Event Listing for 28 Sep 2008

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LONDON

19 Jun 2008 until 30 Sep 2008

Hg2's top 10 London restaurants

The days when eating out in London meant enduring overcooked meat and boiled-to-oblivion vegetables are long gone. You may, if you look hard enough, find better French cuisine in Paris and more authentic dim sum in Hong Kong, but for sheer breadth of dining experience, London now leads the way. ...

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ISTANBUL

01 Jul 2008 until 30 Sep 2008

Party by the Bosphorus

For true hedonists, Istanbul comes into its own in the summer months. Temperatures soar, but if you're reclining by a chilled pool or exploring the Bosphorus on a boat, that can only be a good thing. Indulge in some lazy days then party all night in the decadent clubs on the Bosphorus. ...

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LONDON

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

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

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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BUENOS-AIRES

01 Sep 2008 until 31 Oct 2008

City chic

Buenos Aires comes into its own in September, days warm up and the jacaranda trees flower, lining the elegant streets with a gorgeous purple haze. An explosion of chic hotels, stylish bars, fabulous shopping and fantastic restaurants sit alongside the wild clubs and Argentina's incredible natural beauty to make this a wonderful place to explore, indulge and invest in a new wardrobe. ...

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ISTANBUL

01 Sep 2008 until 30 Sep 2008

Ramazan

Ramazan, the annual month of fasting, prayer and celebration followed by 3 days of feasting observed throughout Islamic countries, starts on 1st September 2008. During this period, mosques are illuminated and crowded with worshippers, whilst the city comes alive for the sundown Iftar feasts. ...

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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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MARRAKECH

01 Sep 2008 until 31 Oct 2008

Late summer sun

Scorching over the summer months, Marrakech comes into its own in the Autumn, when the intense heat subsides. If you're looking for a long-weekend break to banish those end-of-summer blues then a quick trip to the medina is the perfect option. Book into a chic riad and spend days basking on the roof terrace, picking up some unmissable shopping in the souk, indulging in luxurious spa treatments and nights feasting on mountains of Moroccan cooking....

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MILAN

01 Sep 2008 until 31 Oct 2008

Refill your wardrobe

Milan transforms itself in Autumn, casting aside the sweaty lethargy that descends in August cooler weather sees the Milanese returning from their holidays and hitting the shops to kit themselves out for the Autumn / Winter season. Join them in a fabulous retail orgy, fuelled by some lovely lunches along the way. The truly fashion forward will also want to attend Milan Fashion week (22nd-29th Sept) to see what they'll be wearing come spring/summer. ...

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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

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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NEW-YORK

12 Sep 2008 until 01 Nov 2008

Shop 'til you drop

With the dollar giving Europe's beleaguered shoppers an easy ride, now is a fantastic time to visit New York (but then again, when isn't it?). ...

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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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NEW-YORK

26 Sep 2008 until 12 Oct 2008

46th New York Film Festival

The New York Film Festival shows the newest and most inspiring and provocative cinematic works by a selection of directors from around the world. Views from the Avant-Garde is a section of the Festival specializing in non-narrative, experimental film and video. This year, the North American premiere of Clint Eastwood’s Changeling will be the festival’s Centerpiece, with Darren Aronofsky’s The Wrestler as the Closing Night selection. All of the festival’s 28 films will be shown at the Ziegfeld Theatre....

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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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