RUMOR Las Vegas hotel – Camouflage mega-suite bathroom

Rumor Las Vegas is the trendy 150-suite boutique hotel, located across from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Opened in 2010, the Rumor Las Vegas décor of their front lobby and lounge is hip, sexy and fun, featuring contrasting shades of charcoal accent with purple hues and select ornate, yet simple touches.

Named the first true boutique hotel in Las Vegas, Rumor Las Vegas features four chromatic, luxury mega-suites. Each suite at Rumor Las Vegas will showcase its own unique design and feel. Weekday pricing is scheduled to begin between $350 and $500 on the weekends.

These new luxury suites will face towards Rumor’s signature 30,000 square foot courtyard, decorated with hammock-strung matured swaying palm trees, grassy knolls and pools.

In addition to the suite’s distinctive color scheme, they will also feature dynamic and impressive, yet complimentary hand-painted murals.

Each of the Rumor Las Vegas suites is 1,000 square feet in size. The first floor suites open up to a large, oversized patio located just steps from the swimming pool and the courtyard events.

The second floor suites feature French doors that open up to an oversized balcony with lounge chairs to check out all the courtyard action below.

Other luxury amenities at the new Rumor Las Vegas suites include: iPod docking stations; wet bar; mini refrigerator; four-seater high boys with a glass top; two custom-made couches with throw pillows; coffee table, 60-inch plasma in the bedroom/living room area and a 32-inch plasma in the bathroom. Speaking of the spacious bathroom, every suite is also equipped with an “ultra-lounge/party bathroom” featuring a 10-person, open shower with two rain showerheads and a plush u-shaped couch that comfortably seats 10.

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THE GOSSIP MEGA-SUITE

The girly-girl “Gossip Mega-Suite” boasts shades of hot and pale pink with splashes of fuchsia. Mirrored stripes of bright pink traversing in multiple directions are noticeable upon entry. A provocatively posed woman conveniently losing her top is this suite’s mural. The second mural is of two lip-locked females wearing purple and pink lipstick.

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THE SWINGER MEGA-SUITE

Murals designed and created by Chemical Spaces adorn the suites.  One mural hangs over the bed, while the other surprises guests upon entry of the bathroom.  In the appropriately named “Swinger Mega-Suite,” mirrored stripes zig zag the walls throughout the black bedroom area.  Bookending the California-king bed propped on a small stage with spotlights at the foot of the bed are crisscrossed metal poles.  The bedroom mural: the torso of a woman wearing a white, unlaced corset while the bathroom mural shows a woman wearing thigh high stockings and snapping her black thong.

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THE DIVA MEGA-SUITE

Last but definitely not least, the “Diva Mega-Suite” shows black floral painting against deep red walls. Only in this suite are there two queen beds with white sheets and black and silver throw pillows that face one another with plush fabric headboards stretching across the walls and ceiling. A woman holding a vibrant red rose is the mural that greets guests. The bathroom’s mural is a woman with pale lips and red and black smoky eyes.

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THE CAMOUFLAGE MEGA-SUITE

Blue camouflage swirls around the guests from the floor to the ceiling in the “Camouflage Mega-Suite.”  The tri-colored effect is also layered with barren black trees with twigs at the top.  A woman with piercing blue eyes and hair is the mural in this suite.  The bed has blue, white and silver throw pillows with a mirror hung right above it.  Dark and pale gray tile stripe the floors both inside the bedroom and bathroom.

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For additional information or to make reservations for one of the new mega-suites at Rumor Las Vegas luxury boutique hotel, please visit www.rumorvegas.com or call (877) 99-RUMOR

Namale Resort

There’s one obnoxious trend in the early 2000s that I am happy to see disappear. I used to receive “Don’t You Wish You Were Here Instead” email attachments with photos of heavenly Eden-esque paradise with clear blue waters, sunset with the perfect blend of orange and yellow, and colorful exotic fish that swim up directly up to your hotel cabin.

Now I know where these photos were collected: the Namale Resort and Spa in Fiji.

Host to ABC show, The Bachelorette, the Namale Resort is nothing short of amazing. Staying there is like taking a vacation in your screensaver.

The elegant Namale Resort is built on the boulders and seacliffs of Vanua, Levu, Fiji’s second largest island. Known for its expertise in infusing magic into any honeymoon, Tatadra (Dream House) suite boasts 3,000 square feet of luxury.

