Himalayan Footsteps launches culinary tours to Nepal
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Himalayan Footsteps launches culinary tours to Nepal

Who? Himalayan Footsteps What? Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet travel specialists Himalayan Footsteps have just launched a new tour to Nepal with a focus on Nepalese food and culture. Guests will have the chance to visit local markets, visit a monkey temple and experience Nepalese home cooking. Prices start from £1048 per person. When? First tour leaving 2nd October 2013 Where? Itinerary starts in Kathmandu How? For more information, see www.himalayanfootsteps.com Fly via Etihad

Grand Cru cruise through Burgundy
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Grand Cru cruise through Burgundy

Who? Amaryllis What? Wine lovers shouldn’t miss the Orient Express’ Grand Cru cruise aboard the Amaryllis. The seven day cruise offers guests the opportunity to sample wines from all 33 of the Grand Cru estates in Burgundy. The barge is available for private hire for up to eight guests. Prices from £30,800. When? Until October Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.amaryllisbarge.com for more information Fly via KLM

Shake up roaming with GlobalGig

Shake up roaming with GlobalGig

Who? GlobalGig What? Have wifi on your terms with GlobalGig, the new gadget that gives you your own wifi hotspot. For a monthly subscription, GlobalGig will give you wifi access for up to five devices. The service is currently available in the USA, Australia, UK, Republic of Ireland, Denmark, Sweden and Hong Kong with more destinations being rolled out. When? Available now Where? Available from www.globalgig.com How? Visit website for more information

Cook with Pete Evans on Dolphin Island
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Cook with Pete Evans on Dolphin Island

Who? Dolphin Island What? Private island and luxury resort Dolphin Island is offering the opportunity for guests to enjoy a three day exclusive cookery experience with Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans. For a maximum of eight guests, the package will include five night stay on Dolphin Island, three-day cook school with Pete Evans, transfers from Nadi International Airport and meals. From NZ$9,900 per person. When? 22nd to 27th June Where? Transfers from Nadi International Airport, Fiji How? Visit www.dolphinislandfiji.com for more information

Brown bears (grizzlies) Katmai National Park. Alaska, Photo by Chris McLennan

Glaciers, Grizzlies and Whales in Alaska

Who? Discover The World tours What? Discover The World tours have recently launched new trips to Alaska. Animal lovers will be especially taken in by the “Glaciers, Grizzlies and Whales” tour. The five night break will include the scenic Inside Passage, grizzly bears on Admiralty Island, whale watching and Glacier Bay Cruise. From £1,586 per person including accommodation and return flight from Juneau to Gustavus. When? 29th May until 28th August Where? Depart from Westmark Baranof Hotel, 127 N Franklin St Juneau, AK 99801, United States How? Visit www.discover-the-world.co.uk/en/holidays/alaska/glaciers-grizzlies-and-whales for more information Fly via KLM

Chateau Kirwan Bordeaux

Margaux Saveurs

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