Uganda has just two truly five star properties, the Kampala Sheraton Hotel and the soon-to-be-opened Kampala Serena Hotel, but you wouldn’t necessarily know it. Until now, five star ratings have been self-allocated rather than state-decreed. All this looks set to change, however, as the Ugandan Ministry of Tourism looks set to present a bill [...]
Construction of the new Hibiscus Hotel is starting in Nakasero in Uganda. The 5-star hotel occupies the former site of the Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (formerly Uganda Television). Controversy surrounds the development, however, with concerns as to whether UBS will be able to continue transmitting from their new location, and with some parishioners from the nearby [...]
The excellent Luxist blog has run a feature entitled “Top Ten Summer Resorts” in preparation for the forthcoming summer and have given us their pick of the best: 1. Soneva Gili, Maldives 2. North Island, Seychelles 3. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan 4. Kasbah Tamadot, Morocco 5. Ashford Castle, Ireland 6. King Pacific Lodge, [...]
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have apparently taken over the Burning Shore Beach Lodge just south of Swakopmund, Namibia, for two months. The property has 7 luxury rooms and 5 luxury suites. Tall green sunshades have been erected around the accommodation to guard against paparazzi, but now they don’t get a clear view of [...]
East India Hotels (EIH), which runs the Oberoi chain of hotels, will open new hotels in South Africa, West Asia and Seychelles in the next three to four years. The group has no plans of entering the budget hotel segment. “Our interest lies purely in luxury and five star hotels and apartments,” said Arjun Oberoi, [...]
Blog reader Mitch – who I know from the Aardvark Travel Forums – has kindly brought it to my attention that Chongwe River House opened last month for a press trip and should now be open to the public. The property can accommodate up to 8 people in four large en suite bedrooms. The design [...]
Virgin’s Sir Richard Branson has created a wonderful retreat in the foothills of Morocco’s Atlas mountains. Kasbah Tamadot is the newest addition to the Virgin Limited Edition portfolio, emerging as a divine hideaway where the spirit and charm of traditional Moroccan design is beautifully infused with contemporary elements, creating an ambience of luxurious serenity [...]
The perfect seting for a relaxing holiday, the luxurious Hasdrubal Thalassa is located in the resort of Yasmine Hammamet, just moments away from two outstanding golf courses. This exclusive destination faces a pristine Mediterranean beach for the ultimate in fun, relaxation and spectacular views. A state-of-the-art thalassotherapy center allows guets to unwind after enjoying the [...]
Hilton have opened a new resort on the island of Mahe in the Seychelles - the Northolme Resort & Spa. Formerly the Hilton Seychelles, it is now jointly managed by Hilton and the Crowne Company. It has 40 villas, each with king size beds, rainfall showers and spa baths. There’s also two restaurants on site [...]
The Grand Roche Hotel in Paarl, South Africa, has designed a gourmet package for a special rate of just R2860 per person. Now you can escape from your daily business and surprise your family by spending wonderful culinary days in the sunny Winelands. The package includes two nights in a luxury suite, a South African [...]
The gentle elegance of a luxurious small hotel, combined with the allure of one of the world’s most beautiful cities, provides a unique experience of hospitality at Cape Grace. This impressive hotel has 122 guest rooms, an interestingly named one.waterfront restaurant and a spa, not to mention the popular Bascule Whisky Bar.
This malaria-free lodge is set in Big 5 game country in the 75,000-hectare Madikwe Game Reserve. Designed for the discerning traveller, Mateya Safari Lodge offers a graceful fusion of relaxed comfort in a beautiful setting. The lodge caters for a maximum of ten guests and, in so doing, assures guests of exclusivity, privacy and [...]
From last Sunday’s Observer newspaper: The Shangri-La hotel and resort chain claims to have now opened its first six-star hotel, the Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa in Muscat. The One&Only Le Touessrok in Mauritius made the same claim when it reopened after a £32m renovation in 2002, while the Burj Al Arab in Dubai [...]
Opened in December 2000, Anjajavy l’Hôtel is so remote that it enjoys its own timezone! Located in an inaccessible fishing village on a peninsula on the western coast of Madagascar 120 kms north of Majunga, Anjajavy is a true paradise in an exceptional location. It is set in a private reserve of baobab trees, deciduous [...]
Tanda Tula is a luxurious, East African style tented camp, located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park. It offers the epitome of luxury and seclusion. A true bush experience is complemented by excellent service and expert staff offering a range of activities from bush walks to private [...]
Just 20 minutes from Cape Town, marvel at spectactular views of the Constantia Valley from this fabulous hotel. Constantia Uitsig is set among the vineyards of its own private wine estate and has 16 luxurious garden rooms, each offering peace and privacy. Also on-site is an award-winning restaurant with its own distinctive and [...]
