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Annual Awards For Excellence 2009
The Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence are made annually to those properties worldwide that represent the finest standards and best value for money in luxury and independent accommodation.
Our 2009 ANNUAL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE took place at The Jumeirah Carlton Tower - Knightsbridge - London on Tuesday 11th November 2008.
Monica Neumann appointed to oversee all operations of The Regent PalmsTurks and Caicos as General Manager.
Hosted by Chef Marcus Samuelsson, BET J. November 11, 2008, Soufrière, St. Lucia, West Indies-Executive Chef Orlando Satchell, of Ladera's Dasheene restaurant in St. Lucia.
VANCOUVER, BC, November 5th, 2008 - The Culinary Team of British Columbia, which includes The Sutton Place Hotel's Restaurant Chef, Raman Anand, has recently returned from the World Culinary Olympics in Erfurt, Germany, with a Gold Medal in tow. And to add to this great achievement,they also placed 3rd overall out of 62 competing teams from around the world in the Regional Team Category.
The Hotel Plaza Athenee, New York is pleased to announce that we will begin a major hotel renovation effective January 5, 2009. The Hotel Plaza Athenee, New York will temporarily close for 5 months on January 5th, 2009 and re-open on June 1, 2009.
Houston Press Best of Award goes to Ristorante Cavour for Best Italian Restaurant!
(Providenciales, Turks & Caicos – November 2008) – Celebrated developers and hoteliers behind the renowned Grace Bay Club in Turks and Caicos recently announced plans to expand the award-winning brand with the launch of Grace Bay Resorts.
Kiaroa is pleased to announce their World Travel Awards 2008!
Casa Natalia, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico wins NO#1 BEST HOTEL
in Mexico‘s TOP HOTELS Listing in CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S
21st ANNUAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS
The Goodstone has named Tarver King executive chef for the luxurious property. An acclaimed chef originally from Virginia Beach, he has trained with the world's top chefs and cooked for the revered Julia Child.
NEW BEACH ACCESS, RENOVATED VILLAS AND A NEW OCEAN VIEW FITNESS CENTER AND SPA WILL MARK ST. BARTS HÔTEL LE TOINY’S NOVEMBER 1 REOPENING
Costalegre, Mexico, September 19, 2008 – Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report, 2008 Special Edition, has named Las Alamandas as one of the world’s “Top 20 Hideaways” and THE top hideaway in Mexico.
Hotel Palacio de la Serna announce the opening of library.
We are delighted to advise that Sadler &Co has been appointed by the Coral Reef Club and The Sandpiper as UK public relations consultants. Already established as two of the most desirable addresses on the West Coast of Barbados, the Coral Reef Club will introduce a state of the art Spa this autumn, offering the highest standards in luxurious facilities.
The eagerly anticipated Coral Reef Club Spa opens December 2008. The Spa has been designed by British interior designer, Helen Green, whose signature style combines a modern aesthetic with classic Barbadian charm. The multi award-winning luxury brand, Natura Bissé, is the product of choice.
Costalegre, Mexico, September 19, 2008 – Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report, 2008 Special Edition, has named Las Alamandas as one of the world’s “Top 20 Hideaways” and THE top hideaway in Mexico.
Fairholme Manor announces their new cookbook is available!
We are looking for Inspectors to join the UK and Ireland team.....
Grab your posy, ladies, Canadian West Coast glamour camping destination Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is offering ‘Reel Wilderness Women’ fly fishing weekend September 17 – 20, 2009
PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS, BWI (September 16, 2008) –Point Grace, a luxury boutique hotel located in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos, is pleased to announce it will be ready to welcome guests in mid-October, as only minor damage from Hurricanes Hanna and Ike was sustained.
Lenox, MA (September 15, 2008)…Cranwell Resort has announced that Lewis Kiesler has been named President of Cranwell Management Company and John Dithmer assumed the position of General Manager of the resort effective September 1, 2008.
Award-winning Galley Bay Resort & Spa's new Caribbean fusion restaurant under the culinary direction of Executive Chef Stan Baxter.
“The Story of the Largest Restored Home in America”
August 20, 2008, Huntington, New York…OHEKA Castle Hotel & Estate today announced the release of its long awaited book chronicling the history of OHEKA Castle.
Whether you're hopping to the Caribbean for a weekend, or looking for an extended break - get more summer for your money at Parrot Cay.
PALM BEACH, FL) – Just as architect Rosario Candela drew from his well-honed experience in building luxury apartments in New York City when he designed the Brazilian Court Hotel in Palm Beach, so have the current owner/ developers, CSC Brazilian, Ltd., in their meticulous, multi-million dollar renovation and conversion of the charming, historic landmark property into a luxurious hotel condominium.
VANCOUVER, BC, July 31, 2008 - It is with great pleasure that The Sutton Place Hotel announces the promotion of Sous Chef, Robert Uy, to the position of Banquet Chef.
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Voted # 1 Hotel Spa in Canada, US and the World – and more!
Travel + Leisure Magazine Readers’ Poll 2008
Affordable Luxury, SPAradise and Cuisine Events happening this Summer at Little Arches Barbados!
MADE TO MEASURE:
THE SPA AT 51 BUCKINGHAM GATE, TAJ SUITES & RESIDENCES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH ANNE SEMONIN
London’s exclusive private residences introduce a touch of Parisian chic.....
