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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Villa Paradiso, A Miami South Beach Hotel

Affordable and Stylish
Miami Beach Hotel Accommodations


Welcome to Miami's Villa Paradiso hotel in famed South Beach-surrounded by hip cafes, art galleries and designer boutiques in the well-known Art Deco District. Located on Collins Avenue, our South Beach Miami hotel is nestled amidst an exotic garden, where indigenous foliage bordering the courtyard and Art Deco architecture provide an atmosphere for total relaxation. Footsteps away from the cool Atlantic Ocean and only a few blocks from the lively Lincoln Road, Villa Paradiso is in the heart of all that South Beach has to offer.

All of our accommodations overlook our lush garden. Set in tropical colors, our renovated suites feature ceiling fans, hardwood floors, French doors and separate dining and kitchen areas. Come visit Miami and let our friendly staff acquaint you with South Beach, the most popular beach on the planet!

Experience Miami's Cultural Diversity
Relax and unwind on Miami's gorgeous South Beach during the day. Embrace the night at the best bars in South Beach FL, South Beach area dining and cafes. Discover the fine art, design and architecture of the Miami Art Deco Historic District. Immerse yourself in the profound culture of neighborhoods like Little Havana and attractions like the Miccosukee Indian Village.

Whether you are visiting South Beach for a romantic getaway or here to go dancing and shopping with friends, Villa Paradiso is the ideal sanctuary. Our friendly, multilingual staff is eager to make your stay a truly memorable one. With our tropical Key West feel, charming accommodations and affordable rates you have found one of the best hotel deals in South Beach.

Villa Paradiso Amenities
Discount Miami Florida Hotel Rooms & Special Amenities

Villa Paradiso in Miami is the ultimate hideaway offering luxurious hotel amenities, such as VIP entry to some of the hottest bars in South Beach FL. Discount rates, wonderful staff and a great location make Villa Paradiso a wise choice when you need a South Beach hotel room. Peeking out from behind a sea of tropical foliage, the property's charms are evident as soon as you step through the fence into the secluded courtyard. Villa Paradiso is nestled amidst an exotic garden, where indigenous foliage bordering the courtyard provides an ideal atmosphere for total relaxation.

HOTEL FEATURES

* Spacious Studio and 1-Bedroom Suites
* Daily Maid Service
* 1/2 Block to Beach
* 3 Blocks to Lincoln Road
* 3 Blocks to Convention Center
* Steps Away from Hair Salons, Shops, Restaurants and Nightlife
* VIP Nightclub Entry Services
* Multilingual Staff
* Courtyard Seating
* Private, Secure Entrance
* All Suites Have a Garden View
* Free Wireless Internet

Villa Paradiso a Miami Luxury Hotel
Upscale Accommodations in South Beach, FL

The Villa Paradiso Art Deco hotel in Miami Beach provides quaint accommodations on Collins Avenue near all the nightlife of South Beach's Lincoln Road. With discount hotel rates and a secluded tropical Key West ambiance, the Villa Paradiso Hotel is one of the best kept secrets in South Beach. Although we are located in downtown South Beach, a peaceful, serene atmosphere prevails within the gates of our property. Our comfortably furnished suites combine the best features of home and hotel. A short walk away is the beautiful beach, great shopping, fine dining and exciting nightlife. The concierge can supply VIP entry to many of the local nightclubs on request. Our friendly, helpful, multilingual staff is always ready to tell you the best places to go for a cocktail or a romantic meal.

All of Villa Paradiso's suites overlook our lush garden. Set in tropical colors, the renovated suites feature ceiling fans, hardwood floors, French doors and separate dining and kitchen areas. Tables, chairs and beds are made of wrought-iron. Muted wall tones of soft orange and yellow lend a warm, inviting aspect to the rooms.

