TRAVEL NOTES
Bag a bargain trip to the Emerald Isle
Bag a bargain trip to Ireland with a winter sale from Aer Lingus, which is offering flights to the Emerald Isle from just £19.99. For those heading further afield, you can fly to the States from as little as £199. The sale covers flights running from now until the 29 March. Book by 16 January. For more information, visit www.aerlingus.com
Georgio Armani expands hotel business in Milan
The Presidential Suite – room 613 – of the new Armani Hotel in Milan costs €10,000 per night, but if you’ve got the dosh it’s worth it for its sweeping views and sublime elegance. The second hotel from the fashion designer may occupy a fascist-style building, designed in 1937, but inside it’s all sleek, warm luxury. www.armanihotels.com
New kids menu at Residence Mauritius spa
The Residence Mauritius has upped the ante where the kiddies are concerned. Following a €700,000 injection, the spa now offers luxury body massages, Haute Beauté facials using luxury French spa brand Carita, mini-manicures, pedicures, hair braiding and personal training sessions for children up to the age of 15. www.theresidence.com