Empire period residence

The Pays d’Auge is the area of Normandy known for its rolling fields, orchards, stud farms and a good glass of cider or pommeau depending on the time of day। Sheltered from the elements which can pound the coastline this is a land where the climate and soil are so good you can grow almost anything, where rivers cut through deep and twisting valleys and where the landscape is carpeted in apple blossom.
It is here, amidst the timber fronted houses, at the heart of one of the best designated cider producing areas that you will find the Chateau les Bruyères, an Empire period residence and 18th century manor house, now lovingly transformed into a charming hotel and gourmet restaurant।

Luxury Design Hotel in Singapore

Nestled at the edge of Chinatown, the New Majestic is a convenient 20 min drive from the airport, and just a two min walk away from the Outram Park MRT station. The city is located just five minutes drive from the hotel.
The “New Asia” style of hospitality finds one of its most rarefied expressions in the New Majestic, located in the heart of Singapore’s Chinatown। An open-concept period-inspired lobby shows the imaginative possibilities of this marriage of old and new, or “heritage chic”, as the hotel calls its particular design savvy, which also takes into account its period furniture dating from the 1920s to the 1960s.
ndividually designed rooms, 30 in all, continue the mix of vintage and designer furniture, customized baths, and can include private gardens and six-meter ceilings in attic-style suites। Five rooms have also been personalized by some of Singapore’s most influential talents from cinema, theatre and fashion. Every detail from bedding – the New Majestic calls it a ‘bedscape’ – to bathroom – freestanding copper tubs – has been re-imagined. Some rooms feature floor to ceiling mirrors; others feature aquarium-themed transparent bathrooms. Back downstairs, The Majestic Restaurant is a sleek reinterpretation of one of Singapore’s favourite Chinese dining rooms and serves modern Cantonese cuisine.

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If you are itching for something a little more adventurous, the hotel is just minute away from a helipad which can take you on a tour of the surrounding mountains and ocean, perfect for the photographer at heart or just to take it all in.

After a long day of sightseeing be sure to rest up in the hotel’s Willow Stream Spa. In true Vancouver style, all of the treatments here are pure and natural using only the most organic of ingredients. The spa also offers a tranquil lounge, yoga studio as well as a boutique or Willow Stream’s signature products

Aside from the great drinks Elixir also wins the gold for great food. Perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner, Elixir Bistro uses only the finest ingredients while honoring sustainable seafood practices. Let Executive Chef Don Letendre and Chef du Cuisine Keiran Flaherty show you how food is supposed to taste. You wont be disappointed!

Although the Opus Hotel is fully booked during the Olympic Games, the next time you are in Vancouver be sure to book your stay at the Opus Hotel though Kiwi Collection।

Best New Hotels 2007: Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

In the desert Disneyland that is Dubai, hotels are going up faster than you can say dishdasha. The new Kempinski Hotel is one that stands out amongst the considerable crowd – for sheer audacity alone. It has the world’s third-largest indoor ski resort; it’s attached to the biggest shopping mall outside North America and it boasts some of the largest guest rooms in the city. For the true ski tragic, 15 of the hotel’s deluxe rooms and suites are ‘ski chalets’ with views over the slope.

Guests who are health conscious can make use of the hotel’s Fitness Center during their stay, as well as the indoor swimming pools (one 216 square meter adult pool and a 15 square meter kid’s pool).

The hotel also has a spa, called “Serenity Spa”, which is one of Beijing’s finest. Relax, de-stress and re-energize here either by yourself, with your partner or with your friends.

You’ll find lots of treatment options available to keep you feeling fresh and beautiful.

The Regent Beijing also provides quite a few dining options as it features five restaurants and lounges. You can get a bit of a taste of home here since a wide variety of international cuisine is served in addition to traditional Chinese meals.

If you’re visiting Beijing this year, you will definitely want to be close to some of the city’s most famous sights and shops. For visitors who want to be right in the thick of things, The Regent Beijing Hotel is one of the best places to stay.

