Who? Michael Jacobs
What? Colombia has a reputation for danger but just how dangerous is it? In The Robber of Memories, Michael Jacobs travels down the Magdalena river in search of the township with the highest incidences of Alzheimer’s while charting the country’s history of violence and his own encounters with life and death.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Frankfurt What? The city of Frankfurt is once again ready to host its annual Apple Wine Festival. During the festival, visitors will have the opportunity to try different kinds of apple wine, enjoy traditional music and see performances of poetry. There are also fringe events surrounding the festival including the Apple Wine Express. When? 9th to 18th August Where? Roßmarkt, 60311 Frankfurt, Germany How? Visit www.frankfurt-tourismus.de for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Elite and Rocco Forte Hotels What? Elite car rentals and Rocco Forte Hotels have teamed up to create an unique road trip exploring Germany in luxury. The self-drive tour travels through Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin staying at Rocco Forte Hotels with a choice of Ferrari 458 Italia Spider, Lamborghini Gallardo, Porsche 911 Carrera or BMW Z4 Roadster available. Prices from €5600, including accommodation and car rental. When? Until October Where? Tour departs from Munich How? Visit www.eliterent.com for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Cicada Lodge What? Luxury property Cicada Lodge has now opened in Nitmiluk National Park, Australia. The hotel, overlooking Katherine River, will offer guests immersive experience of the area including helicopter tours, private waterfalls and guided tours to thousand-year-old rock art. Rooms are from $645 per night. When? Open now Where? Gorge Road, Katherine, Northern Territory 0851 Australia How? To book, call +618 8971 0167 or email cicadalodge@nitmiluktours.com.au
Who? The Bordeaux region of Margaux What? The five villages in the Margaux appellation will be joining forces for a special event: Margaux Saveurs. The event focuses on discovering and tasting Margaux wines and local products. There will be wine workshops, tours and tastings, cooking classes, games, concerts and gourmet rambles, culminating in the literary get-together of La Cuvée aux Écrivains. When? 16th to 18th November Where? Margaux, Bordeaux, France How? For more information, see www.margaux-saveurs.com Fly via KLM
Who? Hotel Principe Di Savoia What? Hotel Principe Di Savoia has now started offering “A Road to Leonardo” package, allowing guests to explore the cultural side of Milan. The package includes a three hour guided tour of some of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpieces, transport to and from the historical centre of Milan as well as accommodation and breakfast. Room rates are from €480 per room per night, for a minimum stay of two nights. When? Available year round Where? Piazza della Repubblica, 17 20124 Milan, Italy www.hotelprincipedisavoia.com How? To book, call +39 02 6230 4007 Fly via KLM
Who? Le Vendôme What? Intimate is the approach to service at Le Vendôme. Fresh faced from some serious renovations, the hotel is at its prime. Of course you wouldn’t be able to find many people who have stayed there – they are far too discreet to share that sort of thing. But if the stylish suites are anything to go by, it’ll only be the elite. When? Open year round Where? Rafis Al Hariri St, Beirut, Lebanon How? For more information, see www.levendomebeirut.com Ten photos from Le Vendôme, Beirut Fly via British Airways
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