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? 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
Who? Absolute Belize What? Absolute Belize have just created a new gourmet Caribbean package which begins on a luxury 50ft catamaran. Guests will sail around the Caribbean islands over the 11 day journey and have the opportunity to learn about chocolate making, collect conches for making ceviche and spearfish lobsters with the guide, followed by a lobster masterclass with the private chef. When? Departure dates by arrangement Where? Itinerary dependent How? For more information, see www.absolutebelize.com Fly via KLM
Who? Lefay Resort & Spa What? The Lefay Resort & Spa has recently unveiled their new eco-suite, complete with the ultimate beauty experience – its own in-suite private spa. The suite is so named because it’s been designed to minimise environmental impact and aid energy conservation. The private spa features a treatment area for two, dedicated spa menu, shower with chromotherapy, steam sauna and infra-red sauna. When? Open now Where? Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Via Angelo Feltrinelli, 118, 25084 Gargnano, Brescia, Italy How? Visit www.lefayresorts.com for more information Fly via KLM
Who? The White Swan Inn What? Spend mid-week at The White Swan Inn in Yorkshire for a taste of an artist’s retreat. The boutique hotel has unveiled “A Brush With Hockney”, offering guests the chance to walk in the footsteps of the artist David Hockney. Rooms start from £199 per night, including dinner, breakfast and a David Hockney book. When? Available now Where? Market Place, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7AA www.white-swan.co.uk How? Book online www.white-swan.co.uk
Who? Van Kleef What? Learn all about the origins of gin and try the true Dutch spirit jenever at Van Kleef, the oldest surviving distillery in The Hague. The distillery is still operating to this day but also runs as a museum. Here, you can taste, explore and get into the heart of jenever. When? Tutoring by arrangement Where? Lange Beestenmarkt 109 The Hague, Netherlands How? Visit www.vankleef.eu for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Belmond La Residencia What? Ever fancied yourself as a novelist? Well now you can explore that at Belmond La Residencia on their new creative writing retreat. The week-long course will be led by acclaimed author Diane Redmond and include workshops on various genres as well as a visit to the house of novelist Robert Graves. When? Dates will be available in May and October Where? Son Canals s/n, 07179 Deià, Mallorca, Spain How? For more information, see www.belmond.com/la-residencia-mallorca
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