Life in Luxury’s guide to: Dennis Hopper at the Royal Academy
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Life in Luxury’s guide to: Dennis Hopper at the Royal Academy

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Soon to arrive at the Royal Academy is the installation entitled “The Lost Album”, an exhibition of over four hundred original photographs taken by the late Dennis Hopper. This is the first time such a large collection of Hopper’s work has been shown in the UK. All of the photographs were taken between 1961 and 1967 and were personally selected by Hopper for his first major exhibition at the Fort Worth Art Centre, Texas, in 1970. In addition to the photographs will be a selection of vintage prints which were discovered after Hopper’s death in 2010. Hopper first started experimenting with photography using a camera bought for him by his,…

Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles
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Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles

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Who? Château les Merles What? For a short break that combines golf, wine and gastronomy, Château les Merles is the perfect pit stop. Nestled in the middle of the Bergerac wine region, it’s also close to the truffle and foie gras producers of Périgueux. Thrown into the mix is a nine hole golf course that’s ready to test your shot. What could be better? When? Open year round Where? 3 Chemin des Merles, 24520 Mouleydier, France How? For more information, see www.lesmerles.com Ten photos from Château les Merles Fly via British Airways

Smirnoff launches Smirnoff White for travellers
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Smirnoff launches Smirnoff White for travellers

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Smirnoff What? Vodka giants Smirnoff have recently announced the launch of a new super-premium vodka, the Smirnoff White, which will be available exclusively for travellers. The new product has been freeze filtered at -6°C which they say gives it an even smoother taste. Priced at £21 for 1L. When? Available now Where? At duty-free pop-up Smirnoff counters globally How? For more information, see www.smirnoff.com

Gastronomy in port-town at The Yeatman
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Gastronomy in port-town at The Yeatman

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Who? The Yeatman What? Portuguese food is often known for its simplicity but at the Michelin-starred restaurant at The Yeatman Hotel this translates to something more gastronomic. For a restaurant in a city that’s entrenched in wine, port to be exactly, the menu is never very far from that connection. That’s perhaps why it’s the perfect place to learn about wines with a menu made to match. When? Open year round with set dates for wine dinners Where? The Yeatman Hotel, Rua do Choupelo, (Santa Marinha), Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto 4400-088, Portugal How? For more information, see www.the-yeatman-hotel.com Fly via TAP Portugal

Christie’s launches new watch boutique
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Christie’s launches new watch boutique

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Christie’s What? Last month renowned auction house Christie’s launched their Watch Shop, an online retail boutique of rare, vintage and luxury timepieces. The timepieces are available for immediate purchase and features watches from all over the world in varying styles and prices. There will be at least 30 watches available at all times with each having a set price and no additional costs or buyer’s premium. When? Available now Where? Watch Shop available online only How? For more information, see www.christies.com/watchshop

Travels & Adornments at Vacheron Constantin
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Travels & Adornments at Vacheron Constantin

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Who? Vacheron Constantin What? Vacheron Constantin have unveiled a new exhibit entitled “Travels & Adornments”, which features over 40 historical horological adornments from around the world. The watches showcase the journey through time, and across the globe, of horological artistry. A must-see for fans of haute horology. When? Until the end of October 2014, by appointment only Where? Maison Vacheron Constantin, 7 Quai de l’Ile, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland How? For more information, see www.vacheron-constantin.com Fly via British Airways