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Hamilton Island, an Australian piece of Heaven

Georgia Papadon — Wed, 16 May 2018 22:51:43 +0000

One of Australia’s most spectacular tourist destinations, Hamilton Island is located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands.

Part of the Whitsundays, and in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is an extraordinary and sought-after holiday destinations worldwide. On a holiday to Hamilton Island, you’ll be surrounded by pristine white beaches, and a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life.

Save 35% Off Accommodation at Palm Bungalows, Reef View and Beach Club until 21st May 2018. This is the strongest sale Hamilton Island has ever run.

Great Barrier Reef

Situated in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is the perfect base for exploring everything the reef has to offer.

The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef, and home to the most diverse plant and animal life on the planet – including spectacular coral formations, hundreds of species of fish, turtles, manta rays and even visiting dolphins and whales.

Hamilton Island, in the heart of the reef, is the perfect base for exploring this magnificent part of the world – and offers a whole range of professional, well-organised tours, activities and excursions.

Hill Inlet

A great experience would be the Reefworld Cruise Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Reef World.
Perfect for families, this day trip includes a visit to the activity-packed Reefworld, where you can snorkel, dive, explore or simply splash around colourful Hardy Reef.

Heart Reef

Experience a scenic cruise through the Whitsunday Islands National Park and enjoy a BBQ picnic lunch on the world famous Whitehaven Beach.

Hamilton Island is a perfect base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and world-famous Whitehaven Beach.

championship course on its own island. Plus, with six different levels of accommodation to choose from across the island – ranging from plush, couples’ suites, to family-friendly apartments and holiday homes, a holiday on Hamilton Island really does offer something for everyone.

Seaplane to Whithaven

Hamilton Island Yacht Club

Inspired by the rich colours and textures of the Whitsundays, the Hamilton Island Yacht Club is located right on the waterfront, and offers sensational views out over Dent Passage, as well as several luxury villas.

With its luxury villas, and bright, contemporary style, the Hamilton Island Yacht Club is an iconic and striking island destination.

It was officially opened by the Premier of Queensland, Anna Bligh, as part of the 2009 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week.

Reef View Hotel Pool

YACHT CLUB VILLAS

Gracefully positioned on the Dent Passage waterfront, the villas are just a short stroll to the iconic Hamilton Island Yacht Club.

Day Spa Experience

For the ultimate indulgence, both island spas are open every day of the week, from 9.00am until 7.00pm

Hamilton Island Yacht Club

It is one of Australia’s finest golf courses with RANGE OF OF GOLF ACTIVITIES and
18-hole championship golf course, aquatic driving range, mini-golf and more.

Take a self-drive tour, or hire a golf buggy to go between your accommodation and points of interest across the island.

Hamilton Island Golf Club

Beach House

Beach Club Pool

Pebble Beach House

The Hamilton Island Marina

Dive & Dine

coca chu dining

Manta Ray dining

Sails dining

Romano’s

Sails Peach and Strawberry Caprioska

Bommie Deck Bombay Chai Pina Colada

Hamilton Island is a nature lover’s paradise.

As well as offering pristine scenery and underwater treasures not found anywhere else in the world, Hamilton Island is home to an array of Australian wildlife – including wallabies, goannas, sea eagles, kites, ospreys, sulphur-crested cockatoos and kookaburras.

One-Tree-Hill-morning

Gorgeous sunsets and Ideal view…

Additional Inclusions for Hamilton Island Guests

Kids Stay and Eat For Free

If you’re staying at the Reef View Hotel, Palm Bungalows, or any Holiday Home booked through Hamilton Island Holiday Homes, you can also take advantage of the Kids Stay & Eat Free offer!

Non-Motorised Beach Water Sports

Guests staying at qualia, Beach Club, Reef View Hotel, Palm Bungalows and Hamilton Island Holiday Homes have free access to a range of water activities including catamarans, kayaks, stand up paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Simply present your room key at the Beach Sports Hut on Catseye Beach.

Complimentary transport around the Island

Hamilton Island guests will receive complimentary door-to-door transfers from the airport or marina to their hotel. Guests also have access to a free Island shuttle service, which operates every day from 7am till 11pm.

Sports Club

Complimentary use of the Hamilton Island gym, spa, sauna and tennis courts for hotel guests staying at Palm Bungalows, Reef View Hotel or Beach Club.

Free Wireless Internet

Hotel guests have access to free in room WiFi. In addition, all Hamilton Island guests have access to WiFi hotspots located around the Island including the airport.

Arrivals & Departure Lounge

To make the most of your Hamilton Island holiday we have the easily accessible Arrivals and Departures Lounge located next to the main foyer at the Reef View Hotel for the exclusive use of the guests.

Here you can easily store possessions in lockers, use the shower or bathroom facilities to freshen up or grab a complimentary beach towel for use around the Island.

These amenities allow you to enjoy your time on the Island when you might not have access to a room (either pre check-in or after check-out) and ensure you maximise experiencing all that the Island has to offer.

Hamilton Island is an Awesome place in a precious side of Paradise… We highly recommend it for memorable holidays and unique experiences.

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The 5 Best new Mykonian Hotels , another part of Paradise

Georgia Papadon — Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:08:51 +0000

If anyone should be given just two colors in order to draw Heaven, these should be white & blue… And there is no other place on earth that can be portrayed better in this way… than Mykonos in Cyclades. This small part of land which spans an area of 85.5 square kilometres (33.0 sq mi) and rises to an elevation of 341 metres, remains a hot spot for perfect holidays, crystal blue waters, relaxing atmoshere and amazing nightlife. We are happy to announce you the 5 Best new hotels in Mykonos , bazed on the Condé Nast Traveller and of course personal experience and taste.

Bohème

Mykonos Town

The lemonade served on arrival is homemade from fruit grown in the hotel’s walled herb garden, a delightful little enclave where candles twinkle in jam jars at night and the scent of rosemary hangs in the air.

Look closely and you’ll spot a bamboo treatment hut for massages and a deck for yoga in among the olive trees. Up a level from this wholesome spot is the more decadent pool bar, a hill-top sun-trap and the real hub of Bohème.

Here guests laze around the kidney-shaped pool on grand super-loungers and bean bags; at night, bearded bartenders turn out flawless Negronis at the chic Bilo Bar, just the place for a sharpener before taking advantage of the hotel’s superb location, a two-minute walk from Mykonos Town and its many lively restaurants.

