Fairmont San Francisco

With love and music in the air, why not enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend in one of the most beautiful cities in the world – San Francisco.

The luxurious Fairmont San Francisco hotel is offering guests its “Love Is In The Air” package or for the musically inclined, the “Venus de Fairmont” package.

The legendary Fairmont San Francisco is the ideal place for guests to enjoy their own love story.

Located atop exclusive Nob Hill, The Fairmont San Francisco features 591 newly renovated guest rooms and suites.

For the best in fining dining, try one of the hotel’s two distinctive restaurants or a new European-style café.

This amazing and luxurious hotel, the Fairmont San Francisco has inspired numerous romantic books and movies over the years.

The “Love Is In The Air” package includes:

• A one-night stay at the landmark hotel
• Choice of Champagne brunch in Laurel Court or Mimosas & Breakfast in Bed

• Complimentary overnight parking

Starting at $299 plus tax and gratuity, available now through December 30, 2011

(Subject to availability, with blackout dates: February 16-18)

Having delighted sweethearts with its awe-inspiring views and gracious service for generations, The Fairmont San Francisco is wooing couples with the “Venus de Fairmont” package.

Starting at $235 plus tax and gratuity, “Venus de Fairmont” features a one-night-stay in the landmark hotel’s elegant suite accommodations, a bottle of sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries.

On Saturday, February 13, guests can pair their luxurious accommodations at The Fairmont San Francisco with the San Francisco Symphony’s performance of “Dmitri Hvorostovsky in Recital.”

Fairmont San Francisco guests are invited to purchase tickets online and receive 25%* off by using a special promotion code for the evening concert Saturday, February 13,
*restrictions/conditions may apply

To make reservations or get additional information, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com.

Washington D.C. cherry blossoms

Although it’s difficult to imagine spring being anywhere close, with much of the U.S. in the grips of a harsh winter …. there is hope.

With warmer weather right around the corner, it’s time to plan for a spectacular annual event – the return of the cherry blossoms to Washington D.C.

This famous event has long been a remarkable piece of D.C. history. The National Cherry Blossom Festival®, highlights the annual blooming of the thousands of cherry trees along the Tidal Basin and elsewhere in the Nation’s capital.

Featuring 415 rooms and luxury suites, The luxury Fairmont Washington, D.C. is celebrating the approaching spring with its signature Cherry Blossom Package.

The hotel’s the Cherry Blossom Package is available to guests from March 25 through April 15, 2011.

The Fairmont Washington, D.C. will offer overnight accommodations for two in a luxurious guestroom, plus complimentary valet parking and a box of assorted note cards featuring scenes of the capital’s monuments and Cherry Blossoms by celebrated Washington, D.C. photographer Jake McGuire.

The Fairmont Washington, D.C courtyard

This 2011 Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the 99th anniversary of 3,000 Yoshino cherry trees that were presented to the City of Washington by the Mayor of Tokyo, as a “memorial of national friendship between the United States and Japan.”

This year’s National Cherry Blossom Festival will be held on Saturday, from March 26 through Sunday, April 10, 2011.

Rates for the Cherry Blossom Package begin at just $229 per night and is based on double occupancy and availability. This package is not applicable to group bookings of ten or more, nor able to be combined with other promotions or special rates. Rates do not include tax or gratuities.

The Fairmont Washington, D.C. is conveniently located at 2401 M Street, NW, near the finest museums, theaters (including the Kennedy Center), shopping and dining.

To make reservations or get additional information on the wonderful Fairmont Washington, D.C. Cherry Blossom Package or other Fairmont properties, please call 202-429-2400 or visit www.fairmont.com/washington

Resort at Squaw Creek

The Resort at Squaw Creek is luxury property located at the base of Squaw Valley USA, home to the 1960 Winter Olympics.

Resort at Squaw Creek is a four-diamond luxury resort and opened its doors on December 20, 1990. This year, Resort at Squaw Creek is celebrating its 20th anniversary season.

Offering several exciting packages to commemorate their 20th anniversary season, Resort at Squaw Creek offers a retro package sure to reignite memories of the 1990s, plus a luxury package offering a grand experience.

Platinum Package:
To celebrate the 20th anniversary, the ultra-upscale Platinum Package features 5-night’s accommodations in a two-story penthouse suite, a custom diamond-platinum pendant, 5-day ski/snowboarding passes for two to Squaw Valley USA, state-of-the-art demo skis, three 75-minute spa treatments per person, dinner for two in Six Peaks Grille, a dog sledding tour, a horse-drawn sleigh ride, a $1,000 shopping spree at Squaw Creek Sports, a private concierge to assist with arrangements and, of course, champagne.

