Jet Set Luxury

If you were glued to the TV for the Winter Olympics and wishing you were part of the Olympic party, there’s no need to feel like you missed out. Long after the flame’s been extinguished and the athletes have returned to their home countries, the Olympic spirit is burning bright in Whistler – especially at the village’s only Five-Diamond Resort.From now until the end of the ski season, Four Seasons Resort Whistler is offering its “Ski with an Olympian” package, which combines luxury accommodations with exclusive access to world-class skiers.

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The only London hotel suite to feature a private roof terrace with retractable glass roof making it an unspoiled location for even the most typical English summer day – is making its debut this summer.

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Toronto is the perfect destination for urban adventurers this spring. Whether hiking through Torontos best scenic trails or lively shopping districts, this year-round city rings in the season with heart-warming festivals, captivating cultural events and fun attractions. Come and see for yourself why Toronto is a celebrated cultural and entertainment capital of Canada.

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Sandals has revealed its plans for the first ever over-the-water suites in St Lucia which will begin construction in early 2011 and welcome guests in 2012. The Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort will consist of26 brand new over-the-water suites in three luxurious categories. They will feature see-through glass floors offering views into the crystal clear waters below, over-the-water hammocks, outdoor showers and Jacuzzis, and lit water for stunning night-time viewing. Offering the ultimate in luxury and privacy, all the over-the-water suites will include full butler service, courtesy of Sandals Resorts exclusive partnership with the Guild of Professional English Butlers, so guests will also enjoy the highest level of service such as personalised minibars and surprise candlelit dinners on the deck in the evening.

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Sure we all love traveling but is your passion verging on addiction?! Check out these tell-tale signs and see if you are, in fact, a travel addict!

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2010 will signal a number of important cultural events in Poland, one of which is the opening of a new museum in Warsaw, dedicated to the life and works of Frederic Chopin.

The worlds largest collection of Frederic Chopin related items includes musical manuscripts, printed scores, Chopins correspondence, personal items (such as cufflinks and diaries), iconography, as well as biographical works about him and critical commentaries on his compositions and his reception as a composer.The collection was first started in 1899 by the Warsaw Music Society and is located in the renovated Ostrogski Palace, originally a castle founded at the end of the 17th century by Duke Janusz Ostrogski.

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The Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin opened in Guilin, China this week. The newly opened hotel is also offering guests a luxury cruise experience along the Li River – the only luxury hotel in the city to provide this exclusive waterborne journey. From now until 31 October 2010, guests can book the Suite Cruise package and enjoy two nights in an Executive suite, a 90-minute morning or afternoon guided tour, a gourmet four-course meal cooked on-board by the hotel’s executive chef, daily breakfast for two and full Horizon Club access and privileges.

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Soneva Fushi and Soneva Gili by Six Senses have long been pioneers in their celebration of Slow Life and Slow Life Cooking. Both Maldivian resorts along with their new sister, Soneva Kiri in Thailand, have organic gardens, world class chefs and take enormous pride in offering the freshest of ingredients, sourced locally and cooked to perfection.

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Unveiling brand new Maldivian lifestyle experiences that appeal equally to friends, families and couples, Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa launches an exclusive quartet of two-bedroom Pool Villas, culminating in the hottest accommodation choice of the season. Landing in the worlds most famous natural paradise is undoubtedly a dream come true. But consider the wider allures of choosing to travel there with any kind of companion. Escape to Dhigu island in the South Mal Atoll just a 35 minute speedboat journey from Mal International Airport, and this is precisely what awaits, with Anantara Dhigus four new two-bedroom Deluxe Pool Villas pioneering the concept of a Maldivian experience for all.

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I’ve stated on this blog previously that some hotel star ratings are a bit of a nonsense, as new 6 and 7 star hotels continued to spring up. Now one hotel is claiming to offer an “8 Star Gourmet Emotional Experience”. The following is an extract from a press release fromRelais Santa Croce, the latest acquisition of Baglioni Hotels:

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