A living/dining room overlooking the private pool and ocean, glass-walled master suite with a four-poster bed, raised Jacuzzi for two, and a hanging-bed pavilion, are just a few of the features that set Namale apart.

Recently voted one of the Top 50 Most Romantic Places on Earth and Fiji’s #1 all-inclusive resort and spa, Namale Resort encourages life at a slow, relaxing pace. As soon as you check-in, every amenity you can think of is in your own Fijian bure or villa overlooking the Koro Sea or on the resort.

The Namale Resort will tempt you to revive the obnoxious “Wish You Were Here” email tradition.

Le Meurice, Paris

The Le Meurice hotel is located in scenic and romantic Paris, France. Enough can’t be said of the magnificent hotel terrace that provides direct views of Paris’ key sites.

You’ll feel as though you can reach out and touch some of the most famous Paris landmarks, including: the Louvre museum, Arc de Triomphe, Place, de la Concorde, and Eiffel Tower.

The Charles X-style decor contains finely crafted marquetry, a trove of art and rare antiques.  The decor is in the style of a mini Versailles. It is elegant and sophisticated.

The luxurious Belle Etoile Suite is 2,250 square feet, plus a 3,200 square foot terrace.

Rate: $18,500

Le Meurice
228 rue de Rivoli
75001 Paris, France
Tel: +33 1 44 58 10 10
Fax: +33 1 44 58 10 15

The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, the largest property in the country to receive AAA’s Five Diamond Award and Mobil Four-Star, is one of the world’s most luxurious resort and convention destinations.

Re-creating Venice’s legendary landmarks, the resort offers unmatched service and quality for leisure and corporate guests.

The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino is all themed around Italy’s most romantic city – Venice. From an entrance modeled on the Doge’s Palace with mosaic-tiled walls, marble statues, Renaissance-style fresco ceilings and canals on which gondolas cruise under trompe-l’œil ceilings, to characters in public spaces singing Verdi’s operas, you might believe that you’re actually in Venice.

The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, with its 36 floors and over 4,000 rooms, allows guests to enjoy all the splendor of Vegas without even leaving the premises.

Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, The Venetian features The Grand Canal Shoppes, an indoor streetscape complete with gondolas and singing gondoliers, the Canyon Ranch SpaClub, world-class gaming, exquisite restaurants, and a wide variety of entertainment such as Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular, Blue Man Group and Wayne Brady on its premises, as well as extensive convention and corporate services.

For additional information, visit Venetian Resort Hotel Casino

Courtesy of: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

The luxurious Fairmont Mission Inn & Spa truly offers its guests an unforgettable experience in the heart of Northern California’s wine country.

The area is rich in history with its roots deep in Native American culture. From the time a natural underground hot spring was discovered, local tribes considered it a place of sacred healing.

Located on the site of original mission in Sonoma, the Fairmont Mission Inn & Spa was built in the style of a mission back in 1926.

The Fairmont Mission Inn & Spa exudes class, style and elegance and is clearly the premier Northern California wine country destination resort.

The hotel is comprised of beautiful Mexican, mission-style buildings that are covered in both natural colored stucco and stone.

As you arrive and proceed down the circular driveway, you are politely greeted by the hotel valet staff. Approaching the hotel entrance along paved stones, you’ll notice a three-tier circular fountain that dominates the entrance plaza.

Courtesy of: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa’s lobby is vast and the luxurious decor consists of rustic woods and wrought iron, in addition to numerous French antiques.

The spacious lobby offers its guests a chance to relax in the sitting area consisting of large, comfortable couches and wing-backed chairs.

The multi-story main building also includes beautiful arched windows that allow gazing out on the hotel’s main grounds.

For fine dining, you are in for a treat. Santé Restaurant is the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa’s signature dining room and has proudly achieved national status. This premier dining establishment was recently awarded the coveted Michelin star for the second year in a row in the new Michelin Guide San Francisco, Bay Area & Wine Country 2011.

For wine lovers, you don’t have to wait to take in a local winery tour. The hotel offers complimentary wine tasting every evening in the lobby’s sitting area. You can taste the area’s best wines in a relaxed environment between 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm.

