Voyage issue 9

Voyage broaden your horizons

Slices of The Big Apple

Cocktail Hour Pour yourself a glass of something seasonal

ON COURT

The pick of the tennis tour

PLUS: Blogger's guide to Toronto / Outdoors kit list / Big Ticket 2016

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HELLO! We love the start of a new year. It’s a clean slate. A fresh start. A chance to make plans and dreams come to fruition.

That’s why we’re thinking big for 2016. We’re expanding our horizons and looking across the Atlantic, and also highlighting the hot ticket events you might want to get booked as early as possible.

CONTENTS 3 WELCOME Editor’s letter and contact details

4 ARRIVALS Your latest Liverpool John Lennon Airport news

10 BIG TICKET The best events for 2016

15 BLOGGING THE WORLD

It might be the depths of winter, but we’re also looking forward to the summer tennis tournaments around Europe.

An insider's guide to Toronto

So raise a glass – using our exclusive cocktail guide – and celebrate what’s to come in 2016.

22 THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Cheers everyone!

Herbert takes the holiday questions

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TENNIS TRAIL

19 BUSINESS AND PLEASURE

The stories behind your favourite drinks

A focus on Oslo

Guide to seasonal equipment

28 INTERVIEW 35 SHOPPING A round up of gifts for all

39 Q&A Editor: Paul Cook

Your holiday conundrums sorted

54 OUR DESTINATIONS Where to fly to from Liverpool John Lennon Airport

57 TERMINAL MAP

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News from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and beyond

Ryanair’s Summer Schedule will deliver more than holiday flights More than 1,000 jobs are supported by airline’s Liverpool services Ryanair,has launched its Liverpool Summer 2016 schedule with 29 routes including Faro, Lanzarote and Reus and more flights to Dublin.

These are expected to deliver 1.8m customers per year and support 1,350* “on-site” jobs at Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

Ryanair’s Liverpool Summer 2016 schedule will deliver: • More flights to Dublin (4 x daily) • 29 routes in total (incl Reus 2 x weekly) • 116 weekly flights • 1.8m customers p.a.

• 1,350* “on-site” jobs p.a.

In Liverpool, Ryanair’s Robin Kiely said: “Ryanair is pleased to launch our Liverpool Summer 2016 schedule, with 29 routes in total and more flights to Dublin.

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Robin Tudor, Head of PR at Liverpool John Lennon Airport added, “It only seems like yesterday that Ryanair made Liverpool one of their major UK bases and over the past 10 years they have given passengers from across the region the opportunity to fly to a fantastic range of destinations and at some of the lowest fares, all with the added convenience and hassle free benefits of flying from Liverpool.

“It only seems like yesterday that Ryanair made Liverpool one of their major UK bases”

Ryanair is also celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Liverpool base, and has carried over 24 million customers to and from Liverpool, since its first flight to Liverpool took off in 1988.

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`Our customers can look forward to further improvements in the coming months, including our personalised website, with exciting new digital features such as ‘hold the fare’ and real customer destination reviews, under our “Always Getting Better” programme, as we continue to offer so much more than just lowest fares.’

Ryanair’s continued commitment to Liverpool will mean another busy summer here next year and we look forward to working with Ryanair over the next 10 years.”

Steven Small, Head of Tourism at Marketing Liverpool, said, “Although Ryanair have been operating into Liverpool for almost 30 years, the decision to base aircraft here a decade ago was a massive milestone for the airport.” *ACI research confirms up to 750 ‘on-site’ jobs are sustained at international airports for every 1m passengers.

TRAINING PROGRAMME HONOURED AT AWARDS LJLA collects bronze for its customer service training

Liverpool John Lennon Airport’s Customer Service Training Programme has won Bronze in the Programme of the Year (Leisure and Tourism) category at the Customer Service Training Network Awards.

It has been a really exciting twelve months for Customer Services at LJLA with lots of positive achievements being made throughout the business, as has been reflected in the airport's ASQ results.

LJLA CONTINUES TO GROW IN POPULARITY AS PASSENGER NUMBERS UP AGAIN New services keep customers coming Passenger numbers at Liverpool John Lennon Airport have increased again for the ninth consecutive month as almost 400,000 passengers chose to use the Airport in October.

Passenger numbers were up 9% compared to October last year, with figures for the year to date some 6.5% higher than the same period in 2014.

October saw the start of two more new services from Liverpool, with Aer Lingus commencing their 16 departures per week to Dublin with onward connections to the US and Flybe commencing their latest new route – a daily service to Edinburgh.

This continued passenger growth reflects the increase in airlines and routes operating from Liverpool. Over the past 12 months, five new airlines have been announced, with 12 new services to 8 new destinations, bringing over 90 additional flights per week and the Airport expects increases in passenger numbers to continue next year too.

Spanish airline Vueling, commence a three times weekly scheduled service to Barcelona in March, Thomson Airways

FLYBE CODE SHARE OPENS UP ETIHAD NETWORK Even more choice from LJLA Passengers can now travel from Liverpool Airport on Flybe services and connect onto Abu Dhabi on the same ticket.

This is thanks to Flybe’s new codesharing partnership with Abu Dhabibased carrier, Etihad Airways.

Bags will be checked straight through from Liverpool Airport.

