Introducing Hayman Island by InterContinental
TAKING LUXURY ISLAND living to the next level, Hayman Island by InterContinental will open its doors on 1 July, 2019. The 166-room resort
has undergone a multi-million-dollar renovation, transforming it into the ultimate in immersive island decadence. Found on a stunning
400-hectare private island in the world-renowned surrounds of the Whitsundays, Hayman Island by InterContinental will offer private
beach coves, jetski adventures, seaplane rides with breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef and much more. Accommodations range
from lavish suites and beachfront villas to lagoon and poolside rooms, as well as private residences for those after a truly unique island
experience. The resort will offer five innovative dining outlets featuring contemporary menus inspired by fresh Queensland flavours. The
resort will also be home to a brand new luxury spa, a boutique, kids’ club and state of the art fitness centre. Reservations are now open with
a special offer of 25% off a three-night stay between 1 July and 30 September, 2019. By Damian March.
http://www.intercontinental.com/hayman_islandEating Europe Launches Food Tours in Amsterdam
AWARD-WINNING food tour operator Eating Europe has launched a tasty
new food tour in Europe. The new 3.5-hour food tour takes place in the
medieval town of Haarlem, hailed by many as the Gastronomic Capital of
the Netherlands due to its food markets, cafes and restaurants. Featuring
seven authentic tastings at stops such as hidden cafes, cheese shops and a
church-turned-brewery, the food tour offers food fans culinary insights into
the quintessential Dutch lifestyle by meeting vendors and sampling regional
dishes such as kibbeling (a snack consisting of battered chunks of deep
fried fish), bitterballen (a meat-based finger food) and drop (licorice in
various flavours). Eating Europe also offers a wide range of culinary walking
tours in Italy, London, Amsterdam, Prague and Paris. http://www.eatingeurope.comAPRIL–JUNE 2019 TAST E& TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL 11
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MICHELE PETERSON is an award-winning food and travel writer who divides her time between Mexico and Canada.
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