There are two different categories of accommodations at the Fairmont Sonoma Inn & Spa. The guestrooms are quite large in size and are titled: the Fairmont Heritage Rooms, the Fairmont Wine Country Room and the Fairmont Room with Fireplace. These superior rooms are decorated with light pine wood furniture, plus cream and white accented walls with a floral decor.

The Fairmont Sonoma Inn & Spa. also offers luxurious suites that range from 500 sq. ft. in size for the Wine Country Junior, the 550 sq. ft. Mission Suite, up to the 600 sq. ft. premium Wine Country One Bedroom Suite. All of the Inn’s suites are pure luxury and include a two-person Jacuzzi tub.

Courtesy of: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa – Mission Suite

We stayed in the romantic, signature Mission Suite. The suite includes a comfortable, king-size four-poster bed with a down filled comforter. The suite features a separate seating area, including a roomy love seat and two chairs, located in front of a wood burning fireplace and wall-mounted LCD TV.

Gorgeous French doors with wooden, plantation shutters revealed a ground level patio. We enjoyed a glass of wine listening to the nearby fountain, singing birds and light breezes blowing through the meticulous garden grounds.

The spacious bathroom has 2 sinks, a separate shower with plush towels and soft, cotton robes. Located between the bathroom and bed, the over-sized jacuzzi tub offers room for two. It’s the perfect way to end a romantic day in Sonoma’s wine country.

The rooms also come with high-speed Internet access, making it convenient to plan out your winery tour or just check your email.

To further your relaxation experience, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa features a renowned 40,000 sq. ft. spa that provides the ultimate in pampering and modern therapeutic enjoyment. The spa facilities are incredible and considered by many to be among the finest found anywhere.

Based on the belief of the healing powers of water, this comprehensive, full-service European style spa has long been a desired destination for both health and pleasure.

There are a variety of different treatments available including massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, as well as shiatsu.

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa also features three swimming pools that are fed by body soothing, geothermal mineral waters.

For golf lovers, try the 18-hole championship Sonoma Golf Club golf course. This beautiful, yet challenging golf course plays approximately 7,100 yards from its championship tees. With a backdrop of magnificent oak trees, lakes, vineyards and mountains, this 177 acre property is one of the best golf courses in the world.

For an unbelievable experience, take a ride and enjoy a gourmet meal with incredible wine country views … on the historic Napa Valley Wine Train.

So whether you are looking for a romantic weekend getaway or a complete body & mind, rejuvenating experience, be sure to put the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa on top of your list.

For additional information and to make a reservation, please visit: http://www.fairmont.com/sonoma

The luxurious Kahala Hotel & Resort features a magnificent 26,000 square foot lagoon that is home to a variety of Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin, turtles, and colorful tropical fish.

If you ever get a chance, you definitely need to swim with dolphins and doing it in Hawaii as part of Kahala’s Dolphin Quest is truly an unforgettable experience.

The Dolphin Quest program is provides guests with the opportunity to get up close, swim with and learn about Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is stunning property on Oahu, east of Honolulu and Diamond Head. The lagoon area at Kahala is gorgeous and the ideal location to observe these incredible sea creatures.

The experienced trainers at Dolphin Quest provide daily education programs for guests to experience the dolphins up-close, and fully understand the uniqueness and intelligence of these wonderful creatures.

What I appreciate about the Dolphin Quest program, is the awareness of over-commercialization and not over stressing the dolphins. The trainers limit the number of private sessions to only a few each day.

Dolphin Quest features five beautiful dolphins:

• Hoku – (Name means ‘Star’ in Hawaiian) Hoku was born at The Kahala in 1991. A very good-natured animal, Hoku loves tactile attention and learning new behaviors.
• Kolohe – (‘Rascal’) He is from Dolphin Quest Hawaii, where his mother, Shaka, currently lives. Kolohe is usually one of the first to try new things and is not shy. Kolohe is 13 years old.
• Liho – (‘Rare and Precious’) He is a terrific animal and loves any and all guest interactions. Liho is 13 years old.
• Lono – (An ancient Hawaiian god of fertility and farming) He is the largest and oldest of our Dolphin Quest Oahu animal family. At 500 pounds, he ranks among the larger of the Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin species. He has sired several calves at Dolphin Quest Hawaii where he resided for most of his life.
• Nainoa – (‘The Wanderer’) You will be able to differentiate him from the others because of his chocolate-colored topside. Nainoa was born at Dolphin Quest Hawaii on October 31st, 1997.

