September 2, 2009 at 7:17 am (5* Hotels, Exclusive Weekends, Luxury Hotels, Madrid, Urban)
Four new Presidential Suites have opened this summer in the 18th century-styled palace. The InterContinental Madrid which is on Paseo de la Castellana has views across this famous capital and the suites have a master bedroom and separate living room, two bathrooms with Loewe amenities, and a private kitchen.
In classic Spanish decor with contemporary touches and up-to-date technology – Bang & Olufsen sound systems and iPod docking stations.
For the tops try the new Royal Suite on the 8th floor with its own terrace.
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July 20, 2009 at 4:48 pm (4* Hotels, Canary Islands, Honeymoon, Rental Accommodation, Rural, Unique, Wedding)
The Garden Villas of the 4*Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora Hotel on the Canary Island of Tenerife are in a class of their own.
With a large terrace facing towards the sea and a private swimming pool these spacious suites provide an outdoor for a romantic butler served dinner under the stars.
Garden Villa Bathroom
Designed by world-renowned architect Álvaro Sans, to flow with the coast line and represena great palace of pavilions, towers and gardens – sheer delight.
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April 11, 2009 at 9:29 am (Barcelona, Gastronomy, Michelin Restaurants, Urban)
The Culinary Institute of America has awarded chef Ferrán Adrià of El Bulli Restaurant in Cala Montjoi, Catalunya, north of Barcelona its Chef of the Year Award.
Adrià is famous for his avant-garde cooking, his restaurant El Bulli has been named World’s Best Restaurant by Restaurant magazine four times in six years.
El Bulli is open from June 16 through December 20 in 2009 but no reservations remain for 2009, to book for 2010 contact El Bulli after December 20, 2009.
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March 21, 2009 at 5:02 pm (4* Hotels, Barcelona, Golf, Spas)
PGA Golf Catalunya, recently voted No.3 in Top 20 European Courses, celebrates its 10th anniversary by being yet again ranked in the Top 10 by The UK’s Golf Monthly.
Formerly known as the Green Course it came 3rd in the Top 20 European Courses. The senior staff, contributors and a panel of readers made up the voting panel for the magazine’s first survey.
The 36-hole golf resort near Barcelona in the north of Spain is to host the 2009 Spanish Open from April 30-May 3 2009.
The Course was developed by the European Tour to host the 1997 Ryder Cup but due to construction delays it didn’t open until 1999 in time to host the Sarazen World Open.
PGA Catalunya Stadium Course
The estate has a stylish 4 * Melia Hotel with sauna and Turkish bath, hydromassage and fitness room and in a fantastic location an hour north of Barcelona and minutes’ drive from the glorious sandy beaches and rocky coves of the Costa Brava.
For more information visit PGA Catalunya.
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March 4, 2009 at 10:01 am (2* Restaurant, Barcelona, Luxury Hotels, Luxury Vehicle Hire, Michelin Restaurants, Private, Romantic Hotel, Spas, Unique, Urban, Vehicles)
Tags: ABaC Hotel
The ABaC Restaurant and Hotel in Barcelona is one of the latest additions to the style gurus Mr & Mrs Smith boutique and luxury hotel collection.
ABaC Restaurant & Hotel
The ABaC in the popular Zona Alta area of Barcelona makes it difficult to leave the premises and explore the city. With plenty of little luxuries: Spa with Jacuzzi, hammam, and chromotherapy room, free WiFi throughout, valet parking, huge flatscreen TV with internet, DVD/CD player, remote control lights and blinds, minibar, Hérmes toiletries.
Between Xavier Pellicer’s fusion style seven-course Michelin cuisine and the sumptuous rooms make sure it’s a several day stay to enable time to explore this amazing city.
For more information on ABaC Restaurant & Hotel
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February 16, 2009 at 6:31 pm (4* Hotels, Lanzarote, Resorts, Spas)
Lanzarote boasts a growing selection of stylish spas, the latest recruit to these ranks has just opened its doors at the four star Jameos Playa Hotel, located just outside the islands main resort of Puerto del Carmen.
