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In Pictures: Dodgeball Winter Rally Launch at The May Fair Hotel

Some of the world’s finest cars were on display outside The May Fair hotel this morning at the launch of the Dodgeball Winter Rally, an invitation-only supercar rally.

The cars, including a McLaren MP4-12C and Ferrari 458, were taking a quick pit stop in their London starting location before heading off on a road trip around Europe. The luxury rally finishes in Verbier, Switzerland.

 

London Hotel News: New Tune Hotel, A Giant Gingerbread House and New Build at Heathrow

This week, news of the first new hotel opening of 2012; a new Heathrow Airport hotel; and festive fun at London hotels

New Hotel Openings in London

Visiting London on a budget? You’ll be pleased to hear that Tune Hotels is opening a second London property next year. The budget airline-style pricing has already proved popular at the Westminster property, where you pay for the room only and are charged for any extras, including towels, toiletries and breakfast. The new Tune Hotel in Liverpool Street is due to open on 4 January.

Another new hotel on the horizon, this time, near Heathrow Airport. Planning permission has been granted for a 583-bedroom, six-storey hotel opposite Hatton Cross station. The new-build is expected take around 18 months to complete.

Christmas Hotel Cheer!

London’s ho-ho-hotels are getting into the festive spirit. Here’s a few of our favourites:

  • Giant gingerbread house at The Langham: You can look but don’t touch The Langham’s giant gingerbread house, on display at the entrance to Palm Court – best viewed while enjoying the hotel’s Wonderland Afternoon Tea
  • Christmas carols at The May Fair: Head to The May Fair tonight for soulful performances by Hot Butter Soul Collective with 20 minute sets between 5pm and 7.40pm
  • Festive films at W London: The W London is screening Christmas classics throughout December. Book a lunch or afternoon tea there to claim your tickets

Vote For Your Favourite High Street Fashion Retailer

High Street Fashion Week kicks off next week, with special events, new collections and a big celebration of high street fashion.

Vote now for your high street favourite and you could win an exclusive invite to The Glammy Awards hosted by T4′s Jameela Jamil at The May Fair Hotel.

Award categories include Best Autumn/Winter Look, Dream Dressing Room and Powder Window (best window display.) Nominated retailers include Next, BHS, Selfridges and People Tree.

Voting closes on 3 September 2010.

High Street Fashion Week 6-10 Sep 2010