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Culture

Hong Kong hosts its first Art Basel

ByLife in Luxury May 6, 2013November 7, 2014

Who? Art Basel What? The city of Hong Kong will be hosting its first Art Basel with around half of the galleries participating coming from Asia and Asia-Pacific. There will be artwork for sale from established and emerging artists as well as curated objects. There are also various planned talks and events based around the show itself. Ticket prices vary. When? 22nd to 26th May with first day for private views Where? Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, 1 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong How? Visit www.artbasel.com for more information Fly via British Airways

Travel

Frankfurt Skyscraper Festival is back

ByLife in Luxury May 5, 2013January 5, 2014

Who? Frankfurt Skyscraper Festival What? Frankfurt has the highest density of skyscrapers in Europe so it’s no surprise that they’ve taken advantage of that by hosting an annual skyscraper festival. As well as being able to visit various high-rises normally closed to the public, visitors will also be treated to a fringe program of events including acrobatics and musical entertainment. When? 25th to 26th May Where? Around the city of Frankfurt, Germany How? Visit www.wolkenkratzer-festival.de for more information Fly via Lufthansa

Design

Fabulous creations at Clerkenwell Design Week

ByLife in Luxury May 4, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Clerkenwell Design Week What? For some of the best designs in the world, stay right here in London and visit the upcoming Clerkenwell Design Week. This year there will be over 60 showrooms offering high-end contemporary design. There’s also a fringe program of debates, presentations and workshops. Tickets are free. When? 21st to 23rd May Where? Farmiloe Building, 34, St John Street, London EC1M 4AY and around Clerkenwell How? Visit www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com for more information

Travel

Cox & Kings launches Greenland tours

ByLife in Luxury May 3, 2013August 26, 2013

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

Drink

Learn about natural wine at RAW Fair

ByLife in Luxury May 2, 2013August 27, 2013

Who? RAW Wine Fair What? RAW Wine Fair will be returning to London this year with an even bigger agenda than last year. The event is a two day celebration of artisan wines and will feature over 150 growers, all creating natural wine. As well as wine tastings, there will be expert talks, book signings and of course food. Tickets from £20. When? 19th to 20th May Where? Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London E1 6QL How? Visit www.rawfair.com for more information

Fashion

Luxury bespoke lingerie with Gilda & Pearl

ByLife in Luxury May 1, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? Gilda & Pearl What? Bring a little luxury to lingerie with Gilda & Pearl’s made to order service. The four year old brand still designs, makes and handfinishes all their pieces in the UK. Gilda & Pearl also offers a completely bespoke service allowing you to make the most of their stunning collection of silk satins, chiffons, crystals and ribbons. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.gildapearl.co.uk How? Visit website for more information