Sunday, January 27, 2013

Athenaeum Hotel and Apartments

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The fabulous 5 Star Athenaeum overlooks leafy Green Park, Buckingham Palace and is a stroll to chic shops and West End theatres. It's contemporary, creative and friendly, your home from home in London. The Athenaeum is a family-owned hotel with only 156 rooms, suites and apartments.
Enjoy opening floor to ceiling windows and, as standard, Bose speakers for your iPod or MP3, flat screen TV and pay per view movies, mini bar, soft drinks and snacks, and use of the Spa. The all-day Restaurant looks as gorgeous as the food; the cosy Whisky Bar serves up everything; and don't miss their award-winning Afternoon Tea.

Location Summary
Superbly located opposite Green Park, this classy London hotel is 500 meters from Hyde Park, and one kilometer from Piccadilly Circus and sophisticated Knightsbridge.

Directions to Hotel
Direction To The Property From West: Take M4 Motorway From London Heathrow Airport, then A4 past Harrods through Hyde Park Corner underpass. On Exiting, the hotel is immediately on the left. 

Baglioni Hotel London

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The 5* Baglioni Hotel in London is part of the Baglioni Hotel Collection, a group of luxury properties which all provide the very highest standards of Italian hospitality wherever they are situated. The hotel is a member of Leading Small Hotels of the World.

The chic and very stylish Baglioni Hotel London is a modern classic housed in a traditional London building. The location may be English, but the hotel is certainly Italian in spirit. The Baglioni Group's commitment to its Italian heritage strives to combine luxury, individuality and culture in each of it's properties

Location Summary
The hotel sits in a prime location close to the famous Royal Albert Hall and opposite one of London's loveliest green spaces, Hyde Park. In a peaceful setting it benefits from stunning views across Kensington Gardens and towards Kensington Palace. Guests are a stone's throw from the city's cultural highlights and fabulous shopping opportunities in areas such as Knightsbridge, Chelsea and Notting Hill.

Directions to Hotel
Directions from Heathrow by Public Transport- Take the Heathrow Express from London Heathrow to Paddington Train Station. At Paddington Train Station, connect to the London Underground system and take the Circle or District Line, in direction of Victoria, for 3 stops and alight at High Street Kensington.
Directions from Heathrow by car- Take the M4 into Central London for approximately 10 miles. Crossing Hammersmith flyover with Novotel on left, stay in the left hand lane and after 1 mile turn into Warwick Road, with the large Tesco Supermarket on left. Turn right into Kensington High Street at the third traffic lights and continue for approximately 1.5 miles. The Baglioni Hotel London is on your right hand side about 400 yards past High Street Kensington Tube Station. The Hotel entrance is on Hyde Park Gate, facing the Park and Kensington Palace.

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Hotel Daniel Paris

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A haven of elegance and Charm, Hotel Daniel has the intimacy of a private house in the very heart of the Parisian rive droite, between the Champs-Elysses and the Rue du faubourg Saint Honore. Hotel Daniel is decorated in the style of French XVIII Century, inspired by the art of chinoiserie, blending Asian influences. Discovering its elegantly furnished reception areas, suites, and rooms is like leafing through a traveler's journal while sinking into the deep satin of the sofa.
Luxurious Khotan carpets line the hotel foyer, transforming it into an oasis of calm in a bustling city. Tones of almond green and pearl grey hues complement each other. The hand-painted wallpaper, specially made in China by De Gournay, has a floral motif recreating the delicate atmosphere of a Chinese garden.
In the rooms and suites, the Toile de Jouy, symbol of the XVIII century French style, portrays an array of exotic images; Fair of Cairo, Bahia, Kipling, Travel in China, Marco Polo Chinese boxes, desks and night stands inlaid with mother-of-pearl, and fine wooden chests. Each room is furnished with unique pieces, brought back from travels throughout the world. In the bathrooms, Italian marble and Moroccan zellige, combined with the voluptuous rites of oriental beauty are enhanced by natural light. Hand-crafted soaps and bath salts from the Dead Sea offer timeless moments of sensual delights.
The Daniel is a unique aesthetic experience, offering the cosmopolitan traveller a journey to faraway lands while welcoming him to the very heart of Paris.

Location Summary
Hotel Daniel is located in a quiet little street just steps from the Champs-Elysses and the faubourg Saint Honore. 

Jays Paris


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Jays Paris offers an original concept of luxurious hospitality in exquisite surroundings with spacious suites and elegant reception rooms.
Built in the mid 19th Century, restored in 1999 and completely redecorated in 2006, JAYS combines old-fashioned elegance with modern technology. Guests discover an interesting play on natural light throughout the building, elegant works of art and a charming blend of antique furniture and contemporary design.
Jays multilingual staff provide the full range of concierge services, room service and business facilities which are available on request. JAYS also works with a small team of qualified professionals who advise and assist clients who want to invest in Paris property.
Jays Paris is strictly non-smoking and animals are not admitted.

Location Summary
Jays Paris is located in Paris’s Golden Triangle, an area which offers the very best in French lifestyle, close to the famous avenue des Champs Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe, Trocadero and the Eiffel Tower.

Directions to Hotel
Roissy Charles de Gaulle airport to Jays Paris: Take the aerport bus to the Place de l'Etoile, then either walk down avenue Kleber or bus 22 or 30 on avenue Kleber and get off at Paul Valery.
Orly airport to Jays Paris: Airport bus to Les Invalides Bus 82 and get off at rue Copernic.