The service will also allow passengers to access the wider Etihad network from Abu Dhabi.

commence a new service to Palma, Majorca in May and Blue Air start a twice weekly service to Cluj in Romania in June. In addition, Ryanair plan on increasing their capacity from Liverpool in 2016 too, with the return of their service to Reus and more departures to Dublin, Kos and Rhodes compared to this year.

Andrew Cornish, CEO of Liverpool John Lennon Airport commented, “We have seen almost 230,000 more passengers choose to use the airport so far this year, taking advantage of the increased choice of airlines and range of destinations now served from here and we expect this growth to continue in 2016 too.”

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I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for supporting the Airport and choosing to fly from Liverpool John Lennon Airport over the past year.

VISIT THE WORLD’S AWARD-WINNING DESTINATIONS – COURTESY OF LJLA Must-see lists for 2016 include locations you can fly to from Liverpool There’s one thing we’re all guilty of doing before we check out a holiday destination, hotel or restaurant these days and that’s taking a quick peek at TripAdvisor to see what other people have made of our potential choice.

Whether you choose to believe the reviews or not, there’s still a mine of useful information to be found on the ratings website.

Now it has published its list of holiday hotspots for 2016, and a Liverpool John Lennon Airport destination is right at the top of the list.

Porto has been named number one in the list of up and coming European places to visit – and you can get there directly from LJLA. Porto is no stranger to awards having picked up the title of European Best Destination in both 2012 and 2014.

Liverpool itself was fourth on the European list, so if you’re heading into the city it’s good to know that it is already highly regarded.

TripAdvisor isn’t the only body handing out plaudits to LJLA destinations either. National Geographic magazine has published its own cool list for 2016 and there at number four is Ireland.

Pat Riddell, editor, said, 'We've scoured the planet for this year's must-see destinations and come up with an eclectic list of top spots for culture, cuisine, festive celebrations, pristine coastline... and places to go.

'Some are obvious, some not so, but we think they should be top of anyone's travels plans in 2016 — and beyond.'

Looking back, 2015 has been an excellent year as over 4.3 million passengers chose to use the Airport an increase of 8% compared to 2014.

We have made significant progress, delivering on our objectives of increasing the number of airlines and choice of services available, with new routes coming to fruition, new airlines commencing operations and work beginning on a host of long overdue terminal improvements.

Highlights include the start of Flybe’s new routes from Liverpool to Belfast City, Edinburgh and Amsterdam with worldwide connections from Schiphol.

2015 also saw the start of Aer Lingus’ new service to Dublin with onward connections to North America and the time-saving benefit of pre clearance of US Immigration and Customs at Dublin Airport. Whilst Thomson Holidays are returning to Liverpool in 2016, with flights to Majorca starting this May. Established operators easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air and Flybe have also all seen rises in passenger numbers.

LJLA is the fastest, easiest, friendliest airport in the region and we hope that in 2016 our customers will continue to support us so we can generate new growth to benefit our region.

We look forward to seeing you in 2016.

Andrew Cornish CEO, Liverpool John Lennon Airport

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BIG TICKET 2016 It’s great to have something to look forward to. That special event you’ve got ringed on the calendar and can’t wait to come round.

Well it’s never too early to start making those dates and, before you know it, you’ll be cheering, dancing, clapping – or whatever else the occasion demands!

Here we pick out some of the big ticket events you might consider making a trip to in 2016.

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Euro 2016 Paris, France Events won’t come much bigger than Euro 2016 when the cream of Europe’s footballers gather in France for the finals of the European Championships.

England, Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland have qualified so there will be plenty of countries to support during the tournament which takes place across the whole of France.

But those thoughtful organisers have created two massive fan zones in Paris, one in the Champs de Mars in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower which will be able to accommodate 120,000 people, and the other in the St Denis suburb close to the Basilica of St Denis.

With Paris so convenient from LJLA, you could be soaking up the atmosphere of the world’s second biggest football tournament just a couple of hours from home.

The tournament lasts from June 10-July 10. www.uefa.com fly to Paris with easyJet

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Creamfields, Daresbury After a truly stellar event in 2015 all bets are off as to what the team behind the world’s most famous dance music festival will come up with for 2016.

Now settled in nearby Daresbury, Cheshire, for a decade, the two truly epic-sized North and South stages give the world class artists scope for staggering light and visual shows to complement their sets.

Across the numerous tented arenas around the rest of the site you can guarantee the line-up will include the best the dance world has to offer and you will be truly spoilt for choice.

Get ticket details and lineup announcements via their website, and the event is staged on the Bank Holiday weekend, August 26-28. www.creamfields.com

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Palio, Siena, Italy The Palio is a fascinating horse race which takes place twice every year in Siena’s Piazza del Campo and is a fundamental part of the life of the Sienese people.

The Piazza is packed hours before the race which sees horses and riders representing each of the city’s 17 Contrade or districts taking part in an event which stretches back centuries.

The race is preceded by a spectacular pageant with flag bearers in medieval costumes before the riders set off on three laps of the piazza in what is virtually a no holds barred contest where preventing a rival contrada from winning is almost as good as winning yourself.

