed and is steep with Ardbeg history. Guests will have the opportunity to tour around the whisky distillery as well as relax with a dram by the peat burning stove. Priced at £220 for minimum of 2 night stay. When? Open now Where? Ardbeg Distillery, Port Ellen, Islay, Argyll PA42 7EA How? For more information, see www.ardbeg.com

Dropwines takes the hassle out of choice

Dropwines takes the hassle out of choice

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Who? Dropwines What? If you love wine but hate being inundated with choice then wine-club newbies Dropwines is for you. Rather than pages and pages of options, they have a distilled selection of wines every week. And a back-catalogue of course. Plus, there are always video tasting note to help you get to grips with what your wine tastes like. When? Available now Where? Exclusively online at www.dropwines.com How? For more information, see website

Penhaligon’s new fragrance for the Maharaja

Penhaligon’s new fragrance for the Maharaja

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Who? Penhaligon What? Penhaligon has recently released their latest fragrance, Vaara, inspired by Jodhpur and the Maharaja. The new fragrance is created by Bertrand Duchaufour for His Highness the Maharaja Gaj Singh II. It blends notes of coriander, carrot seeds, saffron, quince and more to create something that begins fresh before becoming quite heady. When? Available now Where? In store and online How? Visit www.penhaligons.com for more information

Himalayan Footsteps launches culinary tours to Nepal
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Himalayan Footsteps launches culinary tours to Nepal

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Who? Himalayan Footsteps What? Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet travel specialists Himalayan Footsteps have just launched a new tour to Nepal with a focus on Nepalese food and culture. Guests will have the chance to visit local markets, visit a monkey temple and experience Nepalese home cooking. Prices start from £1048 per person. When? First tour leaving 2nd October 2013 Where? Itinerary starts in Kathmandu How? For more information, see www.himalayanfootsteps.com Fly via Etihad

Korea photography at Galerie Paris-Beijing

Korea photography at Galerie Paris-Beijing

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Who? Galerie Paris-Beijing What? Galerie Paris-Beijing will be showcasing photography from more than 20 South Korean photographers from this month. The special group show will feature photographs based on themes of urbanization, globalization, consumerism, identity, culture, memory, family, sexuality and the social fabric. When? Now until 2nd November 2013 Where? Paris-Beijing Gallery, Hôtel Winssinger, Rue de l’Hôtel des Monnaies 66, 1060 Brussels How? For more information, see www.galerieparisbeijing.com Fly via KLM