West Indian lime travel kit from Crabtree and Evelyn
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Beauty pick: Men’s travel kits from Crabtree & Evelyn

ByL.B.

There’s plenty of beauty treats out there for the ladies but we love that there’s also a growing selection for the men. Don’t get us wrong, there’s nothing wrong with unisex but sometimes, it’s just nice to be different. In terms of travel kits though, we’re still finding that the majority of products out there are female focused and that’s why we love the fact that Crabtree & Evelyn has not just one, but three different kits out there for the gents. There’s no stopping you ladies from choosing these too but we think these fragrances will smell divinely masculine. West Indian lime travel kit Includes: West Indian Lime Body…

Tranquil harbour views at Grand Hotel Portovenere

Tranquil harbour views at Grand Hotel Portovenere

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Who? Grand Hotel Portovenere What? Cinque Terre might be the best known sight of Liguria but Portovenere has its understated charm. At the heart of the town, with tranquil views of the harbour, is Grand Hotel Portovenere. It’s a literal stone throw from the pebbled paths of the old town, an easy journey by day. And at night, it’s the perfect place to look out onto the harbour lights. When? Open year round Where? Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 5, 19025 Portovenere SP, Italy How? For more information and to book, see www.portovenerehotel.it Ten photos from Grand Hotel Portovenere Fly via British Airways

Life in Luxury’s guide to: JBAR at Seven Stars Galleria
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Life in Luxury’s guide to: JBAR at Seven Stars Galleria

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As part of Milan Expo this year, USA’s James Beard Foundation has brought the James Beard American Restaurant (JBAR) to the Seven Stars Galleria. Situated above Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, in the heart of Milan, the pop-up restaurant will showcase American food from the cuisine to the ingredients in a fine-dining setting. It works in parallel to the James Beard House in New York City. Recently the menu featured JBAR Executive Chef Paul Sanguinetti’s take on the food from Fort Myers and Sanibel, with ingredients flown in from the USA. The menu included ceviche of redfish with yam and tropical slow, raviolo of Florida shrimp in “sea water ” and…

Discover the Amsterdam Flower Trail
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Discover the Amsterdam Flower Trail

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Hotel Pulitzer, Amsterdam What? Hotel Pulitzer in Amsterdam is celebrating the season’s blooms with the launch of its new Amsterdam Flower Trail package. The new package includes two night’s accommodation, a tulip welcome gift, floral turn down service, Lillet Rosé cocktails and tickets to the Amsterdam Tulip Museum. Guests will also have the option to booking an early morning guided tour of the Flora Holland Flower Auction. Priced at €250. When? Available now until 31st August Where? Prinsengracht 315-331 – Amsterdam, 1016 GZ, The Netherlands How? For more information, see www.pulitzeramsterdam.com Fly via British Airways

Belmond La Residencia
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Bespoke photography experiences return to Belmond Hotels

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Belmond Hotels What? Belmond’s bespoke photography experiences returns to its properties in Italy and Mallorca as the hotels reopen for the 2015 season. This year the experiences include evening photo tour of Venice at Belmond Hotel Cipriani, underwater photography at Belmond Hotel Splendido, Florence from the sky at Belmond Villa San Michele, Naples by vintage Vespa at Belmond Hotel Caruso, ‘Cook and Camera’ at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo and Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea and bird watching at Belmond La Residencia. Prices vary. When? Available now Where? Available at various Belmond Hotels. How? For more information and to book, visit www.belmond.com Fly via British Airways

The Landmark launches five bespoke London Experiences
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The Landmark launches five bespoke London Experiences

ByLife in Luxury

Who? The Landmark Hotel What? The Landmark Hotel in London has recently launched five masterclasses as part of their new London Experiences. The tailored packages range from photography, chess, antiques, bespoke shoe making to vocal training and are designed to give visitors a different view of London. Prices start from £420 and includes an expert guided session for your chosen experience and either a lunch, dinner, Champagne afternoon tea or Martini flight at the luxury five-star hotel. When? Available now Where? 222 Marylebone Road, London NW1 6JQ How? Book now at www.landmarklondon.co.uk