2011 November travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises spa and resorts

Nestles between the stunning Tramuntana Mountains and the glistening Mediterranean Sea, the elegant The St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort is the perfect place to enjoy a luxury stay on this beautiful Balearic Island. Located just minutes from the chic marina of Puerto Portals, with its first class shops, restaurants and beautiful beach, here you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing how you spend your days.
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A unique natural place, Mar Menor is the largest salt-water lake of Europe. InterContinental Mar Menor Golf Resort is located near the Spanish village of Torre Pacheco, only 10 km from Murcia San Javier Airport. Local attractions include Santiago de la Ribera Beach, Archaelogical Museum, and Estadio Municipal de Cartagena. Surrounded by Mar Menor Best Golf an 18 hole Par 72 golf course, part of the celebrated Nicklaus Golf Trail, this intimate hotel is an inspiring retreat where you can indulge in relaxation and leisure during your stay.
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Ideally located near the famous “Art Triangle” in the very center of Madrid, the Westin Palace is situated between the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia museums. Overlooking the Neptune Fountain, this luxury regal hotel houses a magnificent building which has been a centre of Spanish society for almost 100 years. This five-star deluxe hotel is an outstanding example of the unique elegance of the Spanish capital.
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Opulent and exclusive, Hotel Ritz is located in the very heart of Madrid. Considered as one of city’s most exclusive addresses, here, guests are just steps from the three most prestigious museums in the city: The Prado, housing master pieces by Velazquez, Goya and El Greco, The Thyssen Bornemisza and the Centro de Arte Monderno Reina Sofia. Built in 1908 at the order of King Alfonso XIII, the Ritz Madrid offers an experience unlike any other.
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The AC Santo Mauro is situated in the swanky residential Chamberi district, close to the Paseo de la Castellana, in the heart of the Madrid. Housed in the former residence of the Duke of Santo Mauro, the hotel consists of three wings with its grand exterior, high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, iron staircase and marble fireplaces. The AC Santo Mauro hotel has a French touch with the old library transformed into a restaurant, and the old ballrooms now serve as meeting rooms, it is simply quite spectacular.
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History, art, culture, great atmosphere. Opened in October 2004, the Palacio del Retiro is a part of prestigious chain as AC Recoletos. Located in the heart of Madrid, this five-star luxurious property is just a few minutes of the most popular museums of the city. Situated opposite the famous Retiro Park, this is one of the best located hotels in the city. Housed in a 19th-century impressive palace, the hotel’ building is protected by National Heritage status.
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The Kempinski Hotel Bahia Marbella Estepona is an exclusive sea-side resort with a privileged location allows breathtaking views over the Mediterranean Sea, Rock of Gibraltar and African coastline. Located only 5 min drive from the centre of Estepona, the hotel is set in breathtaking subtropical gardens designed by the famous Spanish architect Melvin Villaroel. Since its inauguration in 1999, the Kempinski Hotel Bahia Estepona has been awarded a number of prizes for its magnificent gardens.
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Situated on a 100,000 sq m estate Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque Resort is set in a luxury village setting bordering the sea on the idyllic island of Tenerife, Canary Islands. Overlooking Duque Beach in Costa Adeje in Southern Tenerife, the hotel complex is a member of Leading Hotels of the World. Surrounded by 6 hectares of magnificent tropical gardens this luxurious hotel complex blends harmoniously with its surroundings, preserving the deep warmth of the island’s volcanic origins and the peace of a welcoming paradise.
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Opened 1918, the neoclassical facade invites discriminating travelers to enter a world of luxury: discover exquisite accommodations and excellence in service. The Hotel Majestic is located on the prestigious Paseo de Gracia in the very center of Barcelona. The hotel is located within walking distance to all the main tourist attractions: Las Ramblas, the Plaza de Cataluna, the Gothic Quarter, and Gaudi’s major architectural works – the Casa Batllo, La Pedrera and Casa Mila. Come and taste that this hotel has to offer.
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Perfectly located at the heart of the most artistic and commercial hub of Barcelona,  Le Meridien Barcelona is close to major art attractions such as MACBA Art Gallery, the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, El Liceo Opera Theatre and the Gothic Quarter. Built in the classic Modernismo style in 1956, it was originally called the Hotel Manila. Overlooking the city’s iconic boulevard of leisure and entertainment Las Ramblas, this sophisticated hotel is a wonderful place to explore this magnificent city and to see the fulfilment of Gaudi’s dream (dream of a Barcelona filled with vibrant colors, interesting shaped stonework, and original design).
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