Tourists at one of the world’s most famous landmarks, Machu Picchu, have had to be airlifted from the site by helicopter. Arouind 1,400 are said to have been rescued after floods destroyed road and rail links, but 800 are thought to be still stranded. The area has experienced its highest rainfall in 15 years and Machu Picchu will be closed for several weeks.
Miami-based Desires Hotels has announced the latest international addition to their modern boutique collection, The Cliffs Ocean Resort, which is situated between Puerto Plata and Samana along the stunning north coast of the Dominican Republic. Opening in the Summer of 2011, room amenities will include large living areas and private terraces with unmatched views to the ocean and the mountains while being completely surrounded by a lush tropical landscape.
Are you a clean freak? Maintain your high standards on the road with these 10 super shiny cities, ideal for a germ-free vacation!
Moroccan hotel operator, Kenzi Hotels Group, are driving forward their expansion and repositioning themselves as key players in the luxury market with the launch of the new Premium Signature range. Recent openings include Kenzi Menara Palace, Marrakech, part of Summit Hotels & Resorts and the Kenzi Tower Hotel, Casablanca, part of Preferred Hotel Group.
As the sun sets over the African bush, what could be more romantic than spending a night in a private hide-out with magnificent views and only cocktails and candlelight for company? Sleeping out under the stars, surrounded by the astounding sights and sounds of the wild, is possible at Makanyane Safari Lodge the only lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve to have an exclusive sleep-out hide.
Im narrowing down my options for an incredible winter vacation! Check out these four awesome places where I just might find myself next month!
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Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced its continued global expansion with the unveiling of Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa, Koh Samui, as the brands seventh Thai property and their second to grace Samuis shores. Designed in contemporary Sino-Thai style and embraced by lush tropical gardens, Anantara Lawana boasts 88 spacious rooms and 34 pool villas.
Ayana Resort and Spa Bali has re-opened Damar Terrace restaurant following extensive renovations by Yasuhiro Koichi, the acclaimed Japanese designer behind the Rock Bar.
Rose petals, Champagne, a seductive atmosphere and fabulous Italian food… what more could you want for the one you love on St Valentines Day? At the Baglioni Hotel London you can make dreams come true by booking their very romantic package as a surprise gift.
When the beaming smiles of the doormen at Four Seasons Hotel Beirut dazzle their very first guests, the city will take another step forward in its renaissance as a 21st Century metropolis. After ten years in planning and five years under construction, the hotel opens as a gleaming statement of intent for visitors to enjoy warm, genuine Lebanese hospitality.
