Thursday 2 August 2012

Luxury accommodation in Royal Windsor and Eton

If you’re visiting Britain you probably know that finding a spacious, luxurious place to stay on flexible terms outside London can be difficult. Classical Britain provides exclusive luxury accommodation in historic Windsor and Eton and concierge services for the discerning UK visitor.
No place like home: Classical Britain living room
  Robert Edwards, a former international banker with a family of three children, lives close to Windsor and he founded classical Britain in 2012.
  “I have travelled a great deal both on business and vacation and I always try to use the time spent away from home as fully as possible, to see new and exciting places and experience what other countries have to offer,” he says. “This is particularly true when travelling with children and as any parent knows, happy children mean a happy vacation.
  “When I travel with my family I like to know that everything can be arranged in advance. I want to return home with great memories of what we have done together; with photos and videos of places and events we have visited. Experiences like these are what everybody remembers and broaden our view of culture and life generally. When I left the financial services industry I wanted to do something completely different that was challenging and creative and it was my love of travel that led me to found Classical Britain.
  “I have created a company that can arrange everything you wish to do whilst staying in our luxurious accommodation, whether that is visiting historic places, going to sporting, theatrical and musical events, taking the kids to theme parks or dining at some of the country’s best restaurants.
Dinner is served: Dining room at
Classic Britain
  “Royal Windsor and Eton is an ideal location. Not only is it exceptional in terms of its uniquely English surroundings, but it is also an ideal base to participate in the events within the English Season that attract people to Britain every year. In addition, the world-class sights, monuments, museums and shops of London are easily accessible too. Throw into the mix the well-known theme parks for children nearby, as well as the fabulous walks and open spaces around Windsor, and there really is something for everybody.”
  Robert Edwards adds: “You may simply wish to stay in the properties and enjoy the location for what it has to offer under your own steam. You can do as much or as little as you choose whilst staying with us, but always in comfort and with a great attention to detail. Simply tell us what interests you and we will help build your itinerary for your stay with us if you wish.”
  www.classicalbritain.com

The Opening of the Royal Style: Qing Dynasty and Western Court Jewellery exhibition in Taipei, Taiwan

Fit for a Qing: Cartier in Taiwan

The National Palace Museum, the Shenyang Palace Museum and the Cartier Collection are proud to jointly present the unique exhibition entitled “Royal Style: Qing Dynasty and Western Court Jewellery,” held at the National Palace Museum’s Library Building exhibition hall until September 9th, 2012 in Taipei, Taiwan.
  Royal style is the guiding thread between the different artistic creations on show from both the East and West, in an exhibition that will reveal the cultural background behind these superb pieces, recounting the history between the jewellery and the crowned heads for whom it was made. Showcasing 466 remarkable examples of Oriental and Western court jewellery, including 160 from the collection of the National Palace Museum, 74 from the Shenyang Palace Museum, and 232 aristocratic jewellery creations from the West, on loan from Cartier. The exhibition demonstrates the extraordinary craftsmanship of both Oriental and Western jewellery.