Making a fashionable entrance

Celebrating its fourth year as the Official Hotel of the London Fashion Week, The May Fair Hotel have collaborated with fashion graphic designer, Spiros Halaris. His vibrant fashion illustrations, depicting images from the catwalk, will transform the windows of the hotel for London Fashion Week making a very stylish entrance.

Having previously worked with luxury fashion brands such as D&G, Hemyca and Tom Ford, The Luxury Travel Bible looks forward to seeing the exclusive collaboration when the fashionable windows are unveiled on September 15th.

In celebration of fashion week the hotel has also specially created a LFW Cocktail, The Pout (Victoria Beckham would approve) and the spa will be offering a 'Catwalk Wrap' treatment to get guests catwalk ready.

Luxury Link: www.themayfairhotel.co.uk　

London Fashion Week runs 16th-21st September www.londonfashionweek.co.uk

A luxury souvenir

Luxury watch company Enigma have produced ten, limited edition Aqua Expeditions C42 Amazon watches to celebrate the launch of Aqua Expeditions' new luxury Pervuian Amazon cruiser, the M/V Aria.

The limited edition Aqua Expeditions C42 Amazon watches will be exclusively available on board the M/V Aria, and the company's first vessel, the M/V Aqua.

The Luxury Travel Bible thinks this is a pretty cool souvenir to bring home from a luxury holiday.

Each of the stylish, unisex watches has the Enigma and Aqua Expeditions logos on the watch face and have been designed with the Amazon environment in mind. The watch is perfect for optimal reading during low-light wildlife treks with Luminova treated hands, a steel case with anti-glare glass, a see-through case back and the watch is waterproof to 100 metres - sounds perfect for a luxury adventure traveller.

Peruvian tour company, Aqua Expeditions were the first to introduce five-star luxury cruises to the Amazon River in Peru. For further information about Aqua Expeditions visit www.aquaexpeditions.com

... a summer BBQ

If your idea of a Barbecue is a few burnt sausages over some smouldering coal, think again.

On Saturday The Luxury Travel Bible attended a BBQ Masterclass at The Terrace at Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in Belgravia to learn more about the menu. Executive Chef Martin Gabler demonstrated making each of the dishes from the menu. The Luxury Travel Bible even had a go at making the signature Beef Burgers... we now know the ingredients to the burgers but we won't reveal the secret - you will just have to try them for yourself.

The sun was shining, the Pimms was suitable chilled, the atmosphere on the Terrace was sociable and most importantly the mouthwatering food was plentiful. The only way to end the meal was with one of the most delicious Chocolate Fondants TLTB has ever tasted.

The beauty of the menu is down to excellent quality ingredients. A visit to The Terrace is worth it just to try the delicious prawns and the tender chicken kebabs ... oh and the juicy steaks... and the burgers. .. oh and the Lamb Koftas....

Luxury Links: www.jumeirah.com

Hayman's new improved luxury

Welcome back Hayman. The luxury resort on Hayman island in Queensland was devastated by tropical cyclones Anthony and Yasi but now the one of Australia's most luxurious island paradises is back better than ever. Re-opening today (August 1) the new, improved Hayman has 8 brand new villas designed by Aman resorts architect, Kerry Hill each 120 square metres of sheer lux with a large private pool, private terrace, an outdoor shower. Surrounding the resort TV personality and horticulturalist Jamie Drurie has transformed Hayman's gardens into a tranquil tropical paradise . www.hayman.com.au

Win free stays in Queenstown NZ

Queenstown New Zealand is celebrating Rugby World Cup 2011 with a 300 night hotel giveaway during September and October. Queenstown isn't hosting any games, but TLTB thinks the stunning lake and alpine resort town is a 'must' on any luxury itinerary which is why our August issue (on the web August 3) will highlight some of the best. Destination Queenstown is running a week-long spring sweepstake to give visitors the chance to win 300 free hotel room nights. Anyone from around the world can enter the sweepstake which opens at 9am NZ time today (Monday 1 August) and closes at 9am Monday 8 August.

 Destination Queenstown CEO Tony Everitt said "This is a great chance for international visitors to bag a bonus for their big trip. We're aware that some people might be putting off a trip because they think accommodation may be expensive or hard to find. In fact here in Queenstown there's still very good availability from budget to five-star, during September and October". Each winner will receive two consecutive nights for two people at their respective hotel, so 150 lucky winners can take a partner or friend. Details on how to enter: www.queenstownNZ.co.nz.

Otahuna reopens in style

Otahuna Lodge in Christchurch New Zealand re-opens today (August 1). The Relais & Chateaux member lodge was badly hit by the earthquake that rocked Christchurch and the by the after shocks but now after a five month restoration project the luxury lodge is looking better than ever. Otahuna's seismic strengthening is also unparalleled for a heritage property in New Zealand. The Lodge has seven guest suites and with its fifteen open fireplaces is perfect for a NZ winter visit.. Congratulations to owners Hall Cannon and Miles Refo. TLTB is glad that you now back in the business of offering some of the best luxury in NZ. www.relaischateaux.com/ , www.otahuna.co.nz/

Relais and Chateaux is   recommended  by The Luxury Travel Bible.