Sunday, November 15, 2009

Ashford Castle — County Mayo, Ireland
























Ashford Castle Dates Back To 1228 And Is Set On The Shores Of Lough Corrib - Irelands Second Largest Lake - In The Picturesque Village Of Cong. Today It Is Recognized As A World Class Resort Property In A Private Estate Of 350 Acres. Once The Home Of The Guinness Family Ashford Was The Chosen Location For The Producers And Stars During The Making Of The Epic Film The -quiet Man-. It Has Also Played Host To President And Mrs. Reagan And More Recently The Famous Hollywood Star Pierce Brosnan -alias 007- Chose Ashford As The Venue For His Personal Wedding. .
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Halekulani — Honolulu, HI, United States



















Halekulani, originally a private beachfront estate, has been accommodating discriminating travelers to Waikiki Beach since 1917. This Waikiki hotel's tradition of gracious hospitality prevails today in the same beachfront setting, an oasis of luxury, impeccable service and fine cuisine which is world renowned. The word Halekulani means "house befitting heaven," and that is exactly what the guest will find at this luxurious hotel. Recognized for its excellence in service, Halekulani is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, and Okura Hotels & Resorts.

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa Koloa, HI, United States



















The Hyatt Regency Kauai Resort And Spa Is A Spectacular Year-Round Oceanfront Resort Located On The South Side Of Kauai, The Garden Island. With 602 Luxurious Guest Rooms And Elegant Suites, The Resort's 50 Acres Include a 1-Acre Free-Form Pool, 150 Ft. Water Slide, 3 Whirlpools And A Five Acre Salt Water Lagoon, Excellent For Families. In Addition To The Full Tennis Complex, Anara Spa Offers The Ultimate In Pampering With Indoor/outdoor Massage Rooms, Outdoor Lava Rock Showers And Extensive Fitness Center. The Resort Is Located Directly Adjacent To The Poipu Bay Golf Course, Home Of The PGA Grand Slam For Ten Years Running.

Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows Kohala Coast, Kona, United States
























At Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows, Each Guest Receives VIP Treatment Beginning At Check-in. All Guests Are Welcomed With Traditional Hawaiian Hospitality, Receiving A Lei Greeting And Refreshing Fruit At Check-in. They Are Then Escorted To Their Hotel Room By One Of The Many Staff Members On Hand. This AAA 5 Diamond Award Winner is Located On The Big Island's Kohala Coast, Hawaii's Sunniest Coastline With Only Eight Inches Of Rain Annually.

The Big Island's diverse topography and various climates make it one of the world's best locations for sight seeing via helicopter. Search for active lava flows, lush rainforests, deep valleys and waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, whales, hidden beaches and much more!

The concierge at Mauna Lani can arrange for this "experience of a lifetime" through one of several helicopter tour companies located just minutes from the resort.

Grand Lido Braco Resort And Spa Falmouth, Jamaica














The charm of the old Caribbean meets the luxury of Grand Lido Resorts & Spas. At Grand Lido Braco Resort & Spa, we've created Jamaica's first and only Super-Inclusive village, complete with gingerbread architecture and an authentic Town Square. Here, anything's possible and everything's included. Sumptuous cuisine. Premium bar drinks. Championship golf and tennis. Sailing, snorkeling & scuba. Scintillating nightlife. Perfumed gardens. Separate au naturel facilities. And, of course, one of the finest beaches on Jamaica's North Coast.

Round Hill Hotel And Villas Montego Bay, Jamaica















You recognize a sense of style at Round Hill as soon as you drive through the gates. It is like a cashmere sweater, exquisite to experience, but not the least bit showy. Profuse gardens, secluded beaches, a world-class spa in an 18th century great house at the edge of the sea, plenty of privacy and warm, friendly staff add up to the low-key luxury and timeless glamour. This ultimate legendary resort just gets better.

For an all-inclusive vacation, consider the resort's "All Inclusive Platinum Plan" which is a flat fee per person added to your room or suite rate. Just make your reservation, and then request the "All Inclusive Platinum Plan" addition.

Half Moon Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica

















Half Moon offers two intoxicating crescent-shaped beaches dotted with palm trees, and over 50 cool, freshwater pools that summon guests in for a quick dip or a languorous swim. For those craving rejuvenation, the resort`s exclusive spa facility is a welcome haven, and the Robert Trent Jones Sr. Championship Golf Course, and tennis facilities are world-class. An exciting variety of dining options and entertainment venues allow guests to follow their whims and choose gourmet Italian one night and a sumptuous beach barbecue the next. Since 1954, Half Moon, Montego Bay has played host to discerning travelers from around the world, seeking a hideaway filled with discovery, romance and adventure. Half Moon has been honored to host leading celebrities, royalty, heads of church and state, presidents of multinational companies, singles, couples and families (including the smallest members) who delight in the luxurious accommodations and limitless array of activities. As the winner of four major green hotel awards, Half Moon is committed to preserving its beautiful piece of paradise, and makes every effort to harmoniously co-exist with the environment, while still maintaining the highest standards of excellence that guests expect.

