Best vacation spotsBest vacation spotsThis blog is for anyone who loves to travel, and have problem finding the right places to visit. Each day I will give a top pick of some of the places to visit. Please feel free your add your favorite too. Articles
Best Cruise For Teen - Take a Carnival Cruise
2007-05-10 19:30:00 So why are Carnival Cruise some of the best cruise for teen vacations? The rooms for the younger ones aboard the newer ships, are very spacious, cheery and well-equipped. The Destiny-class ships also have an outdoor play space for younger kids with a slide, climbing gym, splash pool and kid-sized picnic tables. For older kids and teenagers, there is the trademark Carnival waterslide on each cruise ship, and that's just a start.Camp Carnival for 12-14 - Best Cruise For Teen Vacations-------------------------------- -----------------------Carnival offers two seperate teen programs. For 12-14 year old guests, Camp Carnival offers a extensive choice of activities from late night movies, sports night, teen disco, Karaoke, late night swimming beneath the stars, scavenger hunts, and many additional age suitable activities. Carnival even has a exceptional shore excursion program planned just for teenagers. Your 12- to 14-year-olds can select from a option of Camp Carnival recommended tours...
Royal Caribbean Cruises For Teens
2007-05-10 17:27:00 Why are Royal Caribbean cruise ships great cruises for teens? With activities such as onboard rock climbing and ice skating to beach side adventures like glacier trekking and Mayan ruins, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (RCI) provides an experience which lets guests see and do more than they ever thought they would in locations all over the world.Exceptional Teen Programs---------------------------RCI has one of the best program and facilities for cruises for teens for many reasons. First of all, RCI separates 12-14 and 15-17-year-olds, a notion that acknowledges a pre-teen's non-kid stature without forcing a quiet 12 year old to keep up with a more "mature" 17 year old.Dedicated Teen Areas-----------------------All Royal Caribbean ships have teen only facilities, a must for cruises for teens. The sizes of the facilities, however, change by ship. Teens also tend to gather in the game and video arcades available on the ships. The Navigator of the Seas and the Mariner of the Seas provide... More About: Cruises
Best Teen Cruises For Family Vacations
2007-05-09 17:25:00 Why are family vacations with teen cruises so popular? Cruise s are often a great holiday for teens, but they usually will have a better time on the largest ships in popular Caribbean, Mexican, and some high season (think Christmas break) and Alaskan Cruises. A two-week European sailing will draw an older crowd and probably bore your teen to tears unless they can really appreciate the culture and history of the ports of call.Teen cruises with flexible dining options are a good choice also because formal dining with mom and dad can be downright stifling for them so the more options the better.The freedom to be able to roam around, combined with lots of entertainment choices, a variety of ports of call and tours, are a big hit with teenagers on vacation. In fact, some cruise lines are creating special programs, facilities and amenities specifically for the teenage cruise traveler and some include shore excursions that are geared and/or limited to teens.Youth spa programs on several cr... More About: Family , Vacations
Top Family Vacations With Teens
2007-05-08 18:21:00 So you are considering some family vacations with teens but do they want to go on vacation with you? Ahh.....that seems to be half the battle. Teenagers can be hard to please and are sometimes a bit ah...well....a bit demanding. And let?s face it, a dissatisfied teen can seriously disrupt a happy family vacation.There is good news however, vacationing with teens can be more enjoyable if you pick the right resort, cruise or destination and take steps to ensure that they are onboard with the family vacation on a whole. How to do this you ask? First, talk to them about what's important for them. For some teens, a video game center or spa treatments might be what they want most. Others may want a vacation where they can experience more adventure such as rock climbing. Most teens will definitely want the opportunity to meet new people their own age and have the freedom to spend some time on their own.And ultimately, they usually want to do some cool stuff that they can come home and te... More About: Family , Teens , Vacations
Traveling with Toddler - Traveling with Baby - Recommended Resorts
