Mar15
Published by misha in Czech Republic, Europe, Hiking, Hotels, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Spa, Travel Stories, Walking

This seventeenth-century restored chateau oozes neoclassical romance and boasts exquisite interiors – glittering chandeliers, sumptuous fabrics, and a long sweeping staircase – behind its imposing white faced. But although it undoubtedly provides an escape far from the madding crowds, the lively hub of Prague is just 34 miles (55 km) away.
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Mar15
Published by misha in Argentina, Eating, Hotels, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Romantic, Sightseeings, South America, Spa, Swimming, Travel Stories, Urban Tourism

Arriving at night at this Buenos Aires beauty is perhaps the best way to appreciate its sumptuous decor and sophisticated brand of chic. It is certainly the best way to savor the Faena’s electrifying Philippe Starck design, from the red-lit walkway into a towering spice-scented hall, and from the wild whimsy of its Bistro restaurant to the cool splendor of one of 110 bedrooms in signature white, red, and gold. Photo by: EspressoBoy
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Mar09
Published by misha in Adventure, Africa, Hiking, Hotels, Kenya, Lodge, Photos, Relaxing, Safaris, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories

When Shompole opened in 2001, its coolly stylish interiors – free-flowering white concrete, rough-hewn figwood, smooth, round river stones and plunge pools under thatch-sent shivers up the spines of regular safari goers. Yet the hotel, which clings to southern Kenya’s Nguruman escapement views over the Rift Valley, is also here to benefit the wildlife and local Maasai people.
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Mar09
Published by misha in Africa, Cultural, Eating, Hotels, Morocco, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Romantic, Swimming, Travel Stories

Brad Pitt and David Bowie are among the high-profile guests who have visited Jnane (formerly Jnane Tamsana), in Palmeraie, not far from Marrakech. Jnane is the creation of Maryanne Loum-Martin, a Senegalese lawyer-turned-designer, and her husband, Cary J. Martin, an ethno-botanist from the United States. Photo by: Travel Intelligence
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Mar09
Published by Asya in Chillin, Cities, Europe, Fitness&Gym, Hotels, Photos, Relaxing, Sightseeings, United Kingdom, Urban Tourism, Walking

The Trafalgar Hotel is located in one of the most chic zones of London – on world-famous Trafalgar Square. It can be viewed from a rooftop garden. Also nearby are Big Ben, Admiralty Arch and Nelson’s Column. Also the major entertainment zones are close to you and if you want to be a part of the London’s nightlife, then this would be an ideal destination for you.
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Mar09
Published by misha in Africa, Eating, Golf, Hotels, Morocco, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Romantic, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories, Villas

Aman’s chain of resorts have garnered a formidable reputation around the world and rightly so. Amanjena, the company’s flagship North African resort, is a perfect example of their smooth and sure approach. A palatial estate set on the outskirts of Morocco’s ”Pink City”, the hotel was designed by American architect Ed Tuttle and melds mellifluously with its surroundings, combining Moorish architectural influences, such as the expansive arches that line the main building, with subtle Asia undertones. Photo by: always.inmotion
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Mar09
Published by misha in Adventure, Asia, Cities, Cultural, Eating, Europe, Hiking, History, Hotels, Museums, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Russian Federation, Sightseeings, Travel Stories, Urban Tourism

The one-time capital of Russia, founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, is like a living museum where white is recurring theme. To live out those Dr. Zhivago fantasies, visit in winter when a dusting of snow covers the city’s golden cupolas, whereas in summer, the sun shines all night during the ‘‘White Nights”. Magical, full of history and charm, the Venice of the North’s highlights include the Winter Palace, home to the Hermitage Museum’s amazing three million pieces of art. Spoil Yourself and book into the Kempinski Moika 22 overlooking the Hermitage. Located in a traditional St. Petersburg mansion, it dates back to 1853, during the reign of Czar Nicholas I. Photo by: heini-pdm
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