Category: Real Estate

A new St. Regis hotel in Bermuda

By on Jul 18, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Bermuda, Caribbean, Going Out, Hotels, Real Estate, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. plans to open a new St. Regis hotel in Bermuda, marking a debut  for the St Regis brand on the exclusive island. Scheduled to open in 2013, The St. Regis Bermuda and The Residences at The St. Regis Bermuda will be located in the heart of downtown Hamilton, Bermuda’s […]

Environmental guidelines from Luxury Properties Europe

By on Jun 04, 2009 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Greece, Italy, Real Estate, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

To commemorate  World Environmental Day, on 5th June 2009, Luxury Properties Europe – a specialist in both sales and long and short-term rentals – is launching environmental guidelines to stimulate their worldwide clientele’s awareness. In each and every  one of their  properties located in France, Italy, Switzerland or Greece, there is an Environmental Guide with […]

A new way to enjoy your vacations: The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club

A new way to enjoy your vacations: The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club

By on May 03, 2009 in Accommodation, Real Estate

After 80 years and more than 70 hotels providing legendary service, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has raised the bar again with the unveiling of a new way to enjoy an inspiring vacation lifestyle: The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club. An evolution of The Ritz-Carlton Club, this equity-based private membership program offers two choices – either a […]

A myriad of options from Raffles Taghazout

A myriad of options from Raffles Taghazout

By on May 02, 2009 in Accommodation, Africa, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Traditional Moroccan architectural style and sophisticated contemporary design will merge seamlessly at the new Raffles Taghazout.   The resort,  just 40 minutes from Agadir International Airport,  will reflect the rich culture, heritage and artistry of Morocco as well as the ambience of cultured luxury that distinguishes Raffles hotels and resorts around the globe. Superbly located […]

New Fairmont development in Canada

By on Mar 11, 2009 in Accommodation, Canada, Hotels, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts

The Fairmont Pacific Rim is scheduled to open in 2010 and is in Coal Harbour, boarded by Gastown on the east, the financial district on the south and the Burrard Inlet to the north. The hotel will include 415 rooms and 200 residential condos with an unrivalled location adjacent to the Vancouver Conference Centre expansion.

Coming soon: a new Raffles resort in Bali

By on Jan 09, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts

Located along the scenic Jimbaran coast, Raffles Resort Amartha will feature a resort comprising approximately 85 villas and 25 Raffles Residences for private ownership. Occupying a sprawling 11 hectares, Raffles Resort Amartha is built to resemble a Water Palace, with inspiration drawn from classical Javanese-Hindu architecture and style, characterised by open spaces, water features and […]

Raffles Resort Marrakech, Morocco

By on Jan 02, 2009 in Accommodation, Africa, Going Out, Morocco, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Raffles Resort Marrakech will comprise 150 luxurious rooms and suites, and 36 luxury villas. In addition,  the resort  will offer three exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art conference and meeting facilities, and the signature RafflesAmrita Spa. The resort will enjoy an exceptional location, just one kilometre away from the old city of Medina, well-known for its ancient […]

JW Marriott Residences Loreto, Baja

By on Dec 06, 2008 in Accommodation, Mexico, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Travel Miscellany, Videos

JW Marriott Residences Loreto is a remarkable collection of 201 luxury, whole-ownership, beachfront condominium homes that offer the best of two worlds; the warm hospitality, fascinating culture and rich heritage of old world Mexico, but with the unsurpassed elegance and refinement of today’s modern world. Watch the video to learn more.  

Luxury travel links of the week

Luxury travel links of the week

By on Nov 30, 2008 in Accessories, Accommodation, Caribbean, Hotels, Mexico, New York, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, USA, Websites

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Beautiful by nature: the Turks & Caicos Islands A new Mexican resort and residences: Nizuc Passionately designed jewellery from Loree Rodkin Designed for New York’s long term visitor: Bristol Plaza

Your personal space just got more personal and a lot more spacious

Your personal space just got more personal and a lot more spacious

By on Nov 23, 2008 in Accommodation, Hawaii, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, USA

In a world where your personal space is only getting smaller, it’s nice to know there’s a place where your world will only get bigger. Ke Kailani‘s exclusive 65-acres on Hawaii’s Big Island provide the perfect setting for their airy and luxurious villas, as well as some of the last remaining oceanfront home sites on […]

Luxury travel links of the week

Luxury travel links of the week

By on Nov 16, 2008 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, Georgia, Going Out, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Websites

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Luxury hits the beach at sunny.org The dazzling Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Luxury motor yachts from Ferretti Yachts Luxury for the select view, from Seaside Properties Group

The Mansfield Inn at Stowe

By on Oct 16, 2008 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont

RockResorts International, LLC is going to expand its luxury property collection to the heart of the Northeast with the addition of The Mansfield Inn at Stowe. Nestled in the woods of Stowe, The Mansfield Inn at Stowe will have a number of residences to be sold to third party purchasers.   The property will also […]

Abama Luxury Residences, Tenerife

By on Sep 25, 2008 in Accommodation, Europe, Real Estate, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Western Europe

See these delightful apartments and penthouses  in Tenerife, courtesy of  Abama Luxury Residences. Prices start from €635,000.

New York rooftops

New York rooftops

By on Aug 25, 2008 in Accommodation, New York, North America, Real Estate, Regions, USA

Land is such a premium in certain parts of the world, and New York City is no exception so I found it this Flickr collection of rooftops of the rich and famous in NYC quite interesting.   Some show a suprising amount of green space, whilst others exhibit contemporary designs. Have a browse and see […]

The world's most expensive house is on the Côte d'Azur

The world’s most expensive house is on the Côte d’Azur

By on Aug 20, 2008 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Real Estate, Western Europe

If you are looking for a holiday home on the French Riviera, the stock of available properties just got smaller. With grounds so grand that it takes a reputed 50 gardeners to tend them, the Villa Leopolda in Villefranche-sur-Mer has been snapped up by the Russian billionaire, Mikhail Prokhorov, for some 500 million euros. The […]

Want your own private lake in Austria?

Want your own private lake in Austria?

By on Aug 05, 2008 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Real Estate, Western Europe

One of the last privately-owned lakes in Austria is up for sale. Occupying a secluded location in the  Salzkammergut region near Salzburg, the Mondsee or Moon Lake is being sold by Nicolette Waechter; it has been in her family since the early 18th Century but now she no longer wants to be responsible for its […]