Hotels

New resort is set to redefine luxury in British Columbia

The highly anticipated Black Rock Oceanfront Resort opened January 16th, in Ucluelet, British Columbia. Perched on a promontory jutting out onto the Pacific Ocean on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, this West Coast masterpiece is set to redefine luxury.

Travelling with children is as easy as ABC with Hyatt

Having trouble finding the perfect family holiday for 2009? At Hyatt Resorts you’re guaranteed a superb, fun-filled holiday for the whole family wherever you choose to travel. Explore ancient history on horseback, float down one of the longest lazy rivers, soar over the desert in a hot air balloon, learn the art of bread making or put dad in his place with a game of Cranium – there really is something for all ages.

Park Hyatt and Louis Vuitton present “Hair Room Service”

Park Hyatt has partnered with Louis Vuitton to present a Tour of the World, featuring “Hair Room Service” by famous French hairstylist and couture icon John Nollet. This year-long programme launched in early December at Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme with a well-attended, star-studded event, including high-profile guests and clients of Nollet such as Monica Belluci and Marion Cotillard.

New game reserve offers luxury leisure in South Africa

Opening 1st April 2009, Nkomazi Game Reserve, known as the place of water, is a destination of outstanding scenic beauty. Situated in one of the malaria-free areas of Mpumalanga province in South Africa, Nkomazi defines the ultimate in luxurious tented accommodation for those who appreciate and seek the very best of luxury leisure.

The early bird gets the deal at LaSource

Everyone is looking for a great deal this year, and LaSource luxury-inclusive spa resort on Pink Gin Beach, Grenada is offering travellers a special incentive to get a head start on planning their holidays.

Blanket Bay featured among world’s best

Glenorchy’s Blanket Bay lodge has once again been named among the best luxury hotels on Earth. It is one of only two resorts in New Zealand earning a place on the newly issued Forbes list of the top 400 accommodation properties worldwide.

Franchise agreement to boost Germany’s hotel offering

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a franchise agreement with Foremost Hospitality GmbH to introduce 20 new Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express properties across the country’s key cities by 2016.

Cape Town’s Twelve Apostles Hotel is pure gold

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town has been named for the first time on Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious Gold List. A ranking of 95.8 for rooms puts it alongside two of Cape Town’s best loved hotels, while a 96.0 ranking for food places it first equal in the whole of Africa and the Middle East, a seriously important and delicious accolade.

Hotels.com to integrate TripAdvisor reviews

Hotels.com has today announced that it will be integrating TripAdvisor hotel reviews on all of its 31 web sites across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The inclusion of the reviews is part of the brand's mission to help its users choose the best property for their travel needs.

Saturday Brunch launches at Cookbook Cafe

Cookbook Cafe at the InterContinental London Park Lane has announced a new reason to enjoy the weekend with the addition of Saturday brunch. Traditionally an adult affair, with unlimited Champagne and Bellinis, children can now join in the fun by getting involved at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on Saturday 17th January from 12pm to 4pm, the first collaboration between InterContinental London Park Lane and Cookie Crumbles.

Andaz West Hollywood opens its doors

The monumental artwork by artist Brian Cairns that has concealed Andaz West Hollywood’s south-facing exterior for the last month has come down to reveal the second property in the Andaz brand portfolio and the first Andaz hotel to open in the United States. Encouraging guests to create their own experience, Andaz West Hollywood offers an uncomplicated stay while focusing on delivering the simplest pleasures.