Dreamscapes Travel & Lifestyle

DREAMSCAPES SPRING 2020 30 TRAVEL GALLERY DS I nspired by cutting-edge food halls across North America and Europe, Hargrave St. Market is the newest and most exciting addition to Winnipeg's food scene. The bright, contemporary second-floor space features the best local food and drink from well-known chefs and restaurateurs. It has also become a favourite gathering place. Start your day with coffee and pastries and end it with beer, cocktails, gourmet pizza, ramen, smoked meat and everything in between. Har- grave St. is located a few minutes' walk from Portage and Main in the new $500 million True North Square, the heart of Win- nipeg's sports, hospitality and entertainment district. Tourismwinnipeg.com TYLER WALSH/TOURISM WINNIPEG T hough Ludwig van Beethoven was born in Germany, the celebrated composer called Vienna home for more than 35 years until his death in 1827. To celebrate his 250 th birthday in 2020, visitors can take an interactive walk through Vienna led by Beethoven himself using a pair of Audio Aug- mented Reality glasses from Bose. The hi-tech sunglasses are free rentals available from the tourist office on Albertinaplatz. You can download the #RelatedToAustria app from the App Store (iOS). During the tour, the narrator gushes about his musical home, accompanies listeners to his favourite places, rides in a coach past Palais Lobkowitz where his Third Sym- phony was first performed and talks about his life and work in the Vienna Theatre. The AR walk is infused with Beethoven compositions recorded by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra. Musik2020.wien.info WIENTOURISMUS/RAINER FEHRINGER F all in love with Ireland while staying at one of a dozen romantic Blue Book hotels. In County Mayo, request the Sauna Suite at the Clare Island Lighthouse or enjoy panoramic views from the 18 th -century Ice House. The five-star Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Golf Resort balances the stunning scenery of Connemara with its proximity to lively Galway. Enjoy a picnic in the gardens of Castle Durrow, located between Dublin and Cork, or learn to cook together with a custom cooking class at famed Dunbrody House in County Wexford. At Kilkenny's lavish Mount Juliet Estate, dine in the Michelin-starred Lady Helen restaurant. Be sure to request a luxurious four-poster suite at the beautifully restored Marlfield House in County Wexford. irelands-blue-book.ie COURTESY IRELAND'S BLUE BOOK I f you're visiting Grenada, the Spice Island, consider a short trip by ferry or plane to the smaller sister island, Carriacou. For a relaxing day trip, take another 25-minute ferry to Petite Martinique, population 900. Both islands offer an authentic Caribbean escape filled with crystal clear waters, quiet beaches and a laid-back atmosphere. Carriacou is an eco-friendly paradise, famous for its boat-building culture and rich African heritage. Dotted with villas and hotels, it boasts more than 30 dive sites teeming with marine life suitable for beginners to advanced divers and snorkellers. Hike to the top of Petite Martinique's piton for picturesque views and snorkel healthy coral reefs. Grenada's sister islands also host fantastic festivals. puregrenada.com GRENADA TOURISM AUTHORITY

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