ROOM AMENITIES

* Complimentary Local Phone Calls
* Fully Equipped Kitchen
* Private Bath
* Cable TV
* In-room Data Ports
* Individual Air Conditioning Controls

Villa Paradiso,
A Miami South Beach Hotel
1415 Collins Avenue - Miami Beach - Florida - 33139
Reservations: 305.532.0616
Fax: 305.673.5874

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Omni Los Angeles Hotel

The Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza sits atop historic Bunker Hill in the heart of sophisticated downtown Los Angeles. Downtown’s only four-diamond convention hotel, the Omni Los Angeles Hotel features luxurious accommodations and modern conveniences that suit the needs of business and leisure travelers alike.

The 17-story hotel captures the essence and spirit of Los Angeles and provides easy access to cultural and business destinations. The Los Angeles Civic Center, the financial district and the Staples Center, as well as many of Los Angeles’ world-class theaters and museums, are just minutes from the hotel. Just 18 miles/30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport.

Hotel Highlights
• 453 guest rooms and suites
• Highly acclaimed Noe Restaurant and Bar
• Outdoor heated lap pool
• Spa services available
• High-speed wireless Internet access
• Check-in: 3 pm Check-out: Noon

Luxury Los Angeles Accommodations
In the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza's 453 guest rooms and suites, Asian influences and neoclassic overtones seamlessly mesh into a rare presentation of refined elegance.

Perfectly equipped for leisure and business travelers alike, each guest room and suite offers modern conveniences and spectacular views of Bunker Hill or California Plaza Watercourt. Let us pamper you in luxurious accommodations in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.

Rooms and Suites
• Deluxe Rooms: Featuring 384-392 square feet of space, with one king or two double beds and spectacular views of Bunker Hill or California Plaza.
• Club Rooms: Within 380-410 square feet of space, these rooms include the use of the exclusive Club Lounge (open 7 days), continental breakfast, evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
• Business Premier Rooms: Feature 380-410 square feet of space, an oversized desk, a printer, fax, copier, extra lighting and office supplies.
• Junior Suites: Offering 820 square feet, these oversized rooms feature a marble bathroom, large work desk, parlor room with private bath and more.
• Melrose & Carlton Suite or Bellevue Suite: Each feature more than 1,300 square feet of living space. Includes one bedroom with option of a connecting room, separate dining room, bay windows, large work desk, European style bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub and more.
• Presidential Suite: Features 2,855 square feet of space, an oversized bedroom, two full bathrooms, powder room, formal sitting and dining rooms, kitchen pantry, fax machine and a Jacuzzi bathtub.
• Get Fit Guest Rooms: Feature a motorized portable treadmill, Get Fit Kit and healthy snacks in the refreshment center.
• Kids Fantasy Suite: The colorful suite features Pottery Barn Kids bunk beds, beanbag chairs and is stocked with games and toys. Parents can relax in an adjoining bedroom.

Room Features
• Cuisinart coffee and tea makers
• Plush robes
• Triple sheeting on beds
• Foam and feather pillows available
• Fully stocked refreshment center
• Complimentary Los Angeles Times and USA Today
• Hair dryer
• Iron and ironing board
• In-room refrigerator available ($30)
• AM/FM alarm clock radio
• CD Radios available on Club Floor

In-Room Technology
• High-speed wireless Internet access
• Dual-line phones
• Individual climate control
• Executive work desk with data port/modem hook-up
• Voice mail
• In-room video check-out
• LodgeNet system featuring on-demand hit movies (additional cost)

Los Angeles Fine Dining Atop Historic Bunker Hill
There’s nothing like California cuisine accompanied by fine wine, a cigar and wonderful ambience. Unless of course you choose to sample one of our signature martinis at Noé Bar. You'll find so much to enjoy when you dine at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza that you won't be sure what to order first.

Noé Restaurant
An elegant dining oasis in the midst of downtown. Progressive American cuisine blends perfectly with a gentle Japanese aesthetic. Noé Restaurant is open nightly for dinner from 5 pm – 10 pm Sun. –- Thu. and 5 pm –11 pm Fri. – Sat. Dress is casual.