Think of being mere minutes away from the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Wangfujing Shopping – “location” is one of the many reasons why visitors will want to stay at the Regent Beijing Hotel, found in the city’s historical center.

This gorgeous 500-room hotel is new to our collection, so we’re excited to share it with all of our readers who are planning on traveling to China this year!

Guest rooms at the Regent Beijing are of a contemporary design. We really like the simplicity here, which gives guests a totally unpretentious and modern atmosphere. If you want an excellent view, be sure to ask for a room that overlooks the Forbidden City. (We think that view is a true sightseer’s dream).

And speaking of sightseeing – you can enjoy the view into your very own room from the washroom, which has a fun glass wall that looks out into the bedroom.

Nothing makes or breaks a stay like a good wash – and with a luxurious tub and separate shower, guests can enjoy their bathing method of choice to rinse away the day’s stress. We also enjoy the plush bath robes and bath products available to guests in each room.

If service and VIP treatment are important elements of your hotel stay, then you won’t be disappointed at this Beijing luxury hotel.

The staff here pride themselves on their attentive and personalized service. And, guests who book either the Executive Room or Executive Suites receive some additional value during their stays such as: express check-in and check-out, daily evening cocktails (from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.), complimentary internet access, complimentary pressing of one suit, butler service and more.

Hotel Punta Islita:
Come and get pampered with authentic Costa Rican charm at the Hotel Punta Islita in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Developed in full synergy with its neighboring communities, inter-weaved with nature and featuring local art, gives this luxury hotel a truly authentic feel. And if you are a spa lover you are in for a special treat at their Casa Spa which offers treatments in the traditional healing arts with herbal wisdom of the native Chorotega tribes.

Mandarin Oriental Sanya:
Overlooking the South China sea from China’s only tropical island is the Mandarin Oriental Sanya. Every room has a perfect view of the sea, lush landscaped gardens and their pristine protected coral beach. Spacious interiors combine contemporary design with artistic touches inspired by Sanya’s ethnic minority culture. This is a place you won’t find anywhere else.

Maia Luxury Resort and Spa:
Located on the main island of Mahe in the Republic of Seychelles, an archipelago nation of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, is the beautiful Maia Luxury Resort and Spa. This area is widely considered to be the world’s most perfect, unspoiled islands. Bask in the lush green surroundings and savor the panoramic view of the ocean from their villas on the hillcrest. Maia also offers the most delectable Mediterranean cuisine complemented by Asian and Creole influences.

Pacific Resort Aitutaki:
Escape to one of the most beautiful islands in the world; Aitutaki, Cook Islands. Enjoy pure white sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and coral atoll at the Pacific Resort Aitutaki. With just twenty seven luxurious beachfront bungalows, suites and villas all with their own personal panoramic view of this world-famous lagoon makes for a perfect romantic getaway.

The Chedi Muscat:
Simple elegance and ageless charm is the perfect way to describe The Chedi Muscat located on the stunning Boushar Beachfront in Oman. All of the rooms and suites offer exclusive access to the crystal Gulf waters, turquoise pools bordered by cabanas, a water garden and a private stretch of beautiful sandy shore. This is truly the perfect luxury oasis.

Conrad Bali:
Imagine seven hectares of secluded tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls, lagoons and a pristine 350 mile beach. This is Conrad Bali, one of the most beautiful luxury resorts in Thailand. And with a 24 hour personal assistant to cater to your every whim, you might just start to think you are in heaven on earth.

Amanwella:
Situated amidst a mature coconut grove close to the village of Tangalle in Southern Sri Lanka, the Amanwella luxury resort is the perfect place to enjoy your sex on the beach. Each of its 30 beach front suites offer their own private plunge pool and open up on both sides to enjoy the cooling sea breezes off the Indian Ocean.

St. Regis Princeville Resort:
What could be better than a perfect island setting at one of the most beautiful hotels in Hawaii? The St. Regis Princeville Resort on the island of Kauai is world famous for its ocean views and is just minutes away from well known Napali and Waimea Canyon. Spend your days here soaking in the sun with your cocktail or play a few rounds on their golf course which is one of the best in America.

