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Hyatt Regency to return to Hong Kong

By Paul Johnson on Feb 19, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has announced the return of its signature Hyatt Regency brand to Hong Kong with the opening of the 567-room Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin. The first international hotel brand to open in the New Territories, the property features spectacular Tolo Harbor views, extraordinary restaurants and meeting space, as well as

Capella Telluride, Colorado

By Paul Johnson on Feb 16, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Colorado, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Capella Telluride, the first US retreat for Capella Hotels and Resorts, welcomed its first guests last week. Telluride’s snow-packed terrain is a favourite this season, rated the number two ski resort in North America by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler. And ski enthusiasts can satisfy their wanderlust thanks to Capella Telluride’s special introductory winter

$50 million in renovations at Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, Maui

By Paul Johnson on Jan 30, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

Featuring newly remodeled guest rooms, a refreshed spa and fitness centre, updated restaurant and lounges, remodeled beach and pool, and up-to-the-minute technology upgrades across the resort, Grand Wailea‘s charm and founding elements of trees, water, flowers, art, light and sound more prominent and enjoyable than ever. $50 million in renovations has seen guest rooms re-designed

Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver opens in British Columbia

By Paul Johnson on Jan 29, 2009 in Accommodation, Canada, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

The 119-room Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver opened this week; it is set in downtown Vancouver at the intersection of West Georgia and Thurlow Street. To mark Shangri-La‘s 60th property worldwide and to celebrate the opening of this latest hotel, an “Introducing Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver” package has been devised. It is available until 31st March

Five stars for Wynn Las Vegas - not once, not twice, but three times!

By Paul Johnson on Jan 26, 2009 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

Wynn Las Vegas had made history with triple Mobil five star award wins, distinguishing the resort as one of only two in the world to receive Mobil Travel Guide‘s highest honour across all star-rated categories. The Tower Suites at Wynn Las Vegas, Alex restaurant and The Spa have each earned five star recognition for their

51st annual list of Mobil Travel Guide four- and five-star awards is now out

By Paul Johnson on Jan 25, 2009 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature

Mobil Travel Guide has unveiled their annual winners for the coveted Mobil Travel Guide four- and five-star awards. This list has defined the industry’s highest standard for excellence in hospitality for over fifty years. This year, two destinations made history by achieving the most Mobil five stars ever awarded to one destination. Sea Island Resorts

Atrium Prestige Thalasso Spa Resort & Villas, Rhodes

By Paul Johnson on Jan 23, 2009 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Due to open in Spring 2009, the five-star Atrium Prestige is the second hotel to be opened as part of the Atrium Hotels group. It is located on Kalathos Beach in the picturesque town of Lindos providing guests with a stunning outlook over the Aegean Sea. The hotel will comprise of 254 guests rooms varying

Silence is golden

By Paul Johnson on Jan 22, 2009 in Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

One issue that a number of spas sometimes have to deal with is unwanted noise. Whether it’s talking in corridors, an over-chatty aesthetician or a therapist’s heavy breathing, it has the potential to ruin a spa experience. Lots can be done with soundproofing walls but noise can of course travel between floors too.

Anniversary offers from The Beach House at Manafaru, Maldives

By Paul Johnson on Jan 19, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Going Out, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

As it approaches its first anniversary next month, the glamorous Maldivian resort, The Beach House at Manafaru is offering some fantastic deals to celebrate! For all new bookings made between now and 15th May 2009, guests can take advantage of the following offers: Complimentary Nights Stay 7 nights and pay for just 5 or stay

Escape the winter chill at The Peninsula

By Paul Johnson on Jan 18, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hong Kong, Hotels, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Staying at The Peninsula this season means you can personalise your visit by selecting options from Winter Escapes package, or indulge in The Suite Life and enjoy a complimentary second night’s stay. This winter, two of Hong Kong’s oldest and best loved icons, The Peninsula and The Star Ferry, team up in signature style for

Chocolate delight at Anantara Spa Golden Triangle

By Paul Johnson on Jan 16, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

Treat your loved one to the ultimate romantic spa treatment at Anantara Spa Golden Triangle. The award winning spa is set amidst the natural scenery overlooking the Golden Triangle where the 3 countries meet at the picturesque Mekong River. The Seductive Chocolate Delight treatment starts with a romantic floral foot bath in the candle-lit Anantara

Buy 3 and get the 4th free deal at Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa

By Paul Johnson on Jan 14, 2009 in Accommodation, Colorado, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Enjoy the amazing snow and all that the Vail Mountain Lodge has to offer with their “Post Holiday” Lodging and Lift Ticket Deal. Stay four nights and ski for four days and receive the 4th free from the Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa from now through until 12th February 2009. The deal includes 4 nights

Raffles Resort Marrakech, Morocco

By Paul Johnson 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

New to Rhodes: Port Royal Villas & Spa, Afandou

By Paul Johnson on Jan 02, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

The luxury five-star Port Royal Villas & Spa will be new on the scene in Rhodes in 2009. It is located on the Blue Flag-awarded sand beach of Kolymbia in Afandou on the island’s east coast. The 185 rooms include four suites with private pools and a presidential suite with private pool. The hotel

Kate Moss heads for medical spa resort in Thailand

By Paul Johnson on Dec 26, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Celebrities, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

2008 has obviously been a bit much for Kate Moss. She’s said to be heading off to Thailand today for a 7-day detox holiday in Thailand, with her daughter and boyfriend Jamie Hince. According to a source: The spa she’s booked into is one of the strictest and most stringent in the world. She won’t

New 5-star hotel at Machu Picchu

By Paul Johnson on Dec 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

SUMAQ Machu Picchu Hotel has been certified with five stars by the Regional Government of Cusco in Peru, adding to the luxury accommodation available. Only open to the public for one year, SUMAQ has 60 luxurious rooms split between superior deluxe, junior suites and Sumaq Suites. The architecture, infrastructure and interior projects have been designed

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