The change of season brings a host of new delights for you to enjoy. Experience our new Rivoli Bar programme to celebrate the bar's 10th anniversary next month, celebrate Thanksgiving with a memorable stay with us on our Stars and Stripes programme, or take your seats to watch The Lady Killers at the Gielgud Theatre after dining with us.

We look forward to Christmas, which is approaching fast, so why not plan to celebrate at The Ritz this year or give a special Ritz Gift to a loved one? We have a magical Festive season planned and are pleased to present our programme of events to you!

Every major city in the world has an iconic hotel. These include among others, The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Beverly Hills Hotel, Hotel des Bergues, Geneva, and of course, The Ritz in London. Being iconic usually means they have been around for a long time. While that doesn't always mean they are any good, all of the properties mentioned have been meticulously cared for over the years, and offer experiences that are second to none in all of the cities in which they are located. The Ritz was built in 1905 in the style of a French chateau, and César Ritz made sure that his London property offered the most up to date features including bathrooms for every guestroom, double glazing, and a sophisticated ventilation system!

After the fabulous Christmas decorations, The Ritz starts with a whole host of new programmes and unique experiences for you. In The Ritz Restaurant, sample our Chef's delights with a selection of dishes using black truffle or you can dine with us before visiting the Royal Albert Hall to see the world famous Madam Butterfly.

We also look forward to the romance of St Valentine's Day and have a delightful Suite Dreams programme to tempt you into staying with us; we promise that if you do, you will have a magical and memorable experience!

The Ritz has altered its dress code of 100 years to allow guests to wear jeans. But only to breakfast, mind, in the hope that the hotel will "see more bookings", a spokesperson explained. This is the latest proof that when it comes to hotels, all the innovation is taking place around the breakfast table. Until recently the choice was simple: full English or continental. But the first meal of the day has taken centre stage. "Breakfast used to be eggs done three ways. But lately there's been a shift towards more interesting ingredients," says Guy Dimond, food and drink editor at Time Out.

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