2007-05-08 05:08:00 Traveling with toddler or your baby? What are your options if you want some couple time on vacation or time to spend with older children? Most hotels will offer a service where you can arrange babysitting through an outside service. Keep in mind that these are often quite expensive and will need to be arranged in advance.Another option is to find a resort where infant care is provided as part of its program. In most cases, the cost is included but sometimes there will be an extra charge for this service so always double check.It is not hard to find a family resort that has a kids club for children age 4-12. The harder task is to find ones that cater to babies or toddlers under 4 years of age.Best Family Beach Vacations has compiled a list that will make this search easier for you. Keep in mind that policies and accommodations change so always check when you reserve your hotel that the facilities mentioned still apply.Usually child programs are included with all-inclusive pricing but... More About: Baby , Resorts , Sort , Resort , Toddler
Family Of Five Vacation Resorts
2007-05-07 06:51:00 Going on a family of five vacation? Are you looking to travel with more than one or two children? It can be frustrating finding a resort that has rooms which can accommodate 5 people because most hotels will only allow 4 people in a room, some only 3 people! Sometimes having two rooms is nice, but it can also be more costly and inconvenient, especially if the children are young. And even if you are not family of five, these are great family friendly resorts for everyone.Best Family Beach Vacation s has compiled this list of beach resorts that will accept up to three children with two adults in one room. Although most are, not all the resorts listed here are all-inclusive. Please check to make sure what is included when you book for your family of five vacation. We also recommend that you try to book in far advance as possible, sometimes there are a limited number of rooms that can accommodate larger families and they tend to book up quickly.Keep in mind that the travel industry is ve... More About: Resorts , Sort , Resort
Best Family Beach Vacations, Top 10 Family All Inclusive Resorts
2007-05-05 16:45:00 Atlantis Resort - Paradise Island, Bahamas ----------------------------------------- ----So much to see at the Atlantis Resort including a 14-acre waterpark with waterfalls, streams, and lagoons that shelter more than 50,000 sea animals. Walkways and underwater viewing areas help you see the sea creatures. The Atlantis also has thrill waterslides that end in a clear tunnel in a shark-filled lagoon, and a lazy-river ride. Also features the Discovery Channel Camp for kids.Beach es - Negril, Jamaica ----------------------------------------- -------On Jamaica's famous seven-mile shore in Negril, this Beaches kids programs from infant care to teen activities; other features are a major game complex and a new on-site waterpark. Beaches Negril has an all inclusive price includes snorkeling trips to a coral reef, and scuba for ages 12 and up.Beaches - Providenciales, Turks and Caicos ---------------------------------------Fo r the children, there is a Kids club with daily nanny service for ag... More About: Family , Vacations , Resorts , Sort
2007 Mothers Day Getaway Ideas
2007-05-04 17:54:00 Split Rock Resort, Poconos PA On Lake Harmony with 500 acres. Mother's Day Package includes brunch, spa treatment, makeover seminar, kids camp, activity program, more.------------------------------------ -1000 Acres Ranch Resort, Stony Creek, NY Package has three meals daily, horseback riding, pony rides for kids six and under, nightly entertainment, indoor heated pool and jacuzzi, country dance lessons, full use of ranch facilities.------------------------------ --------------------Great Wolf Lodge Poconos Great Wolf Lodge is a big name in indoor waterpark resorts, with signature features such as Grand Lobby with clock tower and story time, mascots, Cub Club with crafts and activities, Northern Lights? Arcade; AvedaŽ Concept Spa; and Iron Horse? Fitness -- and the indoor (and seasonal outdoor) waterparks, of course. This Lodge in the Poconos has a Mothers Day Spa Package.--------------------------------- --------------------Disney World: Mother's Day BrunchAn annual event, in the be... More About: Ideas , Getaway , Hers
10 Hot Honeymoon Spots - Part 11
2007-05-04 05:48:00 Couples coming down from the wedding day high will appreciate the exciting excursions that some packages offer. ?Once they have recovered from the stress of the wedding and once they start getting bored of relaxing, they want to experience the destination,? said Lisa Light, wedding designer and author of Destination Bride. That can involve hiking, biking, fishing, sailing, golf and more. The Moments Package from One & Only Palmilla in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, for example, proposes a unique way to experience the destination: a tour around the Baja desert in a Hummer then a horseback ride to a lagoon, ending with a cooking class at a local farm. And on a honeymoon at the Jamaica Inn, newlyweds might be coaxed into leaving their Deluxe Verandah Suite with an opportunity to swim with dolphins and a romantic boat trip with a guided tour of Dunn?s River to and from the falls. Many newlyweds count on their honeymoon to provide much-needed alone time in the form of intimate meals and spa tr... More About: Honeymoon , Spots , Part
10 hot honeymoon spots - Part !
