Who? Hotel Brunelleschi
What? Hotel Brunelleschi has now opened its Tower Suite, designed by Italian architect Benelli. The suite occupies the top floor of the Pagliazza Tower, which is one of the oldest buildings in Florence, built during the Byzantine period. Double rooms start from €1384 per night.
When? Available now
Where? Piazza Sant’Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy www.brunelleschihotelflorence.com
How? Book online
Who? Extraordinary Africa What? It’s rumoured that you can see a shooting star every seven minutes under the African sky and that’s why Extraordinary Africa has put together a package that will let you sleep under the stars. Extraordinary Africa will provide you with your own four-poster “starbed” with duvet and the all important mosquito net. Prices from £2,980 per person for a week, including flights. When? Throughout the year Where? Various African countries available How? Visit www.extraordinary-africa.com for more information
Who? Igloofest, Montréal What? The 7th annual edition of Igloofest is returning to Montréal again in 2013. The nine-night outdoor music event will take place over a series of weekends, showcasing the best of electro. There will also be a winter village where all the buildings are built from snow and ice. Tickets start from $15 a day. When? Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 17th January until 9th February Where? Jacques-Cartier Pier, The Old Port Of Montreal, 333 Rue de la Commune Est, Montreal, QC H2Y 2C4 Canada How? Purchase tickets online at www.igloofest.ca Fly via KLM
Who? Optima Naturals What? We think that Afternoon Tea just doesn’t happen often enough and that’s why we love this Optima Naturals tea hamper. Built for two, it has everything you need to take Afternoon Tea on the road. And that means cups, thermos, plates and even cutlery. Now you just need to make the finger sandwiches. Priced at £130. When? Available now Where? Available online from Amazon How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Grand Hotel dei Castelli What? We love the idea of being able to stay in a castle but we love the idea of being able to stay in one with all the mod cons even more. So when we went to Sestri Levante and stayed at Grand Hotel dei Castelli, well, we simply fell in love. The grand hotel boasts some stunning views over the Italian Riviera but offers an incredible amount of privacy too. In fact, it has its own private sea-water pool. How divine. When? Open year round Where? Via Penisola di Levante, 26 – 16039 Sestri Levante, Italy How? For more information, see www.hoteldeicastelli.it Ten photos…
Who? Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa What? If you thought the Maldives were all about relaxing on the beach then Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa will certainly change your mind. The resort has launched a series of cultural tours around the islands of the Maldives. Guests will have the opportunity to explore Addu city by bike, learn about the history of the Island of Gan, visit the farms of Meedhoo Island or soak in the nature on Villingili’s nature walk. Prices from £34 per person. When? Available now Where? Villingili Island, Addu Atoll, Republic of Maldives How? For more information, see www.shangri-la.com/male/villingiliresort Fly via British Airways
Who? Belmond What? For guests travelling aboard the Belmond Afloat in France barges in Burgundy this year, Blemond has launched a new Wine Academy program. The new offering gives guests the opportunity to explore the Burgundy wine region on tailor-made itineraries while enjoying a luxury canal cruise. A week’s private charter starts from £26,400 on an all-inclusive basis. Wine Academy is available for an additional £700 per person. When? 29th March to 18th October 2015 Where? Departure varies according to itinerary How? For more information, see www.belmond.com
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