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Galway Races Summer Festival, Galway, Ireland

Racing in Ireland is a real treat, and Galway’s Summer Festival is something to sampled at least once – be you can stand the pace of seven days of top class racing, and the attendant socialising that goes with it.

The Horse Racing Festival follows immediately after the Galway Arts Festival, so the area around Galway City is absolutely buzzing for a whole month.

To get a good vantage point you need to turn up very early, or buy a ticket from the bars and restaurants in front of which grandstands are set up, or even pay the owners of balconies overlooking the piazza for an elevated viewpoint.

Galway Racecourse comes alive with a well-supported Ladies Day, a Mad Hatters competition on the family day at the end of the week, and the racing includes Ireland’s most valuable National Hunt Race, the Galway Guinness Hurdle Handicap.

Tickets: Admission to all 7 days is €130, but day tickets start around €20.

July 25-31 fly to Knock with Ryanair

July 2 and August 16 www.comune.siena.it/La-Citta/Palio fly to Pisa with Ryanair

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European Athletics Championships, Amsterdam, Netherlands It won’t just be the football that will attract significant European sporting attention in 2016, as the continent’s finest athletes will gather together in Holland for their biennial championships.

The event is being hosted in the stadium that was originally built for the 1928 Olympics and which underwent a significant restoration in 2000.

Five days of competition will see what is likely to be a mix of experienced and up-and-coming British athletes going for gold in a beautiful city.

Outside the competitive sessions, there’s plenty to see and do in Amsterdam and a short break combining some top-class sport with a little cultural sightseeing would be just the job.

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Human Tower Competition Tarragona, Spain The Tarragona Human Tower Competition is an event with so much tradition it has been recognized by UNESCO and declared as an example of Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

The activity is all in the title. Teams compete against each other to build human towers, and next year more than 40 teams are expected to congregate in Tarragona’s Tarraco Arena Plaça on the weekend of October 1-2.

The competition will also attract 6,000 spectators to watch the contestants have several attempts to build their best tower in front of a jury of experts.

It’s a truly unique event that will satisfy anyone looking for something out of the ordinary.

Get tickets from www.concursdecastells.cat fly to Reus with Ryanair

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International Berlin Beer Festival Berlin, Germany Join 800,000 visitors from across the world for one of the great celebrations of the brewers’ art – this year commemorating 500 years of the Reinheitsgebot or German purity law which limited the 14

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brewing process to just three ingredients – barley, hops & water.

More than 2,000 different types of beer will be showcased during the event which takes place in what is officially the world’s longest beer garden – a 2.2km stretch along Karl-Marx-Allee No fewer than 340 breweries from 87 countries will be represented, and 20 stages with live bands will help build the atmosphere.

Tickets: It’s free admission.

August 5-7 fly to Berlin with Ryanair

TORONTO Welcome to the world’s most multiculturally diverse city

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Blogging the World Having been drawn to Canada’s biggest city, Joëlle Anello now chronicles life in Toronto as blogger La Petite Noob.

A self-professed lover of quaint cafes, flowers, store openings and brunch, Joelle is very much the girl about town.

So who better to show us around some of the sights of her adopted home city?

Where would you recommend visitors head to… …get a sense of history?

The campus of University of Toronto is a great place to start to get a grasp on the history of Toronto. The campus itself is huge, and includes gorgeous historical buildings and artifacts – right in the heart of the city. …eat with the locals?

Toronto takes its restaurants very seriously, especially when it comes to Sunday brunch. To brunch with the locals, stay out of the downtown core and head either east or west. Leslieville in the east of Toronto hosts an amazing brunch at Lady Marmalade. Head west, and you’ll find Saving Grace- a restaurant with a mean brunch and packed with locals.

…escape the bustle of the city?

North of the city is the sanctuary of Collingwood, Ontario, which is enjoyed by city folk looking to get away from it all.

Blue Mountain Resort entertains ski bums in the winter, and the Scandinave Spa is the ultimate in relaxation.

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…have a night to remember?

Toronto comes alive in the evening, and you need not look any further then the city centre to join in on the action. Head to King Street West for a variety of upscale restaurants and lounges, or the Queen West area for a more casual night out.

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…take in a view they will never forget?

Head to The Rooftop at The Thompson Hotel in the ultra-trendy area of King Street. West.

The panoramic views of the iconic Toronto skyline will leave you breathless, day or night. …try something that is authentically “Toronto”?

To get the authentic Toronto experience you must take in a sporting event, cheering on one of Toronto’s home teams. Be it the Toronto Blue Jays in the summer, the Toronto Raptors for basketball season or the authentically Canadian experience of taking in a hockey game with the Toronto Maple Leafs – to know Toronto is to know the sports.

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paradise. With a wellcurated selection of work, both Canadian and international, changing exhibits and stunning architecture the AGO is not to be missed. …take in a concert?

Massey Hall offers a unique and charming alternative to the large stadium concert venues.

Built in 1894, this nostalgic theatre-like venue is a great place to catch an intimate concert.

…get romantic?

To experience some old world charm in the heart of the city, the Distillery District is the place to be. The charming cobblestone streets and beautiful brick buildings make the perfect backdrop for a romantic stroll. …be awe inspired?

Part of the beauty of Toronto is the gorgeous pockets of green space that are ready to

explore throughout the city. Take a hike to the Scarborough Bluffs for a breathtaking view of cliffs and Lake Ontario.