Polished concrete floors give the bedrooms a modernist quality, but knitted rope light fittings and splashes of colour stop it all becoming too sombre. Breakfast is served on private balconies, for when you want to lie low the morning after sampling the mixologist’s magic.
Address: Bohème, Mykonos Town, Greece
Price: Doubles from about £255

Online Booking for Boheme here

Bill & Coo Coast

Agios Ioannis

Back in 2014, Mykonian hotelier Theodosis Kakoutis worked with hip Athenian architects K-Studio to begin a radical overhaul of the original Bill & Coo, upping the ante from unassuming honeymoon hideaway to super-slick hangout with a buzzy vibe.

Last year, after an impossible-to-turn-down piece of land became available on the Agios Ioannis peninsula, he opened Bill & Coo Coast, a gorgeous, suites-only hotel overlooking a perfect crescent of sand. Built in rugged stone, bleached wood and cast iron, it feels a lot more private and peaceful than its sibling; a place for A-listers to unspool rather than party.

Each of the 15 lovely bedrooms has secluded terraces and is done out in a cool, calm colour palette of light grey and powdery whites with the occasional jet-black vase thrown in for contrast.

For lunch, old-school taverna staples have been given a light, modern makeover, with standouts such as humble but delicious sardines on bread, and slow-cooked rooster pasticada served with pasta and truffles.

For dinner, guests can catch the five-minute transfer to the original Bill & Coo, whose chef Athinagoras Kostakos creates serious tasting menus with a strong Greek accent. Back by the pool at Coast, there are a couple of gazebos (one of which doubles as a therapy tent for outdoor massages), with views of the charming Greek Orthodox church of Agios Ioannis, where black-clad widows mourn on the steps and village lads scoot past on mopeds.
Address: Bill & Coo Coast, Agios Ioannis, Mykonos, Greece
Price: Doubles from about £420

Online Booking for Bill & Coo here

Lyo

Super Paradise Beach

Just when you thought Mykonos didn’t need another Japanese restaurant, up pops chef Nam Truong at this out-of-the-way new hotel.

And guess what? He’s turning out some of the best sushi on the island.

The German banker-turned-chef trained in Japan, and his black cod with miso-yuzu buttercream and sensational tuna-belly nigiri are reason enough to brave the winding road to Lyo, which sits high on a slope above Super Paradise Beach.

Being removed from the intensely developed parts of the coast has allowed the owner, Tasos Zouganelis, to create a more sprawling hotel than is usual in the Cyclades; the 18 bedrooms are spread beneath a series of low-rise buildings, giving the feel of an intimate hill-top hamlet.

Its pristine spaces have a kind of upscaled Nineties look, which makes a refreshing change from the boho-mania that dominates current hotel design, with unabashedly smart and contemporary wire furniture, and bright-white, sky-blue and geometric colour schemes: the opposite, basically, of the murky modern palette.

In high summer, Super Paradise’s beautiful sandy bay, a five-minute stroll down the hill, transforms into a heaving, hedonistic party zone with crowds drawn to beach clubs such as the magnificently razzly Jackie O.

Those who prefer to sip rather than spray their Champagne will probably plump for Lyo’s super-quiet, open-air bar with sublime sea views.

Address: Lyo Boutique Hotel, Super Paradise Beach, Mykonos, Greece
Price: Doubles from about £210

Online Booking for Lyo here

Waves

Korfos Beach

Above the beach in Korfos Bay, on a narrow isthmus in the south-west of the island, brightly coloured kites fly through the air like brilliant birds of prey hitching on a thermal.

The beach below may not be the prettiest on Mykonos, but its horseshoe shape and exposure to the northern winds make it one of Europe’s best spots for kite-surfing. How clever, then, for born-and-bred Mykonian George Syrianos to turn the land where he once grazed his goats into the first hotel on the island aimed squarely at wave-riders.

It’s a laid-back, hands-off, DIY kind of place where all eight suites are accessible straight from the beachside pool area, meaning there’s no lobby to drag your board through, no carpets to drench with your kit. Unsurprisingly, this chilled approach goes down well with young families, and the interiors are fittingly pared-back and solid; whitewashed rooms are made homely with chunky wooden furniture and gauzy curtains.

There is no restaurant, but simple breakfast baskets are delivered every morning, and each suite has a fridge and hob to prepare meals using ingredients from the cluster of shops at the other end of the beach, which include a couple of good bakeries, an independent butcher and a surprisingly chic fishmonger.

For more sheltered sunbathing, the bars and day-beds at Ornos beach are a 10-minute walk away on the other side of the isthmus, and Mykonos town is just a 10-minute drive.
Address: Waves, Korfos Beach, Mykonos, Greece
Price: Doubles from about £190

Kenshō

Ornos Beach

With its snug, tucked-away bars and secret swimming pools, hot-tub grottoes and multi-storey sun terraces, Kenshō feels like one of Escher’s impossible fantasies lavishly realised as a boutique hotel, each surprise staircase leading to another unexpected delight.

Simple lines , purity and relaxing atmosphere… are some of the components of a magic scene.

It is owner George Nikitidis’s first hotel and he’s picked a great spot up the hill from Ornos beach: close enough to walk to, but far away enough not to hear the bass from its beach clubs.

The design is slick and contemporary, with lots of sliding glass doors, white walls and adult-sized wicker bassinets by the pool.

Each room is subtly individual; some have freestanding baths, others plunge pools on the terrace, and all have a different signature piece by first-rank Italian furniture-makers such as Riva 1920, Baxter and Mogg.

Undoubtfully a place that is a lifetime experience to stay…

The open-sided restaurant is heavy on attention-grabbing touches – vast metal light shades, plate-glass tables – which keep pace with chef George Stylianoudakis’s high-concept food, including dishes such as red mullet with artichoke.

The body-beautiful crowd lounge decorously around the pool, or in the spa, with its low-lit treatment rooms where therapists practise reiki.

Address: Kenshō, Ornos Beach, Mykonos, Greece
Price: Doubles from about £525

Online Booking for Kenshō here

source: Condé Nast Traveller April 2017

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Dior Heaven in Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes

Georgia Papadon — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 09:20:35 +0000

Ideally located on the Croisette and alongside the French Riviera, the Hotel Majestic Barriere exudes luxury, attracting tourists and celebrities alike. With over 349 rooms, 82 suites, and 2 luxury penthouses, the most fabulous of them was decorated by famed designer Christian Dior, it’s lavish accommodations, striking architecture, and eco-friendly design just add to the experience that the Hotel Majestic Barriere has to offer.

The Dior Suite

Launched in 2010, this 400m2 suite is designed with a dramatic home cinema entrance allowing the client to walk in and discover the Dior heaven.

Stone and Hungarian wood floors lead to a large dining table surrounded by famous Louis XVI medallion chairs upholstered in a gray and silver fabric.

The living room has a huge Dior gray curtain in red piping and charcoal moulded panels. On the sofas sits pleated red Dior cushions that fill this historic suite.