"Castles, close by, there's no need to travel to Europe to see some abodes worthy of a prince or princess"
THE SETAI IN SOUTH BEACH, MIAMI
ANNOUNCES OPENING OF THE SETAI RECORDING STUDIO
CREATED BY KRAVITZ DESIGN INC
In cooperation with the Alliance-française, a 3-month intensive immersion in French food cuture & language
JUNE 30, 2008. Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort has been voted “Fiji’s Leading Resort” as well as “Australasia’s Leading Green Hotel” in the 2008 World Travel Awards in Sydney, Australia.
Resort receives approval for marina expansion and
Development of six ultra-luxury oceanfront villas
DEVILLE RESTAURANT AWARDED AN AA ROSETTE
FOR CULINARY EXCELLENCE
CELEBRATE SHARROW BAY HOTELS 60TH ANNIVERSARY AT HARVEY NICHOLS FIFTH FLOOR RESTAURANT
We are delighted to advise that Sadler &Co has been appointed by the Coral Reef Club and The Sandpiper as UK public relations consultants. Already established as two of the most desirable addresses on the West Coast of Barbados, the Coral Reef Club will introduce a state of the art Spa this autumn, offering the highest standards in luxurious facilities.
Write about your experiences at one of our recommended hotels or spas... and you could win an overnight stay at Stoke Park Club...
The Luxury Travel Fair is the event for the very best in travel!
The Sunday Times Travel Magazine today released their Reader Awards 2008 results in their July issue, and topping the list for UK Hotels was Bath’s very own Royal Crescent Hotel.
The Annual Writers Retreat, now an established institution at Constance Le Prince Maurice Mauritius, attracts some of the world’s most talented authors every year. During a glittering ceremony at the luxury resort on 7th June, James Meek was named the winner of the 2008 Le Prince Maurice Prize.
When Hastings House Country House Hotel opened its doors for its spring and summer season this March, a new exhibition of sculpture and land art enhanced its already legendary grounds.
Introducing the most desirable ownership opportunity in over 50 years...
Lenox, MA (May 21, 2008)…Capitol Steps, the award-winning musical satire group is returning to Cranwell Resort for another two-month run this summer. Coming off their latest hit album “Campaign and Suffering”, Capitol Steps will spend another season at this Berkshires Four Diamond Resort from July 4 to August 31 performing six nights per week.
Grace Bay Club has developed a comprehensive children's program that ensures its youngest guests will have an enjoyable and memorable experience.
The multi award winning Pezula Resort & Spa has achieved yet another superb accolade.
Award for Best Resort in Central and South America
Vote for Michelin starred Chef Chris Horridge to cook for the World’s leading chefs
The Mandeville Hotel would like to invite the boys around for tea.
Hotel TerraVina has been voted one of the best new places to stay in the world, one of ‘the 65 most stylish
most innovative, most luxurious hotels....’ from a shortlist of thousands.
With the recent arrival of executive chef Shay Cooper, the decor isn't the only thng to get a new lease of life at the Bingham's new uber chic restaurant and bar.
April 11, 2008
(Tofino, BC) The sky draped over Tofino is always full of bright stars... as is the kitchen in the Pointe Restaurant.
NEWS RELEASE
April 23, 2008 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pamper Mom as never before at Vancouver’s luxurious Wedgewood Hotel & Spa!
With live soft piano music, your à la carte selections of Chef Parsons’ decadent menus, and a wonderful array of festive drinks and cocktails.
Reservations essential – please call 604-608-5319 for the perfect Mother’s Day Gift.
April 22nd 2008
Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards Give Top Honours to Vancouver's Top Boutique Hotel
Expedia Insiders' Select has chosen Turks & Caicos Club as to be on the ultimate list of the world's best hotels and resorts.
Hold your wedding on the most Romantic day of the year in this beautiful setting at Combe House Hotel in Devon.
Our wish is to prove that the ‘Devonshire Pasty’ is the finest, so we’ve set up a competition to find ‘The World’s Best Pasty’. Fancy a challenge? The battle for the best is open to international and Cornish competitors. The winner will receive a spectacular Golden Pasty Trophy and a weekend break for two at The Soar Mill Cove Hotel.
'We are delighted to announce that our third anniversary gala will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona,' Ed Conway general manager of the Sedona Rouge said.
PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI (April 9, 2008): Hailed by the Wall Street Journal as the "Travel industry's equivalent to the Oscar's", the World Travel Awards are the most comprehensive and most prestigious awards program in the global travel industry.
"Leading Boutique Hotel at the 2008 World Travel Awards."
After 23 years in operation and numerous invitations by distinguished international hotel groups, Eleni Skalbania, owner & operator of Vancouver's Wedgewood Hotel & Spa is delighted to announce the selection of the Wedgewood to the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association, which is recognised as "The collection of the world's finest restaurants and hotels".
For the second consecutive year Wequassett Resort and Golf Club’s highly-acclaimed twenty-eight Atlantic was honored with a Four-Star Award by Mobil Travel Guide
Combe House, near Exeter, Devon has been awarded a Michelin Rising Star for the second year in succession for its culinary excellence in the 2008 Michelin Red Guide, which is one of the most recognised and influential restaurant guides in Europe featuring only 122 restaurants in the UK with one or more stars.