For those of us who are less athletically inclined, the Toronto Island makes for a beautiful day out – and an aweinspiring view of the city skyline.

Website: www.lapetitenoob.com Fly to Toronto with Aer Lingus via Dublin

…be surprised?

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an art-lovers’

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Business and Pleasure

In association with Downtown Liverpool in Business

Frank McKenna DLIB Chief Executive

The announcement that a devolution agreement with government has been achieved has been warmly welcomed by Downtown in Business and business associations across the city region.

Liverpool City Region had to grasp the opportunity to take ownership of its economic destiny and the announcement, subject to the approval of the local authorities, suggests that a coherency and shared vision between public and private sector is possible.

Whilst the specific details are still to be announced, the devolution of the local transport budget and powers over strategic planning are particularly welcome by the associations as fundamental components of the deal, which suggests that the private sector concerns about connectivity and infrastructure planning have been understood and acted upon.

The review of skills provision is also a welcome move forward and the potential devolution of skills provision in 16-18 and 19+ represents a genuine opportunity for the city region.

This initial devolution deal was always likely to be the first in a series of negotiations for devolving powers locally. Downtown in Business has been instrumental in leading the “ask� from the business associations of the City Region to government, and we look forward to working with partners in the Combined Authority and our business members to reflect upon the deal and contribute to the successful attainment of the city region's growth aspirations through the process of further consultation in the coming months.

The deal is to be welcomed, but is the first step on a long journey. It is essential that the Liverpool City Region leaders prove they can accept the added responsibility that has been afforded them in a mature and effective fashion.

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The city’s National Gallery is, like the major galleries in any city, worth dropping into, and especially so if you’re ticking off the art world’s most famous pieces. Like not leaving Paris without seeing the Mona Lisa, you wouldn’t want to leave Oslo without viewing Edvard Munch’s The Scream of Nature.

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Oslo Happily, Oslo has a compact city centre where many of its major attractions are gathered and there’s then easy access to the central railway station to speed you back to the airport. Here are seven suggestions for making more of a day of your business trip.

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Karl Johans gate2 Coming out of the station you can walk the length of the city’s main thoroughfare all the way to the Royal Palace. Karl Johans gate is the heartbeat of the city. At just over a kilometre in length it is home to several attractions including the National Theatre.

The Mini Bottle Gallery4 Don’t be fooled by thinking it’s a clever name – it actually is a gallery for miniature bottles. At any one time some 12,500 of its 50,000-strong collection are displayed in galleries over three floors in an over-the-top and kitschy celebration of different bottle types.

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Akershus Fortress5 This splendid national landmark remains an important part of Norwegian life as home to state functions, but as a visitor attraction it contains the Norwegian Resistance Museum telling the story of the Nazi occupation of the country and the Norwegian Armed Forces Museum.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS It’s not all chestnuts roasting on an open fire at this time of year.

There are plenty of people who like to feel Jack Frost nipping at their nose as they get out and stay active.

But a nip on the nose is all they like to feel!

Having the right equipment from top to toe will keep you warm, dry and also safe.

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Hat We might as well start at the top.

Keep your head warm and also make sure you consider how well your ears, face and neck are covered, A South American Chullo does all those jobs well. Also, a balaclava, scarf or snood are worth investing in.

Gloves Definitely avoid leather or cloth and, depending on how cold your surroundings are likely to be, it’s well worth wearing a thin glove liner inside waterproof mittens or gloves.

Whichever style you choose, keeping your hands dry is essential.

Thermals Keeping warm outdoors in winter conditions is all about layering, and a thermal base layer gets you off to a good start. An essential property for your base is its ability to `wick’ moisture away from the body. There are good synthetic materials and also a blend with Merino wool does an excellent job.

Safety Wearing the right clothing will go a long way towards keeping you safe when outdoors in the winter, but you should always be aware that the weather can close in quickly and there should be a few essentials in the backpack. A headtorch for when it’s getting dark, a first aid kit – especially for blisters – and a whistle for signaling amongst them. Also some high energy snacks like Snickers bars, flapjacks and mixed nuts.

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Socks Not always top of the list of essentials, but keeping your feet warm will help you stay comfortable and happy when out on your activity.

Make sure your socks are a good fit and have padding in vulnerable areas if you’re hiking. You also don’t want ones that will retain moisture and cause blisters. Avoid cotton for anything other than a stroll.

Waterproof jacket/ trousers It’s winter and you’re outdoors, so there’s a good chance of rain, sleet or snow. A waterproof can be bulky over a fleece and base layers so some have a zip-out fleece when it’s not required. It’s essential however that your jacket and waterproof trousers do their primary job – keeping the water out. Your body has to work harder when you’re both cold and wet.

Boots You want a pair that combine comfort and support, as well as the necessary waterproofing. These will be your best friends and you should choose a pair that suit the kind of walking you’re likely to be doing. Low-cut hiking shoes for day trails or a more substantial boot for longer treks.

Soft-shell jackets You might not always need to go `full waterproof’, and a soft shell jacket is a halfway house. For colder weather make sure you choose one that has good wind resistance and a degree of waterproofing should the weather turn.

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As a city, Liverpool loves its icons.