Everything is designed to custom including embroidered sheets with a headboard replicating Dior wickerwork, frosted glass bathroom doors and a silver wooden walk-in closet.

The suite has been designed to represent the savoir-faire of Christian Dior: stylish furniture from the XVIII century combined with the contemporary creations of Nathalie Ryan, made by skilled craftsmen using bronze and wood and rich fabrics like silk and velvet.

Everything breathes the spirit couture Dior!

The Entrance of the Hotel

With an exciting night-life, grand accommodations, and a dedication to eco-friendly quality, the Hôtel Majestic Barrière in Cannes has something for everyone …, especially if you want to spend your time in one of the most famous suites of the world, the Dior Suite.

Five dream Destinations for Christmas time…!

Georgia Papadon — Thu, 17 Dec 2015 23:21:47 +0000

See all of them here:

Santhosh Health Retreat – Carlton Hotel St. Moritz & more…

The hotel built in 1913 welcomes its guests as a boutique hotel with 60 Junior Suites and Suites – all with views of the lake of St. Moritz and the picturesque Upper Engadine beyond.

The interior of the Carlton Hotel St. Moritz bears the distinctive signature of interior designer Carlo Rampazzi and his trademark use of the finest materials.

The spacious suites combine light and space, shapes and colours, the timeless and the contemporary to create the perfect setting for a memorable stay.

Exclusive 1200 m² spa with 6 treatment rooms and a private spa suite
Indoor & outdoor pool
Range of saunas and steam baths, separate ladies’ only sauna
State-of-the-art technogym machines
Hair salon
Cellcosmet, OPI & La Biosthétique spa products

The Carlton Hotel is located in St. Moritz, one of the most prestigious ski resorts in the world, at an altitude of 1856 a.s.l..

The popular cosmopolitan destination is renowned for its elegant, exquisite and exclusive atmosphere, offering the ideal setting for your winter holidays.

After beeing built, the major refurbishment let to 60 gorgeous Junior Suites and Suites with lake view.

Gstaad Palace, Switzerland

Built in 1913, the Gstaad Palace has earned an unrivalled reputation for discreet, refined hospitality over the years, and has always welcomed the most discerning international clientele.

Set on a hill overlooking the beautiful town of Gstaad, the resort is privileged to offer a breathtaking view of the majestic Swiss Alps. The 104 tastefully decorated rooms include 19 Junior Suites and the luxurious and sophisticated three-bedroom Penthouse Suite.

The Gstaad Palace offers gourmet dining in five different restaurants, live entertainment in two bars and dancing at the famous GreenGo nightclub.

It also features a spa with an indoor and an outdoor pool, a squash court and four outdoor tennis courts. A wide variety of activities such as golf, heli-skiing, hot-air ballooning and many more are offered in close distance to the hotel.

100 well-appointed bedrooms, including 70 Single and Double Rooms, 15 Junior Suites, 8 Suites, 2 two-bedroom Tower Suites and the spectacular Penthouse Suite with three bedrooms.

All of the rooms and suites feature upscale finishes and are equipped with the latest standards including wireless high-speed Internet access. The beautiful decor is characterised by a harmonious composition of alpine elegance and luxurious understatement blending perfectly into the sophisticated environment.

Eagle’s Nest, Val d’Isère, France

Eagle’s Nest, Val d’Isère, France

The iconic Val d’Isère chalet Eagle’s Nest – which offered the first indoor swimming pool in a private chalet in 2002 – unveils a €750,000 facelift this winter. Highlights include a bar, a games room, and a hot-tub deck, with stunning views over the 1992 Olympic ski run, La Face.

Chalet Carl, Lech Austria

Lech am Arlberg, a small town between Vorarlberg and Tyrol in the heart of the Austrian Alps, turns into one of Central Europe’s most prized and elite ski resorts at the start of winter. Since the 14th century, these regions “beyond the Arlberg” were already coveted by the Hapsburgs who established a few vacation homes there before annexing them to their empire.

Chalet Carl was designed in this same spirit of royal luxury—a magnificent house set on the mountainside above the city and at the foot of ski hills.

This property has the following amenities. Please note that your concierge will be able to answer any other need you might have.

8 en-suite bedrooms

Open fireplace lounge

Library, office

Relaxation area

Beautiful indoor pool

Fitness

Spa reception

Double treatment room

Single treatment room

Relaxation room with fireplace

Salt – cave steam bath

2 cold water pools

Sauna area

Wine cellar

Home cinema

Ski room with boot warmers

Handicapped WC

Private garage

This property rental includes the following service:

Airport transferts by limousine

Champagne & canapé reception

Breakfast (Buffet, à la carte)

Lunch (Chalet N Le Menu, à la carte)

Daily afternoon tea

Dinner (Chalet N Le Menu, à la carte)

Non-alcoholic beverages (tea, coffee)

Long drinks, beer, house champagne (by the glass)

Ski pass (1 week per person)

Ski equipment

Internet access WIFI

Underground parking area

Welcome massage (50 minutes per person)

Daily laundry service

Chauffeur service

Maxi Bar

Comprehensive selection of fine wines

From €30,000 to €70,100 / night

information

+33 1 83 64 31 03

Chalet Pearl, France

Chalet Pearl has an enviable combination where fantastic location meets jaw-dropping views. After undergoing a €1,000,000 renovation, the chalet offers some 800 square meters and is situated in the middle of the Nogentil area, in Belle Cote. Above the center of Courchevel, it’s within easy reach of the action, but it also has far-reaching vistas across the Dent du Villard and is only 50m from the piste.

Located in the Nogentil area above the center of Courchevel 1850 with incredible views over the Dent du Villard, Chalet Pearl is a charming chalet constructed of old timber and local stone.

There are 7 Bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.

Service of a chef for breakfast, dinner or lunch
– Housekeeper for daily cleaning and bed making,
– Linen, towels and slippers,
– Beauty and bath products,
– Safe in every bedrooms,
– Humidifier,
– Chalet and swimming pool management,
– Wi-Fi, telephone and printer
– DVDs available on request,
– Board games

Chalet Pearl
Rue du Nogentil
73120 Courchevel 1850
Cedex
France

For more information please contactKim Weltner:
kim@chaletpearl1850.com
+33601103289

La Mamounia, Marrakech a fairytale destination for unforgettable nights…

Georgia Papadon — Wed, 04 Nov 2015 17:46:22 +0000

For sure one of the best hotels in the planet. It is the ultimate experience for enjoying Marrakech in an environment of elegance, charm, tranquility and above all, in peace. It is as if time stops and we are taken to another dimension: just perfect.