2007-05-03 21:44:00 Weddings involve life-altering decisions, so when planning your post-knot-tying getaway, be sure that the most important decision you?ll have to make is ?shade? or ?sun.? That?s the beauty of the countless packages offered in all of the tried-and-true honeymoon spots like Paris, the Caribbean and Hawaii. Your dinner plans are made, excursions are planned and spa treatments are booked. All you have to do is say when.Luxury hotels understand this too, and for them, romance is a serious business. With such staunch competition for honeymooning clientele, hoteliers are raising the stakes. Complimentary bottles of champagne? That?s for amateurs. Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas is offering a Honeymoon at the Cove Tower package, which includes private jet service and (of course) a dedicated butler and massage therapist. The price tag is $100,000, which may seem over the top to some, but the idea behind it is right: your honeymoon is the time to indulge. After all, planning a wedding these da... More About: Spots , Part
Romantic Summertime Wedding Destinations for 2007
2007-05-02 16:39:00 Ask any wedding planner and the will tell you that June is not just a hot month around the United States are far as the heat is concerned. Most wedding planers find that June is the busiest time of the year for them. For some reason a large number of couples that are planing on tying the not, seem to find something particularly romantic about the month of June. If you think the heat is bad in June where you live, wait until you find out what US states couples are flocking to, to exchange their vows.------------------------------------ ----------------------------------------- --------------------------Arizona is the number one destination for summertime weddings, and it has held this position for the past several years.----------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- -------------------------Scottsdale, is the most popular knot-tying city in Arizona. With its resorts, spas, chick shopping centers, and world famous golf courses, have come together to help Sco... More About: Wedding , Romantic , Tina , Oman , Destination
Summer Vacation with Teens
2007-05-01 22:26:00 Take your teen on summer vacation, and he or she is likely to sneer at the idea of museum visits and historic tours. Try these fun and funky summer vacations with teens.Here are some summer vacation destinations teens will think are cool (and parents will dig them, too):Philadelphia------------------------ -----------------*Why teens will like it - The funky South Street section of Philadelphia is filled with hundreds of unique shops like alternative clothing stores, music shops, guitar stores, and even a magic store. Kids will also enjoy telling friends they tryied a famous Philly cheesesteak. There are also a few colleges here, injecting the city with a youthful vibe.*Why parents will like it - There are still tons of traditional attractions here, from the Liberty Bell to museums and a wealth of historic buildings in a city rich in American history. Mom should hit nearby Manayunk for boutique shopping and cafes.Washington, D.C.------------------------------------- ----Why teens will... More About: Teens , Summer , Vacation
Top Summer Travel Vacation Destinations
2007-05-01 17:20:00 Every summer, Americans flock to lake homes, beach cottages, and other regular retreats for rest and relaxation. But it's also a good time to venture somewhere new, from camping in a national park to a five-star stay at one of Mexico's all-inclusive resorts. Here are some tips for enjoying summer?s most popular destinations.Europe---------------------- -------------------------Usually agreeable summertime weather makes Europe a hot spot for history and sight seekers. Italy is especially popular this year, according to travel agents. If you plan to visit holy sites in Italy, such as the Vatican, be sure to have appropriate clothing. This means no shorts, and women should have a sweater to wear over sleeveless shirts or dresses.Cruises-------------------------- --------------------Summer time cruises make it easier to see many destinations in one vacation, especially to northern climates. Exploring the glaciers and wilderness of Alaska -- and basking in never-ending days of sunlight --... More About: Travel , Vacation , Worlds , Best
Best Ways to Vacation Like a Millionaire
