Luxe Beat Magazine JANUARY 2015 | Page 27

Travel fashion accessories, whisky and food items (all terminals) World of Whiskies: some of the finest whiskies from around the world (Terminals 3, 4 and 5) For Fun, Relaxation & Pampering During your LHR layover, be sure to explore the new T2: The Queen’s Terminal, if time permits. One of the centerpieces of this amazing new terminal is the Slipstream by renowned British artist Richard Wilson. This “near-abstract” sculpture is inspired by vapor trails left by planes. Wilson created the massive sculpture—the longest permanent sculpture in Europe— to welcome visitors to Terminal 2. His silver work of art is 230 feet long and weighs 85 tons (77 metric tons)—which can be a bit intimidating when it is suspended overhead. Even if you don’t have time to exit security at T2, you can see the s culpture from above, as you make your way through international arrivals. ne of the uni ue things offered at LHR is a selection of beauty services. Between 6 am and 9:30 pm daily, you can enjoy more than 100 free treatments at shops throughout each terminal. For example, you can receive a skincare consultation or learn to apply eyeshadow in a 10-minute session at Dior, enjoy a quick shoulder massage at Cocoon Beauty Sanctuary or receive a complete makeover in a 20-minute complimentary session at World Duty Free’s Yves Saint Laurent counter. Services can be explored online before you leave home at www.heathrowairport.com/ shop,-eat,-relax-and-enjoy/ relax-and-enjoy/indulge or ask at any of the beauty or salons at the airport. There are also a few places where you can book a massage to help relieve the stress of traveling. Here are the options at LHR: Salvatore Ferragamo: Italian designer offering fine leather goods, shoes and accessories (Terminal 4) Smythson: world’s foremost stationer that was established on London’s Bond Street in 1887. Diaries, leather books, journals (Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5) Thomas Pink: Britain’s leading No 1 Traveller Lounge & Spa: You can head to the lounge in T3 and opt for a massage or other treatment. The Core Revival Package is available for £65 ($102) that includes a 60-minute massage. You can also opt for a 25-minute massage, manicure or pedicure. Additional time in the lounge is available to those booking spa treatments for £10 ($15.75) per hour. luxury shirtmaker, where you pick made-to-order or ready-to-wear designs for men’s shirts, along with ties and cu inks erminals , , and 5) Tiffany & Co: fine jewelry and accessories (Terminals 3 and 5) World Duty Free: the ultimate duty free shop, with beauty items, liquor, Be Relax Classic: This massage center located in offers a range 27 of quick services, from seated massages to manicures, oxygen therapy and aromatherapy. Be Relax Spa: Located in T5, this spa offers the same services, along with some enhancements, in T5. Want to just sit and watch the runway between ights ere are some of the best spots at London Heathrow to watch the planes: Terminal 1: Tin Goose Pubestaurant, aff ero coffee bar and osta offee near ate Terminal 3: The No 1 Traveller Lounge Terminal 4: osta offee and most seating areas at the gates Terminal 5: ust about everywhere offers great views, but you can get amazing views at Gordon Ramsay Plane Food Another great feature at London Heathrow is its concierge service. Above, you learned that Virgin tlantic and elta offer concierge service to those ying first class on their airlines. owever, L offers a fee-based concierge service that is available no matter which airline you y. he concierge will wait for you at your arrival gate, escort you through Border Control, assist with collecting your luggage and escort you to your local transportation, a hotel or your connecting ight. If you are returning to the airport after a visit to London, the concierge will meet you at the curb, assist with your baggage, escort you through security and to the VIP lounge or your gate. To arrange for the LHR concierge service, email [email protected]. Rest Your Head Most airports have a plethora of hotels nearby, but international travelers often find themselves needing somewhere to rest between ights, whether it s overnight or simply for a few hours. There are several places now available at L that offer either overnight stays or rooms if you need to refresh for a few hours, all without leaving the terminals. No 1 Traveller Bedrooms: While most people head to the No 1 Traveller Lounge in Terminal 3 for a few hours, there are also rooms available if you need a few hours sleep. You can rent either a twin or single room from 6 am to 10:30 pm, although you can’t use the rooms overnight. single offers one single bed with duvet and soft pillow. Ensuite bedrooms includes a power shower, toilet, shaver point,