Maroma Resort and Spa — Solidaridad, Mexico
























Maroma Resort And Spa Is A Secluded, Luxurious Hideaway Situated On One Of The World's Best Beaches And Protected By a 200 Acres Preserve. The Resort Is Conveniently Located Within Reach Of All Historical Sites Including Chichen-Itza, Uxmzl, Coba And Tulum. The Location Offers Access To The World's Second Largest Barrier Reef And Is Perfect For Snorkeling, Ocean And Cave Diving, Kayaking And Jungle River Trips. The Resort Is Located Only 20 Minutes By Car Fron Cancun International Airport. Maroma Resort And Spa Offers Direct Access To A Mile Of Secluded White Sand Beaches and Lush Tropical Gardens. Resort Facilities Include Gourmet Oceanfront Dining, Numerous Spa Services, As Well As A Library, Boutique, Art Gallery And Multimedia Theater. The Resort Was Built By Hand With No Electrical Tools And Features Palapa Thatched Roof Buldings. Activities Include Water Sports, Snorkeling, Deep-Sea Fishing, Championship Golf, Horseback Riding, Outdoor Pool And Jacuzzi. 58 Luxurious Rooms And Suites Are Appointed With King Size Beds, Sunken Tubs, Ceiling Fans And Unique Furniture Made In The Resort's Workshops. Each Includes An Outdoor Terrace Complete With Hammock, Hand Painted Tiles and Handwoven Fabrics. Many Rooms And Suites Offer A Full Oceanview And All Are Located No More Than 50 Meters From The Beach. It is One Of The World's Most Romantic Hideaway Resorts.

Royal Hideaway Playacar — Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

















Royal Hideaway Playacar is for the most discriminating guests, we proudly offer the exquisite enchantment of our adults-only Royal Hideaway resort. Designed to feel more like a fully-staffed private vacation home with 11 villas, each with a private concierge. Royal Hideaway boasts the AAA-Five Diamond award distinction; is a member of Leading Hotels and Virtuoso. Meanwhile, guests of Royal Hideaway Playacar soak in incomparably serene Caribbean vistas, experience succulent culinary creations served in the finest surroundings, endlessly pampering spa treatments, and an attentive staff that lives the idea of 'always at your service.'

The exclusive Royal Hideaway Playacar offers 200 elegantly-appointed guest accommodations including 6 junior suites and 2 presidential suites. Mexican colonial style architecture adorns two- or three- floor villas giving guests sheer privacy and exceptional intimacy throughout their stay. Royal View accommodations feature a view of the azure Caribbean. All rooms feature a furnished balcony or terrace as well as a private villa concierge, candles, pillow menu, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, Etro amenities, hydromassage bathtub &shower, monogrammed terrycloth bathrobes and slippers, satellite TV, a safety deposit box, DVD player, high-speed wireless Internet access, CD stereo system, stocked mini-fridge with water, soda & beer, and coffee maker.

The Fairmont Mayakoba — Playa del Carmen, Mexico




















Fairmont Hotels and Resorts is venturing into tropical territory, with the Riviera Maya providing an exotic backdrop for a new addition to the brand's portfolio. The Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, will be part of the Mayakoba resort community development situated along the Caribbean coastline. Located approximately 40 miles south of Cancun near the town of Playa del Carmen, on the Tulum corridor in the province of Quintana Roo, this rapidly growing tourist destination is renowned for its pristine beaches, lush forest, Mayan ruins and premier diving and snorkeling. In addition to Fairmont Hotels & Resorts' 401-room resort property, the Mayakoba resort development will also house five additional hotel sites, two golf courses and residential properties. Tempt your palate at one of our dining outlets which include a Mexican and international cuisine restaurant in the main building, Brisas del Mar, an elegant Oceanside restaurant with a high palapa roof and terrace seating for 50, a casual all-day pool grill, and a sunrise-to-sunset market cafe. Afternoon tea and coffee service, tropical cocktails and seasonal live music are offered in the lobby bar; a swim-up pool bar and 24-hour In-Room Dining are also available.