2007-04-30 16:22:00 What do you do when you're rich and famous and need to get away from your luxury mansion or your extravagant daily life? How about renting someone else's luxury mansion? Or dropping a few grand a day to "get away from it all" on a remote private island with a dozen staffers to cater to your every need?Whatever your destination, the key to luxury travel is attention to detail ? no amenity can be overlooked, no comfort can be neglected. Almost equally important to pampering is privacy. When the world's household names are slipping into their bikinis or kicking back on the beach with a tall cool piņa colada, they don't want to worry about their picture appearing in next week's supermarket tabloid. A little seclusion and discretion are worth good money to those who can afford it.Find out how the world's wealthy spend their vacations. Then when your ship does come in, you'll know exactly where to go and escape to luxury.1. Space: The final vacation frontier?Location: Outer SpaceWh... More About: Millionaire , Vacation , Worlds , Best , Nair
World's Best Island Paradises
2007-04-30 03:58:00 Whether looking for a spot in which to disappear or simply a place to do a little sunbathing, the world's wealthiest travelers have discovered some of the most breathtaking spots on earth.From the Aegean Sea to French Polynesia to the North Atlantic coast, island paradises have become popular escapes.Here are our picks for the most spectacular.1. Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesLocation: The CaribbeanWhat's Cool: Trinity Falls------------------------------------ -----A multi-island nation best known as a winter vacation spot for the world's wealthiest, Saint Vincent and the Grenadine Island s offer a tropical paradise complete with coral reefs, clear blue waters and abundant flora. Anyone looking for a relaxing getaway will especially enjoy Young Island, a resort where visitors can partake in an array of activities including swimming, snorkeling, wind surfing, tennis and sunbathing. Upon arrival on Young Island, guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes and wade out to the Coco... More About: Worlds , Best , Para , Land
World's Best Millionaire Hangouts
2007-04-30 01:33:00 Perhaps the stock options panned out, the inheritance came through or the trust fund was finally cashed; in any event, there's serious change burning a hole in your pocket. When money is no object, rubbing elbows with celebrities the norm, and pampering expected, it's probably time to check out some proper millionaire hangouts. Around the globe people have made it their business to give the wealthy a place to relax, eat well and, most importantly, spend their money. Private beaches, world-renowned chefs, five-star service, vintage wines and yachts help make a place superb and allow a guest to live like ? perhaps even with ? a king.1. Cotton House ResortLocation: Mustique Island, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, West IndiesWhat's Cool: Pillow Menu, featuring five varieties of pillows for guests to choose from------------------------------------- ----Cotton House Resort, on the private island of Mustique, offers tranquillity in a pristine plantation setting. Celebrities and royalty f... More About: Millionaire , Worlds , Best , Nair , Hangout
Welcome To Luxury Vacations New Zealand
2007-04-29 03:23:00 Discover New Zealand by road in your own motorhome If you like a certain level of independence and want to move at your own pace and plan your own itinerary then a motorhome is the ideal way to see New Zealand. More New Zealand Motorhome Info Top Spots & Kiwi StyleSee our range of packages that include the not to be missed areas, attractions and activities that areuniquely New Zealand.Click here for more info. Luxury Vacations are New Zealand luxury travel specialists for your New Zealand vacation, holiday and tours. And to help you choose from the many activities and choices New Zealand has to offer we have designed a comprehensive range of New Zealand vacation packages as well as offering an itinerary planning service to ensure your Luxury New Zealand vacation is one of discovery and pure delight.Our range of New Zealand travel and vacation packages focus on some of the very best that New Zealand has to offer. And there is something to tempt everyone, whether you're a honeymoon... More About: Worlds , Best
Top 5 Caribbean Golf Resorts
2007-04-27 00:46:00 1. The Fairmont Southampton Bermuda This winner of the 2002 Golf Digest Best Places To Play Golf award is an island gem designed to take your short game to new heights, The Fairmont Southampton Golf Course features 18 challenging par-3 holes. Taking advantage of the beautiful surroundings and dramatic elevation changes, this 2,684-yard course forces prudent club selection, with wind a definite factor. You'll be delighted with the myriad of bunkers, two water hazards and three tee offerings. There is a pro shop and lessons for beginners. If youre looking for even more golfing variety, there are 4 other 18-hole courses nearby, including Bermudas oldest course, the Riddell's Bay Golf Club.If you find any time away from all this golfing, youll find this resort beautiful, stately and accommodating. Swim in the indoor or outdoor pool, take a ferry over to the pink-sand beach, enjoy the water sports and relax and unwind in the 31,000 square foot Willow Stream Spa.2. Rose Hall Resort & ... More About: Caribbean , Hotels , Resorts , Sort