Outrigger Serenity Terraces Resort Phuket:
Indulge in a tropical escape at the Outrigger Serenity Terraces Resort in Phuket, Thailand. Set on a lovely beach at Chalong Bay, enjoy sweeping ocean views from their roof top decks, rest up in their beautiful gardens or catch some sun in one of their beachfront lofts with private swimming pools. Be sure to take advantage for their Wellbeing Centre offering therapeutic massage, beauty treatments and holistic healing.

Sivory Punta Cana:
Located in the fabulous Dominican Republic and situated on a private beach, Sivory Punta Cana is a Caribbean dream. Each luxurious suite is designed with privacy in mind along golden sand and clear water. Take time out for yourself and relax in their spa or dine on world class gourmet cuisine. Once you experience this luxury resort you may never want to leave.

Who doesn’t love the beach, the sun and a delicious fruity cocktail while you are busy doing nothing? Don’t take the deliberate sexual double entendre lightly, Sex on the Beach goes down easy and is sure to help make a night to remember।
This relatively young cocktail was invented around the end of the 80’s for the promotion of peach schnapps, and since sex is often associated with cocktails, the name Sex on the Beach fix quite nicely. This drink is perfect for any location and a hip open mind is required.

Make your own sex on the beach:

-2 oz. Vodka
-1 oz. Peach Schnapps
-2 oz. Orange juice
-2 oz. Cranberry juice

Bring all of the ingredients into a shaker, shake and pour into a highball glass filled with ice.

Need a beach vacation? We’ve got some of the most luxurious places from around the world to enjoy that perfect Sex on the Beach:

URBN Hotels Shanghai:
Say hello to China’s first carbon neutral hotel, the URBN Hotels Shanghai. This eco-chic, 26-room luxury hotel has been created with 100% locally made or reclaimed materials all while reflecting Shanghai’s unique and dynamic character. And before you leave the hotel, URBN give you the chance to offset you own carbon foot print by taking part in their Million Tree Project to plant one million needed trees in China by 2014.

Sofitel Xian On Renmin Square:
Ideally situated on Renmin Square and close to many of the city’s historical sites, Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square is perfect for those who would love to expose some of the great sites China has to offer. This luxury hotel integrates the best of modern living from stylish suites, restaurants, and a grand theater within the ambiance of historical treasures.

Mandarin Oriental Sanya:
Ever thought you could have a tropical getaway in China? Set on the southern tip of China’s only tropical island, Hainan, the Mandarin Oriental Sanya where you can indulge in a luxury beach resort where there’s always a cozy place to take a nap in the sun. Surrounded by the crystal clear South China Sea where every villa enjoys the view will is a tropical getaway you will never forget.

Park Hyatt Shanghai:
Best known for its incomparable level of personalized service, The Park Hyatt, Shanghai is a luxurious modern Chinese residence in the heart of Shanghai’s business district. Housed in one of the tallest buildings in the world each room offers breathtaking views of the city or the Huangpu River. Recently the Park Hyatt, Shanghai is also the recipient of Interior Design Magazines award for “Best Corporate Hotel Award”.

The Opposite House:
Located in the cosmopolitan district of Sanlitun, The Opposite House is a welcomed oasis from the hustle and bustle of Beijing. At this luxury hotel you will find an extraordinary mix of old and new wit a design and style unlike anything you will have seen. Complete with its very own art house and spacious studio suites, The Opposite House is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.

W Hong Kong:
Found on the famous Kowloon side of Hong Kong, the W Hong Kong is the perfect luxury hangout if you want to see and be seen in one of the city’s most interesting areas. Rooms are a spacious 420 to 2,000 square feet, which is definitely a luxury in Hong Kong where space is hard to find. You’ll find excellent shopping, great restaurants and lounges right on the premises at this hotel – so people who are only in the city for a short time can still live it up large here.