Footballers, pop stars, actors – and one very famous hairdresser.

Herbert Howe – although universally known just as Herbert – is quintessentially Liverpool.

Funny, flamboyant, hard-working and generous.

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many times and seen so many places,’ he said.

And while globetrotting might be his style these days, it didn’t start out like that.

‘My first holidays with the family were when we used to go in a Lanchester car.

My father was a teacher so he used to have the same holidays that we did.

INTERVIEW Herbert Howe Famous Hairdresser & Personality, Liverpool Since his teens Herbert has been tending to the tresses of Liverpool ladies, latterly from the Bling Building on Hanover Street, but starting out in West Derby with a £100 investment.

‘I always say that if it was to all go wrong then all I’ve really lost is £100.’

His charity fundraising is legendary and he recently raised another £10,000 from his annual Queenie’s Christmas Ball – named in honour of his mother – to bring some Christmas cheer to children and the elderly.

‘It’s non-stop in the run-up to Christmas with children’s parties and lunches for those who might not have anyone, and we raise all the money ourselves.’

But when he’s not busy with the salon or corralling stars like soul legends The Stylistics for his fundraising events, he likes to travel.

‘I’ve been very lucky. I’ve been round the world so

‘It was a long journey down to Devon and Cornwall and the first stop I can remember was in Bridgnorth and we’d visit places like Wookey Hole, then on towards Cornwall, Looe and Polperro – places like that.

These holidays were all part of a lovely childhood.’

Those early horizons have been somewhat widened as Herbert has taken himself off to the four corners of the globe.

‘Dressing up is a big part of my holiday. I like to relax in the daytime, but when it comes to the evening I like to get ready properly – especially on the cruise ships where it’s good to mix with all kinds of people.

‘The last cruise I went on was my 84th!’

His travels enable him to leave the day-to-day worries of running a successful business behind.

‘I can completely get away from everything when I go.

I don’t take the pressures of work with me. My sister Christine is my ideal travelling companion.

She’s just perfect to be with, she’s so much fun.’

years and can remember some of the now defunct airlines which used to operate from the city’s airfield.

‘I do have fond memories of Liverpool Airport – going back to when the likes of the Starways Airline that was owned by the Wilson family flew from there, and then there were others such as British Eagle and DanAIr. ‘If it was possible, I’d like to see flights to London make a comeback as well, because we really, really need an airline to take us to London.’

And in the coming year his travel plans are very simple.

‘In 2016 I’m hoping to see my many friends abroad.’

He has been a patron of Liverpool Airport for many

‘I like Mumbai and when I’m there I stay at The Taj. That’s a lovely hotel. I also like to fly to Paris – but not in this weather, only when it’s warmer. But if I am looking to go somewhere where it’s warm then I would choose Thailand or Miami.’

When he does set off for foreign climes, then the immaculately dressed coiffeur doesn’t take long to get himself ready.

‘I only pack an hour before I leave. I don’t have anything pre-packed. I can go to the wardrobe and every shirt is ironed. I’ve got it down to a fine art now.’

And those ironed shirts – plus plenty of coloured socks – are essential travel items.

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COCKTAILS AND TALL TALES Cocktail culture is very much part of the entertainment landscape as more and more bars offer menus showcasing the art of mixology.

Many cocktails have a long and interesting history, with the stories accompanying them becoming almost legendary.

Here’s our guide to making five of the best – and the tales that inspired their invention.

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Bellini This combination of the now highly popular Prosecco and white peach puree was created in Venice by Giuseppi Cipriani at the world famous Harry’s Bar. It was named the Bellini because the drink’s pinkish colour reminded its creator of the colour of a saint’s toga in a painting by artist Giovanni Bellini.

Negroni The story behind this particular cocktail is that in 1919 in Florence one Count Negroni asked for an Americano, but wanted that drink’s soda replaced by gin.

The resulting drink had a more powerful kick thanks to its three constituent alcoholic parts and the basic recipe has remained largely untouched for almost a century.

Method: Take a large rocks glass and add equal parts Campari, vermouth and gin over ice, give the components a quick stir and add a slice of orange. Then you’re good to go. Can be drunk as an aperitif.

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Certain other sparkling wines are occasionally substituted for the prosecco, but nothing matches the taste of the original combination which has been labelled a contemporary classic by the International Bartenders’ Association.

Method: Combine two parts Prosecco with one part white peach puree.

Pour the puree into a chilled champagne flute before adding the Prosecco. Stir gently.

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The Sidecar A classic cocktail dating back about 100 years, the Sidecar mixes brandy or Cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice.

Like many cocktails, debate rages about its origin, but many ascribe it to an American Army Captain in Paris during World War One.

Method: Shake well with cracked ice, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass that has had its outside rim rubbed with lemon juice and dipped in sugar. Serve in a cocktail glass.

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Porto Flip This drink was first referenced in 1862 and, for a while, fell out of fashion despite being extremely popular when created.

However, it’s smooth creaminess make it a delicious alternative to try and make yourself as it’s quite an easy drink to master with few ingredients. A more well-known variation is the Prairie Oyster which uses sherry instead of brandy.

