Huntly Castle, also known as ‘The Pare of Strathbogie’ or ‘Strathbogie Chessman’, stands on the south funds of the River Deveron and unventilated to the smaller River Bogie. Huntly Castle is famed for its heraldic sculpture and inscribed remove friezes.

In nearly 1180, Dancer, Peer of Fife, built the forward hall here. The second was built on the vocalizer of the front in the 1400′s and was a beardown L-plan Stone Tower of the Gordon family. This mansion was hardened by the Earl of Moray in 1452, and the scraped shape accommodation at Strathbogie was replaced in 1460 by a some grander building on the southeast surface of the position, where all afterward employment was to bear expanse. The ordinal in the mid 15 th century saw the building of the Mansion of Strathbogie, which, was a fastness for the English Covenantor grey low Major-General Robert Monro. In 1647 it was gallantly defended against General David Leslie by Baronage Charles Gordon, but its ‘Land’ abolitionist was malnourished into surrender. Huntly Chessman remained under the control of the Clan Gordon until 1923. Today, the remains of the chessman are cared for by Historic Scotland.

This unique idea – to make a cafe from scaffolding and shipping containers was brought to light by Paris studio 1024 Architecture. Les Grandes Tables is located on an island on the Seine in Paris – on the Ile Seguin, where architect Jean Nouvel is currently converting a car workshop into a museum. The project is an architectural combination between an agricultural greenhouse, a barge and a timber-frame house covered beneath a see-through umbrella.

The restaurant, which serves 100% organic food prepared by star chef Arnaud Daguin, draws heavily from the theme of rebuilding: the essence is essentially a sky-scraping basket of unfinished wood fiber insulation suspended by a pitched, scaffold-like construction auspicious squirrel red shipping containers. Elevated amidst the scaffolding structure is an oriented strand board box, which houses the first floor restaurant. A staircase at the front of the building leads visitors up to this dining room, whilst a lead space below is used for informal events and parties.

Known now the haute cuisine it serves and for the brilliant parties that it hosts. The cafe seems incorporated in the scaffold material. It has an area of 300m2 and the chef that was hired to prepare the extravagant types of food is Arnaud Daguin. The materials used were: wood fibre panels, containers besides scaffolding parts. The technological enhancements incorporated in the cafe allow lighting effects for parties or other types of events. Illuminated with LED lights, the restaurant projects the sensationalism of a stadium at night, presenting itself as a glittering gem in a “garden of foreshadowing”.

Paris architects Nadau Lavergne have completed a round wooden theater and matching circular restaurant for a campsite in the south of France. The campsite of La Rive is located in the Landes, bordered on the west by Lake Biscarosse. The site is characterized by a flat-type heath pine forest. A strip trees surrounded the beach and works as a visual screen and it saves the natural landscape around it. Zigzagging columns support the projecting facade of the eight metre-high theatre, creating a surrounding arcade that shelters the entrance.

Set in the heart of the American southwest in the Sonoran Desert on 450 glorious acres the Fairmont Scottsdale is the ultimate desert oasis. Newly redesigned gem blends alluring Spanish-style architecture with a modern, contemporary edge.  Actually, this is the grandest of Scottsdale resorts. The grounds, a mystical landscape of lagoons, fountains, fire pits, colorful desert plants, and expansive green spaces, offer lush contrast to the desert surroundings. If you choose to celebrate Passover in Arizona, this 5-star resort is the perfect choice.
Encounter all of the superb amenities you’d expect to find at a world-class destination resort – four heated pools, including a Sonoran Splash Pool, and a Willow Stream Spa, two championship-level TPC golf courses, a championship tennis center,  three sparkling swimming pools, and outstanding dining, entertainment, and recreation. You “must” dine at restaurants by notable chefs Michael Mina and Richard Sandoval. The Fairmont Scottsdale offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and serene desert surroundings. Rooms and suites in muted tones are situated in low-lying buildings around the property, and many feature Southwest accents including art by local designers. With so many activities, sightseeing and cultural options it’s no wonder our guests come back to spend Passover in Arizona year after year! Boasting one of the best Spas in North America (as ranked by Travel + Leisure Magazine), four award-winning restaurants, state-of-the art meeting facilities, and two 18-hole championship golf courses, this highly acclaimed Scottsdale hotel resort is truly an experience like no other.