Pangu 7 Star Hotel Beijing:
Pangu 7 Star hotel, Beijing, is one of the city’s most unique hotels. This luxury hotel in Beijing is shaped like a dragon, and stretches the length of seven football fields. The hotel is awe-inspiring, that’s for sure, because it also soars 19 stories above ground. We love that every room has a traditional Chinese painting. One of the best features of this hotel is its location – right next to the Dragon Corridor Boutique Street filled with flagship stores and international brands. Last minute Christmas shopping anyone?

The PuLi Hotel and Spa:
Right in the thick of things, the PuLi Hotel and Spa has a great, convenient location in Shanghai. The city itself is ancient and quite historical, and the PuLi Hotel and Spa is modern gem right in the middle of it. Think deep earth tones, luxurious fixtures, comfy beds and a streamlined design. Whatever you do, make sure to spend some time at the spa here. And, to top it off, this hotel was recently voted the best new hotel by TravelWeekly.

The Peninsula Shanghai:
Have a little art deco with your China White when you stay at the Peninsula Shanghai hotel. This gorgeous retreat recently opened in October 2009 and has 235 guest rooms of pure luxury. The design is inspired by the Art Deco period and the Golden Age, so if you’re a fan of this style you will absolutely love it here. And, another special treat you’ll get when you stay here is amazing views of the city – the historic Bund, the Huangpu River, Pudong and gardens of the former British Consulate.

Grand Hyatt Macau:
A high-end retreat for both business travelers and sightseers, Grand Hyatt Macau is a grand hotel of 791 rooms and suites. When you walk through the lobby, be sure to enjoy the enticing smells of Peaking duck. Also, be sure to spend some time taking in the fabulous décor here – the lobby has a great glass chandelier depicting rain.

The Upper House:
Maybe a boutique hotel is more your style. If so, The Upper House in Hong Kong is exactly what you’ll be in the mood for. The Upper House hotel boasts excellent views of historical Victoria Harbor and has an understated style that we really love here at Kiwi Collection. Check it out if you’re in the mood for a very special treat this season

Regent Beijing:
Classic, luxurious and huge – the Regent Beijing has one of the best locations in Beijing। Here, you’ll be stones through from the city’s main commercial shopping areas and tourist attractions. Make sure to get a room with a good view of the Forbidden City, so you can observe the comings and goings of this mystical area of the city while sipping on a China White.

For those of us living in the Northern Hemisphere, we all know that winter is upon us complete with fluffy snow and cooling temperatures. And although this drink isn’t a Chinese native, we could think of nothing else that could warm us up more this time of year than a China White.

This drink can either be a mellow accompaniment to a gathering of friends or if shot back can get the party going. Whatever your style…tis the season.

How to make a China White:
-1 part Irish Cream (Bailey’s)
-1 part White Crème de Cacao
-1 part Vodka

There two options for putting this drink together। You can shake all of the ingredients together in a cocktail shaker and strain into a long stemmed shot glass or layer the liquids starting with vodka, crème de cacao then Irish cream and get a neat effect। For a festive touch garnish with ground cinnamon। Serve and enjoy!

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TripAdvisor 2010 Travelers’ Choice Awards

TripAdvisor announced today the winners of its 2010 Travelers’ Choice awards.

Properties received awards in the following categories: Best Bargains, Best Luxury, Best for Families, Best for Romance, Best B&Bs and Inns, Best Relaxation and Spa, Trendiest, Best Service, Best All-Inclusive, and Best Hotels by Region.

Selected 2010 Winners:
#10 Bargain Hotel in South Pacific : Raiatea Lodge Hotel (Raiatea, French Polynesia)

#5 Hotel for Service in South Pacific : Raiatea Lodge Hotel (Raiatea, French Polynesia)

#1 Hotel for Romance in the World : Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa (Moorea, French Polynesia)
#1 Hotel for Romance in South Pacific : Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa (Moorea, French Polynesia)
#4 Relaxation/Spa Hotel in South Pacific : Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa (Moorea, French Polynesia)