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VISITING THE DALÍ TRIANGLE

How about immersing yourself in a Dalí Experience this autumn lodging at the Hotel Castell d’Empordà (the castle of Dalí’s dreams), and discovering the famous route of the Dalinian

Triangle? The Hotel Castell d’Empordà is offering the perfect getaway, combining art, culture, nature, history and gastronomy, in a territory of just 40km2. You can visit Cadaqués-Portlligat, his birthplace and home of the Dalí Theatre-Museum at Figueres, and Púbol. i www.hotelcastellemporda.com

MARBELLA PLAZA SHOPPING

COMPLEX British developers Citygrove and Burlington will initially invest €100M in the Marbella Plaza shopping complex which will be a focal point for top international brands. A plot of more than 30,000 square metres located between Marbella’s bull ring and the AP-7 Autopista will be carefully developed, with completion expected late 2023. The project will further enhance Marbella’s reputation as a centre for commercial dynamism. i www.citygrove.com

A CHORUS LINE IN MADRID Antonio Banderas and John Breglio are delighted to announce that Manuel Bandera will star in A Chorus Line, the famous Broadway musical which will premiere on October 8 at the Teatro Calderón in Madrid. Directed by Baayork Lee and Antonio Banderas, Manuel Bandera, who has a distinguished musical theatrical career, will give life to Zach, a Broadway choreographer in search of the best dancers for his new show. i www.teatrodelsoho.com

MÁLAGA AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM

Málaga’s Classic Car Museum, which recently celebrated its 11th anniversary, has launched a new initiative directed to the Chinese market, combining classic vehicles with fashion, with outstanding examples of Rolls-Royce, Cadillac, Aston Martin, and Ferrari among many other famous marques being presented alongside fashion collections from Dior, Lanvin, Luis Viutton, Valentino, Alexander McQueen, and more. i www.museoautomovilmalaga.com

PAN PACIFIC LONDON

Located in Liverpool Street at the heart of the city, Pan Pacific has launched its first property in Europe with 237 guest rooms and suites. The hotel, its accommodations, event spaces and public areas have been created by esteemed design duo, Yabu Pushelberg. Gourmets will meet their match with five venues incorporating unique elements of the flavour, diversity and elegance of modern Singapore. i www.

panpacific.com

PAMELA ANDERSON – ANTARCTICA2020

Actress and activist Pamela Anderson has joined the group Antactica2020, an initiative dedicated to ensuring greater protection of the waters around Antarctica. The group, which comprises many leaders from the worlds of politics, business, the media, science and exploration, is using its influence and contacts to convey the plight of the Southern Ocean of Antarctica, which is reaching a critical point due to the climate crisis. i www.antarctica2020.org

STRADIVARIUS MEETS ART

Stradivarius has made its online platforms and stores available for emerging young artists around the world for the project Stradivarius Meets Art, being launched at the Fundació Miro in Barcelona with an event which can be followed live on the brand’s Instagram. Contemporary Cuban artist, Rachel Valdes is the ambassador for the initiative and will act as a curator in the selection of talented participants. i www.stradivarius.com

JARDÍN CERVEZAS ALHAMBRA IS BACK

The Jardín Cervezas Alhambra continues this month until October 17 with a full programme of activities. Located at the Museo del Ferrocarril in Madrid, the renowned meeting point has returned with numerous experiences comprising gastronomy, music, art and culture – in combination of course, with Alhambra Beers, and including paired tastings guided by beer sommeliers from Cervezas Alhambra. i www.cervezasalhambra.com/es

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