La Mamounia, Marrakech’s iconic hotel reopened its doors on 29 September 2009 following an extensive three year restoration project led by internationally acclaimed interior designer, Jacques Garcia. This legendary hotel which has hosted the who’s who of international royalty, politicians, celebrities and the jet set, has 136 stylish guest rooms, 71 suites including seven Signature Suites and three riads.

The La Mamounia Hotel is a five-star palatial hotel in Morocco. It faces the Atlas mountains and is at the heart of the old city of Marrakech.

On some days during the three years it took to restore Marrakech’s undisputed grandedame hotel, more than 1,000 craftsmen were at work on the site.

Parisian designer Jacques Garcia, entrusted with returning the 1923 property to its former glory, sought out the city’s most talented painters and wood carvers.

The craftsmen he chose laid millions of hand-cut tiles, pieced together wood-marquetry walls, carved ornate designs into plaster columns and forged hundreds of handmade lanterns.

Thanks to them, the palace is once again a vibrant celebration of the city’s past, present and future, displaying Moroccan style, complete with intricate patterns and arabesques based on Berber and Arab-Andalusian traditions.

For 90 years La Mamounia has emphasized the great traditions of Moroccan hospitality and attracted royalty, connoisseurs and celebrities to relax in an atmosphere that combines history with enchantment and luxury. Today the hotel reflects a pure Moroccan style with contemporary art and antique pieces.

koutoubia executive suite

This stunning suite has all the charm of authentic Moroccan style: the walls are in zellige tiles and the wooden ceilings are adorned with elegant hand-crafted decorations.

It provides a wonderful view of the minaret of the legendary Koutoubia mosque or of the garden on the Koutoubia side.

With a size of 109 sqm and a King size bed. The Marble Bathrooms allow a soothing mood lighting and are all completed with a Moroccan style Walk in Shower.

WIFI is complimentary, a welcoming cocktail and local delicacies.

On some days, more than 1,000 craftsmen worked on the restoration of La Mamounia.

It’s always a magical experience. From the welcome to the beautiful rooms, everything was set up for the perfect stay. The complimentary champagne and treats in our room contributed a lot to the experience.

majorelle suite

This suite was conceived as a tribute to the painter Jacques Majorelle. Offering a superb view over the swimming pool, the gardens and the Mountains, With a size of 114 sqm and a King size bed. The Marble Bathrooms allow a soothing mood lighting and are all completed with a a Moroccan style Walk in Shower.. WIFI is offered complimentary, a welcoming cocktail and local delicacies.

Green tiles glimmer as a border for a hand-woven wool carpet. Ceilings of carved and gilded cedar, utterly traditional, gleam and shimmer in the soft light …

The hotel’s three signature restaurants boast authentic Moroccan, French and Italian cuisine in intimate settings that stay true to the menus’ origins.

Set within the 12-century remparts surrounding the old medina, La Mamounia is an oasis of peace, hidden away from the bustle of the nearby souks.

The sumptuous Baldaquin suite takes its name from its four-poster bed and it exudes romance and intimacy.

With a magnificent hand-painted wood ceiling this suite is ideal for celebrating moments you will never forget.

The sumptuous suite takes its name from its four-poster bed. With a magnificent hand-painted wood ceiling.Ideal for celebrating moments you will never forget. With a size of 77 sqm, a King size bed and a view over the mountains.

The Marble Bathrooms allow a soothing mood lighting and are all completed with a Moroccan style Walk in Shower. WIFI is is offered complimentary and welcoming cocktail.

Inspired by an intoxicating blend of Moroccan and Eastern culture, the 27,000-sq-ft Spa La Mamounia beautifully fuses the traditional with the modern. Over 80 treatments are offered, including a full line of face and body therapies using products by Shiseido, Wella and marocMaroc, and manicures and pedicures by La Ric;

signatures include a luxe version of the traditional Hammam ritual. The Spa features a large indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, 9 treatment rooms, 6 outdoor massage cabins, a gym, 2 Hammams and a spa suite.

Inspired by an intoxicating blend of Moroccan and Eastern culture, Spa La Mamounia beautifully fuses traditional and modern therapies for exquisite results.

Magical place with efficient and attentive service as it should be in a hotel of this category.

“A wonderful hotel centrally located and within a short walking distance from the souk. It truly is a beautiful place on earth as Winston Churchill once said.”

Discover The Best 7 Hotels in Paris

Georgia Papadon — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 16:04:14 +0000

With Paris Fashion Week now well underway, discover the most stylish hotels in the city of Light…

The Best Places to stay in Paris…

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris

Inimitable, incomparable and unforgettable – from a stroll along the River Seine or the Champs-Elysées to shopping and lunch on the Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris has it all. Whatever brings you to Paris—the illustrious art and fashion, the charming café culture, or the refined cuisine—the key to discovering the City of Light is to experience the destination as locals do. Through a number of exclusive offerings from Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, your journey to become a vrais Parisien extends from a sunrise jog past the Eiffel Tower to a celebratory cruise along the River Seine at dusk. Under the wing of a Michelin-starred chef, journey to the centre of a vibrant French market, where you’ll sample fresh ingredients from colourful stalls and gain insight into preparing French cuisine. Where to begin? Arrive at the Hotel, set in the very heart of the city, and leave the details to the expert staff who will ensure that you discover, celebrate and taste the very best that Paris has to offer.

Les Bains As the Studio 54 of Paris, in its heyday Les Bains nightclub welcomed everyone from Yves Saint Laurent and Mick Jagger to Kate Moss and Johnny Depp. Since reopening in March, the Marais icon – once a 19th-century private bathhouse visited by Marcel Proust – invites you to carry on the party and stay the night in one of its 39 rooms and suites. The grandeur of the Haussmann architecture is enhanced by glorious marble bathrooms, wood panelling and antique furniture belonging to former guests, including a rug once owned by Gainsborough. Public spaces galore – including a bar, lounge, terrace and club – mean you can drink and dance almost anywhere, anytime. Or book into La Salle à Manger restaurant, headed up by Michelin-starred Philippe Labbé, where you’ll find a 15-metre-tall private dining-room in the former water tank of the Bains Guerbois.

Park Hyatt Now that the Ritz has closed for refurbishment, the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme has become the city’s central meeting point during Fashion Week. The exotic flocks of editors, stylists and models swoop into the verdant interior courtyard for vodka cocktails, or sip green tea as they perch beside the fireplaces on chilly days. But it’s not simply the great location on Rue de la Paix that makes this my favourite place to stay during show season. The bedrooms provide a calm retreat from the clamour of the catwalks, and behind the hotel’s 19th-century façade, the sleek conversion has excellent soundproofing. With welcoming staff, a warm atmosphere and a wonderful spa, the Park Hyatt is the perfect Parisian haven.

