Category: Regions

More travel goodies in the Oscars swagbag

More travel goodies in the Oscars swagbag

By on Mar 05, 2006 in Accessories, Accommodation, California, Celebrities, Hotels, Illinois, North America, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany, USA   - Read 119 times

I blogged yesterday on the contents of this evening’s Oscars swagbag,  given to presenters at this year’s Academy Awards ceremony. In addition to the travel goodies already mentioned, I’ve since discovered there’s more, including a $1,495 leather-trimmed cashmere travel blanket from Frette, the famous Italian linen house, $1,500 exclusive dinner party in Morton’s Private Boardroom [...]

Swag bags for Oscar nominees

Swag bags for Oscar nominees

By on Mar 04, 2006 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Hawaii, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA   - Read 137 times

Celebrities at events like the Oscars and Golden Globes are traditionally given a goody bag with all manner of lavish gifts from companies eager to have the big names use their products.   This year’s Oscars will be no exception.   Presenters such as George Clooney, Clint Eastwood, Meryl Streep  and Nicole Kidman  will receive [...]

La Serrania, Mallorca

La Serrania, Mallorca

By on Mar 04, 2006 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Europe, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 105 times

This beautiful, minimalist property is situated near Pollensa on the island of Mallorca, Spain. Downstairs in the main house there’s an open-plan living and dining room and upstairs four en suite bedrooms. With a further four bedrooms in the annexe, a total of 16 people can be accommodated at any one time. Cost is in [...]

Another fun HSBC ad

Another fun HSBC ad

By on Mar 04, 2006 in Asia, China, Europe, Fun Stuff, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 133 times

Here’s the low-down. The English believe it’s a slur on your host’s food if you don’t clear your plate… whereas the Chinese feel you’re questioning their generosity if you do  (3MB download).   At HSBC they never underestimate the importance of local knowledge…   I wish they did more of these ads; it’s a great [...]

Quintessentially Norwegian

Quintessentially Norwegian

By on Mar 04, 2006 in Clubs, Europe, Going Out, Norway, Regions, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 132 times

Whether you travel for business or pleasure, Quintessentially has secured some of the best rates for the finest hotels and travel organisations around the world. In many hotels you receive an automatic upgrade, late checkout or even exclusive gift, treatment or excursion. This private members’ club and concierge service was launched in Oslo last month, [...]

La Maison Rorqual, Corsica

La Maison Rorqual, Corsica

By on Mar 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Europe, France, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 95 times

Close to the beaches of Saint Florent in Corsica, La Maison Rorqual is a special find. There are five luxurious rooms here and a superb infinity swimming pool. The property can be rented as a whole or rooms can be rented individually. The bedrooms are typically Corsican, complete with wrought-iron beds and driftwood showers. While [...]

Chicken off the menu in some of Karachi’s five star hotels?

Chicken off the menu in some of Karachi’s five star hotels?

By on Mar 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Health & Safety, Hotels, Pakistan, Regions, Travel Miscellany   - Read 127 times

Amid mounting fears following a report of outbreak of bird flu virus in Pakistan, some five star hotels in Karachi are taking time out to re-assess the situation. Hotel Pearl Continental  has brought the purchase of chickens to a halt and put  the task in  the hands of the hotel’s veterinary doctors. Marriott Hotel Karachi [...]

Ritz-Carlton residential tower in Chicago

Ritz-Carlton residential tower in Chicago

By on Mar 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Illinois, North America, Real Estate, Regions, USA   - Read 70 times

Chicago-based Prism Development Company will construct a 40-story, 360,000-square-foot, Ritz-Carlton-managed residential tower on a prime site in Chicago, at North Michigan Avenue and Erie Street in the heart of the ‘Magnificent Mile’. The site was previously occupied by The Terra Museum of American Art which closed in October 2004. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, Magnificent Mile [...]

It’s a dog’s life

It’s a dog’s life

By on Mar 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Fun Stuff, Hotels, India, Regions, Travel Miscellany   - Read 189 times

A couple of days ago I blogged about how President Bush’s visit to New Delhi was resulting in 100% occupancy for all of the city’s five star hotels.  Today I learned more about what a Presidential visit entails and discovered that, according to the Indian media, 17 dogs belonging to  the K-9 squad of the [...]

Special feature: Barton Grange Hotel, UK

Special feature: Barton Grange Hotel, UK

By on Mar 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Features, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 82 times

I  stayed at  Barton Grange Hotel at the weekend, arguably the best hotel in Preston, Lancashire (UK). Easily accessible from Junction 32 of the M6 motorway, the hotel is just 2 miles from the junction, in the direction of Garstang. It’s an easy place to while away the weekend with ample facilities, good food and, [...]

What’s next for Dubai?

What’s next for Dubai?

By on Mar 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates   - Read 116 times

It seems Dubai has gone from strength to strength in recent years and Mobissimo Blog has a good summary of why  this lavish location  currently offers the best of the best when it comes to luxury travel. Let’s take a quick look: the world’s only 7-star (yes, S-E-V-E-N star!) hotel,  Jumeirah’s Burj Al Arab, complete [...]

New Orleans’ W Hotels restored in time for Mardi Gras

New Orleans’ W Hotels restored in time for Mardi Gras

By on Mar 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Louisiana, North America, Regions, USA   - Read 83 times

I understand from my good friends at Five Star Alliance that both W Hotels in New Orleans re-opened recently, just in time for Mardi Gras. Both had been shuttered in the wake of Hurricane Katrina following substantial wind and water damage. W New Orleans – French Quarter and W New Orleans have both been restored [...]

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Oahu

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Oahu

By on Mar 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA   - Read 61 times

Kahala Mandarin Oriental – the only AAA Five Diamond resort in Oahu -officially  changed its name to The Kahala Hotel & Resort yesterday. Kahala Hotel Investors LLC have unveiled that the now independent 364-room property will now be managed by Landmark Hotels. The Kahala is one of only four AAA Five-Diamond properties in the State [...]

Shame on you, Hotel ZaZa!

By on Mar 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, North America, Regions, Texas, USA   - Read 52 times

I don’t know about you, but it really grates with me when I get speculative junk in my inbox.   And yet unfortunately it seems one or two corners of the luxury hotel sector feel it’s the way to go. Today,  on my work email address, are some apparently “exclusive specials” courtesy of Hotel Zaza [...]

Lazy Daze Package with Stamford Plaza Melbourne

Lazy Daze Package with Stamford Plaza Melbourne

By on Mar 01, 2006 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 134 times

Need to escape after a long hot Australian summer?  Why not enjoy a relaxing autumn escape at Stamford Plaza Melbourne? Their Lazy Daze Package includes a three course candlelit dinner served in your room by your personal chef with theatrical flair, two Stamford house-coats personally embroidered with your names, an in-room 30 minute massage for [...]

Bush at Maurya Sheraton Hotel, New Delhi

Bush at Maurya Sheraton Hotel, New Delhi

By on Mar 01, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Celebrities, Hotels, India, Regions, Travel Miscellany   - Read 91 times

Courtesy of  my friends at TravelPost I understand President George Bush will be spending tonight at the ITC Maurya Sheraton & Towers in New Delhi on his maiden visit to India. His entourage are taking over the entire hotel.   Le Meridien New Delhi is also seeing 100% occupancy with 87 of its 358 rooms [...]

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