Noé Bar
A relaxing spot featuring a full menu of signature Martinis and a humidor with 16 varieties of quality cigars. The outdoor patio has been designated a cigar friendly spot. Open from 3 pm – 1 am Mon. – Sun.

Morsel's
Our gourmet coffee bar and gift shop offers an assortment of delicious pastries and desserts, gourmet coffee and a variety of gifts and sundries.
Open 6 am - 10 pm
Grand Café
Offers a casually elegant atmosphere featuring innovative California cuisine. Indoor and outdoor dining is available, with views of the reflecting pool surrounded by magnolia trees and cascading waterfalls overlooking the Museum of Contemporary Art. Open daily for breakfast and lunch from 6:30 am – 3 pm.

Guest Room Dining
24-hour guest room dining is available if you choose to enjoy delicious cuisine in the privacy of your room.

Guest Services
Enjoy a refreshing swim in our sparkling outdoor pool, work out in our state-of-the-art fitness center or just relax in your well-appointed room. The spoils of unerring service and striking décor make this wonderful hotel in the heart and soul of L.A. difficult to leave.

Fitness and Leisure
• Recently renovated and expanded Fitness Room with state-of- the-art equipment
• The Spa at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza, offering relaxing facials and massages.
• Get Fit Kit available at front desk
• Outdoor heated lap pool surrounded by lush landscaping – open year round
• Jogging paths are located around the hotel. Maps are available upon request at the health club

Guest Services
• The Power of One - Excellence in Service
• ATM
• Business center: 24-hour, fully equipped self-service
• Check cashing $100/day
• Child care available upon request
• Concierge is multilingual
• Currency exchange
• Same-day dry cleaning/laundry services
• Express check-in/check-out
• Full-service restaurant
• Gift shop
• Guest room dining
• High-speed wireless Internet access
• In-room fitness
• Omni Sensational Kids Program
• Pets under 25 lbs. allowed ($50 non-refundable fee)
• Post/parcel service
• Safe deposit boxes
• Shoeshine services
• Shopping gallery, featuring newsstand, beauty salon, florist and art gallery located within the hotel complex
• Translation services

The Spa at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
Experience luxury with a European sensibility at the incomparable Spa at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza. Here, you can select from an impressive array of treatments designed to refresh and rejuvenate mind, body and spirit. From complete packages to massages, facials, body treatments, wraps, masks and spa parties, the Spa is the perfect place to enjoy the very highest levels of personalized attention

Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
251 South Olive Street
Los Angeles, California 90012
Phone: (213) 617-3300, Fax: (213) 617-3399

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Alpin Royal Wellness & Resorthotel ****s


S. Giovanni in Valle Aurina
Alto Adige (39030 - BZ) - 39030
Trentino-Alto Adige , Italy
Tel. 0039 0474 651 070
Fax.0039 0474 651 090
www.alpinroyal.com

Dreams become reality...
... at the Alpin Royal! Welcome to our exclusive holiday world!


Enjoy your holiday with all your senses:

Relax in our Beauty & Wellness Area, enjoy culinary delights from our kitchen and wine cellar and feel completely at ease - in every room in our hotel.

With body, soul and spirit, experience what it means to revive far away from the hectic of everyday life and to refuel on new energy in the heart of South Tyrol!

We will greet your with warmth and camaraderie at our top-class Wellness and Comfort Hotel, and we will be happy to meet all of your needs.

Rooms & Suites
In each of our individually and lovingly designed rooms and natural-wood suites, you will experience a fascinating mixture of comfort, cosiness and a touch of luxury.

The rooms come standard with telephone, internet access, laptop connection, radio, satellite TV, pay TV, Minibar, hair dryer, safe, cosy, soft bath robes, and the exclusive BVLGARI White Tea Bath Collection, as well as balcony.

SPA
Immerse yourself in a world of pleasurable allurement with water, warmth, aromas and relaxing sensations in our Beauty & Wellness Area.

Discover the secret of your internal balance and well-being in our Sauna World.

Start your day with a refreshing swim or venture into the pool after an eventful day.