Top 5 Caribbean Honeymoon Destinations
2007-04-26 22:47:00 1. Westin St. John Resort & Villas USVI St. John The Westin St. John, formerly a Hyatt and now a Starwood property, sits right on the pristine beaches of St. John a U.S. Virgin Island and just minutes from the pristine Virgin Islands National Park. Expect to pay a bit more on a US Virgin Island, but be rewarded with great beaches, good infrastructure and excellent hospitality.The Westin is a big property, and youll be grateful for the fast-response golf-cart shuttles that take you where you want to go in the heat of the day. And there are plenty of places to go! The azure waters of St. John are ideal for sport fishing, diving, parasailing, boating and snorkeling. On shore, play tennis, take aerobics, try out the fitness center, and hike the famed plantation ruins. The rooms at this resort are what youd expect from a Westin ample, beautiful and filled with the right amenities, like marble bathrooms and The Heavenly Bed. Upgrade to a Guest Suite and get your own oversize whirlpool t... More About: Caribbean , Hotels , Tina , Honeymoon , Destination
Top 5 Caribbean Adult Only Resorts
2007-04-26 18:43:00 1. Le Blanc Spa & Resort Cancun For adults-only indulgence, dont miss the Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun, the Palace Resorts new upscale property and a gorgeous adult resort. Recently completely renovated to keep pace with the growing demand for high luxury and convenience, the Le Blanc Spa Resort offers everything you expect from an adults-only all-inclusive resort. In this decidedly upscale resort, every room has an ocean or lagoon view, a Jacuzzi and a flat screen LCD TV with satellite. The 5 acre-property sits on a stretch of gorgeous private beach and has 3 outdoor pools (including 2 infinity pools), a steam bath and sauna. The indulgence extends to cuisine, with seven international restaurants and lounges. They pride themselves on their service here, so expect to be delighted as the staff always takes the opportunity to go the extra mile. Book your tours to Mayan ruins or drive your own speedboat through the mangroves and channels of the Nichupte Lagoon to the Punta Nizuc Ree... More About: Caribbean , Hotels , Adult , Only
Top 5 Caribbean Ultra Luxury Resorts
2007-04-26 10:35:00 1. Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort Mayan Riviera/Playa Del Carmen Ceiba Del Mar in Riviera Maya, Mexico, offers everything you need for a luxury vacation. The showpiece of this property is its luxurious spa, which, at over 8,000 square feet, helps you feel pampered and indulged. Their signature treatments are truly world class, with the Top'Nikte (cocoon in Mayan) treatment being a stand-out. Dont miss the Temazcal, an ancestral indigenous ritual that the spa claims purifies and renews the mind, body and spirit. Performed at sunset in the beach within a terra-cotta sweat lodge, this unique treatment uses hot volcanic stones with an infusion of aromatic herbs to create the steam leave it feeling refreshed. Walk to the quiet Meditation Palapa.Other great perks include twice-daily maid service, butler service, fresh cocktails and scented towels at check-in and In-room complementary continental breakfast daily served through your private butler box. If ever there was a resort to make you fe... More About: Caribbean , Luxury , Ultra , Resorts , Sort
Top 5 Caribbean All Inclusive Resorts
2007-04-25 22:32:00 1. Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa Mayan Riviera/Playa Del Carmen If youre looking for an outstanding 24-hour all-inclusive resort on the Mayan Riviera, you need to consider Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa. Beach enthusiasts will fall in love with the amazing wide, sandy beach here, where you can take a short 30 minute stroll to the ancient ruins of Tulum right from the beach. Built in the style of a traditional Mexican hacienda, Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa has a large variety of facilities and activities to keep active singles, couples and the whole family entertained--it even boasts an ocean trampoline and beach cinema! All guests staying at Dreams Tulum enjoy concierge service, full nightly turndown service, and champagne upon arrival (cookies and juice for kids). The Explorers Club for children ages 3 to 12 is available to keep kids entertained with loads of fun activities. Although on the outer edges of the Riviera Maya, a vacation at Dreams Tulum is worth the trip. A large variety of di... More About: Caribbean , Hotels , Resorts , Sort
