Hotels
Hotel jobs boost for County Clare
A leading tourist accommodation group has been granted planning permission to incorporate a historic 17th century country house, near Quin in County Clare, into a 25million euro hotel complex. Atlantis Developments Ltd. said that the 5-star development would create 30 jobs during construction and a further 45 full-time and part-time positions when it opens in 2010.
Experience a sea of tranquillity with marine based spa treatments
Whatley Manor, the 23 bedroomed peaceful retreat in the heart of the Cotswolds, has introduced a new 60 minute ‘La Prairie Marine Youth Protection Treatment’, to add to its collection of La Prairie experiences. The hotel’s spa Aquarias is the only La Prairie five star ‘Art of Beauty’ centre outside of London. These centres are only found in the most exclusive spas around the world and are a sign of outstanding quality.
Affordable resort style breaks in Australia
Set amongst luscious tropical landscape gardens Coral Tree Inn’s affordable resort style accommodation, convenient central location and warm friendly service makes this resort the perfect escape or an ideal base from which to discover Tropical North Queensland’s natural wonders of reef and rainforest.
Reef encounters
Situated on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns, is Reef Encounter - Australia’s exclusive floating luxury boutique hotel offers guests the opportunity to enjoy the ultimate reef experience.
Linthwaite House Hotel unveils sumptuous new rooms
Following an intensive six month building programme, work is now almost complete on the new £1.3 million extension at Linthwaite House Hotel, with the award winning boutique hotel, overlooking Lake Windermere, set to unveil the first of its five new rooms at the end of July, bringing the total to 32.
Don’t let the credit crunch harm your relationship
As part of its ‘Campaign for the Real Weekend’ a nationally representative survey commissioned by purplehotels and carried out by BMRB* has revealed fascinating statistics about ‘weekend break ’ habits amongst people in the UK.
June sees launch of exclusive Mauritian hideaway
This June sees the unveiling of one of the world’s most privileged and exclusive island hideaways. Mauritius is a paradise of incomparable beauty and Anahita now invites guests to experience the ultimate tropical holiday in their own private Mauritian residence.
The high road to success
The first five industry-ready graduates in an innovative and unique chefing programme, 'Quick to the Cut', graduated from this exciting course on Tuesday 0th June at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Resort.
Flagship hotel resort to open on Dubai’s The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm will be the first and flagship resort on Dubai’s revolutionary island The Palm Jumeirah when it opens on 24 September 2008. Created by Kerzner International Holdings Limited, a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, the stunning new 1,539-room resort is already filling up for autumn, so book now and take advantage of Netflight’s special offer.
Dubai hotel celebrates 10th Anniversary with lavish refurbishment
The Al Bustan Rotana Dubai is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a lavish multi-million dirham refurbishment. The luxurious renovations include a transformation of the entire hotel, combining contemporary styling with classic Arabic and European design, creating a hotel that sets a new benchmark for luxury and sophistication in the region.
Banyan Tree strengthens presence in the Middle East
Banyan Tree Holdings, a leading developer, designer and operator of top-tier hotels, resorts, spas, residences and retail galleries worldwide, has made strategic inroads into the Middle East market over the past three years. The Group’s latest project is Angsana Hotel & Suites Dubai - which will add 417 suites and 364 hotel rooms to the dynamic hotel industry in the Emirates when it opens this year. Located along Sheikh Zayed Road, this property will also be the first city hotel under the Angsana brand.
A celebration of seafood in North Yorkshire
The Great Seafood Festival will be held from 5th-21st September at the General Tarleton Inn, at Ferrensby, North Yorkshire (generaltarleton.co.uk). This is a gastronomic celebration of our wonderful - and very long - English coastline, including everything from locally smoked fish to lobsters, langoustines, clams, mussels, scallops, halibut, seabass and turbot - all just a taste of the delights to be had during this popular festival.
Enjoy a British summer with Macdonald Hotels
With almost a quarter of British consumers delaying family holidays abroad, UK based summer breaks have never been more popular. Macdonald Hotels have 40 properties across Britain providing luxury, affordable family holidays, without breaking the bank. And the AA Hotel Group of the Year is offering up to 50% off across all hotels between 27 June and 2 September 2008. Kids under 12 stay and eat breakfast for free.
Sonoma Wine Country welcomes gay marriage and honeymoons
Just 30 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, the Sonoma Wine Country has long been the year-round destination of choice for gays and lesbians seeking sunshine, great food and wine, and the natural beauty of redwood forests, cool rivers and the stunning ocean coast. When gay and lesbian marriages are permitted in June, Sonoma Country will be a natural destination for couples seeking getaway weddings or the perfect honeymoon destination.
Brit's discover one of Greece's hidden gems
The hospitality of Kefalonia has been well known since the time of the ancient writer Homer. One family run hotel in particular today prides itself on continuing this tradition and has become a firm favourite with the Brit's holidaying to this beautiful Greek island.