 
With more than 1,800 employees, many of whom are second-and third-generation, The Greenbrier’s attentive staff usually outnumbers its guests. From the moment of their arrival through the duration of their stay, guests of The Windsor Club have access to the very best of The Greenbrier. The Greenbrier boasts a collection of newly renovated guestrooms with state-of-the-art in-room technology and amenities. 634 guestrooms; newly enhanced Deluxe Rooms and Junior Suites; 1-7 bedroom suites; and 1-4 bedroom guest and estate houses. Each room features antique furnishings, canopy beds with 400-thread-count Filo Doro Italian linens, a personalized pillow menu and select rooms with gas fireplaces.

There is a never-ending array of activities. The Greenbrier’s amenities and services include a wide variety of flexible and unique meeting and event venues, several fine restaurants and lounges, including Prime 44 West steakhouse, In-Fusion and The Forum. Over 50 recreational activities including 4 championship golf courses, croquet, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a 40,000 sq ft/3,716 sq m full-service spa, cooking schools, falconry, off-road driving, group activities. Other features on property include the Greenbrier Culinary Arts Center and The Greenbrier Clinic. Hotel’s Chain: Preferred.

Set in an impressive 7-floor building with a beautiful restored Spanish-colonial façade in front of Independencia Square, Park Hyatt Mendoza Hotel is one of the most prestigious luxury hotels in the city. Conveniently located only 15 minutes from Mendoza international airpor and 90 minutes from major ski resorts in Argentina, this modern hotel is also close to some local major cultural attraction such as the Foundation Area Museum and the Historical Museum of General San Martin. With stunning views of the Andes mountain range, this is ideal for business and leisure travellers.

The Park Hyatt Mendoza ensures an access to a range of outdoor activities that include rafting, trekking, sport fishing, mountain biking, horse riding, rock climbing and snow skiing. A wide range of activities at this five-star hotel includes a luxury spa center equipped with a hammam, a Jacuzzi, swimming pool and gymnasium and offering different kind of massage and beauty treatments. There is also a casino and several restaurants boasting opt between an Argentinean and international dishes and wine bar where you may choose from over 100 of Argentina’s premier boutique wines.  

Grand Hyatt Santiago hosts 310 elegantly designed with modern décor guest rooms and suites. Rooms are housed in a beautiful twenty-four-storey atrium, while suites are located on the sixteenth floor and benefit from Grand Club® amenities and a private lounge. All rooms and suites offer stunning views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains and feature a LCD TV and marble bathrooms with locally-made spa amenities. Whether travelling on vacation or for business, this is a perfect spot during your Santiago stay.

 
Located in the most prestigious city’ suburb – El Golf and only 30 minutes from Santiago International Airport, the Ritz Carlton Santiago is the only Chilean Hotel awarded as the Nº1 hotel in South America (in 2007). This location is also 38 miles from Valle Nevado Ski Resort and 70 miles from Valparaiso Port and Vina Del Mar Beach. Designed for business and leisure travellers with high expectations, the hotel offers its guests great service and facilities. The Ritz Carlton Santiago is an ideal place to rest and enjoy the natural beauty of the city.

Ritz Carlton has 205 luxurious guest rooms distributed among 14 floors and divided according to size – 49 Club Level rooms, 3 Club Suites, 12 Executive Suites, and a Presidential Suite. All rooms are fully equipped and sharing a splendid view to the city and the Andean Range. They boast a delicate and warm combination of earth tones and golds in a classic stylish décor. Room amenities include high speed internet access, dual phone lines, 24 hour in room dining and digital safety deposit box. Room Rate per night $225 USD per person.

Hotel’  highlights include 7,500 sq-ft luxurious rooftop health and fitness centre with Jacuzzi, a hot tub and a heated indoor pool. There are four restaurants offers dishes with the best of  mediterranean and Chilean cuisine featuring local best products. Cocktails and a wide variety of wines can be enjoyed in the modern atmosphere of the exclusive Bar 100 ° or in the garden. Besides good business, the capital city promises entertainment, pleasure and excitement for fans of outdoor activities such as skiing, surfing or trekking among the Andes Mountains.

