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Dine on the Bateaux-Mouches

By Paul Johnson on Nov 04, 2008 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Perhaps the best way to see the city of light is to drift past the Seine’s gems (including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Louvre), while enjoying French classic dishes and stellar seasonal wines. Sound like fun? Then take a look at the Bateaux-Mouches offering dinner cruises starting from $130.

The ultimate in private dining at SALA Phuket

By Paul Johnson on Oct 27, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

The award-winning SALA Phuket Resort and Spa has introduced three new and exciting private dining concepts, providing the ultimate intimacy for guests. Guests can choose from a selection of “grazing” platters and BBQs at a variety of idyllic dining locations. Dine under the stars on the romantic restaurant rooftop with stunning views of the sea

Holiday in Beverly Hills

By Paul Johnson on Oct 23, 2008 in Accommodation, California, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Standing majestically in 12 lush acres of grounds, The Beverly Hills Hotel is the glamorous Pink Palace of Los Angeles legend. Royalty, world leaders and luminaries have all enjoyed its second-to-none service and graces its glitzy rooms, hideaway bungalows, Polo Lounge bar and restaurant, spa by La Prairie, tennis courts offering lessons with a

New chef at The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino

By Paul Johnson on Oct 21, 2008 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Illinois, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Making his Las Vegas debut, nationally acclaimed chef Ludovic “Ludo” Lefebvre arrives at The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino to helm the newest creation by the team behind TAO New York and Las Vegas. LAVO, Latin for “to bathe or cleanse,” is inspired by ancient Mediterranean bathhouses with a menu that highlights the best of the

Loden Vancouver opens today

By Paul Johnson on Oct 18, 2008 in Accommodation, Canada, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

The Kor Hotel Group, famous for its collection of distinctive hotels including the Viceroy chain, has made its first foray into Canada with the 77-room Loden Vancouver which opens today. It joins the group’s ‘Urban Retreat’ portfolio, has an 80-seat restaurant and lounge called ‘Voya’ led by local executive chef Marc-Andre Choquette and a second-floor

The Mansfield Inn at Stowe

By Paul Johnson 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

The world's strangest restaurants

By Paul Johnson on Oct 14, 2008 in Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Worldwide

Below the sea, in the air, or on a bed, restaurants are going to extremes to attract attention. Read more courtesy of Travel+Leisure.

Now open: Mandarin Oriental, Boston

By Paul Johnson on Oct 14, 2008 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

The Mandarin Oriental, Boston was formally opened in a celebratory ribbon-cutting and feng shui ceremony that took place last week. Perfectly positioned in the prestigious Back Bay, the new hotel combines New England elegance with Oriental touches to create an unique hospitality experience. It has 136 guestrooms and 12 suites, offering some of the most

Tasty options in Bangkok

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2008 in Asia, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand

Take a break from Siam Paragon’s boutiques in Bangkok at the elegant L’Espace de L’Oriental on M Level. Try the exquisite pastries or the sour broth with Stilton wontons. A few floors above, Thai Exotique (Level 4) makes a perfect one-stop shop for last minute gifts: it is an Aladdin’s cave of bamboo bowls of

The Regent Palmas Del Mar Puerto Rico

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Africa, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Going Out, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Ground was broken in Puerto Rico yesterday to mark the beginning of Regent Hotels & Resorts‘ newest luxury development, The Regent Palmas Del Mar Puerto Rico. Scheduled to open in December 2011, the resort will consist of 96 guest rooms and 52 suites, offering beachfront accommodation and interiors by award-winning designer Trisha Wilson, whose work

More reasons to Fall for Clifton: Burgundy Wine Dinner

By Paul Johnson on Oct 08, 2008 in Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA, Virginia

Clifton and Simon N Cellars welcome you to a unique wine dinner on 23rd October 2008, featuring the classic wines of Burgundy, with offerings from prestigious Domaine Chevrot. These wines will be paired with an hors d’oeuvres followed by a four-course menu, featuring the Clifton culinary team’s twist on classic French dishes.

Bedford Springs Resort says "Bon Appétit"

By Paul Johnson on Oct 08, 2008 in Accommodation, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Bedford Springs Resort has gathered outstanding culinary talent for a weekend long epic epicurean adventure. Celebrate the area’s rich culinary heritage at A Taste of the Chesapeake, a gala gourmet dinner prepared by their guest chefs, featuring regionally inspired dishes using local ingredients. Then learn techniques from these James Beard-recognised masters while sampling exquisite flavours

Scotch tasting at The Davenport Hotel & Tower

By Paul Johnson on Oct 04, 2008 in Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA, Washington

Here’s a whiskey-lover’s dream. The Palm Court Grill at The Davenport Hotel and Tower presents a private Scotch tasting and dinner on 23rd October 2008, from 6-9pm. Here’s the menu: 1st course: Macallan 12-year-old served with prosciutto-wrapped scallops with blue cheese whiskey caviar 2nd course: Highland Park 12-year-old served with a white onion and cheddar

Thank God it's Friday!

By Paul Johnson on Oct 03, 2008 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA, Virginia

It’s Friday and there’s lots of reasons to celebrate Fridays! One is The Jefferson‘s Friday Night Out Package – the perfect way to start your weekend, and great value too. Start your evening with cocktails in TJ’s Lounge followed by a three-course dinner in TJ’s Restaurant. Retire to one of their deluxe guestrooms and

Major renovations for Las Brisas Acapulco

By Paul Johnson on Sep 30, 2008 in Accommodation, Clubs, Going Out, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants

Last week Las Brisas Acapulco completed a two-phase, $20-million renovation. The iconic 1960s hotel, with its pink and white facade, has received the AAA Four Diamond Award for 2009 and has been honoured by both Expedia and Celebrated Living as one of Mexico’s best hotels. The renovations have included new flat screen TVs, glass ceilings,

Special feature: Sheraton Bilbao Hotel, Bilbao, Spain

By Judy Johnson on Sep 29, 2008 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Restaurants, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Bilbao is a vibrant city being brought back to life by the reconstruction of old shipyards into areas alive with walkways, parks and stunning architecture and sculptures. Nestled amongst this redevelopment is the Sheraton Bilbao Hotel – itself an individual piece of architecture – which was designed by the father and son team of architects

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