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The Milestone Hotel offers a stylishly individual location for an overnight break in the heart of London. This plush boutique hotel is situated in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, within walking distance of many of London’s finest attractions including Kensington Gardens, the Royal Albert Hall and the Victoria & Albert Museum. During your stay in a deluxe double room, the maid will visit twice a day leaving treats from home-made cookies and bonbons to candles in the bathroom. For the ultimate touch of class, a butler will also be at your service through out your stay. Location: Kensington, London (South East)

£425.00

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Polo: a game that involves hitting a small ball with a long stick whilst travelling at speed on board a vehicle with a mind of its own. Sound insane? It's time to find out for yourself, even if you're not a royal or a snake-hipped Argentinian. And even if you don't know how to ride. You'll start off being briefed on the basic rules and theory of polo by expert instructors, including ball hitting, polo riding, hooking and riding off (don't worry, all the terminology will be explained). Then you'll mount a mechanical horse to learn the basic polo swings. Next you'll mount a polo pony (a real one this time) to improve your skills and take part in a 'stick and ball' session. After a buffet lunch there's a video on game tactics, more stick and ball sessions and finally, instructional chukkas so you can put all your new skills into practice. Fast-paced and skilful, polo is an exciting, challenging sport (even without an HRH).

£449.00

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Get your passport out! Your journey begins as you board the Eurostar in London, bound for Paris. On arrival, make your way to the Bateaux Parisiens pier on the River Seine and step aboard a spectacular Bateaux vessel to enjoy fine food and splendid views of some very famous sights. Enjoy a delicious three course a la carte lunch with half a bottle of wine, mineral water and tea/coffee whilst you float alongside The Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Musee d'Orsay, Institut de France, Notre Dame, Bibliotheque Nationale de France, La Conciergerie, Le Louvre, Place de la Concorde, Grand Palais, Trocadero, Statue de la Liberte then back to Eiffel Tower. From the Eiffel Tower to the Statue of Liberty a singer and a musician make your discovery of the capital richer with French anecdotes and songs. You can choose to return on Eurostar either the same evening or following day (but please note you must arrange your own accommodation if you decide to stay overnight). Paris travel pass even included!

£450.00

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Ahoy there me hearties! Splice the main brace, shiver me timbers and other such nautical nonsense... there'll be none of that on this experience, which offers an introduction to sailing in a friendly and informal atmosphere. It's great fun - exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and the best way to experience the beauty and freedom of the open sea. After coffee, biscuits and a safety briefing, your Yachtmaster skipper will introduce you to the basics of sailing and in no time at all you'll be out at sea, either on the Brighton or Southampton Water. If you're feeling energetic you can put theory into practice and take an active part in the afternoon's sailing, but if you'd rather you can just sit back in the cockpit and let the crew do the hard work while you relax and enjoy an afternoon at sea. You'll also have afternoon tea on board. All in all a very civilised approach to a wonderful pastime.

£475.00

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You've got to hand it the army - they've definitely got the best wheels. You can't beat a day driving around in military vehicles and shooting at stuff. All the fun of being a soldier with none of the risks. You'll be kitted out in a camouflage suit and helmet and given a full safety briefing. During the course of the day you'll drive a Russian Grozdilka tank, a fully amphibious Hagglund tracked carrier, an FV 432 armoured personnel carrier and a Rapier rocket carrier. You'll get a ride in a Lance missile carrier, spend an hour in the armoury and there are other military-themed activities too - learn how to fire a range of classic weapons like mortars and muskets (mind your eyebrows!), go on an SAS woodland patrol and try clay-pigeon shooting. At the end of the day, the best driver will get to crush a car with a 56 ton Chieftain tank! Lunch is included, and you even get to keep your camo suit. So leave the tv behind and come and get in touch with your rough and ready side!

£500.00

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It's your first public act outside of the wedding ceremony, a chance to show the world your new husband or wife and one of the elements of the wedding day remembered most by guests. For years, every time you hear the familiar lyrics to 'your song' you'll be transported back to your wedding day and that special first dance. But while the idea is wonderful, the reality can often be a clumsy start, sudden loss of rhythm and feet drawn like magnets to the top of your better half's! No need to break out in a cold sweat just yet... there is still time to make your first dance one to remember for all the right reasons. With this experience you will enjoy five private dance lessons at London's famous Pineapple Dance Studios with an experienced wedding dance instructor who will choreograph a routine with you to the song of your choice. Your family and friends will be awestruck as you whisk each other around the room and you will have a moment that will last in your memories forever.

