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LONDON

 
The Epsom Derby

01 Jul 2008 until 30 Jun 2009

London in June

Those who live in London - in fact anywhere in Britain - are aware that the temperature of the British summer should be loosely relied upon.  However, June is usually one of the nicest months and therefore is packed solid of wonderful events which, usually, are based around copious amounts of pimms, large hats and fabulous outfits....

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LISBON

 
A Hedonist's guide to Lisbon,  beach

19 Jul 2008 until 07 Sep 2009

Summer sun

Lisbon is the perfect destination for a high-summer weekend break, because it's as much a beach destination as it is perfect for a stylish city-break. Yes the weather is hot, hot, hot, but blue skies and a fresh Atlantic breeze do much for the spirits. ...

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BEIRUT

 
Beirut

01 Sep 2008 until 30 Nov 2008

Flirt With Danger

If you've been living in a news vacuum for the last couple of years we thought we'd fill you in. During the summer of 2006 Israel and Hezbollah had a little tiff in Southern Lebanon creating an unnecessary distraction from the Lebanese's main summer activity, partying. This year, apart from the odd spat up north and a few targeted assassinations, things have simmered down slightly. The Foreign Office warns against non-essential travel, but being hedonists we won't let that get in the way of what we want to do, after all measured risk is what it's all about....

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MADRID

 

01 Sep 2008 until 30 Nov 2008

Autumn Break

Madrid in the autumn provides the discerning hedonist with a plethora of activities. Art and film buffs are well served by the festivals that flood the city at this time of the year: Experimental Cinema Week and the Feriarte art fair to name but a few. ...

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MOSCOW

 
Mix nightclub, Moscow

01 Sep 2008 until 29 Mar 2009

One for the boys

OK, so this type of weekend isn't limited to autumn, but we're assuming that you don't want to go in the busy Christmas / high summer periods. What Moscow offers a pleasure seeking group of guys is out and out decadence. This is the place to head for long nights of wild partying surrounded by beautiful women, all fuelled by the best vodka that money can buy. What better place to blow that bonus (or drown your sub-prime sorrows). ...

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STOCKHOLM

 

01 Sep 2008 until 31 Dec 2008

Hg2's top 10 Stockholm hotels

Stockholm doesn't have an abundance of world class hotels, but some fuse together the trio of Swedish passions - sleeping, eating and designing - to great effect, bringing you some bling with your herring. ...

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ISTANBUL

 
Istanbul Biennial

12 Sep 2008 until 08 Nov 2008

Two months of art

The art world descends on Istanbul in early September for 2 months of exhibitions, talks and parties. One of the most prestigious Biennials alongside Venice, Sydney and Sao Paolo, the International Istanbul Biennial is Turkey's biggest art exhibition. Each year an individual curator is appointed to oversee the exhibition, developing a conceptual framework and inviting international artists to participate. ...

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BUENOS-AIRES

 

26 Sep 2008 until 25 Sep 2009

GALLERY NIGHTS

Hedonist souls have no need to take a precooked city tour to get a vision of Buenos Aires. You can linger around glamorous Recoleta and blend into crowds of stylish porteños while you enjoy some free glasses of champagne if you can make it to any Gallery Nights on the last Friday of the month....

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ROME

 

27 Sep 2008 until 10 Dec 2008

RomaEuropa

Considered to be Italy’s pinnacle contemporary arts festival, RomaEuropa features theatrical, musical and dance performances. Despite being focused on classical music, RomaEuropa is now famous for the diversity of musical styles and artists displayed, from classical ballet to hip-hop and electronic music. The festival has torn down the barriers between ‘high’ and ‘mass’ culture. ...

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BERLIN

 

01 Oct 2008 until 01 Oct 2009

Street Life

Berlin is one of the most exciting cities in Europe at the moment. Still bearing the scars of its troubled past, it is now an avant-garde and offbeat hub of artists, musicians and fashionistas. Berliners are not in the game of trying to forget the past. Monuments and museums throughout the city show a desire to honour the victims of Germany’s recent history. However, commemorating need not be a solemn affair. Join in and celebrate the day East and West Germany were officially reunited - head to the Brandenburg Gate for live entertainment, food, drink and lots of dancing....

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MOSCOW

 

01 Oct 2008 until 28 Feb 2009

Muscovite Hangover Cure

Russians like nothing better than a day at the spa to warm up and keep in good health during the winter months, not to mention sweating out a nasty hangover. Take a leaf out of their book and head to the archetypal Sandunovsky Baths. ...

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Moscow snow polo

01 Oct 2008 until 28 Feb 2009

Winter romance

In the Russian winter furs and vodka are a necessity not an option, as temperatures can sink to -20° and the streets are filled with slushy snow. But whilst it may be cold, it certainly is rather romantic, making Moscow a surprisingly fun winter destination. Spend a long weekend exploring the backstreets of Arbat, viewing galleries or walking in Gorky Park, warming up with a gluhwein en route. In the evening, take in a ballet or concert, follow it up with a fabulous dinner then experience some of the city's renowned clubs until the wee hours. ...

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ISTANBUL

 

20 Oct 2008 until 30 Nov 2008

Fabulous shopping

New York, Paris, Milan – Istanbul? Not an obvious addition to the world’s fashion capitals but think again. Whilst Istanbul is indeed more famous for fakes than Fendi, the ruthlessly stylish natives have been calling for the best in international fashion – and it has arrived. ...

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BUENOS-AIRES

 
Casa FOA, Buenos Aires

30 Oct 2008 until 30 Nov 2008

Exceptional design

BA, the first UNESCO “City of Design", excels at design, as one can see by wandering Palermo Soho's streents. If you happened to be in town in the Autumn head to Casa FOA to see what BA's architects and designers can really do. ...

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Buenos Aires Polo, A Hedonist's guide to Buenos Airse

01 Nov 2008 until 28 Dec 2008

High octane polo

Forget Cowdray, forget Ascot. The only place to really watch polo and its strapping players is in Argentina. ...

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NEW-YORK

 

01 Nov 2008 until 31 Jan 2009

Winter Wonderland

New York is every hedonist’s favorite winter city destination. After a romantic stroll in a snow covered Central Park, or maybe (so iconic its fun) a jaunt in a horse drawn carriage, indulge yourself on 5th Ave, quench your thirst for culture at the Guggenheim and the Met and embrace your inner child as you join in with the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And if you are looking for lavish Christmas celebrations, make like a true New Yorker and start off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting ceremony at the Rockerfeller Center. ...

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LISBON

 
greatorchestra, culture, lisbon

02 Nov 2008 until 25 Apr 2009

Great Orchestra's of the World

As the name suggest you will find the 'Great' classical musicians, renowned instrumentalists, conductors and soloists that flock to Lisbon for this festival. This music festival is so popular they need 8 months to fit everyone in....

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BUENOS-AIRES

 
Creamfields, Buenos Aires

08 Nov 2008

Creamfields

Around 50.000 people attend to this electronic music mega party. They arrive around 4pm and don’t leave until the sun comes out again at the next day. Famous DJ´s from around the world make their way down to Buenos Aires to play their beats and honor a quite heterogeneous crowd that combines the very chetos from Recoleta with underground music lovers from the suburbs, young ladies in her twenties and hardened clubbers in men their forties....

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