August 1, 2008
The world’s first sand castle hotel has recently opened at weymouth beach in the seaside town of dorset in the UK. The hotel was constructed from approximately 1000 tonnes of sand, built over 15sqm reaching a height of 4m. The open air family room with a sea-side view has a double and single bed made of sand which will set you back a mere $21 (£10) a night to sleep under the starry skies.
August 1, 2008
Kruger National Park
Singita Kruger National Park is situated where two rivers meet, in an exclusive game-rich 15 000 hectares concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park.Singita Lebombo Lodge has been designed around the theme of a luxury eagle’s nest with 15 loft-style suites perched high above the Nwanetsi River.Nestled low on the Sweni River, the more intimate Singita Sweni Lodge boasts six exclusive suites on the water’s edge.
Lebombo Lodge
Sweni Lodge
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August 1, 2008
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Rank |
2006 |
Name/web site |
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1 |
3 |
Oberoi udaivilas, Udaipur, India /oberoiudaivilas |
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2 |
1 |
Singita sabi sand, krugernational park, South Africa/singita sabi sand |
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3 |
9 |
The Oriental, Bangkok /Mandarinoriental |
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4 |
48 |
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul , Sultanahmet/Fourseasons |
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5 |
n/a |
Milestone Hotel, London/ milestone hotel |
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6 |
n/a |
Relais Il Falconiere, Cortona, Italy/Ilfalconiere |
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7 |
97 |
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa/ Sabisabi |
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8 |
n/a |
Mandarin Oriental, Munich/ Mandarinoriental
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|
9 |
12 |
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Hawaii /Fourseasons |
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10 |
54 |
Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, India /amarvilas |
July 31, 2008
Singita Game Reserves-About-singita
Singita (‘place of miracles’) is world-renowned for providing ‘the best safari experience in Africa’ and has notched up virtually every hotel and travel award since its inception in the mid-90s.
South Africa
There are five lodges in two equally special parts of South Africa, both famous for their exquisite beauty and abundance of the ‘Big 5’. The founding lodges, Singita Ebony and Boulders Lodges and Castleton Camp are located within the Sabi Sand Reserve – the world’s best leopard viewing area. Singita Lebombo and Singita Sweni Lodges are found along the far eastern reaches of the Kruger National Park – a remote wilderness area known for its concentration of lions.
Singita Sabi Sand offers rare solitude and the ultimate in safari luxury on 18 000 hectares of prime game viewing land.Ebony and Boulders, overlooking the Sand River, offer lavish surroundings that have earned Singita the highest international accolades.
Ebony Lodge
Boulders Lodge
Castleton Camp
Kruger National Park
Singita Kruger National Park is situated where two rivers meet, in an exclusive game-rich 15 000 hectares concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park.Singita Lebombo Lodge has been designed around the theme of a luxury eagle’s nest with 15 loft-style suites perched high above the Nwanetsi River.Nestled low on the Sweni River, the more intimate Singita Sweni Lodge boasts six exclusive suites on the water’s edge.
Lebombo Lodge
Sweni Lodge
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July 28, 2008
The Beach House at Manafaru Maldives is located in the Haa Alifu Atoll in the Northern Maldives and is surrounded by coral reef lagoons. Upon arrival at Malé International Airport, guests will be met by a representative from The Beach House who will transport them to the 45 minute domestic flight. This allows guests the chance to fly over some of the most beautiful Maldivian islands. The Beach House not only benefits from having some absolutely stunning natural beaches but it also has a wealth of vegetation which is very rare in the Maldives.The Manafaru Retreat encompasses of a selection of beach villas, water villas and grand water suites. Each villa is totally private surrounded by lush tropical vegetation with a private pool and sala. Villas offer intimate luxury and are designed in a contemporary style with sleek lines and chic minimalism, as the spectacular views of the surrounding beauty are the main focal point. This is complemented with rich dark woods, crisp white linens and natural fabrics. Each of the villas also come fully equipped with a range of state of the art amenities which include a flat screen LCD TV, CD and DVD players, high speed internet access, coffee making machine, Egyptian cotton linens and pillow menu, terrace sun bed, double bathroom and dressing area, oversized terrazzo bath, hairdryer, personal safe and mood enhancing lighting. Seven nights at The Beach House start at from £1,779 per person.
July 25, 2008
Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, is a city of majestic palaces and beautiful lakes. Here, adorning the banks of Lake Pichola and standing witness to the historic City Palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal era.The grand setting combined with palatial architecture and a beautiful spa offers an experience created exclusively for those who know there is nothing like too much luxury.
The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur (India) is designed to resemble a minature domed palace said to be “painted to evoke heaven.” This 200-year-old hunting lodge is know for its large airy treatment suites. Guests wanting to experience the ultimate in the art of healing can take advantage of the Ayurvedic therapies (based on the ancient Indian art of healing), at one of the of the Oberoi Udaivilas spa’s private therapy suites, many of which overlook Lake Pichola. Other treatments range from aromatherapy to massage therapy.
The hotel is adorned with hand- painted murals, arches and fountains. Landscaped terraces and acres of white marble. The resort’s 20-acre wildlife conservatory, houses peacock and Indian spotted deer.
source -hotel-ratesl / udaivilas / tripadvisor
July 18, 2008
partnered with Tiffany Japan to bring such a phone, that will be sold for 10 million Japanese Yens, meaning about $93,600. It cannot compete against the world’s most expensive phone, Goldvish Le Million, which costs more than 1 million USD, but it’s still a terribly expensive device. The handset comes encrusted in no less than 400 diamonds, totaling a bit over 20 carats .
July 17, 2008
The Beach House at Manafaru Maldives is located in the Haa Alifu Atoll in the Northern Maldives and is surrounded by coral reef lagoons. Upon arrival at Malé International Airport, guests will be met by a representative from The Beach House who will transport them to the 45 minute domestic flight. This allows guests the chance to fly over some of the most beautiful Maldivian islands. The Beach House not only benefits from having some absolutely stunning natural beaches but it also has a wealth of vegetation which is very rare in the Maldives.The Manafaru Retreat encompasses of a selection of beach villas, water villas and grand water suites. Each villa is totally private surrounded by lush tropical vegetation with a private pool and sala. Villas offer intimate luxury and are designed in a contemporary style with sleek lines and chic minimalism, as the spectacular views of the surrounding beauty are the main focal point. This is complemented with rich dark woods, crisp white linens and natural fabrics. Each of the villas also come fully equipped with a range of state of the art amenities which include a flat screen LCD TV, CD and DVD players, high speed internet access, coffee making machine, Egyptian cotton linens and pillow menu, terrace sun bed, double bathroom and dressing area, oversized terrazzo bath, hairdryer, personal safe and mood enhancing lighting. Seven nights at The Beach House start at from £1,779 per person.
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