Method: To make your Porto Flip shake the brandy, red port wine and an egg yolk together with ice. Make sure you take some extra time for shaking in order for the egg yolk to become frothy. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

If you want, you can add ¾ oz. of cream and half a tsp. of powdered sugar. These ingredients are going to make the cocktail even creamier than it already is.

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Tom Collins Legend has it that this drink was invented as part of a craze in New York where people would be asked if they had seen Tom Collins, and when they hadn’t, they would be told that he was telling all kinds of stories about them.

This 1874 hoax even led to the writing of a number of songs, but it’s the drink we’re interested in which, by 1878, was well established in Manhattan’s bars.

The recipe was written down in The Bar-Tenders’ Guide by the father of modern mixology Jerry Thomas.

Method: Place ample ice in large glass. Add gin, lemon juice and syrup. Top up with soda water and stir well. Serve with lemon slice, cherry and a straw.

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I’d like something to cheer me up while we’re still in the depths of winter. Something that takes me away from the gloom and cold.

We’d recommend heading to the French Riviera and catching some of the carnival spirit in Nice where their two-week celebration brings the city to life.

Carnival 2016 lasts from February 12th until the 28th and includes a packed programme of parades and flower battles that will make you forget the cold and wet back home. It’s bright, lively and hugely colourful.

You are able to buy reserved seating tickets along the parade route and these are available from the carnival website at www.nicecarnaval.com

Know before you go Whatever your travel-related conundrum, talk to us at Voyage magazine and let us help you on your way...

I’m looking to make a grand gesture and propose on Valentine’s Day. Where would be a suitably romantic spot?

You could book Paris, but maybe that’s a little bit obvious especially around Valentine’s and you wouldn’t want to give the game away. It is a hugely romantic city all the rest of the year so there’s plenty of time to go.

I’ve just been to yet another house party for New Year and when it comes round again, I want to get out and about. Is it worth heading to a city centre?

It depends which city centre you head to! Some can get a bit too rowdy without properly organised celebrations.

Edinburgh has been doing it right for years with its Hogmanay party that takes in several sites and ticketed events keep the numbers manageable – although everyone is out for a very good time.

Keep an eye out for announcements regarding this year’s celebrations which can range from big name bands playing the Concert in the Garden, torchlight processions, a giant ceilidh and a street party.

Plus, of course, the traditional firework display from Edinburgh Castle which is a highlight of the whole celebration.

Check out www.edinburghshogmanay.com

Instead, why not pick somewhere a little different?

Head for Porto and particularly The Yeatman Hotel. If you can push the boat out book its Bacchus suite and you won’t go far wrong.

An in-room copper tub for two, a surprise treatment on arrival, a selection of appetisers from the hotel’s Michelinstarred chef, flowers, rose petals and plenty more. Plus the hotel has beautiful views over the city.

I’m a massive TV fan and would like to see where some of my favourite shows were filmed. Where would you recommend?

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It’s hard to look past New York which is virtually one big set. You can spot parts of the city in many TV series and films so frequently is it used as the setting or backdrop.

Whether you want to wander the streets picking out landmarks as they crop up is up to you, but the best way to do it is to find an organised tour that takes you to specific, show-related addresses.

There’s a full-on TV and Film tour that looks at all different shows and movies, or you can specify and just visit the locations made famous by the likes of The Sopranos, Sex and the City and even Gossip Girl.

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NEW BALLS PLEASE! While the winter weather has us in its grip, it’s not the most obvious time to be thinking about tennis.

But the worldwide tour is now a year-round caravan, pitching up in major cities and ending with the World Tour Finals in London.

Many of the biggest events are accessible from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, and here’s our selection of where to go to catch all the action.

Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, The O2, London

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Mutua Madrid Open

clay courts featuring retractable roofs.

April 29 - May 8 Spain

Last year’s men’s event was won by Andy Murray, and the women’s singles by Petra Kvitova.

The Madrid Open prides itself on having a very accessible pricing policy and has recently announced that it is to maintain its pricing from 2015 meaning tickets are available from as little as 7 euros.

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In addition, it bundles sessions of play together to create passes which give fans access to the courts on numerous occasions.

For example, five sessions from the opening four days of action can be had for just 35 euros.

Anyone attending the Caja Magica – literally the Magic Box – will be visiting probably the most modern tennis venue in the world with three

Gerry Weber Open, Halle June 11 - June 19 Germany For most of the last 12 years this tournament has been the private preserve of one Roger Federer who has won it an astonishing eight times during that period.

It is one of the key grass court tournaments in the run-up to Wimbledon and attracts many of the world’s leading stars looking to get their grass court game in shape after the rigours of the clay season.

Halle is easily accessible from Berlin being little more than an hour’s train ride away, so there’s always the possibility of basing yourself in Berlin and making a day out at the tennis in Halle one of the highlights of your stay.

Tickers are again competitively priced for each day’s play, starting at around 30 euros. www.gerryweber-open.de

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French Open, RolandGarros, Paris May 22 - June 5 France Of course, if it’s one of the tournaments that means most to the players that you want to see, then the French Open should be in your sights.

As one of the four Grand Slam tournaments it constitutes

the pinnacle of the sport, and the red clay of the RolandGarros courts provides a searching examination of a player’s technique and stamina.

Rafael Nadal’s nine wins here are a record for any player at a single Grand Slam tournament and while he may not be the unstoppable force he once was on clay, it remains his favourite surface.

