Resort Hotels

Ritz-Carlton announces new resort for Aruba
Luxury hotel brand Ritz-Carlton has announced plans to open an exclusive 320-room oceanfront resort situated on Aruba’s famed Palm Beach.

Rock bottom deals for holidays down under
For bookings made now up until 28 February 2010 for travel until 30 April 2010, visit the heart of Australia and arguably the world’s most iconic and spiritual rock – ‘Uluru’ staying at Ayers Rock Resort and receive three nights accommodation for the price of two as well the award-winning ‘Sounds of Silence’ sand under foot, stars up above, outback dining experience, saving £148/person (A$260/person)*.

Flirting and fitness in Malta
Flirtologist and Fitness Guru Jean Smith, a relationship and flirting expert will be running flirting and fitness weekends for singletons at the five star Fortina Spa Resort in Malta throughout 2010.

Indulge in luxury at Hyatt's newest Caribbean resort
Hyatt Regency Curaçao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is offering introductory rates starting at $199 (approx. £127) to celebrate the launch of the new luxury resort opening on 20 April.

Hullett House celebrates Hong Kong’s heritage
In celebration of Hong Kong’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, Hullett House, the design-led heritage development consisting of an intimate hotel, five restaurants and bars and a souvenir store, is opening its doors to the general public, inviting them on guided group tours to historical points of interest within the house, free of charge.

GOLF Magazine accolades for the Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies golf-and-resort lifestyle destination consortium (CRG) has announced that two of its six properties were voted “best” in Canada by GOLF Magazine readers for their superlative golf and lodging facilities.

Al Aqah reef is flourishing
The clear waters off Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort have become home to numerous fish species, after the introduction of 35 man-made reef structures, which were deployed as part of an international project to rehabilitate the world's ocean reef ecosystems and to protect the natural reef systems.

Iberostar launches healthy breakfast range
The Iberostar hotel chain, in collaboration with the Food Sciences Institute of University of Navarre, has recently launched its new sumptuous breakfast menus. Iberostar decided they wanted to provide a rich and healthy gastronomic offering to their guests while also designing the perfect routine for a healthy, well-balanced and nutritional start to the day for any visiting families.
Sani Resort goes for green in 2010
The Sani Resort, a three-generation family-owned resort in Halkidiki, is known for being one of the most luxurious holiday destinations in Greece. As well as offering superb accommodation, service and facilities, the resort is blessed with a stunning natural beauty which Sani wishes to protect and preserve.

New ferry route puts Cork on the map
Make way for Ireland’s new hotspot; Cork city. It’s been named as one of the top ten places to visit in 2010 by leading global travel insiders* (alongside destinations like Singapore and Vancouver) and now a new sailing route from the UK with Fastnet Line has made it even easier to discover this exciting city in South-West Ireland.

Australian resort offers carbon neutral luxury
Australia’s first conservation-based luxury resort, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa, has now become the first hotel in the world to achieve carbon neutral certification from an internationally accredited greenhouse gas certification scheme.

Ayana voted world’s top spa
Thermes Marins Bali Spa has been awarded the World’s Number One Spa at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Spa Awards 2010, in the latest accolade bestowed upon Ayana Resort and Spa Bali following its rebranding.
Food for thought at The Jalousie Plantation
It’s a new year and a new decade and The Jalousie Plantation on the scenic eastern Caribbean island of St Lucia has plenty to celebrate.
Armani Hotel Dubai launches online booking system
The opportunity to experience the “Stay with Armani” proposition is now a reality. Armani Hotel Dubai has unveiled its online booking system, and bookings can be made in real time at armanihotels.com.

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.