Starring the Burgundy Truffle – truffle growers, preservers and processors, chefs, nursery owners, dog trainers and all connoisseurs of this fragrant truffle. Also featuring on local menus ...
Where?
Cours de Bonvillars
When?
25 October, 2014
www.vaudtourisme.ch
www.lake-geneva-region.ch
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Friday, October 17, 2014
Hong Kong Art Gallery Week 2014
The Hong Kong Art Gallery Association announced today that the second edition of Hong Kong Art Gallery Week, sponsored by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Private Banking, will launch on 26 November 2014 with a city-wide public programme of events, talks, tours and exhibitions presented by about 50 member galleries.
Adriana Alvarez-Nichol, Head of the Hong Kong Art Gallery Week Committee and Vice-President of the Hong Kong Art Gallery Association said: “Hong Kong is one of the world’s fastest-growing cultural hubs and the leading art sales hub in Asia. HKAGA was founded with the aim of developing new connections and relationships within Hong Kong’s vibrant arts sector. Last year, the festival brought over 6,000 art professionals, collectors, university students and the general public together. For the second edition, we want to cement the week as a highlight of the art calendar in Hong Kong and across the region. There will be an enhanced focus on arts education and discovery, developing younger audiences and investing in the next generation of arts practitioners and gallerists.”
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| Studio Visit & Private tour of Hanart Square by Mr. Johnson Chang, Gallery Director of Hanart TZ Gallery. |
Hong Kong Art Gallery Association
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Leading lodge re-opens in UNESCO World Heritage-listed Okavango Delta
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| Images courtesy &Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge. |
News update from &Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Rebuilt to combine spectacular design with exceptional wildlife adventures, &Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge re-opened its doors on 1 September 2014. Situated on a private concession in the magnificent Okavango Delta, Sandibe boasts exclusive traversing rights over a vast stretch of land adjacent to the wildlife-rich Moremi Game Reserve. The most architecturally magnificent lodge in the Delta, Sandibe combines outstanding design, exceptional wildlife viewing and warm local hospitality. The Okavango Delta has recently been named the 1000th UNESCO World Heritage Site and the design for this incredible new lodge draws its inspiration from this unique natural setting.
Rebuilt to combine spectacular design with exceptional wildlife adventures, &Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge re-opened its doors on 1 September 2014. Situated on a private concession in the magnificent Okavango Delta, Sandibe boasts exclusive traversing rights over a vast stretch of land adjacent to the wildlife-rich Moremi Game Reserve. The most architecturally magnificent lodge in the Delta, Sandibe combines outstanding design, exceptional wildlife viewing and warm local hospitality. The Okavango Delta has recently been named the 1000th UNESCO World Heritage Site and the design for this incredible new lodge draws its inspiration from this unique natural setting.
In spite of the lodge having been closed for the extensive rebuild during much of the year, &Beyond Sandibe retained its title of Botswana’s Leading Safari Lodge for the fourth year running at the recent 2014 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean gala ceremony. This prestigious achievement is even more notable in view of the fact that it was bestowed on the lodge by fellow travel and tourism professionals worldwide, who cast their votes in the World Travel Awards in order to reward commitment to excellence.
Latest in sustainable technology
In keeping with &Beyond’s core ethos of Care of the Land, Care of the Wildlife, Care of the People, Sandibe has been designed with a light footprint and a heavy focus on sustainability and efficiency. Situated in a remote area without easily available electricity, instead of relying on a generator to supply the lodge’s extensive energy needs, Sandibe’s combined solar electricity and hot water systems will produce in excess of 200 000 Kwh of energy per year. This will save the lodge 67 000 litres of diesel per year, which translates into a carbon footprint saving of 180 tons of CO², an amount that the lodge would have had to plant 4 615 tree saplings to offset.
For more information see: http://www.andbeyond.com
Source: Press Release
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Settling in nicely ... at stunning Dormy House, Broadway
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Sundowner at Elie, Scotland
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| Elie, Fife, Scotland ©Alison Plummer |
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Sunsail celebrates forty years
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For more information on sailing holidays, visit www.sunsail.com.au <http://www.sunsail.com.au> or speak with a member of the Sunsail Team on 1800 803 988
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Le Boat
Le Boat is proud to be Europe’s No.1 boating holiday specialist, offering a fantastic selection of self-drive cruising itineraries along Europe’s beautiful rivers, canals and lakes.
The long March to October cruising season ensures plenty of sunny days to enjoy the unique history, culture and heritage of your cruising region. Lie back and relax or step ashore to explore the remote hilltop villages, world-renowned vineyards, ancient castles and country markets that line the route.
From couples to parties of 12, we have the biggest and most modern fleet in Europe that can cater to all tastes and budgets – and best of all, on nearly all routes no boating experience is necessary as we give hands-on boat and route briefings before you set off.
From the Shannon in Ireland, through France's Canal du Midi, all the way to the Masurian Lakes in Poland, discover a different side to Europe on your next holiday with Le Boat.
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Escape to Cambodia with Raffles Hotels & Resorts
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| Raffles Grand Hotel d'Ankor, Siem Reap |
SPECIAL 25% OFF WITH BED AND BREAKFAST AND GUARANTEED UPGRADE IN PHNOM PENH & SIEM REAP UNTIL 31 OCTOBER 2014
July 2
Cambodia – a destination with awe-inspiring temples, an ancient culture and fascinating stories to tell, delicious cuisine and beautiful scenery – is the perfect choice for a relaxing getaway. Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh and Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap are two luxury hotels synonymous with the destination. Both have recently won TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards for hotels with exceptional service in Cambodia.
New for winter 2014 is the Charm of Siem Reap and the Charm of Phnom Penh which includes:
• Guaranteed late check out until 6pm
• 25% discount in the hotel’s bars and restaurants
• Stay 3 nights and enjoy a complimentary 50 minute Khmer traditional massage or a complimentary lunch at Cafe d’Angkor for two people at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor or a complimentary lunch for two people ar Restaurant Le Royal at Raffles Hotel Le Royal
• Valid for new bookings until 31 October 2014
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is the place to stay in Siem Reap as it has the best location in town - overlooking the Royal Gardens and opposite the Royal Palace. It is only a short distance from Angkor Wat - the capital of the ancient Khmer Empire and its astonishing temples. Back at the hotel, take a dip in Cambodia’s largest swimming pool – inspired both in design and size by the ancient bathing pools of the Khmer Kings in Angkor, and enjoy a traditional performance of Khmer dances and martial art on the Apsara Terrace.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal dates back to 1929 and is one of the best addresses in Phnom Penh. An elegant French colonial building, it is an excellent base from where to explore this fascinating and colourful city. At Raffles, relax by the swimming pool surrounded by lush gardens and dine at Restaurant Le Royal with is fine-dining French and Khmer cuisine or at the à la carte Café Monivong with its Asian and European dishes.
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| Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh |
For bookings for Raffles Hotel Le Royal, please call +855 23 981 888 or email bookus.phnompenh@raffles.com and for bookings for Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, please call +855 63 963 888 or email bookus.siemreap@raffles.com. For further information, visit www.raffles.com
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Raffles Dubai Ranked Number One on Tripadvisor.com
The prestigious Raffles Dubai takes on the coveted number one position on the renowned travelling site TripAdvisor.com, competing with 472 hotels in Dubai. Categorized as a landmark property, Raffles Dubai has gained vast recognition within the local as well as the international market due to its great guest dedication and service standards.
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