£500.00

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Re-live the nostalgia of the golden age of rail travel as your train makes its way through the rolling countryside. Watch fields, hedgerows and villages unfold through the window, as attentive staff offer you delicious food and wines on a "Historic Treasures" tour on board the Northern Belle, the "Orient-Express of the North", where you will be able to disembark the train and explore a famous city’s heritage.

£550.00

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For a truly stunning day at sea you can do no better than a day's sailing on board a beautiful tall ship. These magnificent and luxurious vessels, J R Tolkien (two-mast topsail schooner), Loth Lorien (three-mast schooner) and Artemis (three-mast barque), have masts over 30 metres high and are perfect for a day of traditional sailing. You'll begin with refreshments and a safety briefing from your experienced crew, before sailing out onto the Solent area. If you want to enjoy some hands-on activity, then there's always a job to do on board, from raising the sails to helming the ship, and the friendly crew will show you how it's done. If you'd rather, you can relax on deck and chat to the crew about the sailing life. A buffet lunch and afternoon tea will be served on board during the day.

£590.00

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With a spirit of adventure at the core of its character, the great outdoors has always been the territory of the Land Rover brand. These iconic off-roaders weren't built to sit nose-to-tail in rush-hour traffic - you need to get them off the tarmac to find out what they're really capable of. On this experience you'll tackle some challenging terrain in one of the following king of the road vehicles - a Land Rover Defender, a Discovery or a Range Rover Sport. You'll start with a thorough safety briefing before your instructor shows you around your vehicle, explaining the impressive capabilities of these 4x4s. Then get behind the wheel yourself to conquer the muddy climbs, drops and hazards of an exhilarating off-road course, in stunning surroundings. Most venues have excellent facilities, including disabled access, catering, toilets, shelter and parking. A simple lunch is included, this exciting experience is bound to give you an appetite.

£599.00

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The Orient-Express British Pullman conjures up images of a more glamorous age - and of a more stylish approach to travelling. On this experience you'll find out just why the train has such a fabulous reputation, and revel in luxury and nostalgia en route to one of a number of historic destinations. Each unique carriage dates from the 1920s or 1930s and is staffed by liveried stewards. Your experience will begin in style, with brunch served on your outward journey. Choose a destination from some of Britain's finest towns and cities or historic attractions. On arrival you'll disembark for a walking tour, usually followed by some free time for exploring. On your return journey, relax and enjoy a glass of champagne and a three or four course meal with wine. Or you could choose a seasonal sumptuous five course Christmas lunch during December. The exact itinerary will depend on your choice of destination, but wherever you go we know that you'll fall in love with this romantic train.

£685.00

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Why drive one sports car when you can drive six - all on the open road? If you've always struggled to decide which sports car you'd fancy taking out on the highway, then this could be the perfect experience for you. Your six cars will be a range of classic and modern sports cars and will be chosen from these nine stunning marques; Ferrari, Aston Martin, Lotus, TVR, Jaguar, Audi, HMC, Porsche and Morgan. The experience begins with registration and coffee followed by a briefing and issue of your suggested routes and time schedules. Then in your team of two, search for clues in a fun treasure hunt through the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, swapping cars at locations en-route (you will alternate between driving and navigating throughout the day). It is not a race and consequently you will not need to break the speed limit to reach your destinations! So just relax and enjoy cruising on the open road in true style. Lunch and refreshments are included.

£685.00

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The Orient-Express conjures up images of a more glamorous age - and of a more stylish approach to travelling. On this experience you'll find out just why it has such a fabulous reputation, and revel in luxury and nostalgia en route to a number of destinations. The Northern Belle is inspired by the Belle trains of the 1930s, and each luxury carriage has its own unique character. Your experience will begin in style, with brunch and Bellini served on your outward journey. On arrival you'll disembark for a tour, usually followed by some free time for exploring. On your return journey, relax and enjoy a glass of champagne and a three or four course meal with wine. The exact itinerary will depend on your choice of destination, but wherever you go we know that you'll fall in love with this romantic train.

£685.00

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