Class participants will become educated on how dolphins live and survive in the ocean. In addition, learn several hand signals and actually get the dolphins to perform a few tricks.

In case you are not able to take photos of your dolphin experience, a professional photographer shoots photos during the session. You can purchase the pics and capture the wonderful memories to later share with friends and family.

Whether you are guest at the the Kahala Hotel & Resort or just visiting, you can always just wander down to the lagoon at anytime and watch the dolphins.

For additional information, please visit http://www.kahalaresort.com/swim-with-dolphins-hawaii.cfm

or  http://www.kahalaresort.com/activities/dolphin-quest-encounter.cfm

The Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is definitely one of the best values on the Las Vegas Strip. From exciting casino action and luxury accommodations, to fine dining and fun entertainment, to the world’s most insane thrill rides, Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is the one place that you can’t miss – literally.

The 1,149-foot Stratosphere Tower is a true Las Vegas landmark and home to some of the world’s most original attractions. The Stratosphere thrill rides are the world’s three tallest: the Big Shot, X-Scream, and the new Insanity – our scariest yet!

If a culinary adventure is more your style, try the 360 degree rotating Top of the World Restaurant & Lounge. And for you lovebirds, The Chapel in the Clouds, over 100 stories above Las Vegas, is an ideal place to tie the knot or renew your vows.

As for entertainment on the ground level, we’ve got two outstanding shows: American Superstars celebrity tribute and Bite, the vampire-themed adult revue. Take a stroll through our Tower Shops retail mall or spend the day at Roni Josef International Salon & Spa.

At night, check out the variety of live music and entertainment all over the property. Then relax in one of our newly refurbished rooms or suites.

It’s excitement the way you want it! Great games, great odds and great promotions really make your play pay off. Experience non-stop action on our fun table games, hot slot and video poker machines, or get swept up in the excitement of the race & sports book. All of this is at the Stratosphere.

The Stratosphere boasts an 80,000-square-foot casino featuring over 50 table games and more than 1,500 of the hottest slot and video poker machines. At the Stratosphere, amenities such as the race & sports book and keno ensure that there is something for every gaming preference.

It won’t take you long to discover why Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is the best value on the Las Vegas Strip!

Dream South Beach

Florida is a great place to visit, and on this site you will find a lot of great information about how to make your stay as luxurious as possible.

Perhaps you are on a trip, from seeing the sights of San Francisco, to visiting hostels in New York, and now you are in Florida. With regards to accommodation, there are plenty of great places where you can stay.

For example, a new hotel has opened on the South beach, Miami. It is called Dream South Beach and hopefully its reputation will live up to its name. Inside, you will find a 108 rooms and many great amenities. These include a restaurant which features the extremely well established chef, Geoffrey Zakarian.

It is so nice to have a restaurant in your hotel. This eliminates the need to search around for somewhere nice to eat, especially when you are really hungry. That is one of the great things about this hotel, there is so much to do right inside the building.

If you want some fresh air, you can check out the rooftop pool lounge. From here, you get great views of the Atlantic Ocean, and can even experience a spa. The design of this hotel is very eclectic, with interesting shapes and calming colors.

Dream South Beach

Another great thing about this newly opened hotel is its convenient location. If you fly into Miami International Airport, you will only have to travel 10 miles to reach this hub of luxury. Ideal if you need to relax after a long journey.

If you have not had enough pampering after spending a couple of nights here, there are plenty more great places to check out. The hotel Victor, also on the South Beach, has a great Spa called Spa V.

Here, you can get a wonderful Deep Tissue massage or a facial, as well as many other luxurious treatments to really make you feel like you are on holiday.

Upon reaching the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort, you will quickly notice it is like walking into a set from the movies. Buildings that bear a resemblance to castles in colors of lemon, terracotta and pink.

This beautiful hotel is on the island of Tenerife, Canary Islands. A total of 16 acres of tropical gardens that look out over the El Duque beach.

All of the rooms at the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort-Adeje have a balcony or patio with a view of either the ocean or the gardens. 40 other villas were designed this year, all with a private garden and pool. Each villa is different from each other. This makes the place seem more like a authentic town that sets gently on the ocean front.

