Singita Lebombo Lodge Evolved

Singita has unveiled a complete evolution of Singita Lebombo Lodge in Singita’s private 33,000 acre concession in South Africa’s Kruger National Park. Singita Lebombo has always been ahead of its time but now it’s come into its own after a major overhaul – but you’ll experience the same light, space, openness and connection with nature that you’ve always known at Lebombo.  Not only does the design push the boundaries of safari style to the limit but the culinary offering at the lodge is equally game-changing with Liam Tomlin, Cape Town based founder of Chefs Warehouse, at the helm. This will be the Kruger like never before.

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COMO Launches Its First Cookbook – The Pleasures of Eating Well

COMO Shambhala Cuisine offers a gastronomic journey through COMO’s exclusive hotels in Bali, Bhutan, the Maldives, Miami Beach, the Turks and Caicos Islands, Thailand, the UK and Australia.

From April 2016, embark on an epicurean journey with 147 classics from the COMO Shambhala kitchens – taking you from the Turks and Caicos in the Caribbean to the mountains of Bhutan – with The Pleasures of Eating Well: Nourishing Favourites from the COMO Shambhala Kitchen. Each recipe has been meticulously re-configured to introduce COMO Shambhala Cuisine to home cooks.

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Miami Welcomes Connoisseur’s!

Connoisseur’s has opened its office on Miami Beach.
Warm welcome to all of our USA Club members and partners!
Connoisseur’s luxury travel club operates as a curator of the finest luxury travel experiences the world has to offer and provides its members in USA and Europe with highly personalized travel itineraries and a full range of travel services worldwide.

So, hello Miami! Hello, world!

Selfridges celebrates Shakespeare’s 400th birthday by building a theater in their basement!

Selfridges are celebrating the 400th birthday of the world famous English poet and playwright William Shakespeare with a massive campaign called "Shakespeare Refashioned." Not only will the retailer pay tribute to the Bard of Avon through elaborate window displays and Shakespeare themes collections, but also through the installation of a 100-seat theater on its lower ground floor.

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Heathrow presents a Michelin-star treat

Heathrow has announced an “exclusive new collaboration with Michelin-starred British chef Jason Atherton”. He will be bringing some of his award-winning dishes – classic British cuisine with a contemporary twist, from his restaurants including Pollen Street Social and Berners Tavern. The highlight will be the “sumptuous five-star meal”. Available only for Heathrow VIP members, for Business and First Class passengers, the service lets you enjoy a “private and relaxing” transition through the airport in “just 44 steps”.

Source: luxurylaunches.com 

Belmond announces South America’s first luxury sleeper train

The Belmond Andean Explorer in Peru will be South America’s first luxury sleeper train, and is expected to cover terrains like none other. One of the highest train journeys on earth will start its journey in May 2017. The route will include some natural treasures on its routes, and passengers can choose one of four journeys. Cabins are all en-suite, meals are locally sourced and there is an open deck – plus a bar with cocktail chairs.

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3 Highlights of Art Basel 2016

Touted as the “Olympics of the art world”, the Art Basel has come a long way since being founded by three Swiss gallery owners and is now one of the most internationally-recognized art fairs in the world, with sister events that now also take place in Miami and Hong Kong.

Parcours
The site-specific sector  welcomed 19 artworks under the curation of Basel native Samuel Leuenberger this year.

The Bâloise Art Prize
Two emerging contemporary artists from the Statement section did not only had their works exhibited in solo shows around Europe but also receive more than $30,000 in this prestigious art accolade.

Anticipated Showings
Celebrated American performance artist Alison Knowles  proved age isn’t a limit with her interactive piece “Make a Salad”.

Source: Luxuo