Ten minutes from the airport, just beyond Marigot Cove, you will find the Hotel Guanahani, amidst abundant tropical vegetation, on a hilltop, looking out over the dark blue of the Atlantic. Set in an idyllic landscape, the hotel has managed to combine charm with refinement. In its vast and wonderful garden, the cactus, bougainvilleas and hibiscus play a symphony of colours and scents. The Guanahani's starling cottages reply with their beautiful shades of "West Indian" pastel.
The Pudong Shangri-La in Shanghai is currently the biggest hotel in the hotel chain, with 981 rooms on the 36 floors of an ultra-modern glass tower, designed by New York architects Kohn Pedersen Fox. The hotel is located in the heart of the business district, called Lujiazu, on the east bank of the Huangpu River, next to the Bund. Since becoming the new business district in the 1990s, the Bund is proud to be home to some of the finest architectural creations of the 21st century.
Beautiful and spacious interiors (the smallest suites measure 80 m²), subtle decoration, a personalised welcome...The Mauritian group Constance (Prince Maurice, Belle Mare...) have looked after every detail when creating the Lémuria Resort of Praslin in its natural surroundings. The lighting, softly enhancing the warm tones of exotic woods, has been carefully chosen so it does not disturb the sea turtles when they come to lay their eggs on the beach at night... This is the magic of the Seychelles !
Nestled against the ramparts of the Médina of the former Mogador, the former palace of caïd Mbark Saïdi has become L'Heure Bleue Palais. An adorable fine hotel which offers to the travellers the exquisite refinement of a luxury hotel as well as the warm welcome of a guest house. This will certainly be the place to go to next time you spend a weekend by the Atlantic...
The Domaine des Andéols is located in the south of France in Saint Saturnin-d'Apt, near Gordes, 45 km from Avignon and 25 km from Cavaillon. One kilometre away from the village of Saint-Saturnin d’Apt, the Domaine des Andéols is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by dozens of hectares of vineyards, olive trees and hills covered with cork oaks. Halfway between a luxury hotel and a private residence, this place is unique. Moreover, it is ideally situated so you can go off on a discovery of the beautiful Luberon villages : Bonnieux, Ménerbes, Gordes….
Between the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator, Saint Vincent Island and Granada, Canouan Island is nestled in the heart of the Grenadines islands. With its coconut tree-lined white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, Canouan is heaven on earth for sail lovers, but also an ideal diving spot encircled by a large coral reef. In spite of a boom in tourism, Canouan has managed to preserve its authentic charm by favouring upscale tourism as offered by the Raffles Resort. The dry season (from December to May) is perfect for basking in the sun in the middle of winter. Canouan's small airport allows for easy connection with the main neighbouring airports (Martinique, St Lucie, Granada, St Vincent, etc). The hotel, which opened its doors in July 2004, is equipped with a "Donald Trump" 18-hole golf course designed by Jim Fazio.
Mauritius, the most popular destination of the Indian Ocean, has decided to turn the shores of its lagoon into five-star accommodations. With the arrival of the world's best hotel chains on the former Isle of France one hotel managed to keep its authentic style and charm: the Royal Palm Hotel, "the" palace of the Mauritius. The only hotel that welcomes their VIPs at the airport in... a Rolls Royce, latest model!
Situated on the cliffs of the Amalfi coast, the small village of Praiano is charming in many ways. First of all, it is only 5 kilometres away from Positano, well known for its multicoloured houses sliding down the hill towards a black sand beach. This stunning panorama can be admired from Casa Angelina's terraces. White-tinted, the hotel marries elegant design with a hearty welcome enticing one into la Dolce Vita : the good life, Italian style. The programme of the visits includes the Island of Capri, Napoli and Ravello to the south.
Off the north west coast of Madagascar, 40 miles from the port of Nosy-Bé, the Island of Tsarabanjina is a mini-paradise in the archipelago of Mitsio. It is a private island, surrounded by a coral reef, whose luxuriant vegetation shelters birds such as the peccant eagle and the famous bird of paradise... As well as a couple of luxury bungalows offering you a chic and charming hideaway.
Buenos Aires shelters an large French, Italian and Spanish community exiled to South America, and giving it a very European feel. Many hotels have been built or restored to meet an increasing tourist demand, this is the case for the Faena Hotel. Alan Faena and Philippe Starck have transformed this former grain elevator into a modern and luxurious hotel, located in the heart of El Porteno, the artist district, in Puerto Madero. Built from imported Manchester bricks a century ago, the Belle Epoque building now has a younger look thanks to a spectacular restoration, making it among one of the most interesting hotels in the capital. Imagine a red glass-fronted door standing 10 meters-high, opening onto the "Cathedral", a corridor 80 meters long lit by huge engraved glass windows. Everything, about this 15,000 square metres of hotel, including the theatrical decor, is larger than life.
Necker Island is an island-hotel located in the north-eastern part of the British Virgin Islands, in the Caribbean.
Renovated by Ian Schrager, this hotel is the in-place for rock stars, models and artists and has become popular thanks to its charm and intimate atmosphere. A beautiful chimney, oak ceilings, carmine-cut velvet upholstered sofas are awaiting you in this refined decor, with its warm, friendly tones. Exceptional wall tapestries, ingenious furniture by renowned designers, as well as fine art, harmonize with materials and fabrics selected by artist Julian Schnabel, in collaboration with Michael Overington and Anda Andrei. The result : a private residence-style hotel with rich influences. Not to be missed : the very charming glazed terrace with small lounges, which encircles the building and offers a superb view of Gramercy Park.
The Prince Maurice hotel is located in the Indian Ocean, on the East coast of the island, by 45 km away from the airport, and 35 km of St Louis, the capital. The hotel is surrounded by 60 hectares of deep nature and forest. This almost isolated island, lined by stranded beaches, brings to the tourists a unique sensation.
Albion is located on a 21-hectare estate with planted trees of a rare species that opens onto a bay with two white, sandy beaches. Bordering on the Indian Ocean, on the western coast of the Mauritius Island, this paradise will win you over with its refreshingly relaxing lifestyle and its natural setting, hidden like a precious gem, between majestic and coastal mountains. The turquoise waters and the lush vegetation top this enchanting setting. The 5 trident-village of the Club Med solicited the services of well-known architects and designers to ensure the well-preserved landscape would not be disfigured. The result: decorated rooms and areas set-up to harmoniously integrate into the surrounding nature as well as local culture and architecture. A little slice of paradise...!
Here you will spend delightful days in the midst of a majestic natural setting, on the banks of the arroyo Calafate, in a 4-hectare park with a breath-taking view of the Cerro Calafate, overlooking the Los Sauces Casa Patagonià. In the finest tradition of Argentinian hospitality, this luxurious hotel-boutique welcomes its guests in 38 suites spread out over 5 estancias. The music, evening campfires, great food, a lovely garden and a charming spa which brings comfort to your soul, body and mind are the special features of this unique resort... You will definitely enjoy an unforgettable stay.
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