Top 5 Caribbean Family Resorts
2007-04-25 16:24:00 1. Sunset Beach Resort & Spa Jamaica Montego Bay Sunset Beach Resort and Spa in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Like staying in a waterpark during your whole vacation, you will find no shortage of entertainment for your kids at this amazingly kid-friendly Jamaica all-inclusive family vacation resort. The highlight of this resort is the Pirates Paradise Water Park, complete with water slides, splashes, squirts and waterfalls. Blackbeards Lazy River Ride takes you around the park and is perfect for water-lovers of all ages. Two shooting waterslides - 240 feet in length and 40 feet high - send you and the kids on a zooming good time. Children ages 2-12 flock to the Pirate Ship, which boasts a kids section with their very own swimming pool and slide. As if all that splashy fun isnt enough, the new kids club, Club Mongoose, is available for when you need a break from watching the kids splash around. Teens enjoy their own Teen Club with arcade games and pool tables.As this is an all-inclusive res... More About: Family , Caribbean , Hotels , Resorts , Sort
World's Most Expensive Hotel Suite
2007-04-24 16:29:00 In most circles, $1,000 or $1,500 a night for a hotel suite would net at least a raised eyebrow; $2000 would certainly give most people pause. But for the world's most elite travelers, a room that costs less than $5,000 a night isn't even worth considering. At ritzy hotels in some of the world's most extravagant cities, presidential and imperial suites can be had for prices that climb to more than $10,000 a night! What does this kind of lucre buy? We've investigated some of the world's most expensive hotel suites to answer that very question.Top Picks10. Coco Chanel Suite, Hotel Ritz Paris9. Presidential Suite, Beverly Hills Hotel8. Peninsula Suite, The Peninsula Hong Kong7. Royal Suite, The Lanesborough, London, England6. Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, United Arab Emirates 5. Royal Floor, President Wilson Hotel, Geneva, Switzerland4. Triplex Suite, The New York Palace3. Presidential Suite, The Four Seasons, New York City2. Presidential Suite, St. Regis, New York City1. Presidentia... More About: Hotels , Most Expensive , Pens , Most
Most Expensive Shopping Avenues
2007-04-24 16:26:00 Got some euros burning a hole in your pocket? Or perhaps it's good ol' American dollars? Whatever the case, there's no shortage of chic shopping destinations offering the perfect opportunity to unload your cash or work out your credit cards. Even if you don't know the difference between pret-a-porter and haute couture, or if you don't have the spending power of the rich and famous, you'll find that the streets and districts listed below offer some of the best people- and fashion-watching in the world. Take a stroll or pull up a chair at an outdoor café and drink in the scene as the world's fashionable splash their cash on the latest creations.Top Picks10. Laugavegur, Reykjavik, Iceland9. The Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois8. Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona, Spain7. The Ginza District, Tokyo, Japan6. Fifth Avenue, New York City5. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, California4. Bond Street, London, England3. Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich, Switzerland2. Via Monte Napoleone, Via della Spiga a... More About: Shopping , Worlds , Best , Most Expensive , Pens
The Most Expensive Luxury Hotel Rooms
2007-04-23 15:46:00 The guests who stay at these hotels are heads of state, billionaires, and celebs spend their evenings in pure luxury. When money is no object, these expensive hotels and pricey resorts provide the ultimate experience whether you are traveling on your honeymoon or for business.Although you can find some great packages and rates at the following luxury hotels without breaking the bank, the following hotels and resorts are without a doubt, some of the world's most expensive rooms.****Burj Al Arab - Dubai, United Arab Emirates****The Point- Saranac Lake, NY, United States****Hotel De Crillon - Paris, France*****Hotel Cipriani and Palazzo Vendramin - Venice, Italy*****One and Only Palmilla - San Jose Del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico*****Hotel President Wilson - Geneva, Switzerland****The Setai - Miami Beach, FL, United States*****Bauer Il Palazzo - Venice, Italy*****Banyan Tree Seychelles - Mahe, Seychelles****Villa D'Este - Lake Como, Italy****Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris -P... More About: Luxury , Hotels , Worlds , Best
