Luxury Hotels

Blanket Bay strikes gold
Hard on the heels of being named the world’s third greatest accommodation property by Readers’ Choice 2009 Top 100, New Zealand’s leading luxury resort has struck gold.

Limitless romance at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Cupid’s arrow is heading east this Valentine’s Day, on target for Le Méridien Al Aqah’s incredible Valentine’s Day package which includes a number of romantic treats priced at AED 1199 per couple.
Banish winter blues with a bargain break in Bermuda
There are only 13 days left to save $650 on a sunny escape as Bermuda’s largest sale in UK history ends on 26 January 2010.

Romantic breaks for every budget in Wiltshire
As the original home of the classic country house hotel, the county of Wiltshire is the perfect choice for a Valentine’s Day break. Not only is there a wide selection of these types of hotels but there are also numerous smaller, inexpensive properties offering delightful accommodation for couples.

Free nights for early bookers at La Manga Club
Holidaymakers booking their 2010 breaks early can take advantage of free nights at La Manga Club thanks to the prestigious resort’s new promotions.

Serenade the senses - Valentine's in Cambodia
For something different from the usual chocolates and flowers this Valentine’s Day, treat a loved one to a sensual journey through touch, taste and sight with a romantic break at Siem Reap’s boutique style icon, Hôtel de la Paix.
England kick off 2010 football fiesta at La Manga Club
England’s women are among more than 70 top football teams hoping a winter break at La Manga Club will kick-start 2010 for them.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park introduces Daniel Boulud cuisine
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London will introduce the award-winning cuisine of Lyon-born chef Daniel Boulud to the UK when Bar Boulud opens in the hotel in Spring 2010. Designed as a French inspired bistro and wine bar, Bar Boulud, London will follow the successful format of Bar Boulud in New York which has achieved significant acclaim.

Wedded bliss in the Maldives
Whether it’s a wedding ceremony at sunset or on a private sandbank, Sun Hotels & Resorts offer an unparalleled romantic island experience that will ensure the big day is both stress free and unforgettable.

Celebrate Valentine's Day at a romantic Irish retreat
Experience a romantic break like never before at Ireland’s stunning Castlemartyr Resort where you and your loved one can enjoy five-star luxury together for £100 per person per night* in a deluxe room along with a full Irish breakfast each morning.
WorldHotels launches ‘recession-buster’ initiatives
Following its very successful “Take 5” initiatives in 2009, WorldHotels, the international group for independent hotels, has launched the next level of its global 'Recession Buster' measures.

Top beachside beauties
How far into the depths of your memory do you have to go to retrieve that feeling of the sun on your skin, wearing little, and feeling heady from an exhausting day on the beach, topped off with a couple of lip-numbing sun-downers?

Romantic Valentines’ retreats in Madeira
The Quintas da Madeira offer the perfect solution for a romantic February retreat with personalised service and a range of activities including spa treatments for two, horse riding, golf, levada walks and dolphin a whale watching excursions. Additionally, with February temperatures averaging around 18 to 19 Celsius, Madeira is a much warmer alternative to the UK.

January detox at the Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa
The chance to detox, improve sleeping patterns, banish cellulite or feel the benefits of a natural ‘botox’ treatment are all part and parcel of the Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa’s newly launched spa menu.
World’s first Armani Hotel to open in the Burj Dubai
Armani Hotel Dubai, the first hotel to open under the collaboration between Giorgio Armani S.p.A. and Emaar Properties PJSC, will be officially launched on March 18, 2010, it has been announced.