La Réserve A Haussmann townhouse that was once owned by the Duc de Morny, and which Emperor Napoleon III visited, has been restored to more than its former glory for the delectation of guests in search of extreme levels of luxury and privacy. Gold-embossed leather adorns walls, antique parquet decorates floors, Toulouse-Lautrec pastels hang in the suites’ marble-lined corridors. The views are of the Eiffel Tower and the Place de la Concorde. The Elysée Palace next-door – home to François Hollande – is no more glamorous than this addition to the Parisian hotel landscape. After a day shopping on the Avenue Montaigne, guests can lounge in front of open fires, flick through a first edition in the private library or retire to the hammam and pool for a revivifying steam. And if you’re hungry, Jerome Banctel in the Restaurant Le Gabriel serves exquisite haute cuisine. This is an extraordinary achievement: a brand-new classic hotel that
feels like it’s always been there.

Hilton Paris Opera In January, after an extensive $50 million restoration, the former Grand Hotel Terminus in the city’s lively Opéra district joined the Hilton family. Originally designed by the architect Juste Lisch to accommodate visitors coming to the 1889 Exposition Universelle, the hotel has an elegant new scheme by Richmond – the designers behind the recently opened Beaumont in London – which pays tribute to its magical history. Bespoke wallpaper shows illustrations of Parisian cityscapes, while modern needs are met with bedside USB charging points and a hi-tech fitness centre. Sip café au lait or champagne in the magnificent entrance hall, Le Grand Salon, with mosaic flooring, frescoes, and chandeliers set with crystals hanging from the 46-foot-high ceilings. Suite guests enjoy access to the hotel’s Executive Lounge that offers free breakfast, and afternoon snacks and drinks.

The Peninsula Paris The newly opened Peninsula Paris is a gorgeously sleek temple of modern luxury, yet it was originally established over a century ago as the Hotel Majestic, where James Joyce and Marcel Proust dined with Sergei Diaghilev and Igor Stravinsky. In the 1920s, the Majestic remained a fashionable destination – George Gershwin composed ‘An American in Paris’ while staying here in 1928 – but eight years later, the hotel was sold to the French government and requisitioned by the German army during the occupation of Paris. Its post-war history was one of faded grandeur; first as the Unesco headquarters; thereafter the premises for the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ international conferences. Finally, after six years of meticulous restoration, the Peninsula opened last August, to dazzling effect. The glorious roof-top terrace and restaurant have views to the Eiffel Tower and beyond; the ground-floor reception rooms are light and spacious; the calm, elegant bedrooms are among the loveliest in Paris, as are the graceful marble bathrooms. Rare is the hotel that combines glamour and tranquillity; the Peninsula has both in abundance.

Hôtel Plaza Athénée The Hôtel Plaza Athénée is the epitome of Parisian luxury. This freshly refurbished five-star hotel stands in a 10-star location, set amid the legendary fashion houses on Avenue Montaigne, with its lavish bedrooms offering spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower on one side, and the Champs-Élysées on the other. The renovation reveals haute couture-themed event rooms crowned by a stunning ballroom, while the iconic shaded courtyard, famed for its à la carte dining in summer, transforms into a magical ice rink in winter. Chef Alain Ducasse oversees the hotel’s cuisine, from his eponymous restaurant under a crystal ceiling, to the listed art deco Le Relais Plaza – a brasserie that hosts regular jazz nights. For those seeking relaxation, the hotel offers Europe’s only Dior Institute, where you can enjoy the most fashionable of spa treatments.

source: Harper’s Bazaar

Ayana Resort and Spa Bali , another phrase to say ” Paradise…”

Georgia Papadon — Tue, 18 Aug 2015 13:51:03 +0000

Translated from German, Zeitgeist means “the spirit of the moment”, and is the key principle underpinning AYANA’s service philosophy.

Offering seclusion yet accessibility, AYANA Resort and Spa is located on 90 hectares of cliff-top gardens above Jimbaran, on Bali’s ‘sunset’ coast. Retaining the traditional ambience of a Balinese fishing village, Jimbaran’s breathtaking sunset views are matched by diverse scenery from the tranquil bay and dramatic cliffs on one side, to rolling hills and lush forest on the other. The perfect sanctuary for a relaxing break, AYANA offers the extensive facilities of Bali’s only integrated resort, and is also a convenient base from which to explore Bali:

The award-winning AYANA Resort and Spa Bali is a world-class destination resort located on 90 hectares of cliff-top land perched above Jimbaran Bay, just 10 kilometers from Bali airport. AYANA’s majestic sunsets and ocean-front views are complemented by white-sand beach and shared facilities as Bali’s only integrated resort with RIMBA Jimbaran Bali.

With full access to all dining and recreation at both AYANA and RIMBA and complimentary resort shuttle, guests enjoy the most extensive on-site facilities of any resort in Bali. There are 15 restaurants and bars including the famous Rock Bar; exclusive private beach; 11 swimming pools; world-class Spa with Aquatonic Seawater Therapy Pool and Spa on the Rocks treatment; golf-putting and fitness center; and complimentary WiFi.

The Villas at AYANA Resort

Enjoy magical sunsets from this breathtaking cliff-top location above Jimbaran. Bali luxury villas at The Villas at AYANA Resort is perfect for a honeymoon in Bali and travelers seeking an intimate haven to relax, refresh and rebalance to the tranquil island spirit. Each of the 78 spacious private pool villas in Bali features luxurious linens, indigenous artworks, separate living areas and enormous marble bathrooms. From arrival at the ‘floating’ Villa Lobby, enjoy maximum privacy and 24-hour service from internationally-certified butlers, complemented by the exclusive AYANA’s Little Luxuries and extensive on-site facilities. Cherish a floating brunch in your private pool, romantic candle-light dinner, soul-balancing massage, or lazy days with no disturbances. Or step out to indulge at Thermes Marins Bali Spa, a variety of restaurants, the iconic Rock Bar Bali, and white-sand beach.

Spa on the Rocks

Lavish Bali Spa Treatments at Spa on The Rocks
Stunningly located on rocks amidst the sparkling Indian Ocean, these two awe-inspiring spa villas are the pinnacle of the resort’s Bali luxury spa. Surrounded by the sea, each spa villa has been ingeniously designed to blend with the environment, highlighted in Indonesian ‘merbau’ wood, traditional Balinese ‘alang alang’ thatched roofs, and interiors enhanced by the natural contours of the rocks on which they sit. Experience the sound of waves gently lulling beneath, feel soft sea-breezes drift into your private villa and be invigorated by the scent of refreshing ocean mist whilst indulging in a treatment created exclusively for Bali Spa on the Rocks guests at the best spa resort in Bali.