Thursday, January 3, 2013

InterContinental The Barclay New York


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Welcome to InterContinental The Barclay New York. This New York hotel truly captures the luxury and attitude of 'the city that never sleeps'. Indulge in some luxury today by booking any of our special packages which offer unique opportunities to experience the Big Apple. The InterContinental Barclay is a New York hotel that will complement and enhance your stay. Built in the Roaring Twenties by the New York Central Railroad, this historic, elegant New York accommodation celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. It remains one of the most luxurious New York hotels near Park Avenue. Guests enjoy a combination of elegance and convenience that few New York City hotels can match. Minutes from LaGuardia and JFK Airports to the doors of this legendary luxury hotel, New York unfolds before our guests in its bold glamour. Guests can easily visit the United Nations, Wall Street, Broadway Theaters, or world-famous Central Park. In fact, because of its proximity to the United Nations, this charming New York City hotel has been the choice of nearly every visiting head of state including President Ronald Reagan, Francois Mitterrand, Nelson Mandela and others. When celebrities stay in the Big Apple, they too, have a favorite luxury hotel, New York's InterContinental The Barclay.

Directions to Hotel
FROM JFK AIRPORT LAGUARDIA AIRPORT: TAKE GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY TO MIDTOWN TUNNEL (ENDS 34TH STREET 2ND AVENUE) UP TO 48TH STREET PARK AVENUE. HOTEL IS LOCATED 40 MINUTES FROM JFK AIRPORT 30 MINUTES FROM LAGUARDIA AIRPORT BY TAXI.

Loews Regency Hotel

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In one of the most fast-paced and populous cities on Earth, sits an enclave of quiet elegance and luxury, the Loews Regency Hotel. Located in one of the most revered sections of Manhattan, the hotel is situated on a tree-lined avenue and neighbors upscale boutiques, antique shops and museums. Once inside, the lobby exudes warmth and friendliness: an exceptional quality that's just as inherent in the attentive staff. A recent multi-million dollar renovation has turned this hotel into a closely guarded secret getaway. The luxurious fabrics that grace the contemporary accommodations are enhanced with gold and wood accents. Sheets of the 200-thread variety and premier mattresses ensure that you will sleep deeply even if the city doesn't. It's lodging indulgence to the hilt. The polish and flair of the hotel isn't purely cosmetic. An impeccably attentive staff ensures that The Regency lives up to its refined Park Avenue address. Distinctive services range from individually designed workouts with personal trainers to the simple, welcoming gesture of a doorman that remembers and refers to you by name throughout your visit.

Location Summary
The Loews Regency will be undergoing a major renovation and will be closed for 9 months starting 1/1/2013
The Regency's proximity to very chic Madison Ave boutique shopping as well as Barney's and Bloomingdales department stores Central Park including the Central Park Zoo and Wollman Rink for skating Sony Wonder Technology Lab on Madison and 56th St, a cutting edge, hands on museum Rockefeller Center at 50th and 5th Avenue which includes Radio City Music Hall,the famous Christmas Tree and ice skating at the Rockefeller skating rink Many museums including the Museum of Modern Art, The Frick, The Metropolitan Museum and The Guggenheim.

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Hard Rock at Universal Orlando Resort

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Welcome to the Hard Rock® Hotel at Universal Orlando® Resort. It's the perfect mix of funk and just plain fun. This AAA Four Diamond Award® winner will make you feel like rock 'n' roll royalty with impeccable accommodations, a wealth of recreation and personal service and attention fit for an "A-List" celebrity.
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando offers guests an electric luxury hotel designed to provide both comfort and value. Boasting a long list of convenient amenities, our resort in Orlando is the most accommodating of all Universal Studios lodging options.
Every rock star knows that once offstage, it's time to get the superstar treatment. So bring your entourage to the exciting Hard Rock Hotel®. Boasting inviting Orlando FL luxury accommodations for a relaxing stay, Loews Orlando hotel is perfectly suited for business or leisure travel. At this AAA Four Diamond Award® property every impeccably designed hotel room features an entertainment center with a flat panel TV, CD player and MP3 docking station. Club Level rooms offer even more amenities, while over $1 million worth of rock 'n' roll memorabilia adorns the public areas.
ocally grown products, farm fresh ingredients, and innovative menus created by our Award Winning Chef’s capture the unique flavors of every Loews destination.

Location Summary
Located near an infinite number of attractions, this Universal Studios hotel is the ideal location for exploring the surrounding theme parks and activities for exciting travel to Orlando. Combining luxury accommodations with impeccable service and generous amenities, Loews Hard Rock Hotel is simply the top choice.

Directions to Hotel
From Submit Turnpike (North and South): Take Exit 259 (I-4 interchange) onto I-4 (Tampa). Take Exit 74B (Universal Studios) and get in the right lane. At traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way. Travel half a mile to Universal Blvd., and turn left. Hard Rock Hotel entrance is 1 mile on the left.
From Downtown Orlando (I-4 West): Take I-4 West to Exit 74B (Universal Studios) and get in the right lane. At traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way. Travel half a mile to Universal Blvd., and turn left. Hard Rock Hotel entrance is 1 mile on the left.
From Tampa (I-4 East): Take I-4 East towards downtown Orlando. Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Universal Blvd. Hard Rock Hotel entrance is 1 mile on the left.
From Orlando International Airport: Take the North exit out the airport onto Beachline Expressway (SR528) West (International Drive, Convention Center). Continue on Beachline and take I-4 East. Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Universal Blvd. Hard Rock Hotel entrance is 1 mile on the left.
From I-95 South: Take I-95 South to Exit 260B (I-4 West towards Orlando). Take I-4 West to Exit 74B .(Universal Studios) and get in the right lane. At the traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way. Travel half a mile to Universal Blvd., and turn left. Hard Rock Hotel entrance is 1 mile on the left.
From I-95 North: Take I-95 North to Exit 205 (SR528 - Beachline Expressway) heading West. Continue on Beachline and take I-4 East. Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane. Turn left on Universal Blvd. Hard Rock entrance is 1 mile on the left.