Category: Resorts

Wynn Macau’s newest and most ambitious restaurant, Golden Flower

By on Feb 21, 2010 in Asia, China, Going Out, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants   - Read 677 times

After a successful two-year search for mainland China’s best chefs, an exhaustive multi-million renovation, and months of culinary research, Wynn Macau launches Golden Flower, its most ambitious and exclusive restaurant to date. Set in an opulent and exclusive dining room, Golden Flower celebrates the life of the historic Cantonese Qing dynasty official Tan Zongjun with [...]

Historic resort on St. Simons Island, Georgia

By on Feb 16, 2010 in Accommodation, Georgia, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA   - Read 501 times

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort has been a premier destination for travellers seeking luxury and relaxation for over 75 years. On the National Register of Historic Places and a member of Historic Hotels of America, this Georgia resort is steeped in history and southern charm. And, as one of the only oceanfront [...]

Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas debuts!

Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas debuts!

By on Feb 05, 2010 in Accommodation, Bahamas, Caribbean, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel   - Read 683 times

After months of great anticipation, Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas officially opened its doors yesterday, welcoming guests to another new and exciting Luxury Included ® holiday destination. Following a soft-opening on 22nd January 2010, the resort additionally hosted more than 30 top tour operators and travel agents for a first-hand look at the newest [...]

The Cliffs Ocean Resort, Dominican Republic

The Cliffs Ocean Resort, Dominican Republic

By on Jan 29, 2010 in Accommodation, Bars, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel   - Read 820 times

Miami-based Desires Hotels has announced the latest international addition to their modern boutique collection, The Cliffs Ocean Resort, which is situated between Puerto Plata and Samana along the stunning north coast of the Dominican Republic. Opening in the Summer of 2011, room amenities will include large living areas and private terraces with unmatched views to [...]

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

By on Jan 28, 2010 in Accommodation, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Texas, Travel Miscellany, USA   - Read 196 times

The luxurious JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa has opened its doors this week. The huge 1002-room resort is the first JW Marriott resort in Texas and offers discriminating travellers an unrivalled experience of natural elegance. Set on 600 acres of rolling hills, meandering creeks and Live Oak trees, guests can relax [...]

Sleep under the stars at Makanyane Safari Lodge, South Africa

Sleep under the stars at Makanyane Safari Lodge, South Africa

By on Jan 22, 2010 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel   - Read 350 times

As the sun sets over the African bush, what could be more romantic than spending a night in a private hide-out with magnificent views and only cocktails and candlelight for company? Sleeping out under the stars, surrounded by the astounding sights and sounds of the wild, is possible at Makanyane Safari Lodge – the only [...]

Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa, Koh Samui

Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa, Koh Samui

By on Jan 21, 2010 in Accommodation, Asia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand   - Read 201 times

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced its continued global expansion with the unveiling of Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa, Koh Samui, as the brand’s seventh Thai property and their second to grace Samui’s shores. Designed in contemporary Sino-Thai style and embraced by lush tropical gardens, Anantara Lawana boasts 88 spacious rooms and 34 pool [...]

Damar Terrace, Ayana Resort and Spa Bali

Damar Terrace, Ayana Resort and Spa Bali

By on Jan 21, 2010 in Accommodation, Asia, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 175 times

Ayana Resort and Spa Bali has re-opened Damar Terrace restaurant following extensive renovations by Yasuhiro Koichi, the acclaimed Japanese designer behind the Rock Bar. Koichi, whose company Design Studio SPIN has created some of Asia’s most iconic bars and restaurants, combined comfort with modern Asian decor for relaxed all-day dining at Damar Terrace. His trademark [...]

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts turns 30

By on Jan 21, 2010 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe   - Read 116 times

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts have every reason to celebrate the new year: this is the year the Swiss hotel chain turns 30. The venture which started out in 1980 with just a few hotels has now blossomed into a distinguished, internationally renowned hotel chain with deluxe hotels in 17 countries across five continents. The company’s [...]

Ski packages at Canyon Ranch, Lenox, Massachusetts

By on Jan 06, 2010 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA   - Read 209 times

Not quite ready to get back into the daily grind? Rue La La makes planning the perfect retreat at the nation’s most coveted escape possible with affordable stays at Canyon Ranch spa resort, located in Lenox, Massachusetts. For readers who would like to get their fitness fix outdoors, the hotel’s exhilarating ski packages will be [...]

New opening: The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain

New opening: The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain

By on Dec 23, 2009 in Accommodation, Arizona, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA   - Read 162 times

Yesterday marked the highly-anticipated opening of Southern Arizona’s newest luxury property, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain. Situated northwest of Tucson, in the scenic town of Marana, the picturesque 250-room resort is spread out over 850 acres of lush Sonoran Desert in the Tortolita Foothills. The resort is offering introductory rates starting from $259.

Special feature: Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Crete

Special feature: Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Crete

By on Dec 19, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Business Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 661 times

In October we had the pleasure of staying at the  Blue Palace Resort & Spa near Elounda on the Greek island of Crete. Since we arrived quite late in the evening, it wasn’t until morning that we could appreciate the full beauty of the resort’s position with its stunning view of the island of  Spinalonga, [...]

Now open: the Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe

Now open: the Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe

By on Dec 11, 2009 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA   - Read 204 times

The snow is flying across the Sierra Nevada Mountain range and the highly anticipated Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe opened its doors this week following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Northstar-at-Tahoe received over 24 inches of snowfall at the summit in just 24 hours, setting the stage with near-perfect winter conditions for the launch. The Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake [...]

Interview with David Sutcliffe of Traveltalk

Interview with David Sutcliffe of Traveltalk

By on Dec 10, 2009 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Celebrities, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Norway, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Russia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 309 times

A ‘skateboard/punk rocker’ in his youth, David Sutcliffe is now one of three partners who run a small travel agency in Harrogate, England called Traveltalk. Specialising in luxury, tailor-made and adventure travel, Traveltalk was created 25 years ago by David’s colleague, Christine Thompson. After much hard work establishing the company in the area they developed [...]

Pampering perfection at Pezula

Pampering perfection at Pezula

By on Nov 27, 2009 in Accommodation, Africa, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 118 times

Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa is situated on the Eastern Head of Knysna in South Africa, just a short drive from George Airport and only a 40-minute flight from Cape Town. Surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests and sheltered beaches Pezula is perfect for a romantic break away for you and your loved one in [...]

Adventurous winter romance in St. Lucia

Adventurous winter romance in St. Lucia

By on Nov 24, 2009 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 174 times

When blue skies turn to grey and winter’s chill is in the air, there is no better time to add some passion to the picture, especially when you can do so in one of the world’s most spectacular locations.  The Jalousie Plantation on the scenic west coast of the Eastern Caribbean Island of St Lucia [...]

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