One of the toughest decisions you will make here will probably be where you are going to have your next meal. There are 8 restaurants and 9 bars in the resort itself, including an ice cream parlour.

One might wonder why you would even need to leave this paradise hotel. French and Italian cuisine are plentiful. One of the classy restaurants is the Las Aguas which is run by Michelin star chef, Salvador Gallego.

Even the youngest member of your family will be impressed with their own menus that have a wide variety of food for them to choose from. You also have the option of dining outdoors to view the magnificent ocean or relaxing inside with your breakfast.

The 5 swimming pools at the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort-Adeje come together here to make cascades. They are all formed from one level to the next building ponds and rivers. Along with these beautiful swimming pools is a children’s pool.

If you are looking to fish for big game fish, you’ve come to the right spot. Here you can book a game fish excursion for the day.

There are also tennis courts, a gym, billiards, table tennis, darts and more. Golf is another feature offered here with 5 golf courses to choose from with year round warm weather.

For the children you have the playground, a children’s club for 3 to 12 year olds with activities, an afternoon show and a mini disco in the evening. There are children’s menus for them for lunch. The teenager’s club comes with a play station, Wi-Fi and internet.

The excellence of this hotel, its cuisine, and the spectacular views that await you is the perfect place for a luxury holiday in Tenerife and will be etched in your memory for a lifetime.

Namale, Fiji

Located on the edge of the Koro Sea in Savusavu, Fiji – the luxurious resort, Namale is an incredible getaway for romance, relaxation, pampering and a spiritual renewal.

Namale is a 525 acre luxury resort and spa that features 19 unique villas and bures, a world-class spa plus unprecedented service for each guest at this world-class resort.

Namale has also been on the radar of travel industry experts. Namale Resort was recently named the Best Hotel For Romance in the South Pacific in the 2011 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards!

Hudson Mitchell, Namale Director of Sales and Marketing. was quoted, “Namale offers an exclusive, private and luxuriously authentic Fijian experience. The central focus of the Namale family is to make sure that each and every one of our guests has an exceptional experience and leaves our property with a longing to return. We are thrilled that the combined efforts of the Namale family have been recognized by TripAdvisor travelers.”

The world-class spa at Namale merges ancient wisdoms with the knowledge of modern medical sciences and research to create and a generous variety of activities.

Proud to be an award-winning, luxury resort and spa, Namale offers an exclusive getaway for those you enjoy the best life has to offer.

Elegance and pampering is truly a way of life at this magnificent, all inclusive resort.

For more info on Namale, please visit http://www.namalefiji.com

Trump Hotel Collection

Before that bundle of joy turns your twosome to three, steal away for a few days of pre-baby bliss provided by Trump Hotel Collection™.

The Babymoon Package is now available at Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago, Trump International Hotel® Las Vegas, Trump International Hotel™ Waikiki Beach Walk® and Trump SoHo® New York.

The Babymoon Package caters to couples on their second trimester who want to savor what will soon be all too rare: lazy mornings, quiet time for two, and plenty of pampering.

Couples enjoy two nights’ accommodations in a luxury suite, along with the following amenities:
A Prenatal Massage for her and Trump Classic Massage for her partner
One in-room breakfast for two
A twice-daily selection from a menu of healthy mocktails, smoothies and teas
Prenatal pillows from the Trump Pillow Menu to ensure a good night’s sleep

“A babymoon is a wonderful gift for any expecting mom and a great gift to surprise one’s expectant partner,” shared Ivanka Trump, executive vice president of development and acquisitions for The Trump Organization, who is expecting her first child next month. “The second trimester is the ideal time to be pampered and indulged, before travel – and your overall mobility! – becomes restricted.”

For guests in their third trimester, The Spa at Trump® – located in Chicago , Las Vegas , Waikiki and SoHo – offers the Universal Glow Facial to help reduce hormonal acne, and the Crystal Divine Foot Treatment to relieve tired feet and swollen ankles. The Spa at Trump features angled tables that will allow for guests in the third trimester to safely enjoy their treatments.

Available on an ongoing basis, the two-night Babymoon Package is priced from $889, depending on location. For reservations, please visit www.trumphotelcollection.com