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THE LUXURIOUS HOTEL LOPUD 1483 OPENS IN A FORMER MONASTERY IN CROATIA
Located about seven miles from Dubrovnik, on the car-free island of Lopud, LOPUD-1483 is set in a former 15th-century monastery and 16th-century fortress that were spotted by art collector Francesca Thyssen-Bornemsza on her first visit to Croatia, back in 1992. At that time, Thyssen-Bornemsza
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KRUGER SHALATI LODGE WAS BUILT IN A FORMER TRAIN ATOP ON A BRIDGE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Located within the border of Kruger National Park––one of Africa’s largest game reserves at 7,523 square miles––the site of the hotel commemorates the park’s first visitors in the 1920s. The Kruger Shalati Train Lodge sits on the exact spot where the original train parked at
by Christian Stan, on 14 May. 20, No Comments
SIX SENSES BHUTAN WELCOMES ITS FOURTH LODGE, SIX SENSES GANGTEY
The October opening is auspicious. It is the time of year that the black-necked cranes arrive from Tibet to enjoy the clear skies and pleasant weather. Indeed, the lodge is called the “Traditional Bird Watching Bridge” due to its cantilevered bridge-like building and floor-to-ceiling
by Christian Stan, on 29 Oct. 19, No Comments
PORTOBAY FLORENS HOTEL IS NOW OPEN IN PORTO
At PortoBay Floerens the old stables have been transformed into the hotel entrance. The floor and staircase have been revived and the original granite slabs remain. The hotel is adorned with other odes to the past including tiles, windows, original stone decorative motifs and an old kitchen
by Christian Stan, on 6 Sep. 19, No Comments
BOUTIQUE HOTEL EL LLORENC WILL OPEN IN JULY IN PALMA DE MALLORCA
Whether relaxing in Balinese style sunbeds, or stopping by for drinks, guests of El Lllorenc Parc de la Mar will enjoy sweeping views of Palma Bay, the Cathedral and charming rooftops of the old town. Wellness facilities will feature spa treatments from the luxury Spanish brand Natura Bissé and
by Christian Stan, on 4 Apr. 19, No Comments
TAJ RISHIKESH RESORT&SPA, UTTARAKHAND DEBUTS IN INDIA
Each of the 79 rooms have panoramic views of the Ganges. Taj Rishikesh, combining both contemporary and rustic styles in communion with nature, is an architectural tribute to the Garhwal region in the Himalayas, where it is located. Guests have several eateries to choose
by Christian Stan, on 27 Mar. 19, No Comments
PORTUGAL BUZZ! QUINTA DA COMPORTA WELLNESS RETREAT TO OPEN IN MARCH
Just a 75-mile drive south of Lisbon, Comporta is a hush-hush hangout for the jetset crowd. It has a picturesque village, nature reserve and sandy beach stretching on to infinity. (This destination is a closely guarded secret among the Lisbon elite and international celebrities like
by Christian Stan, on 18 Feb. 19, No Comments
NEW ARRIVAL! FINCA SERENA HOTEL TO OPEN IN MALLORCA IN MAY
Finca Serena Hotel is home to 25 luxurious rooms and suites nestled into the countryside and scattered throughout the property. Many are formerly outbuildings of the original farm, which are now entirely refurbished to suit the modern-day traveler. The beautiful landscape includes 834 olive
by Christian Stan, on 8 Feb. 19, No Comments
AMAN KYOTO TO BE THE THIRD AMAN HOTEL IN JAPAN
Unlocking the secrets of Japan’s ancient Imperial capital, Aman Kyoto and its secret garden are just a stone’s throw from the city’s 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, yet feel a world away. Aman Kyoto is situated in a once-forgotten secret garden that provides a secluded
by Christian Stan, on 6 Feb. 19, No Comments
NEW BOUTIQUE HOTEL AMPARO OPENS IN SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO
Hotel Amparo’s passionate owners, Taylor Goodall and Mariana Barran de Goodall, divide their time between Mexico and the United States and sought to create a residential-style hideaway influenced by their travels around the world and offering amenities and experiences currently unmatched in
by Christian Stan, on 11 Jan. 19, No Comments