The World's Most Romantic Hotels
2007-04-23 07:39:00 Your heart will surely melt at the site of these hotels, ranging from the charming to the exotic. Five Star Alliance has come up with our list of the World's Most Romantic Hotels and Resorts, all of which are the height of luxury and service. If you can think of any place better, then we haven't heard of it.***Britt Scripps Inn - San Diego, CA, United States ***Time feels as though it has slowed ever so slightly in the Britt Scripps lovely and intimate Victorian setting, overlooking downtown San Diego. ***Mantra Punta del Este - Punta Del Este, Uruguay ****Sitting on a hilltop with views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this Mediterranean style resort will allow you to do nothing but relax and enjoy. ***The Carlyle - New York, NY, United States*** A New York landmark, that is both timeless and elegant, will provide a retreat in the city that never sleeps. ***Vedema Resort - Santorini Island, Greece ***From your private veranda, you will be able to look out over the Agean Sea, isl... More About: Worlds , Best , The World
The World's Best Honeymoon Resorts
2007-04-22 22:32:00 Celebrate your marriage (and the fact that you made it through all the planning, services, and parties!) in style at any of our dream honeymoon destinations. Newlyweds deserve a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and a trip to any of the honeymoon resorts on our list will prove unforgettable. (In fact, one of our Five Star Alliance 'insiders' spent his honeymoon at one of the following hotels! We'll leave it to you to guess which one...)From relaxing on the beach to wandering the streets of Paris, a sojourn to one of these luxury honeymoon hotels will certainly be the start of a truly inspired union.**The Meridian Club - Pine Cay, Turks and Caicos **A true escape awaits you in one of the Meridian Club's twelve beachfront rooms, surrounded by an unspoiled tropical environment. **Burj al Arab - Dubai, United Arab Emirates**This all-suite hotel reflects the finest that the world has to offer for the newlywed couple trying to escape from the world. **Peter Island Resort - Peter Island, ... More About: Hotels , Worlds , Best , The World , Honeymoon
The World's Best Business Hotels
2007-04-22 17:19:00 Whether you are traveling in the United States, the Middle East, Europe, or even Asia, business travelers need a hotel that will accommodate their office away from the office. Our list of the world's best buisness hotels is sure to direct you to the ultimate in luxury for the weary traveler.Many of our favorite luxury business hotels are located at the crossroads of business districts, are within easy reach of convention centers, and have views that would satisfy the most hardened sightseer.(1)The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, a Four Seasons Hotel - Chicago, IL, United States The luxury and service of both a Ritz-Carlton and a Four Seasons - including the wonderful business club levels. Set Atop Water Tower Place, High Above North Michigan Avenue, And Featuring Lavish Decor, Exquisite Furnishings And One Of Chicago's Finest Contemporary French Restaurants, The Ritz- Carlton Is The Essence Of Timeless Luxury And Attentive Service. The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, on the city's Magnificent Mile, ... More About: Business , Hotels , Worlds , Best , The World
Top 10 Myths About Cruise Ships and Cruising
More articles from this author:2007-04-21 17:18:00 Although 11 million people will cruise this year, many other travelers avoid cruises because of one of the 10 myths listed below. Cruising is a wonderful vacation option. Don't let these myths keep you from planning a cruise!1) I will get seasick.Many people fear seasickness; however, today's cruise ships are very stable and seasickness is a rarity. For those prone to seasickness, there are many remedies available to travelers to alleviate the symptoms.2) I will get a stomach virus like Norwalk virus.Noroviruses are a group of viruses that cause gastroenteritis. Getting a flu shot will not prevent contracting a norovirus. Noroviruses can be found almost anyplace with lots of people in close proximity, not just cruise ships. Schools and businesses are also norovirus hotbeds. You can decrease your chance of coming in contact with the Norwalk Virus or norovirus on a cruise ship by washing your hands frequently.3) Cruise s are all-inclusive.Most cruises are not all-inclusive. In an eff... More About: Myths , Ships , Sing , Ship 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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