Hotels
Andalucian retreat celebrates 10 years
La Fuente de la Higuera is a magical country retreat combining Andalucian charm with luxury design and a house-party atmosphere. Established 10 years ago by husband and wife team, Christina and Pom Peik, La Fuente de la Higuera has enjoyed a fantastic first decade, with a fleet of famous guests including David Cameron, Adrian Brody and many high profile Spanish personalities.
A fresh new look in Bangkok
An extensive THB890 million (US$25.9 million) refurbishment programme at the InterContinental Bangkok has now been completed and the changes become evident upon arrival, with the reconfigured entrance driveway and the glass-covered walk-in entry at pavement level. Inside, guests take in a completely transformed hotel.
Get back to nature in first-class comfort
Food and art lovers are being invited to dine with a difference this World Environment Day (5 June 2009). The AA Rosette award-winning JB’s Bar and Restaurant in Park Plaza Victoria London has teamed up with fine-art photographer Joseph Eta to bring the outdoors in and create the experience of dining inside an art installation.
Millbrook puts ‘love and passion’ into Sunday lunch
The culinary team at five-star the Millbrook Resort in Queensland is putting the ‘love and passion’ into dishes served at the historic Millhouse restaurant.
The Balmoral seeks out Middle East travellers
The Balmoral, voted Scotland’s number one hotel and the second within the UK by industry bible, Travel + Leisure magazine, has announced a ‘stay for 3 nights and only pay for 2’ for guests residing in the Middle East region.
New hotel redefines the Andalucían experience
The Lodge & Spa in Ronda, Malaga has opened from May 2009 after 3 years in creation. The exquisite African inspired hide-away is the brainchild of Christina Piek, who also runs the renowned La Fuente de la Higuera hotel with her husband Pom; a luxury ‘home from home’ to their high-profile clients.
A finely tuned duet in London
For opera fans, there will be no better place to be this summer than in London at The Milestone. That is because Holland Park, a mere 15 minute walk from the hotel, welcomes the return of its Opera Holland Park season (June 2nd through August 7th 2009), which promises top-quality productions of classical masterpieces in the heart of one of London's much-loved parks.
Enjoy the best of Cornwall
Cornwall biggest annual event, The Royal Cornwall Show in Wadebridge, is only 4 miles from Retallack Resort & Spa and offers a great opportunity to enjoy the best of this beautiful county.
Traditional Mauritian style
Located on the spectacular Belle Mare beach and protected by coral reefs, Beau Rivage has a certain charm and welcoming atmosphere which offsets a delicate elegance and nonchalant luxury.
Honeymoon heaven on earth
'No news and no shoes' is the motto in the Maldives, especially when staying at Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort or Vilu Reef Beach & Spa Resort, and those choosing to visit for their honeymoon will delight in the sheer ease of life. Lazy days stretch into balmy evenings with the turquoise-blue sea playing centre-stage.
High praise for the Intercontinental Melbourne
InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto has received another international accolade, as the only hotel in Australia to be included in the 2009 Wallpaper* penultimate list of the 50 Best Business Hotels around the world.
Million dollar views for budget travellers in Sydney
The new Sydney Harbour YHA, only minutes walk from the waterfront and the first quality budge accommodation in this highly sought after harbour-side precinct will open in November 2009, offering quality budget accommodation and sublime Sydney Harbour views from just ?21.
Luxury Fijian resort announces spa opening
One of the world’s best beaches is now home to the pinnacle of luxury resorts, with the 1 June opening of InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa on Natadola Beach, the pride of Fiji’s Coral Coast.
Kids won’t get bored at La Manga Club
Parents worried about the cost of entertaining kids this half-term can take advantage of some fantastic offers from La Manga Club, southern Spain, and the wide range of facilities on offer.
Calendar Girls at the Nöel Coward Theatre
When the ladies of the Rylstone and District WI dared to bare themselves for their famous charity calendar, they raised a fortune and a few eyebrows. After inspiring a Hollywood hit, with Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, their story has been turned into a play, with six of Britain's best-loved actresses in the lead roles.