In our Royal Spa we take great pleasure in fulfilling your every wish. Beauty & Wellness Spa area at the Alpin Royal Hotel in South Tyrol

• Indoor pool with whirlpool, water fall and counter-current system
• Lovely hotel gardens for sun bathing
• Sauna area with Tyrolean Stubensauna (Finnish style sauna with tiled stove), herbal grotto, infra-red cabin, ice fountain, hydro-massage shower, resting area with water beds
• Beauty farm with 6 treatment rooms, fresh water pool, Serail baths, massages, body packs, cosmetic treatments, treatments for couples, baths
• Large Fitness Room with modern equipment from Technogym

Park Village Resort & Spa *****


Budanil Kantha Kathmandu
Central, Nepal
Tel. (977 1) 4373935, (977 1) 4375279
Fax.(977 1) 4371656
www.ktmgh.com


Park Village Hotel is managed by the famous Kathmandu Guest House, the Asia's leading budget hotel with 35 years of experience in travel trade industry in Nepal. Park Village Hotel is located at Budanil-Kantha area which is situated at the northwest rim of the Kathmandu valley. Park Village is the first resort hotel open in Budanil-Kantha region which is only 15 minutes drive from crowded downtown Kathmandu and 12 minutes from the airport.

Location
Located just minutes from the airport, this hotel is positioned at the Budanil-Kantha area, which is at the northwest rim of the Kathmandu valley.

Rooms
All the accommodation units at this resort are equipped with modern amenities and offer superior comfort for its guests. Most of these rooms comprise of private balconies to watch the evening glow of the Kathmandu Valley with magnificent sunset in the southwest and the twinkling hamlets to the north.

Restaurant
Guests can relish delicious Nepali, Indian and Chinese cuisine at the Farmhouse Cafe. You can sip a fine cocktail at the Waterhole Bar and relax or meet up with friends for a chat.

General
Ideal for business meetings or social events, the Park Village Resort offers meeting rooms that are equipped with modern technology. A workout at the gymnasium or a brisk dip in the swimming pool can be a retreat to your body.

Hotel Facilities:
• Swimming pool
• Conference facilities
• Jacuzzi / Whirlpool
• Sauna
• Cocktail bar
• Gymnasium
• Restaurant

Room Facilities:
• Television
• Private bathroom / Ensuite
• Mini bar
• Telephone

Monday, February 23, 2009

Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa *****


P.O. Box 2014 Dhigufinolhu,
South Male Atoll Male,
Republic of Maldives
Tel. +96 (0) 664 4100
Fax.+96 (0) 664 4101












Energising seascapes. Exotic diversions. Luxury comes to paradise.

Land in a Maldives resort paradise, surrounded by turquoise waters. Take a morning plunge in the private pool of your over-water villa. Kayak to lunch on a desert island. Let the beauty of Anantara touch you in the Maldives.

Nestled on Dhigu island in the South Malé Atoll, Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, Maldives is a brief 35 minutes by private speedboat from Malé International Airport.

Here, stylish villas, over-water suites and luxurious beach bungalows fringe tranquil lagoons. Celebrate the Maldives with Anantara, discovering the ultimate tropical island getaway with brilliant coral reefs and water sport adventures. Experience a healing massage at Anantara Spa, as you peer through the glass floors revealing the puffer fish, sting rays and baby reef sharks swimming underneath. Settle into luxury, impeccable style and Anantara's gracious service at Anantara Dhigu Maldives.

Anantara Dhigu gives you the Maldives resort experience of your dreams, an idyllic island paradise that feels like your home away from home, and a dazzling, natural playground for you to indulge in the company of your loved ones.

Anantara Dhigu presents 68 beachfront villas situated on a private stretch of beach, with unique outdoor bathrooms and Rainshowers. Our 2 Beachfront Pool Villas are more spacious and come with their own private plunge pool set in a tropical garden. 38 over-water suites situated over the Indian Ocean feature private sundecks and open-air infinity-edged bathtubs with a view over the azure lagoon.