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre

Another ultra-luxury property has just opened in Dubai – The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre.

The incredible Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre features a 341-room hotel along with 124 executive residences. This new property also includes the largest ballroom in the entire Dubai financial district, in addition to a stunning ten-story waterfall.

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre now becomes the second Ritz-Carlton in Dubai and the sixth property in the region for the luxury hotel company.

The Ritz-Carlton is the only hotel that is directly linked to the complex of buildings in Dubai International Financial Centre. To offer the ultimate social hub, the The Ritz-Carlton will feature No. 5, which is the hotel bar located in the prime welcoming position at the end of this pathway.

The center piece of the luxury bar No. 5 is an unbelievable 30 meter (100 feet) wine wall that will hold up to 3,000 bottles of the finest varietals in the world.

The No. 5 wine wall will truly be a focal point for both gourmands and wine connoisseurs.

The The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre also provides several fine dining restaurants that all boast an expansive outdoor terrace, including:
– Blue Rain, the signature Thai fine-dining restaurant
– Can Can, a French all-day dining brasserie
– Center Cut steakhouse, providing multiple settings for the enjoyment of the cuisine made famous by The Ritz-Carlton chefs
– The Lobby Lounge & Terrace offers a casual elegance for the enjoyment of afternoon tea

The sensational 10-story outdoor waterfall cascades down the building directly into the courtyard facing the lobby. It is an incredible sight!

The luxurious Ritz-Carlton also features a total of eight striking water features found throughout the hotel. Designed not just for an aesthetically and aurally pleasing look, the water features also proudly represent the “feng shui” belief that the constant flow of water signifies wealth and prosperity.

For those looking to exercise or just be pampered, the The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre also offers a fully equipped health club in addition to a luxurious Ritz-Carlton Spa, which provides 13 luxury treatment rooms.

To learn more about this elegant new property in Dubai, contact The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre at www.ritzcarlton.com/dubaiifc or by calling +9714 372 2555.

Photo: Elizabeth R. Mitchell

Enjoy a taste of Paris at the Rue de la Paix. The Rue de la Paix shopping promenade comprises numerous exciting shops.

The Paris Hotel & Casino also has a gift and convenience store. If you’re seeking superlative shopping, the hotel’s superb location puts you close to some of the finest shopping adventures in the world.

Hand in hand, you can stroll down the cobblestone sidewalks of the Rue de la Paix shopping district. The Rue de la Paix, a mini replica of Paris France’s famous shopping district, is a shopping promenade that comprises numerous exciting shops.

You’ll find an array of authentic French boutiques, including a garden shop, wine and cheese shop, and high-end clothing stores.

Kempinski Hotel

Luxury holidays in Egypt can be a wonderful experience for anyone wishing to travel. One luxury hotel to stay in is the Kempinski Hotel in Soma Bay. As guests arrive at this hotel, they are greeted with an array of flowing fountains and beautiful landscaping during the day and a spectacular show of lights in the evening.

Another luxury hotel in Egypt is Sofitel Luxor Winter Palace. This hotel was built in 1886 on the Nile River. This hotel is rated as a five star hotel and is located in the center of the city. Leisure activities available at this hotel include an outdoor heated pool, table tennis, volleyball facilities and billiards.

In additional to the remarkable hotels in which to stay over night, Egypt offers so much more for vacationers.

The London NYC lobby

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is the world’s premier fashion event. What better place to stay but The London NYC, which is ideally located in the thriving heart of Manhattan.

The London NYC has just been recognized as one of Travel + Leisure Magazine’s 2011 World’s Best Hotels.

The London NYC is within walking distance of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, and will definitely be the place to be and be seen for New York’s fashion crowd.

The London NYC is a luxury all-suite hotel and just steps from Fifth Avenue Shopping, Central Park, the Museum of Modern Art, and the famous Broadway theaters.

As Manhattan’s tallest hotel, guests of The London NYC will enjoy unbelievable views of Central Park, the city skyline, plus the Hudson River from any of its 561 spacious suites.

The London NYC can be found in the pulse of midtown Manhattan, and rises to the style and service expectations of even the most discerning traveler.

For foodies, enjoy an incredible fine dining experience at one of The London NYC three delectable dining options: Gordon Ramsay, Maze, and The London Bar.