Taste the Global Anti-Aging Treatment

This treatment is available for 4 couples/day.
This 2 hour 30 minute experience is a top-to-toe treatment to restore vital minerals to your skin, improve elasticity and firmness, and promote radiance and a more youthful, bright appearance. Starting with a nourishing and moisturizing foot wash, the treatment continues with an anti-aging body massage with an anti-oxidant modelage oil to restore skin radiance and elasticity, and coral algae scrub to remove dead skin and leave your whole body feeling like new. Then, experience a unique twist on the traditional bath with our fruit bath, containing whole oranges, apples, lemons, fresh mint leaves to infuse your skin with natural vitamins and minerals. Your age-defying treatment concludes with a 50-minute Global Anti-Aging facial to improve your facial skin’s elasticity, restore density, nourish and soften the epidermis, and renew radiance. All products are from Thermes Marin’s Global Anti-Aging range, featuring seaweed-based products and marine collagen to reduce the signs of ageing and protect the skin from harmful elements we encounter in daily life such as sun and pollutants.

Or the Diamond Miracle

This treatment is available for 4 couples/day.
Diamonds, silk, pearls and champagne: what better way to pamper yourself than with the world’s most precious, luscious elements, in the world’s most breathtaking setting. Experience two-and-a-half hours of float-away bliss with the ultra-indulgent Diamond Miracle treatment at our luxury spa resort in Bali. Your dream experience starts with a therapeutic foot soak, Coral Algalea Body Scrub and sensual ocean splash rose bath using petals from 500 red roses. A Balinese Massage using oils bound with elements of silk and pearl precedes a La Mer facial using a precious formula of sea quartz and pure diamond dust. The finale to this spectacular treatment is a fabulous feast of strawberries and chilled champagne served in sparkling crystal flutes.

Private Beach of the resort.

For in-villa pampering at AYANA Resort and Spa Bali, the professional therapists from Thermes Marins Bali Spa can deliver a range of heavenly massage treatments drawing on ancient Eastern healing philosophies.

Ocean Front Cliff Pool Villa

Each Ocean Front Cliff Pool Villa (pictured left) occupies 500sqm (5,380sqf) of indoor and outdoor living space atop the cliff above Jimbaran Bay, offering uninterrupted views of the majestic Indian Ocean and Bali’s south-west coastline.

Each AYANA Resort and Spa Bali luxury private villas affords unrivaled ocean views and blends traditional design with the latest modern comforts:

Private plunge pool and garden terrace
Sunbeds and Balinese bale for all-day relaxation
Separate bedroom and living areas
Enormous marble bathrooms with double vanities and large soaking tubs
Indoor and outdoor showers
Designer bathroom amenities

Pillow menu
42-inch plasma televisions in bedrooms and living areas
DVD player, Hi-fi stereo system and iPod docking station
Walk-in wardrobe
Complimentary bar snacks, bottled water, plunger coffee and tea

There are plenty of on-site facilities, such as : 15 restaurants and bars including priority access to the famous sunsets at Rock Bar; 11 swimming pools, private beach, 2 spas, 2 Kids’ Clubs, golf-putting and 2 fitness centers.

The Rock Bar

360 DEGREES OF SHEER GLAMOUR, ON THE ROCKS Taking the concept of “on the rocks” to a whole new level, this innovative open-top bar is perched on natural rock 14 meters above Jimbaran Bay and accessed via an inclinator that traverses the cliff-face. Rock Bar is located along the 1.3 kilometer coastline of AYANA Resort and Spa Bali, a 90-hectare property featuring 78 private luxury villas and a 290-room hotel. It has been heralded as Bali’s best bar and one of the world’s best, by authoritative sources including CNN, Forbes Travel and The New York Times.

Open 4pm to 1am daily (until 2am on Friday – Sunday)

The Rock Bar at the Ayana Resort Bali

Sunset is the busiest time; in-house guests of AYANA enjoy VIP service with priority access at the inclinator and priority seating. Night-time is just as magical but in a more intimate, sensual way, with twinkling stars above, spot-lit ocean and cooler night air.
A dress code applies: No singlets or boardshorts, and no alcohol-branded attire. Management reserves the right to refuse entry.

It is located just

20 minutes’ drive from Bali airport
5-minutes to Jimbaran Village’s art galleries, boutiques, traditional market and fish market
20-minutes to championship golf courses and shopping centers
40-minutes to Seminyak’s shopping and nightlife
1.5 hours to Ubud

Exclusive for our luxury Bali villa guests is AYANA’s signature floating brunch. Start your day in style with an unforgettable breakfast served on a floating tray in your private plunge pool. Your butler will ‘set sail’ to this three-course gourmet breakfast accompanied by plunger coffee, tea, juice and a bottle of Champagne. US$140++ per person.

Enjoy AYANA Resort and Spa Bali’s delectable cuisine without leaving the sanctuary of your villa, with a three-course Candle-Light Romantic Dinner created especially for you and served by your butler. Special menus can also be arranged for dinner parties.

The Bali sunsets seem to be the ideal point for romantic dinners…

The most spacious and acclaimed Bali luxury resort with awards from Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and CNN among many others, AYANA offers a 290-room hotel and 78 private pool villas in Bali spread out along its 1.3 kilometer coastline, in addition to 282 rooms and suites at RIMBA. For a completely indulgent romantic vacation, escape to the best villa in Bali, dine at lavish restaurants, take part in boundless resort recreation, or just relax in the five star hotel in Bali with no schedule except your next treatment at the Thermes Marins Spa and award-winning Spa on the Rocks.

It is highly recommended.

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali

Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia +62 361 702 222

Baccarat New York Hotel, the ultimate luxury destination…!

Georgia Papadon — Sun, 26 Jul 2015 10:51:46 +0000

COMMISSIONED BY A KING. CREATED BY ARTISANS.

LIFE AS AN ART FORM.

Baccarat brings modern French luxury to a hotel in NYC. A Luxury Hotel in Manhattan, known for the perfection of crystal, brings this artisanship to their hotel. See all the details here:

LOUIS XV had simple needs: he demanded all things haute. Since 1764, when Baccarat was founded
by his Royal decree, it has embodied that exacting standard, creating the stuff of celebration for
the most discerning clientele, the few who can conceive, command and, most of all, appreciate
excellence. Banish the mundane. Celebrate the extraordinary.

The Baccarat Hotel & Residences, located across from MoMA on West 53rd Street, has corrugated exterior paneling that’s inspired by the crystal brand’s products.

