Who? Gary Mancuso
What? Papua New Guinea, Congo, Madagscar – these are just a few of the far-flung destinations featured in The Last Places on Earth. This is a story about how the author, Gary Mancuso, went all the way to the edge of the Earth and back while exploring disappearing cultures and a few big changes in his own life.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
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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
Who? 45 Park Lane What? 45 Park Lane’s popular “A Brush with Frieze” programme is back. As well as a series of Frieze Art Fair related events, the hotel is also offering its special accommodation package again. Guests will enjoy accommodation, tickets to Frieze Art Fair, a copy of the 45 Park Lane Art Book and a Winsor & Newton table box easel to take away upon departure. Prices start from £762 for two people. When? 17th to 20th October 2013 Where? 45 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 1PN How? For more information and to book, call 020 7317 6503
Who? Orcaella What? Orient-Express’ new luxury river cruiser Orcaella will be making its début journey from Mandalay with an 11 night cruise. Orcaella will be sailing up the Chindwin River, passing Thanbodday Pagoda, Bodhi Tataung and Kalay. Prices start from £3,660 per person including all meals onboard, excursions, transfers and domestic flights. When? From 22nd July Where? Depart from Mandalay, Myamar How? Visit www.orcaella.net for more information
Who? ME by Meliá What? ME by Meliá opens its first hotel in London, ME London, in the building that previously housed BBC Radio. The hotel aims to be a design-led lifestyle hotel and is Foster + Partners’ first UK hotel project for which they have designed all of the interiors and exteriors. Room rates start from £340 per night, excluding VAT. When? Open today Where? 336-337 The Strand, London WC2R 1HA How? Book online at www.MELondonUK.com Ten photos from ME London
Who? Château Lou Casteou What? Château Lou Casteou is launching a gastronomic cookery school as part of its first ever Luxury Cultural Retreat. Guests will have the chance to learn to make traditional Italian food with chef Matteo Mangiarotti, including breads, ravioli and risotto. There will also be tutored wine tastings as well as the opportunity to take part in cultural activities. Priced at 2,950€ per person, including VAT. When? 21st to 26th April Where? 850 Chemin du Plan Guinet, 83600 Frejus, Côte d’Azur, France How? For more information visit www.loucasteou.com Fly via KLM
Who? Cap Maison, St Lucia What? If staying at a luxury resort like Cap Maison has gotten a little boring, why not spice things up a bit by taking out their yacht? You can simply lounge aboard the 46 foot vessel out at sea or charter it for a cruise to one of the nearby islands. Various set packages, including sunset and culinary cruises, are available. When? Available by arrangement Where? Cap Maison, Smugglers Cove Drive, Cap Estate, St. Lucia How? Book online at capmaison.com
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