The two Michelin starred Gordon Ramsay is a luxurious French fine dining restaurant based upon Gordon’s eponymous “Restaurant Gordon Ramsey” in London.

For guests looking for a slightly less formal experience, Maze offers a daily changing menu of market specials, incorporating gastronomic influences into the innovative tasting-sized dishes.

Lastly, the London Bar offers a traditional full English breakfast, an afternoon tea that includes freshly cut sandwiches and a variety of decadent pastries, and a small bites menu and unique cocktails in the evening.

The London NYC is an intimate oasis in bustling midtown New York and is located at 151 West 54th St., between 6th & 7th Ave.

For additional information on The London NYC, please visit www.thelondonnyc.com

Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club

Innisbrook, a Salamander Golf & Spa Resort in Florida, is celebrating its 40th anniversary and is offering a travel program to die for.

The luxurious Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club is located on 900 wooded acres of rolling hills and 70 acres of lakes in the scenic St. Petersburg / Clearwater area on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

For those looking for an extravagant travel getaway, Innisbrook is offering a magnificent 40 days and 40 night package for only $40,000 in the the luxury resort’s Presidential Suite.

Blue Boar Inn

Recognized as Utah’s top-rated bed-and-breakfast plus one of the state’s distinguished dining establishments, The Blue Boar Inn & Restaurant, has just announced its “Bed, Bobsledding and Breakfast” romance package.

The Blue Boar Inn is fashioned after a luxurious European hunting lodge, and the new “Bed, Bobsledding and Breakfast” romance package offers its guests overnight accommodations, bobsledding with a professional driver at the Utah Olympic Park in Park City and a gourmet European breakfast.

Palms Place Hotel & Spa

From the day it opened (March 2008) in Las Vegas, Palms Place quickly became one of the “it” places to be anywhere in Sin City.

Palms Place Hotel & Spa is a luxury, 47-story hotel and spa featuring 599 units that range in size from spacious studios and one-bedroom suites up to most spectacular penthouses.

The lavish and luxurious, Palms Place is synonymous with elegance and chic. The Palms Place Pool is another of Vegas’ newest hot spots.

Palms Place also features a 50,000 square-foot pool and spa enclave, nestled amongst lush landscaping and beautiful manicured gardens. In addition, the area offers the first hammam in all of Las Vegas, bringing back the ancient traditions of a Turkish bath and offering a decadent blend of ancient and contemporary treatments.

Palms Place Hotel & Spa has just received the coveted AAA Four Diamond Award.

Palms owner George Maloof was quoted, “I am extremely proud of our team at Palms Place. They continue to work hard every day to exceed our customers’ expectations.  Receiving this award is a direct reflection of our dedication to creating an outstanding experience for all guests by delivering unique, personalized service. We look forward to future recognitions at this property.”

The exclusive award is given properties meeting all the criteria that have been established by AAA, including – excellence in comfort, cleanliness and hospitality. In addition, properties must offer an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.

Guests of Palms Place Hotel & Spa will experience the superior service elements and sophistication at Palms Place while still enjoying the exciting features at Palms Casino Resort.

Palms Casino Resort is located a short indoor walk from Palms Place, offering guests top-notch entertainment from the Pearl Concert Theater.

In addition, there are world-class nightlife options including ghostbar, Rain, Moon and the celebrated Playboy Club.

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake -China

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake has opened and is the epitome of the luxury hotel industry in China.

The Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake resides near the clear blue waters of China’s historic West Lake, in addition to being flanked by majestic mountains.

The luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake is the fourth property opened in China by Four Seasons.

As its China expansion continue, the Four Seasons has plans to open additional hotel properties in Beijing, Guangzhou, Qingdao, Shanghai Pudong, Shenzhen, Suzhou, plus two other properties in Sanya.

It’s an impressive property and offers its guest 78 luxury rooms, in addition to featuring a series of pagoda-style pavilions that overlook a meandering lagoon and linked by walkways through landscaped water gardens offering a peaceful retreat for its patrons.

For the ultimate in fine dining, the Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake offers Jin Sha, the hotel’s chic restaurant features both delicious Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine. Jin Sha restaurant is championed by celebrity chef, Tony Lu. The restaurant also includes eleven private dining rooms, plus a lively bar.

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou was inspired by ancient traditions, yet modernly equipped with 21st-century technologies and therapies. The spa features nine treatment rooms.

Under the direction of Helen Yau, the spa will focus on traditional Chinese and Asian rituals designed for beauty and rejuvenation.

For additional information, please visit – Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake