Best of London Clare Richardson has the capital covered. There’s the O2 tennis showpiece, London Jazz Festival, and romance of the English Ballet, not to mention the breathtaking experience that is Cirque du Soleil, winter break ideas at the Holiday & Travel Show, and, of a course, a room full of world class chefs for ‘A Taste of Christmas’.
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The Times presents Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show If the winter blues are kicking in and you’re feeling the chill head to Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show to plan your next exotic get away. Celebrating its 18th birthday the show, at Earls Court, is dedicated to finding you the ultimate holiday. With a wide variety of exhibitors, including Audley Travel, Cox & Kings, Explore Worldwide and Trailfinders, Destinations have enlisted the most reputable and adventurous travel companies around - offering plenty of ideas and expert advice. With anything from luxury spa holidays to adventure travel there’s an abundance of choice and exclusive offers. The show’s Meet the Experts Theatre will play host to travel personalities, celebrities and experts offering specialist guidance and information. With the combination of cultural music, dance, arts & crafts, and global food there is plenty to inspire even the most seasoned traveller. Earls Court Exhibition Centre, Warwick Road, Earls Court, London SW5 2-5 February 2012 For our 2 for 1 ticket offer use the following code: DES3 Please note: offer is only valid for pre-booked tickets www.destinationsshow.com
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For some top tennis action during the winter months head to the O2 Arena for the ATP World Tour Finals. The world’s top eight male singles players and doubles teams will compete for the $5m prize fund and finish the season as ATP World Tour Champions. This iconic venue will be transformed into a gladiatorial tennis stadium where some of the sport’s top names will battle it out for the title. Hospitality packages are available with private suites offering unrestricted views of the court, champagne reception, four-course dining experience and complimentary drinks. Boxes are available for 15, 18 or 30 guests. O2 Arena, Millennium Way, London SE10 20-27 November 2011 Hospitality packages available from £199 www.sportsworld.co.uk www.theo2.co.uk
London Jazz Festival Back for a 19th year, Serious presents the London Jazz Festival in association with BBC Radio 3 for a celebration of all things jazz. Featuring performances from international stars such as Alison Krauss, Hermeto Pascoal, Bill Frisell and Jerry Dammers, alongside emerging talent like Robert Glasper, Matthew Halsall and Gretchen Parlato, the ten-day showcase will take place at venues across the capital. The festival boasts a hotbed of commissions and premiers with an extensive club programme and numerous free events in over 50 venues. Locations include the Royal Festival Hall, Barbican, Royal Albert Hall, Wigmore Hall and Ronnie Scott’s. Hospitality packages are available with VIP access to events and the chance to meet famous jazz personalities. Various venues across London 11-20 November 2011 www.londonjazzfestival.org.uk top left: The Holiday & Travel Show below: Barclays ATP World Tour Finals