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
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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? Johnnie Walker What? The bullion blend of the Johnnie Walker range has been given more than a golden touch in time for Christmas 2014. Exclusive to travellers and for a limited time, this edition of the bottle features a stunning world map against an embossed oceanic background. But, as it’s a travel limited edition, there can be only one solution; travel more. When? Available now, for a limited time Where? Duty free shops worldwide How? www.johnniewalker.com
Who? Mirazur What? Head to Menton to find a taste of the Côte d’Azur at Mirazur. The gastronomic restaurant headed up by Mauro Colagreco has been making waves of late by gaining its second Michelin star last year and making it on to the World’s 50 Best list. Here, you will find the best ingredients accompanied by the best view. When? Wednesday to Sunday year round Where? 30 Avenue Aristide Briand 06500 Menton, France How? Visit www.mirazur.fr for more information Fly via KLM
Who? City of Avignon What? The Luminessences d’Avignon is returning to the city once again for its annual installation celebrating the papal heritage of the region. The venue is the largest gothic palace in the Europe and was built in only twenty years under the reign of two Popes. As one of the two Papal seats, the palace was home to seven Popes and two schismatic Popes. For the duration of the installation, the historic Honour Courtyard at The Palace of the Popes will be transformed intothe canvas for a stunning sound and light show. When? 12th August until 11th October 2014 Where? Palaise des Papes, Place du Palais, 84000…
Who? St Germain and South Place Hotel What? The weather in London might be changing its mood constantly but it doesn’t mean you can’t get into the swing of summer. We recommend heading to the roof-top bar of South Place Hotel, just outside of The Angler restaurant, where there’s currently a St Germain pop-up. There’s four cocktails made with the elderflower liqueur, and they’re all pretty delicious. And whatever the weather, it’ll be easy to pretend it’s summer. When? Open now until September 4, from 3pm until late Where? South Place Hotel, 3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF How? For more information, see southplacehotel.com
Who? Discover Egypt What? If you’ve ever wanted to visit Egypt, Discover Egypt are the specialists to go to. With regular flights running from London to Luxor once again, there’s no time like the present to make your travel plans. One of the classic ways of seeing what the country has to offer is by taking a river cruise up the Nile; that way you will see much of the historic centres in Luxor as well as the temples along the way to Aswan. Prices from £799. When? Various itineraries available Where? Departure according to itinerary How? For more information, visit www.discoveregypt.co.uk
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