Also worth a visit while you’re there is the French Tennis Federation museum on site which was opened in 2003 and which contains a fascinating permanent exhibition as well as hosting visiting collections about the game. www.rolandgarros.com

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Liverpool International June 15 - June 19 Liverpool This grass court event is a real festival of tennis right here in Liverpool, bringing not only established and rising stars of the game to the city, but also legends like former Wimbledon champions and some of the great entertainers.

The tournament action takes place in front of the pavilion at Liverpool Cricket Club, but a huge outreach programme means that tennis is promoted to young and old alike across the city.

Last year it even established a world record for the highest number of people taking part in a tennis lesson at the same time with more than 800 participating.

Now looking forward to its 15th year in 2016, it’s a real fixture in the Liverpool sporting calendar. www.liverpooltennis.co.uk

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It’s the second biggest tennis tournament in the UK after Wimbledon with more than 200,000 spectators watching last year’s competition and whichever session you buy a ticket for you are guaranteed to see one of the sport’s elite players.

After a tough year the season culminates in the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals event held at the 02 Arena in London with only the top ranked players invited.

The design of the 02 makes viewing a pleasure from wherever you have a seat, and with each session usually pretty full the 17,000 fans generate quite an atmosphere.

Points accumulated throughout the year help the players qualify for this prestigious event which is scheduled to stay in London until 2018.

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Millennium Estoril Open April 23 - May 1 Portugal A newcomer on the tennis tour scene, this tournament was created by football super-agent Jorge Mendes and former Dutch tennis player Benno Van Veggel to replace the Portugal Open which was forced to close through lack of sponsorship.

Despite last year being its first event, it still attracted a high-class draw with

France’s Richard Gasquet defeating the fiery Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final.

Such was its success that it’s back on the ATP schedule for 2016 and looking to build on its initial success.

Held at the Clube de Ténis do Estoril in Cascais, it’s a great spot for combining a tennis break with a little coastal relaxation within easy reach of the capital, Lisbon. www.millenniumestorilopen.com

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NEW YORK The Big Apple The City That Never Sleeps So good they named it twice It’s a wonderful town It can only be…

New York

New York, Central Park

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FESTIVE NEW YORK One of the most popular times to visit New York is later in the year when Christmas shopping is high on the agenda.

And while the cool and trendy boutiques have their fans, it’s the big department stores that score at this time of year with elaborate grottos and magical displays.

As well as the window dressing, the city’s street decorations

HIPSTER NEW YORK Where’s hot and where’s not can change in a season, and the last few years have seen the outer boroughs capturing the attention of coolhunters looking for alternatives to the bright lights and landmarks of Manhattan.

Currently enjoying a moment in the sun – winter weather notwithstanding – is the Bed-Stuy district of Brooklyn where Spike Lee shot his Oscar-nominated film Do The Right Thing – now commemorated with a street in its honour.

A neighbour to the ultra-hip Williamsburg, Bed-Stuy has started to go through the same process of adoption by independent bars, restaurants and retailers.

Drink at Dynaco, eat at Peaches HotHouse and shop in Bed-Stuy Fly to start to get a feel for the area.

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and gigantic tree at Rockefeller Plaza are symbols of a city that truly commits to Christmas.

As well as a shopping fix, visitors really have to see the Christmas show at Radio City Music Hall which takes over the venerable venue much in the same way that our pantomimes colonise British theatres. Don’t worry about getting a ticket – there are up to six shows a day.

SPORTING NEW YORK In the heart of Manhattan there’s only one place to go for sporting action and that’s the fabled Madison Square Garden, home of both the basketball-playing Knicks and the ice hockey team, the Rangers. The Garden bills itself as the world’s most famous arena and it’s hard to argue with that description.

As far as iconic sporting brands go then look no further and the New York Yankees baseball team who play at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. The club that hosted Babe Ruth and Joe DiMaggio has a status that transcends the sport.

Meanwhile at Citi Field in Queens, city rivals the New York Mets play their

home games after moving from Shea Stadium six years ago.

One way of seeing the five boroughs is by running the New York City Marathon which is the largest in the world. Run every November and instituted in 1970, it attracted more than 50,000 participants in 2013.

ROCK N ROLL NEW YORK There’s a fabulous day to be spent in New York seeking out the former haunts of some of the best and most influential musicians and bands of the last six decades.

The city has been the engine driving much of the music that makes up our understanding of rock n roll, from the folkie cafes of Greenwich Village to the songwriters of the Brill Building.

Whether you’re visiting Strawberry Fields area of Central Park, or looking up

the Dakota Building where John Lennon lived during his time in the city, looking for the site of CBGBs which spawned many of the great New Wave bands of the late 70s, or having your photo taken outside the apartment building used by Led Zeppelin for the cover of Physical Graffiti, there’s a music landmark around every corner.

To get fully immersed, however, visit Arlene’s Grocery on Stanton Street for the live Rock n Roll Karaoke. A weekly treat.

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GOURMET NEW YORK We could be here all day! Eating out in New York means a bewildering array of diners, restaurants, pizzerias, cafes and more – offering you the world’s cuisine on a plate, maybe in a bowl, or wrapped in a napkin.

