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Little Good Harbour, Barbados

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Barbados, Caribbean, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals

One of the last family-run oceanfront hotels on the fashionable west coast of Barbados, Little Good Harbour is located in a tranquil fishing village just north of Port St. Charles. The accommodation consists of a cluster of luxury cottages, nestled around a central swimming pool and lush tropical gardens. This charming island hideaway is home […]

Le Franschhoek, Western Cape

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa

One of the Western Cape’s latest luxury boutique hotels, Le Franschhoek has 63 rooms, and its own Camelot Spa and Le Verger restaurant. Capturing the essence of four star luxury, this impeccably appointed hotel offers unparalleled views of the spectacular Franschhoek Mountains. It is easily accessible, being just 50 kms from Cape Town International […]

Dining at the Romantik Hotel Tennerhof

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

Adored by everyone, the elegant restaurant at the Romantik Hotel Tennerhof at Kitzbühel is under the direction of chef Thomas Ritzer, one of the best in Austria. Ritzer’s cuisine is based on classic Austrian cooking with a light Mediterranean-Asian accent. Menu includes a Brennessel (nettle) cream soup with sheep-cheese croutons, duck-liver tart with caramelized red-wine […]

Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, United Arab Emirates, Vacation Rentals

Al Raha Beach Hotel – developed by the Abu Dhabi based Aldar Properties – in the outskirts of Abu Dhabi on the Dubai highway will not only be a landmark for the capital of UAE but also Dubai, the real estate hub of UAE. The hotel was opened last month with 110 rooms and 24 […]

Wildly romantic at Bushmans Kloof

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany

Escape with your partner for a romantic 2 night getaway to the most heavenly and romantic hideaway of Bushmans Kloof, nestled and secluded in the heart of the Cederberg Mountains. Bushmans Kloof is a privately owned wilderness reserve and is world renowned for its 130 rock art sites. In recognition of its rich cultural, […]

Luxury hotels in Tokyo

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Japan, Regions

The “Big Three” in Tokyo (the Imperial Hotel, Hotel New Otani and Hotel Okura) are facing increasing competition. Last summer, Hilton’s Conrad Hotel brand introduce Conrad Tokyo to the newly developed Shiodome business district in Minato Ward. This was followed by Mandarin Oriental’s Tokyo hotel in Nihonbashi (in Chuo Ward). The spring and summer […]

Washington DC’s most expensive hotel

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA, Washington DC

Just months after the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown snagged its coveted fifth Mobil star, the hotel known for hosting many a celebrity, is for sale at nearly $170 million. That’s the highest price tag ever for a Washington DC hotel and equates to approximately $800,000 per room. The hotel is currently owned by New […]

Ballantyne Resort partners with Foreign Cars Italia

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA

Ballantyne Resort in Charlotte, NC has forged an exclusive partnership with Foreign Cars Italia to offer a Speed and Luxury Package. Within the package, guests will be chauffeured around throughout their stay in a Maserati Quattroporte, one of Italy’s most powerful exports. After cruising around town in a gorgeous car, guests will enjoy the elegant […]

Special offer at The Legian, Bali

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany

The Legian is set in lush tropical gardens in front of fashionable Seminyak Beach, Indonesia, offering extraordinary views of the Indian Ocean. Each suite is adorned with rich woods and marble and features modern amenities that redefine luxurious resort living. All suites are equipped with the latest Bose hi-fi system and Apple iPods. Book a […]

Libya’s first and only five star hotel

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Libya, Regions

In a city that is prone to awarding itself top achievement for what is often, by western standards, not of the very highest quality, Libya’s first and only five star hotel doesn’t disappoint. The Corinthia Bab Africa Hotel is a stunning twin-tower property in the heart of Tripoli’s business district, 5 minutes from Green Square. […]

Starwood completes Le Méridien acquisition

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Worldwide

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has acquired the Le Méridien brand and the related management and franchise business for the portfolio of 130 hotels and resorts globally for approximately $225 million, roughly equal to the amount of Starwood’s current investment, including accrued interest, in the debt of Le Méridien. This acquisition will significantly increase the […]

Grand gaffe

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

It’s been reported that managers at one of Britain’s most luxurious coastal hotels – the Grand Hotel in Brighton – have confessed that credit card numbers, signatures and addresses of thousands of guests had been thrown into a dumpster and left on a public street. Registration cards listing sensitive financial details of visitors to the […]

Fijian island resorts

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Fiji, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Resorts

Five-star hotel, Vomo Island Resort, was relaunched under the Sofitel brand last year following a full refurbishment of its exclusive 29 beachside bures and resort facilities. Vomo is renowned for its world-class dining, luxury accommodation and charming Fijian culture. Fiji fanatics should also take a look at the new five-star Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa […]

New Campbell Gray hotel

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions

The developers of Oman’s visionary Blue City complex have announced the signing of a deal to bring to the project one of the world’s finest luxury boutique hotels. This will be designed, equipped and managed by world-famous hotelier Gordon Campbell Gray. Gordon Campbell Gray shot to fame in 1998 when he opened a luxurious London […]

Harbor Court hotel goes InterContinental

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Maryland, North America, Regions, USA

It has emerged that Baltimore’s luxury Harbor Court hotel will take on the prestigious InterContinental brand after the acquisition of the complex by Hospitality Properties Trust, a Massachusetts real estate trust, for $78 million. HPT has agreed to invest up to $2.3 million over the next two years in connection with the rebranding of the […]

Best Hotel in Sydney

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Oceania, Regions

For the second consecutive year Four Seasons Hotel Sydney has been named the Best Hotel in Sydney by the Travel + Leisure 500. A prestigious list, the T+L 500 is a compendium of the greatest hotels around the globe, as chosen by Travel + Leisure readers in the annual World’s Best Awards survey.

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