An LED light show featuring over 2,000 of the company’s Harcourt glasses graces the hotel’s entry.

The bold, geometric, quintessentially French restaurant, created by chef Shea Gallante,
formerly of Cru, and the legendary long-time manager of La Grenouille, Charles Masson,
resurrects the spirit of the illustrious Gallic establishments like The Colony and La Cote Basque
that were midtown landmarks for decades.

The entrance from the second-floor reception area into the Grand Salon.

Hand-pleated silk wall coverings, parquet flooring, Baccarat chandeliers, and display cases with some of the brand’s special pieces in the Grand Salon. Chef Shea Gallante, who helms the street-level Chevalier restaurant, will also oversee the all-day menu that’s offered in this area.

Adjacent to the Grand Salon is the Petit Salon, with dark wood paneling and a sparkling mica-covered vaulted ceiling.

The barrel-vaulted bar area is inspired by the stables at Versailles. The space contains custom-made chandeliers as well as artwork produced during the 251 years since the brand’s inception. There are also original works commissioned from French artists François Houtin and Armand Jonckers.

The bar area—with its velvet and leather upholstery, crystal chandeliers, and 60-foot bar—looks out onto a French-style landscaped terrace with views of MoMA. Delicious cocktails are served in Baccarat glassware.

The living-and-dining area of the one-bedroom Prestige Suite.

The bedroom of the Prestige Suite. Guest rooms feature custom-made Mascioni jacquard bed linens, cashmere throws, crystal lighting, and marble baths. From $899/night; baccarathotels.com

The ten most impressive hotel beds

Georgia Papadon — Fri, 03 Jul 2015 16:55:07 +0000

There are some places that everybody deserves to see them at least once in lifetime. There are unique, mysterious and most of the times,…sexy… Here I exclusively chose the best ten more impressive hotel beds ,that I highy recommend to you. Enjoy !

Ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya

Ol Donyo Lodge (formerly known as Ol Donyo Wuas), is located on the south-western flank of the volcanic Chyulu Hills, on the 1,000km² Mbirikani Group Ranch, facing Kilimanjaro across the savannah. A safari lodge originally built in 1987 by bush pilot and conservationist Richard Bonham, it was transformed in 2008 into a designer safari base for horseriding, bush walking and game drives.

The spectacularly chic Ol Donyo Lodge is one of Kenya’s most outstanding bush lodges. I love the magnificent views, the real flair in the graceful, earthy design and the beauty and fascination of the environment. The lodge’s conservation work and their engagement with the local Maasai seem great – though we hope that they solve their water supply problem, as it is a fly in the otherwise excellent ointment.

One by The Five, Paris , France

A unique place from which to explore Paris. A magical experience for fans of the unusual. Let yourself be transported to a dream world…

One By The Five, a concept hotel of one suite, is more than an invitation: it is the entrance of the awakened dreamer’s den. You will live a new experience in this luxurious and unique suite: your heart will reach the clouds and your body will defy the laws of gravity. Declare your love in a special place and make your wedding night, proposal or anniversary a wonderful memory full of emotions.

The Standard High Line New York

The Standard, High Line, formerly The Standard, is an 18-story luxury boutique hotel located at 848 Washington Street between West 13th and Little West 12th Streets in the Meatpacking District of Manhattan, New York City. It stands 57 feet (17 m) above street level, above the High Line, a former elevated railroad track reconstructed into a linear park. The hotel, which has 337 guest rooms, was designed by the architects Ennead Architects (formerly Polshek Partnership) and was completed in 2009. Architype Review, an online architecture publication, heralded the hotel as being “straightforward, [and] thoughtfully conceived, [something] that is all too rare in the City today.

Attrap’Reves France

SLEEP UNDER THE STARS WITH ALL THE COMFORT OF A HOTEL ROOM

ATTRAP’RÊVES invites you to an unusual and romantic moment… A cosmic and poetic experience… An unforgettable souvenir for both of you…

A tinted and romantic cocoon for a marriage proposal, an anniversary or an original gift. A queen size bed with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside… Alone with Mother Nature!

At nightfall, contemplate the milky way! Everything here is designed not to close your eyes! Hush, here’s the moon showing its face…Sweet bubble dreams!

Wolwedans Dunes Lodge Namimbia, Africa

The Dunes Lodge is perched on top of a dune plateau, overlooking panoramic vistas in all directions and capturing the beauty of the desert in a most memorable way.

The building style is a combination of wooden structures and canvas blinds, opening up to the desert beyond. The lodge reflects the ambience of a tented camp, but provides the comfort and protection of a permanent building. Each of the nine spacious chalets with en-suite bathrooms has a private verandah, which connects you to vast stretches of untouched sand. Sleeping with your canvas blinds open is just like sleeping under the stars.

Whitepod Switzerland

High-tech Eco-Camp for snow excitement and summer fun.

Whitepod offers a highly exclusive Alpine experience. A hi-tech eco camp for just 30 guests situated over 1700m high in the Swiss Alps, offering the ultimate in luxury and adventure.

Whitepod offers a high-tech solution to the challenge of creating a different, eco-friendly way of catching up with yourself, in the natural beauty of the Swiss alps both in Winter – and SUMMER ! The resort has left little mark on the environment, but made a great mark in eco tourism – Winning the Responsible Tourism Award for Innovation.

The 15 geodesic dome pods that make up Whitepod have been equipped with traditional furnishings and high quality insulation, which coupled with a simple wood burning stove keeps you comfortably warm in winter and cool in summer.

The pods are lit by lanterns. Covered with white canvas in the winter and green in the summer, they blend perfectly into the surrounding landscape.

Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden

An ice hotel in Jukkasjärvi also offers a beautiful experience of sleeping in icy rooms as well as warm chalets, guided tours and other activities. The hotel opens its doors for visitors during the day displaying art works and allowing people enjoy the look of ice architecture.

Hotel Kakslauttanen, Finland

Arctic Resort

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort is located high up above the Arctic Circle, in the north-east corner of Finnish Lapland. This secluded log cabin village is the ultimate location for an arctic romantic break. As a highlight of your stay, you will overnight in either a snow or glass igloo – both options provide an unforgettable experience!

Every winter several structures are built from ice and snow near the log cabin village: these are the Ice Gallery, the Bar made of Ice, the Ice Chapel and the World’s Largest Snow Restaurant. Every December, the best ice sculptors in the world come to Kakslauttanen to participate in the international ice-sculpting week which takes place at the Ice Gallery and Arctic Resort; the creations remain on view during the rest of winter.

During your three-night stay at Kakslauttanen you can try exhilarating winter safaris by reindeer, husky, and snowmobile or take part in an ice/snow rally. The choice is yours!