Four Seasons Palm Beach — Palm Beach, FL, United States

























An exclusive oceanfront setting for relaxed Palm Beach elegance, award-winning dining and the flawless service of Four Seasons, on one of the finest sweeps of sun-splashed beach in South Florida, minutes from challenging golf and endless diversions on land or sea. An exclusive, oceanfront meeting place with relaxed Palm Beach elegance and flawless, resourceful Four Seasons service, on the finest sun-splashed beach in South Florida, minutes from challenging golf and endless diversions on land or sea.

The Breakers — Palm Beach, FL, United States

























The Breakers Hotel Is Recognized As One Of The Finest In The World. The 560-room, Italian Renaissance Style Hotel Resides On 140 Acres Of Oceanfront Property In The Heart Of Palm Beach. Founded In 1896 And Listed The National Register Of Historic Places, The Hotel Recently Completed A Ten-year, $145 Million Revitalization And Expansion Effort, Ushering In A New Era Of Casual Sophistication. The Resort Features 36 Holes Of Championship Golf, 10 Tennis Courts, A 20,000 Square Foot Luxury Spa, A Mediterranean Style Beach Club Overlooking One-half Mile Of Private Beach, An Extensive Program Of Family And Children's Activities And A Variety Of Water Sports. The Breakers Also Features A Broad Selection Of Restaurants Ranging From Casual To Elegant, As Well As An Array Of On-site Boutiques.

Ritz Carlton Palm Beach — Manalapan, FL, United States











Experience genuine renewal at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach. Situated beachfront along the fabled treasure coast of South Florida, this oceanfront resort is an exquisite welcome to Palm Beach with refined beauty a graceful atmosphere, and impeccable service. Soak up the sun and enjoy the amazing South Florida beaches and attractions, all just moments from the comfort of this luxury West Palm Beach hotel's ideal location.

The Ritz-Carlton in West Palm Beach has catered to the world's most discerning guests for almost 20 years. Embrace the casual, sophistication of Palm Beach, which blends unexpected luxuries with the timeless elegance of the sea.

The Resort at Singer Island — Singer Island, FL, United States
















The Resort at Singer Island has joined The Luxury Collection as a diverse smoke-free resort.

Featuring 239 all-suite resort units and 66 residential condominiums, the resort includes 4,000 square feet of meeting space, an 8,500-square foot spa, and all of the amenities and services one would expect from a world-class facility. Butler Service, valet attendants, and a full-time concierge will enrich guest experiences and activities, including coordination of private events, theater tickets, dinner reservations, and travel arrangements.

Experience the essence of elegance in one or two bedroom resort units ranging from 800 square feet to just over 2,100 square feet of living space. Decorated with dark wood tones, stainless steel kitchen appliances, and marble baths, the resort offers a luxurious contemporary modern edge. Enjoy majestic views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterways from the expansive terraces in each suite.

Dining options include an alfresco ambiance at the ocean side eatery, the convenience of room service, or special events catered within the stunning entertainment veranda. Even a temperature-controlled wine room is available to store private wine collections.

The white sands of Singer Island provide the ultimate place to relax. Attentive pool and beachside attendants provide everything from plush beach towels and relaxing lounge chairs to tempting frozen libations. Outdoor private cabanas are the ideal place to enjoy a casual poolside lunch.

Discover a luxurious experience like no other at The Resort at Singer Island.

Le Meridien Cancun — Cancun, Mexico
























The Newest Hotel In Cancun, Located On One Of The Finest Beaches In The World. Le Meridien Cancun Is Pleased And Excited To Announce The Initiation Of Our $10.00 Per Day Per Room Resort Fee. This Fee Welcomes Our Guests With The Following Privileges At No Additional Charges: Complimentary Access To Our State Of The Art Fitness Center, With Our Personal Trainers. Complimentary Access And Use Of Europeen Spa, Spa Del Mar - Where You Will Experience Unique Levels Of Relaxation And Pampering, Access Included To Our Sauna, Steam Rooms, Jacuzzi. You Will Also Receive Personalized Priority Reservations At Our Spa Del Mar, Where We Will Offer You The Most Up-to-date Skin And Body Treatments. Complimentary Access And Use Of Penguin Club, With A Variety Of Programmed Activities For Your Children Ages 4-12 Supervised By Our Trained Staff. Complimentary Participation In Our Pool Area Activities, And Priority Reservations To Water Sport Activities. Pool Area Ambassadors (Among Other Services, Cool Facial Towels), Access To Late Check-out On Sundays (2pm) And One Complimentary Coffee Pack In Guest Room Upon Arrival.