Prague’s new, controversial National Library
Prague’s first major new public building since the 18th Century is to be a jellyfish-like monstrosity. The National…
Hyatt on the rise
Between early 2008 and late 2009, Hyatt will open three hotels in imposing structures currently being erected in Beijing,…
Hilton re-asserts its presence in Prague
The newest hotel on the Prague scene is the Hilton Prague Old Town, formerly known as the Prague Renaissance….
Top 10 resorts for crowd-free skiing
Want to go on a skiing holiday but avoid the hordes of people with similar intentions? Then The Guardian…
Federation Island: an island for Russia’s super-rich
We’re already well aware of Dubai’s antics when it comes to making luxury islands, but did you know that…
Moscow still has the most expensive hotels in the world
According to a new survery carried out by HRG, Moscow has the most expensive hotels in the world for…
Hyatt Regency Kiev – St. Sophia
Hyatt is the second international hotel brand to enter Ukraine’s capital of Kiev with the opening of the five-star…
Expedia Insiders’ Select
I wasn’t familiar with Expedia Insiders’ Select, a list of their best hotels and resorts worldwide based on the…
The new Ritz-Carlton Moscow
Only a fortnight ago, I posted Forbes’ list of the world’s most expensive suites. Already, it needs revising thanks…
Dracula’s Castle could be yours… if you have $135 million to spare
Got $135 million to spare? Then Dracula’s Castle could be yours! The Bran Castle, as it is…
10 more spas join Starwood Spa Collection
One of the world’s largest collections of premier spas, The Starwood Spa Collection, has 10 new additions. They…
Quirky facts about Rocco Forte Hotels
Rocco Forte Hotels celebrated its 10-year anniversary this year. Ten years on, the luxury collection consists of ten hotels…
Interview with Bruce Shugart of The Porches in Steamboat Springs
As one of the co-developers of The Porches in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Bruce Shugart brings more than 40 years…
Suite of the week: Tycho de Brahe Suite at the Golden Well Hotel, Prague
Suite name: Tycho de Brahe Suite Hotel: Golden Well Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic Size of accommodation: 40 sq m…
Launch of Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express in Moscow
GW Travel are officially launching a brand new, $25 million 21-car fully en suite train at Leningradsky Station, Moscow….
Reval Hotel Olümpia recognised for its conference facilities
In a recent poll conducted by leading Estonian business newspaper Ãripäev, top conference organisers have overwhelmingly selected Reval Hotel…