Rooms
Sweeping ocean views from Dhigu island. Your private Maldives resort villa has your own stretch of pristine beach. Discover the Pool Villa, with its own spacious plunge pool. Unwind as if you're at home. The fantasy of a luxurious, private sanctuary in the tropics comes alive at Anantara Dhigu.

Here, luxury comes with local colour. Our luxury Maldives resort villas tastefully combine island charm with modern conveniences. Settle back with your IDD telephone, high-speed Internet, personal surround-sound stereo with flat-screen TV, CD/DVD and MP3 player. Enjoy all the comforts of home and then some, with your own espresso machine, residence minibar and 24-hour room service.

Leisure
Rediscover what it means to relax. Or, let the stunning island surroundings invigorate you with our array of Maldives resort activities.

Surf without the crowds on one of the last natural wonders of the earth, where you can feel as though the waves belong only to you.

Take up windsurfing on the placid lagoon. Dive into the unexplored world of marine life in our crystal-clear waters. Stroll through the markets of bustling Malé. Explore even more undiscovered islands. Choose your own adventure!

Spa
Pamper. Enliven. Release. Unwind. Spoil your body, soul and mind with a selection of Anantara Spa's world-renowned signature treatments, alluring bath and steam rituals and holistic therapies. Anantara Spa Dhigu is a true oasis of tranquillity, with over-water treatment suites nestled on one of the world's most remarkable tropical island settings.

The perfect end - or beginning - to a perfect day. Anantara Spa is a highlight of every Anantara Experience. Plan out your perfect end-or beginning-to each Anantara day at http://spa.anantara.com/maldives.

Saturday, February 21, 2009

The Lucerne Hotel New York


The Lucerne Hotel offers luxury accommodations in the heart of Manhattan's posh Upper West Side. The Lucerne's building is a treasured landmark built in 1904 that recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation. The result is European-inspired architectural charm combined with sophisticated and modern accommodations.

The Lucerne’s guestrooms and suites represent the ultimate in comfort. Featuring full-size work desks, plush bedding, this luxury Manhattan hotel caters to your every need. Business and leisure travelers will appreciate The Lucerne's complimentary high-speed Internet and printing services. It's no wonder then that The New York Times’ review of The Lucerne proclaimed: "Service unrivalled."

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hotel’s Nice Matin restaurant and sidewalk café, a popular destination beloved by both locals and tourists. Every Thursday evening, wind down with some wine during The Lucerne’s complimentary wine hour.

The Lucerne is just a short subway ride to Lincoln Center and walking distance of the American Museum of Natural History, The Children’s Museum of Manhattan, Columbus Circle, Riverside Park, Central Park, and several fine restaurants, specialty boutiques, and cafes.

Accommodations at the Lucerne



The Lucerne, your home away from home in New York City, is a luxury boutique hotel with 189 rooms, spanning from Superior rooms with queen, double, and king-sized beds to Deluxe suites with kitchenettes. Rooms are decorated in warm, inviting tones and provide luxurious bedding, pristine marble baths, and the finest amenities, making for a relaxing and comfortable stay.

It offers the following accommodation types:


Superior Queen Room
Maximum Occupancy: 2

• 1 queen bed
• Custom designed nightstand, executive desk, and dresser
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 26” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas available upon request

Superior Double Room
Maximum Occupancy: 4

• 2 double beds
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 26” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Deluxe Double Room
Maximum Occupancy: 4

• 2 double beds
• Spacious Corner room with hardwood floor entry
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 26" Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Superior King Room
Maximum Occupancy: 2

• 1 king bed
• Custom designed hardwood floor entry
• Walk In Closet
• Individual climate control
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• In room safe, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 32” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Deluxe King Room
Maximum Occupancy: 2

• 1 king bed with Chaise lounge
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 32” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Superior Queen Suite

Maximum Occupancy: 4

• 2 room suite with 2 queen beds
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk
• Loveseat, ottoman and end table in parlor
• Custom designed kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and fine china
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, bathrobes, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 32” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Deluxe Queen Suite
Maximum Occupancy: 4