Where you go is up to you. If you want to pick a well-known location there’s none more famous than Katz’s Delicatessen on East Houston Street, home to one of the most famous movie scenes in history from When Harry Met Sally.

Its sandwiches – particularly the Pastrami and Reuben

- need to be seen to be believed and the food is of an extremely good quality.

Should you have the budget and want a meal you’ll never forget, then the menu at Per Se (Columbus Circle) changes daily with 10 courses of tasting dishes coming in at over $300.

If you don’t mind a wait, head for The Spotted Pig (pictured) in the West Village.

This gastropub doesn’t take reservations, but it has a buzzy vibe, serves good food and there’s always a chance of some celebrity spotting.

CULTURAL NEW YORK The diversity of New York’s museum and gallery offer is the equal of any city in the world. Several hugely significant collections are housed in the city in a number of famous spaces.

The Guggenheim on Fifth Avenue is probably as well known for its Frank Lloyd Wright architecture as it is for its collection of Impressionist, post-Impressionist and modern art. The

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descending spirals of the building make it a landmark on Museum Mile.

modernism, from architecture to photography, sculpture to drawing.

A near neighbour is the Metropolitan Museum of Art which is truly staggering in scale and houses some two million exhibits.

Recently relocated to the Meatpacking District in a building designed by the acclaimed Renzo Piano, the Whitney Museum of American Art focuses on 20th and 21st Century American works including pieces

by Jasper Johns, Jackson Pollock and Edward Hopper.

In midtown you will find MoMA – the Museum of Modern Art – where you can view thousands of objects covering all aspects of

THEATRICAL NEW YORK When you think of New York’s Theatre District then the first word that comes to mind is ‘Broadway’. In fact, the stretch that makes up the heart of theatreland is just a tiny section of what is a 13 mile-long route through Manhattan and beyond.

Also known as The Great White Way from the days when electrical light was new, New York’s theatre district is

always alive with new openings, big, classic shows and the off-beat and original around the off-Broadway fringe.

It’s hard to remember a time when Phantom of the Opera wasn’t on, and other perennial big hitters include The Lion King and Wicked, but it’s always worth taking a look at an online guide before you go for a chance to catch a big name star in a short run.

RETAIL NEW YORK The phrase ‘shop til you drop’ could have been invented for New York. It is, absolutely, a shopper’s paradise.

Many of the stores are household names – the likes of Saks, Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s for instance – and they are always worth a visit, but it’s the vast range of retail available that makes shopping in New York so interesting.

The designer stores of Fifth Avenue are almost tourist attractions in themselves, but head into SoHo to find a more eclectic variety of outlets covering everything from high-end vintage to luxury chocolate.

Visit the uber-stylish Trademark at 95 Grand Street or Opening Ceremony on Howard Street where several floors are given over to international designers.

If you fancy a trip out of the city, then head to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets where you will find dozens and dozens of top brand stores just an hour away.

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The Crabbies Grand National Aintree Racecourse

Three fabulous days of racing culminating with the world’s most famous steeplechase, The Grand National itself.

Always a special occasion, for many it’s the highlight of the social calendar and a chance to dress up to the nines. Plus you have the chance to be part of one of the country’s truly iconic sporting occasions.

Tickets £26 - £145 | April 7 - April 9

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Works to know by Heart: Matisse in Focus, Tate Liverpool

Tate Liverpool presents one of the most iconic works ever made by Henri Matisse – The Snail 1953.

Due to the delicate nature of the work, this is your only opportunity to see The Snail outside of London, as this masterpiece will not tour to other venues in our lifetime.

At almost three metres square, The Snail is one of Matisse’s largest and most significant paper cut-out works. Made by cutting and tearing shapes from paper hand painted by his assistants in a range of bright colours.

Shown alongside The Snail will be additional Matisse works from Tate’s collection.

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We’ve picked out some of the best regional events over the coming weeks – everything from spectacular shows to food and drink festivals

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Disney on Ice, Liverpool Echo Arena

Events don’t come much more family-friendly than this. A Silver Anniversary celebration of some of Disney’s favourite films.

You’ll join Mickie, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and Daisy on a trip the worlds of Disney’s The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan and, of course, Frozen – now officially the most popular animated film of all time.

Tickets £18.25 - £44.50 March 16 - March 20

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Festival of Speed, The Atkinson, Southport

Southport celebrates its unique part in motor racing history with the 90th anniversary of Sir Henry Segrave’s land speed record on Southport Beach.

For the first time in 90 years, the record breaking car – Sunbeam Tiger – returns to Southport. And it is reunited with its sister car, the Cub in collaboration with the National Motor Museum Beaulieu.

A week of special events are being held to commemorate this special anniversary.

More details: www.theatkinson.co.uk March 12 - March 20

Tickets £5 per day £9 weekend U14s free April 23 - April 24

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Liverpool Food & Drink Spring Festival, Sefton Park, Liverpool

The Liverpool Food & Drink Spring Festival will celebrate the awakening of spring, with a number of themed activities such as a fresh flower fair, children’s enchanted garden, street food in the woods and grow-your-own demos.

There will also be several themed foodie zones dedicated to genres such as fresh fish, chocolate and street food, while those in search of something a little boozier will love the dedicated ‘Gin Market’.