Luxury Experiences at Belmond Hotels Around the World

Each ‘Belmond Bonus’ showcases the very best of the company’s collection of luxury hotels, trains and river cruises, enabling guests to get the most from their stay – from a starlit private dinner on a tropical beach to expert-guided tours through World Heritage Sites.

Valued at US$500 per booking, ‘Belmond Bonuses’ are valid for new reservations made for travel before the end of December 2014 for Belmond hotels, and before the end of March 2015 for participating Belmond trains and cruises. Terms and conditions apply.

BELMOND HOTELS IN PERU LAUNCH FUN NEW EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN

Discovery and adventure should have no age boundaries and, with this in mind, Belmond has launched a series of activities for younger guests at its five hotels in Peru. As the first luxury travel company to enter the South American country over 15 years ago, Belmond prides itself on offering families travelling with little ones a seamless journey.

Designed for children aged five to 12, the new experiences draw on Peruvian culture for inspiration and include a picnic of traditional treats at Belmond Miraflores Park in Lima, an outdoor painting lesson at Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado in the Sacred Valley, a Peruvian cooking class at Belmond Hotel Monasterio in Cusco and a treasure hunt at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel located adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu.

EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESS LAUNCHES TWO NEW JOURNEYS IN 2015

South-East Asia’s most luxurious train, Eastern & Oriental Express, is launching two brand new journeys for 2015. The five-night ‘Fables of the Peninsula’ sets off from Singapore to Bangkok on 29th March 2015 and includes a stay at Raffles Singapore Hotel. Exclusively for only 60 guests, the train will pass through Malaysia and Thailand and the journey includes excursions to the Cameron Highlands Resorts and a beach barbecue at Koh Chaan.

The two-night ‘Ancient Temples of Lanna’ journey departs on its inaugural trip from Bangkok to the ancient capital city of Chiang Mai on 15th October. The itinerary includes a visit to Lampang for a tour of the city in its trademark horse-drawn carriages and enjoy Thai cookery demonstrations, shopping in the traditional markets and a visit to a tea house.

HOLLYWOOD-STYLE HONEYMOON EXPERIENCES AT BELMOND HOTEL CIPRIANI (pictured above)

Venice is the world’s hottest honeymoon destination following a recent star-studded wedding in the city, and the acclaimed Belmond Hotel Cipriani orchestrates a beautiful beginning for newlyweds. Honeymooners can start the day with a private Champagne breakfast and enjoy exclusive couples’ experiences such as cocktails on the rooftop terrace of St Mark’s Square’s historic Clock Tower or a romantic poetry recital at Venetian playwright Carlo Goldoni’s home.

Hollywood actor George Clooney is a regular guest and visitors can sip two cocktails he created with the hotel’s head barman. For a truly celebrity-style start to married life, newlyweds can book the ‘Just the Two of Us’ honeymoon package, which includes two nights’ luxury accommodation, Champagne, a candlelit dinner and a couple’s massage.

VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS RETURNS TO SCANDINAVIA IN 2015

Next season, the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will return to fashionable Scandinavia, journeying between Venice, Copenhagen and Stockholm following a successful maiden voyage to the region last year.

The exclusive four-night tour begins on 1st June 2015 with a night on board as the carriages travel from Venice to Copenhagen through the Italian, Austrian, German and Danish countryside. After a two-night stay in Copenhagen, including a gala dinner at a surprise location, guests will return to the train for a final night on board. Nearing Scandinavia, guests can admire the scenery late into the night from their luxurious cabins as the renowned ‘white nights’ season begins.

EXCLUSIVE PAINTING LESSON IN THE GROUNDS OF BELMOND VILLA SAN MICHELE

A 15th-century national monument with a façade attributed to Michelangelo, Belmond Villa San Michele in Florence, Italy is a work of art in itself – and now creative guests can hone their artistic skills during an exclusive two-hour painting lesson in the hotel’s stunning gardens.

Guided by local Florentine artist Roberto Guarnieri, guests will create their very own watercolor postcards, a perfect memento of their stay in Italy’s city of art. Budding painters will learn how to prepare a color tablette and make an initial pencil sketch of their chosen scene – perhaps an architectural detail of the monastery or the hotel’s incomparable view of Florence. Then they will take up a brush and complete their masterpiece in watercolour. Lessons are available for groups of two to seven people.

A HIGHLAND GAMES ADVENTURE WITH BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMAN

Belmond Royal Scotsman, the UK’s only luxury sleeper train, offers the perfect location for a private party, wedding or corporate event for up to 36 guests. Touring the Scottish Highlands from April to October, bespoke itineraries can be created including private whiskey tastings, a round of golf at some of the country’s most prestigious courses and visits to historic local castles.

Belmond Royal Scotsman is offering a special group rate for two- or four-night itineraries on selected departures throughout April and May 2015. Prices start from £1,140 per person, with two guests sharing a twin cabin. Prices are based on 10 or more cabins booked on each journey and are on an all-inclusive basis.

‘BUBBLES & BITES’ CHAMPAGNE TASTING AT BELMOND CHARLESTON PLACE

The acclaimed Charleston Grill at Belmond Charleston Place in South Carolina is introducing an innovative new ‘Bubbles & Bites’ toast and tasting session. Guests will be able to sip a selection of two-ounce Champagne samples curated by sommelier Rick Rubel while nibbling on specially matched food pairings from Executive Chef Michelle Weaver.

Champagnes on offer will include Moët et Chandon Cuvée Dom Pérignon Brut 2002, Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin La Grande Dame Brut 2004 and Krug Grande Cuvée Bru, accompanied by tasty bites such as Chef Weaver’s award-winning crab cake and a petite octopus salad. ‘Bubbles & Bites’ will be available from 1st December to 3rd January 2015, excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

CHRISTMAS JOURNEYS ON BOARD BELMOND BRITISH PULLMAN AND BELMOND NORTHERN BELLE

A host of festive journeys to Christmas markets and cathedral cities are available this winter season on board Belmond’s two luxury UK day trains, Belmond British Pullman and Belmond Northern Belle. Bedecked 1920s and 30s style carriages will set the mood for the festivities as liveried stewards serve Christmas lunch with all the trimmings.

New for 2014, Belmond British Pullman will embark on a magical journey to Raymond Blanc’s renowned two Michelin starred hotel and restaurant, Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Oxfordshire. After a three-course festive lunch, guests will sing carols in the local church before heading back onto the bedecked train for cheese and dessert on the return journey.

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