The Mirrorcube Treehouse Hotel, Sweden

The Mirrorcube is an exciting hide-out among the trees, camouflaged by mirrored walls that reflect their surroundings. The dimensions are 4x4x4 metres. The base consists of an aluminum frame around the tree trunk and the walls are covered with reflective glass.

The interior is made from plywood with a birch surface. The six windows provide a stunning panoramic view. The Mirrorcube offers excellent accommodation for two people with a double bed, bathroom, lounge, and rooftop terrace. A 12-meter-long bridge leads up to the treeroom.

Britta’s Pensionat is open for Treehotel’s guests, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in an authentic 1930-1950’s setting. There’s a restaurant, bar, sauna and relaxation area, TV, and internet. When you arrive at Treehotel, you first check at Britta’s pensionat; then it’s a short stroll through the breathtaking nature to your treeroom.

A total of 8-10 rooms have been planned for the forest area around Harads. Right now we offer six unique treerooms, built in 2010, 2011 and 2013 and designed by some of Scandinavia’s leading architects.

Crazy Bear Beaconsfield, UK

Crazy Bear Beaconsfield offers luxury and flamboyance in a traditional setting, less than 30 minutes by train from London Marylebone.

All the individually designed bedrooms have an en suite shower room, and some boast a copper bath that fills from the ceiling. Molton Brown toiletries and bathrobes are included. Other features include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and touch-activated mood lighting.

The oldest documented building in Beaconsfield, Crazy Bear Beaconsfield is only 2 minutes’ drive from J2 M40 and 10 minutes’ drive from Beaconsfield Golf Course.

Destination of the week : The Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong

Georgia Papadon — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 17:04:44 +0000

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong (Chinese: 香港麗思卡爾頓酒店) is a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company five-star hotel, located in the International Commerce Centre, West Kowloon, Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is known around the world as the City of Life, for few places can match its vibrant, ceaseless energy. Feel the vibe as you journey from the entrance on Austin Road all the way to the lobby on the 103rd floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, one of the finest 5 star hotels in the upscale West Kowloon enclave.
Where Hong Kong Island has The Peak, Kowloon has the International Commerce Centre (ICC). Seated atop this majestic structure, the seventh tallest in the world, and the highest in Hong Kong, the stunning luxury hotel boasts incomparable views of Victoria Harbour and the glimmering skyline of neighbouring Hong Kong Island. Inside, soaring architectural elements encrusted with custom glass artwork echo the signature glamour of the city below.

The spirit of this multidimensional city flows throughout every corner of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, from the hotel’s two Michelin-starred restaurants, to awe-inspiring 118th-floor bar, Ozone, the highest of its kind.

Your dream vacation begins with a panoramic view of Hong Kong at the #HighestHotel in the world.

A destination for locals and international travellers alike, the luxury hotel has become a microcosm of this vast and diverse city filled with excitement and exuberance.

Offering 312 rooms, it occupies the 102nd to 118th floors of the Sun Hung Kai Properties-owned International Commerce Centre, making it the world’s-highest hotel. The hotel features both a bar and a pool located on the 118th floor, which are the highest bar and swimming pool in the world, at 484 metres (1,588 ft) above ground level. The owner is Sun Hung Kai Properties.

The hotel opened for business on 29 March 2011.

The 2,800 m² or 30,000 sq ft Presidential Suite is on the 117th floor. The hotel’s arrival lobby is on the 9th floor where guests are greeted by receptionists and taken to express elevators. The express elevators take guests 425 m (1,394 ft) above the ground in 50 seconds to the main lobby on the 103rd floor.

Guest keycards are required to use the hotel elevators to access the hotel rooms on floors 104–117 and the swimming pool and gym on floor 118. An exclusive club lounge for guests staying in club rooms and suites is located on floor 116 along with the spa.

Three restaurants, Tosca (an Italian restaurant), Chinese restaurant Tin Lung Heen are located one floor below reception on floor 102, while CAFÉ 103 is on floor 103.

Tin Lung Heen has been honoured with two michelin stars.

Tosca is presided by two star Michelin chef Pino Lavarra. Tosca was honoured with one Michelin star only eight months after Chef Pino took over as director.

The suite can be reserved for a Summer romance at 420 meters above sea level.

Indulge in a wonderful afternoon filled with complimentary flow of Dom Pérignon Champagne and a tempting semi-buffet at Ozone.

Surrounded by an exquisite book collection and the expansive ocean view, the Club guests enjoy moments of tranquility at The Club Lounge Library.

Amongst all public parks in Hong Kong, Nan Lian Garden distinguishes itself for its classical Tang Dynasty style. The delicate Chinese architecture, the scenery of rocks and ponds, and the lush and vibrant plants will give you a unique impression of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is not just a modern metropolis. At the Hong Kong Global Geopark of China at Sai Kung, you will be amazed by the abundant natural resources and endless views of the blue ocean.

Join the afternoon Harbour Cruise at Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier. It is a great way to explore the city. You may also visit the Avenue of the Stars, the famous Golden Bauhinia and the Maritime Museum.

It is beyond compare to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at a sky-high spa with my dearest Company….

Tai Kok Tsui Ferry Pier, located on the Kowloon side, is on our list of “Hidden Gems in Town”. You will enjoy a great view of the Kowloon peninsula and Hong Kong Island, and discover the daily lives of local fishermen.

The pool is located on top of the world!

A lovely afternoon at The Lounge & Bar stars a classic English tea set with aerial views of Victoria Harbour.

Grilled lobster, rib eye steak, sea bass, an extensive selection of cheeses sourced from Italy. There is always a reserved table for you and your loved ones to enjoy a delectable Sunday Brunch at Tosca through here :.http://goo.gl/FCDv4B

Ozone Bar

Get sky high and spend a wonderful Saturday night with your dearest ones. Enjoy stylish surrounds, mouthwatering drinks and breathtaking views.

Unveil the weekend with a bottle of bubbly and tempting tapas at the world’s highest bar. http://goo.gl/2tW811

A platter of juicy oysters is best paired with white wine and a fascinating sunset viewed from The Lounge & Bar. http://goo.gl/Ob0C91

Make this Dragontini as a toast to a happy Friday at Ozone.

To soothe your skin in the allergy-inducing season of spring, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA launches a unique Shell Power Treatment, optimizing the time-tested therapeutic benefits of both cold and warm tiger striped clam shells. http://goo.gl/6pa1nz

A “suite” getaway with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour awaits at the #HighestHotel in the world.

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is one of the 115 hotels worldwide to achieve Forbes Five-Star, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA is one of the 48 spas worldwide to achieve Five-Star, the third consecutive year among the highest-rated.