EXPERIENCES OVER £500

If you fancy yourself a bit of a kitchen whizz and are looking to take your talents to the next level, why not try your hand at an introduction to professional chef training.

Tour Rioja's most impressive wineries, and stay three nights in Haro, the medieval capital.

Immerse in the sensory world of pastry with its glorious plethora of smells and tastes and learn all the rules, techniques and top tips from the professionals at Chef Academy London.

Head to the Himalayas for a meditative 5 day retreat at Conde Nast Traveller's 'Best Spa in the World', Ananda in the Himalayas.

From volcanic peaks to tranquil lagoons, Bora Bora defines romantic escapism; attracting celebrities, newlyweds and adventurers for decades.

Discover the coastal beauty of South Africa with this 6-day, 5-night tour of Cape Town and Kariega Game Reserve.

Follow in the footsteps of History Channel on a small island at the end of the earth, which holds some of the world's most unexplained mysteries and treasures.

A once in the lifetime opportunity for a Manchester City football fan to take centre stage and be part of the game as you walk onto the pitch, in front of 55,000 fans and present the official match ball to the Captains at The Etihad Stadium.

Pierre Hermé is one of the world's most recognisable names in macarons.