The Jameos Playa spa has been fashioned from a combination of local volcanic stone. Which has been polished to a super smooth consistency, contrasting turquoise, blue and white mosaic tiling to optimum effect.
The treatments on offer are as luxurious as the surroundings – encompassing peels, massages and possibly best of all a Chocotherapy wrap. The Spa is open daily to both hotel guests and non residents alike.
Lanzarote boasts a growing selection of stylish spas. And the latest recruit to these ranks has just opened at the four star Jameos Playa Hotel, which is located just outside the islands main resort of Puerto del Carmen.
The Jameos Playa spa has been fashioned from a combination of local volcanic stone. Which has been polished to a super smooth consistency, contrasting turquoise, blue and white mosaic tiling to optimum effect.
The treatments on offer are as luxurious as the surroundings – encompassing peels, massages and possibly best of all a Chocotherapy wrap. The Spa is open daily to both hotel guests and non residents alike.
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January 10, 2009 at 11:59 am (Honeymoon, Lanzarote, Luxury Hotels, Private, Romantic Hotel, Rural, Small Hotels, Spanish Island, Unique)
The small Canary Island of Lanzarote boasts a growing crop of quality rural hotels. Check out this new addition – Casa del Hilario.
Boutique Hotel, Lanzarote, Casa de Hilario
Casa de Hilario has been created from a finca named after the hermit Hilario, who according to folklore was the only human left in the region after the volcanic eruptions of 1730 to 1736.
Lanzarote Casa deHilario bedroom
The seven bedroom property combines the best aspects of a rural retreat with all of the modern creature comforts normally associated with the best boutique hotels.
Situated in the National Park of Timanfaya with fantastic sea views Casa de Hilario is sure to please.
Thanks to Nick Ball from the Lanzorote Guide Book
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January 9, 2009 at 12:48 pm (Cruises, Unique, Wine Tastings)
Tags: Mediterranean Cruises, speciality cruises, wine vineyard tours
Silversea Cruises announce some new routes for Oenophiles this year. The luxury cruise line have put into place 11 Wine Series trips for this year.
Silverwind Cruise Ship from Silversea Cruises
Enjoy sampling some high-end vintages and learning about the art of making wine with special tastings and lectures by wine professionals and vineyard owners.
Some of the shore excursions will also give you the option to explore famous wine regions.
The Mediterranean Cruise on July 6 will be hosted by fashion icon Salvatore Ferragamo who owns Il Borro the award-winning wine estate in Tuscany.
This particular cruise on the Silver Wind is a 12-day trip from Southampton, UK to Monte Carlo with port stops in Cadiz, Malaga, Ibiza, Barcelona (overnight), Cannes, Menton, Livorno and Corsica.
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November 21, 2008 at 9:29 am (Andalucia, Honeymoon, Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Romantic Hotel, Spas, Urban, Wedding)
Hospes Palacio de Bailío is a beautiful mish-mash of art, relics and luxury. Ask for a peaceful room over-looking the citrus patio. Feel like royalty as you soak up the sun on the four-poster sun bed by the pool.
The past and present mingle well here with thermal plunge pools, sauna and beauty salon and the ever-necessary Wifi connection, it’s a glorious retreat.
See here for more information on Hotel Hospes Palacio de Bailío
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October 29, 2008 at 8:58 am (5* Hotels, Andalucia, Barcelona, Hotels, Lists, Luxury Hotels, Madrid, Urban)
Tags: Conde Nast Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Reccommended Hotels
The Conde Nast Travel: Readers Award shows eight Spanish hotels chosen in the list of ninety-eight hotels in Southern Europe.
They are:
- Hotel Maria Cristina – San Sebastion
- Hotel Alfonso XIII – Seville
- Westin Palace – Madrid
- Hotel Arts – Barcelona
- Hotel Ritz – Madrid
- Gran Hotel La Florida – Barcelona
- Hotel Jazz – Barcelona
- Casa Camper- Barcelona
In all fifteen Spanish Hotels have been chosen throughout the different catergories to be announced in London later on this month.
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