Category: Regions

The Phoenician at Scottsdale AZ

The Phoenician at Scottsdale AZ

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA
The Phoenician, a 654-room destination resort in Scottsdale Arizona, tallied up their renovations over the past few years with a grand total of $20 million. Extensive renovations include its luxurious lobby, lounges, restaurants, Grand Tea Court, guest rooms, pool oasis, golf course, meeting space and public areas. Room amenities now include 32-inch flat-screen Sony televisions,
Hawaii's best secret beaches

Hawaii's best secret beaches

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Hawaii, Magazines, North America, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, USA
Courtesy of the latest issue of Travel + Leisure, here’s a list of Hawaii’s best secret beaches: Pololu Beach, Big Island Polihale Beach, Kauai Polihua Beach, Lanai Waianapanapa Black Sand Beach, Maui Bellows Field Beach, Oahu
Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli

Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Magazines, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Western Europe
2005 was another award-winning year for Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli near the small lakeside town of Gargnano in Lombardy (halfway between Milan and Venice). It was ranked among the world’s ‘Top 20 International Resort Hideaways’ in the Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report;   voted ‘Best Rooms’ among Condé Nast Traveller UK’s ‘Best Hotels in the
Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers

Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Business Travel, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vietnam
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. has recognized the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers as the Best Hotel for the Sheraton Brand 2005 in the Asia-Pacific region.  This is the second consecutive year the Sheraton Saigon has won the award from the Starwood chain, which manages the five-star hotel overlooking the Saigon River in downtown
New underwater hotel

New underwater hotel

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Brazil, China, Europe, Hotels, Middle East, Monaco, Nevada, North America, Oman, Regions, Resorts, South America, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe
The construction of  a $500 million underwater hotel in Dubai will start in the first quarter of this year. According to Uwe Hohmann of the Crescent Hydropolis Group, the financing of the development is almost finalised. Hotel prices are rumoured to reach some $3,000 per night but  have not yet been announced by the group.
Best Airline to Asia: Malaysia Airlines

Best Airline to Asia: Malaysia Airlines

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Air Travel, Asia, Magazines, Malaysia, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Malaysia Airlines has won the “Best Airline To Asia” award in the 2006 Travel Weekly Globe Awards polls conducted by Travel Weekly, a United Kingdom (UK) based magazine. Currently operating 111 aircraft, Malaysia Airlines’ fleet is one of the world’s youngest, flying more than 48,000 passengers to over 110 destinations across six continents everyday. Malaysia
dailyLuxé Top Ten Resorts & Villas

dailyLuxé Top Ten Resorts & Villas

By on Jan 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Australia, Barbados, Caribbean, Central America, Fiji, Hawaii, Hotels, Jamaica, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Vacation Rentals, Worldwide
According to dailyLuxé, the Top Ten Resorts & Villas are: Grand Bay Hotel – Isla Navidad Resort, Mexico Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort, Fiji Casa del Mar Beach Golf & Spa Resort, Mexico Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa, Australia Eagle’s Nest Private Retreat, New Zealand Angsana Resort & Spa, Australia Esperanza – An Auberge Resort,
Super Spas 2006

Super Spas 2006

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Ireland, Massachusetts, New York, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Western Europe, Worldwide
Interested in a seaweed wrap or a caviar facial? Forbes has run an article on the special spas for 2006.   Getting a much-deserved mention are: Monart Luxury Destination Spa, Enniscorthy, Ireland Red Mountain Spa, St. George, UT Chiva Som, Hua Hin, Thailand Canyon Ranch, Tucson, AZ and Lenox, MA Cornelia Day Resort, New York
Bermuda's Cambridge Beaches to Celebrate Romance Month

Bermuda's Cambridge Beaches to Celebrate Romance Month

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Bermuda, Caribbean, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals
The romantic spirit of Valentine’s Day is filling the whole month of February at Bermuda’s Cambridge Beaches. This romantic cottage colony has declared the entire month of February as Romance Month. To celebrate, couples can choose from either a special romance package, good for the entire month of February (including over Valentine’s Day!) or they
The Tides Inn, Chesapeake Bay, Virginia

The Tides Inn, Chesapeake Bay, Virginia

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA, Virginia
Located on 480 acres and surrounded by gardens and hidden sitting areas, The Tides Inn has undergone something of a transformation. Thanks to over $10 million of investment, there are now 106 impeccably appointed and spacious rooms and suites, as well as  four restaurants. But for golfers the real attraction of the Tides Inn is
Hyatt Grand Aspen opens

Hyatt Grand Aspen opens

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Colorado, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA
Long known for its stunning beauty and legendary charm, Aspen is the perfect setting. Located just steps from the breathtaking grandeur of Ajax Mountain,  the newly opened Hyatt Grand  Aspen offers design with luxury and comfort in mind. Features  include multiple fireplaces, private balconies, grand kitchens, spa tubs and steam showers. Indeed, every room in
Four Seasons Hotel Prague

Four Seasons Hotel Prague

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions
Overlooking Charles Bridge and Prague Castle on the banks of the Vltava, baroque architecture, 21st-century comforts and intuitive Four Seasons service unite in an atmosphere of true luxury. The Four Seasons Hotel Prague features three historic buildings – the Classical Building, the Renaissance Building and the Baroque Building – united to create one architecturally unique
Hull (UK) welcomes new Village Hotel

Hull (UK) welcomes new Village Hotel

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
The UK’s 16th Village Hotel & Leisure Club (part of the De Vere Group) will opening in Hull in February 2006, bringing a fantastic range of facilities to the area. Businesses of all sizes will find the purpose-built conference and meeting rooms ideal venues. There will also be a choice of three dining experiences –
Benguerra Lodge pool and honeymoon suites

Benguerra Lodge pool and honeymoon suites

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Honeymoons, Mozambique, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
New for 2006, Benguerra Lodge in Mozambique now has a pool on the beach. Situated on Benguerra Island (approx 11 kms by 5 kms in extent), the lodge is in keeping with the ancient tradition of the Archipelago, once the playground of the Queen of Sheba and the trading route of old Arabia. Also new
Marine World St. Kitts

Marine World St. Kitts

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Attractions, Caribbean, Going Out, Regions, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Currently under construction on South Friar’s Bay Beach on the island’s southern peninsula, Marine World boasts 4 acres of world class facilities.   It will feature a stingray lagoon, dolphin encounters including swimming with dolphins, an educational hut, a beach bar and grill, and a nature trail and aviary with tropical birds, butterflies and even
Andre Agassi and Stefie Graf open luxury mountain hotel

Andre Agassi and Stefie Graf open luxury mountain hotel

By on Jan 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Hotels, Idaho, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA
Andre Agassi and Stefie Graf, through their company Agassi Graf Development LLC have announced details of their luxury mountain hotel development at the new Tamarack ski resort, located in Donnelly, Idaho. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will manage the luxury hotel and residences which will be split across two locations: a classic resort hotel located in