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.
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
September 4, 2008 at 9:58 am (5* Hotels, Gastronomy, Honeymoon, Hotels, Michelin Restaurants, Rural, Spanish Island, Spas)
READS is a privately owned luxury hotel on the gorgeous Island of Mallorca, nestling at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains it is surrounded by 20,000m2 of landscaped garden, its own vineyard and beautiful peaceful countryside.
A restored 16th century house, the renovations took over 7 years and have achieved a gorgeous eclectic 5* hotel.
The amentites are:
Vespasian spa
Michelin starred Bacchus Restaurant
Bistro 33
Browns Cocktail Bar
Two private salons
A 200m2 outdoor pool
A cycling centre
A boutique
3 terraces for outside dining
Reads was awarded “The Most Excellent Country Hotel in Europe 2003″ by Condé Nast Johansens.
August 13, 2008 at 7:47 am (Hotels, Luxury Hotels, Rural, Spas, Wine Tastings)
Tags: Wine weekend
A luxury weekend is being held to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Vinos de los Herederos del Marqués de Riscal winery in Rioja, hosted by The Luxury Collection and Christie’s auction house.
The weekend includes
This Super Vintage Weekend takes place from Friday October 24th and its finale will be the auction by Christie’s of a unique lot of wines that includes 131 Riscal vintages dating back to 1862.
The two night weekend costs €2,495 per person or a special package is available for €250.00 per person to attend the gala dinner and Superlot Live Auction only.
July 23, 2008 at 8:51 pm (Andalucia, Honeymoon, Hotels, Rural, Wedding)
Just half an hour from Malaga a sumptuous new boutique hotel opens its doors. The stylish contemporary Andalucian and English decor and the beautiful surroundings make this Andalucian style Manor house with 20-bedrooms and 250 hectares of mango and avocado trees an ideal weekend break, honeymoon destination, biking, skiing or even flying lesson base.
Hotel Cortijo Bravo, prices range from 97 – 160 Euros per night for a double room, including breakfast.