• 2 room suite with 2 queen beds
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• Sofa bed, ottoman and end table in parlor
• Custom designed kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and fine china
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, bathrobes, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 32” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Deluxe King Suite
Maximum Occupancy: 4

• 2 room suite
• Custom designed nightstand, dresser and executive desk with an executive chair
• A queen size pullout sofa bed, ottoman and end table in living room
• Custom designed kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and fine china
• Individual climate control
• In room safe, bathrobes, extra pillows and blankets, umbrella, iron, ironing board and luggage rack
• Granite bathroom, bathtub with shower bar and Temple Spa amenities and hairdryer
• 32” Flat Screen LCD TV with digital cable channels featuring HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Game System
• Sony Dream Machine CD and Clock Radio, telephone with voicemail and wake up system
• Coffeemaker with Wolfgang Puck Coffee & Assorted teas

Dining at the Lucerne
Delight your taste buds by visiting The Lucerne’s restaurant and sidewalk café, Nice Matin. The restaurant, well known for its delectable French-Mediterranean cuisine, was voted one of New York's best restaurants by New York Magazine. Guests of The Lucerne receive a 15 percent discount on breakfast at Nice Matin. Come early to secure a table at Nice Matin’s unbelievable brunch served Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The French-Mediterranean cuisine is a favorite among both locals and visitors alike.

Meetings and Events at the Lucerne
The Lucerne, a luxury hotel on New York’s Upper West Side, regularly hosts small parties and corporate meetings. Its executive room is a spacious and private 1,000-square-foot meeting space located on the hotel’s Penthouse level, which can accommodate 50 people comfortably. There’s also a small breakout room on the same floor, allowing larger teams to break into smaller, more intimate groups.

Leisure & Activities at the Lucerne

Business and leisure travelers looking to stay in upper Manhattan prefer The Lucerne. The Lucerne’s location on the Upper West Side offers easy access to Central Park, Lincoln Center, The Manhattan Children’s Museum, and The American Museum of Natural History. Our staff is familiar with this most desirable and upscale neighborhood and can recommend the best restaurants, cafes, and boutiques.

Friday, February 13, 2009

Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel


Sri Lanka….a land of diverse scenery, sunny days, tropical food and a fascinating culture, entices you into its magical serenity. The alluring coastline of Negombo paints a captivating picture of surf washed beaches, green coastal plains, the old Dutch canal which flows into a lagoon packed with fishing. Boats and its well known fishing village.....Discover this exotic scenic beauty from a pampered perspective, at the Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel.


The Blue Oceanic Hotel with its subtle elegance and effortless style is skillfully designed to lend colour and texture. The lobby and restaurant takes “Pride of Possession” in its fabulous interior, tastefully decorated with exceptional handicrafts and handlooms.


The airy deluxe bedroom uniquely furnished with king-size beds and attached bathrooms open directly onto the golden sandy beach with palm thatched huts and deckchairs to laze around as the dazzling sun steals upon you.

Drop in at the “lounge bar”, a unique venue to while away the hours over a cool refreshing iced-topped drink.


Night-time in Negombo is exciting and colorful a with a vibrant array of neon and music. It is place where mouth watering delicacies of crab, shrimp lobsters and oysters are laid out in a beautifully lit garden, under a starry sky.

TOTAL NUMBER OF GUEST ROOMS
• Deluxe rooms - 106
• Family rooms - 02

ROOM SPECIFICATIONS
• Room Area - 27 sq. meters
• Bathroom area - 6 sq. meters
• Land area of the hotel and its surroundings – 9 acres

ROOM FACILITIES

• Central air-conditioning with individual temperature controls
• Electric Power – 220 to 240v
• Fan
• Telephone
• Mini Bar
• Bath & Shower
• Hot & Cold water
• Channeled music
• Multi Channel Televisions
• Piped music
• Room Safes

GUEST FACILITIES

• Foreign exchange encashment
• Buffet theme nights.
• Room Service
• Hair & Beauty salon at Blue Oceanic
• All major Credit cards are accepted.
• IDD facilities
• Facsimile
• E-mail and Internet services
• Ayurvedic treatment programmes at Ayurvedic center or Ayurveda Niwasa
• Doctor on call
• Car Rental
• Parking facilities
• Kiddies corner
• Laundry/Dry cleaning
• Baby sitter on request
• Baby cots on request
• Hotel shop
• Gem & Jewelry shop
• Daily Housekeeping
• Hair dryer on request
• Postal facilities
• Car hire
• Television in the main bar

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

• Fully equipped Gymnasium
• Swimming pool
• Tennis Court at The Beach ( Flood lit )
• Squash Court
• Table Tennis
• Beach games
• Boat rides
• Diving during winter
• Fun cycling
• Boat & Catamaran tours
• Volley ball (flood lit)
• Evening programmes with live entertainment (Live bands, Magic shows, Fire limbo. etc).
• Karaoke Music at the checkers' bar
• DJ music at the Center Point every Friday and Saturday.

DINING
RESTAURANT & BAR

• Main restaurant
• sea food restaurant – Out Trigger
• Center point bar & Grill, the pool bar
• Pizza counter at Center Point Bar & Grill
• Lobby Bar

CONFERENCE AND BANQUETING FACILITIES
Conference and banqueting facilities available at the neighboring Jetwing Beach.

CURRENCY

• Sri Lanka Rupees and all other major currencies and credit cards are accepted
• Currency and Travelers' Cheques conversion facilities available.

WEATHER
Average temperature 29C throughout the year

JETWING BLUE OCEANIC
Ethukale, Negombo, Sri Lanka
Tel: - + 94 31 2279000-3, 79377, 79099
Fax:-+ 94 31 2279999
E-mail:- blueoceanic@sltnet.lk
Website: - www.jetwinghotels.com

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Discover the Magic of Maldives

Enjoy the solitary splendour of the island resorts with white sandy beaches basking under the tropical sun surrounded by the clear blue sea
Or

Explore the mystique of the uninhabited islands, the panorama of color beneath the sea on the Island Explorer, a ship that will take you places that you have never been before.

Full Moon Beach


Kuramathi Village

Baros Maldives

Kurumba Village

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Barberyn Reef Hotel

Barberyn Reef Hotel, Beruwala, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 34 22 76036, 76134, 76173
Fax: +94 34 22 76037, +94 74 288205
e-mail:barbrese@slt.lk
More info: http://www.barberynresorts.com/

At the still point of the turning world…. Barberyn Reef Hotel

Stressed out people from all over the world seeking desperately to archive harmony of body and mind… take the holistic Ayurvedic cure offered at Barberyn Reef Hotel

(Approxmately 45 kms from Colombo)

Friday, January 2, 2009

Millennium Hotel London Mayfair ****


44 Grosvenor Square
Mayfair
London, W1K 2HP
United Kingdom


The Millennium Hotel London Mayfair offer a welcoming, peaceful haven in the heart of fashionable Mayfair.

Set overlooking Grosvenor Square, in walking distance of Oxford and Bond Streets, it is an ideal place for your trip.

Hotel Facilities

General
• Restaurant / Bar
• 24-Hour Front Desk
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests
• Family Rooms
• Elevator
• Safety Deposit Box
• Gay Friendly
• All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
• Designated Smoking Area
• Public parking

Services
• Room Service
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities
• Business Centre
• Laundry / Dry Cleaning
• VIP Room Facilities
• Breakfast in the Room
• Ironing Service
• Currency Exchange
• Fax/Photocopying
• Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 20.00 per 24 hours.

Accepted credit cards
• American Express
• Visa
• Euro/Mastercard
• Diners Club
• Maestro
• Switch

Food & beverage
• Breakfast: 07:00 - 10:00
• Lunch: 12:00 - 15:00
• Dinner: 17:00 - 22:00