Facilities at this 5-star hotel include: free parking, free Wi-fi, an indoor heated swimming Pool, fitness center, a lighted tennis court and a modern Convention Center where luxury and style live in perfect harmony. Located on the 21st floor, L’Etoile serves international gourmet dishes with an extravagant panoramic view of the city and the Andes Mountains. You have opportunity to enjoy the most awarded Chilean wines with a fine selection of seafood, fresh fish from the Pacific, lamb from the Patagonia among other dishes in a romantic ambience.

Opened on August, 1923, the Copacabana Palace Hotel was featured in the 1933 film Flying Down to Rio. Designed by French architect Joseph Gire, this luxury property consists of an 8-storey main building and a 14-story annex. There are 225 rooms the hotel – 148 in the main building and 78 in the annex. As a member of Orient Express Group, the hotel’s rooms are decorated with period art, and offer all the amenities that guests expect from a modern hotel.

Los Cauquenes Resort is built in the traditional southern Argentine architectural style. Natural materials, like lenga wood and stone, are expertly used in the stylish interiors. This is an impressive spot for your business seminar or wedding celebration. There are 54 rooms and suites tastefully decorated in neutral tones with highlights of color. All of the accommodations at Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa Ushuaia have air conditioning, comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms and suites have a private balcony or deck and gorgeous views of the sea.

The resort invites you to enjoy moments of relaxation in a friendly environment with professional service. There is something for everyone in this is a magical destination. The resort features a spa center with a heated swimming pool, saunas, Jacuzzi, gym and a range of health and beauty treatments to restore and revitalize you. When you are not enjoying the bliss of a massage, you can indulge in exquisite Patagonian and international dining in the stylish high-standard restaurant. Activities include: sailing the waters of the Beagle Channel and observe Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, sea lions, Magellanic Penguins, and over 20 different sea bird species or trek the ancient coastal paths to see condors, steamer ducks, red foxes, eagles and beaver dams.

Amirandes Grecotel Exclusive Resort is located directly on the beach of Gouves in Heraklion, on the north coast of Crete. This beachfront luxury hotel features bungalows and villas with numerous pools. Guests will find that some attractions are within walking distance including the world-famous archaeological site at the Palace of Knossos, Vikelea Municipal Library, Heraklion Venetian Port, and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. The charming village of Agios Nikolaos is approximately 46 kilometers away.

Built in 2007, this luxurious beachfront Greek resort offers the highest standards of Mediterranean luxury and refinement amongst fragrant gardens lapped by azure waters and palm-fringed lagoons swirling past natural stone terraces.Guestrooms open to furnished balconies with sea or garden views and feature deep soaking bathtubs. All of the rooms at the Amirandes Grecotel Exclusive Resort Gouves have air conditioning, LCD televisions with satellite channels, and bathrooms as part of their amenities.

The Amirandes Grecotel Exclusive Resort Gouves has 6 restaurants, a large seawater pool, outdoor tennis courts and onsite fitness center. For further indulgence, Elixir Spa is a sanctuary for the senses, with a sauna and a choice of therapies and treatments. There is also extensive concierge services, bank-exchange, medical Care, business services and Internet Point, postal services, express courier service, hairdresser, conference facilities and much, much more.

Set in the serenity of the Colca Canyon, Las Casitas del Colca is a luxurious eco-lodge considered as one of the most exotic vacation destinations in Peru. Placed amidst the beauty and magic of the Andes Mountains, at the bottom of one of the deepest canyons in the world, Las Casitas is ideal for excursions around the marvellous volcanic scenery of the Colca Valley.  The location makes the resort a perfect choice for the guest who prefers privacy in addition to luxury accommodations set in natural beauty.

Las Casitas del Colca offers a collection of exquisite cottage-style villas decorated with indigenous tiles, artwork, and other textiles that are local to the region. All villas at Las Casitas del Colca are designed with care; the interior includes a foyer, lounge area, working fireplaces, dressing room and bedrooms. This is the most luxurious accommodation in the region. Casitas are equipped with private fire place, free Wi-Fi, a minibar, an Ipod Docking Station, outdoor showers, in-room safe and more. Each feature spacious living space with radiant heated floors, a private terrace, and a heated plunge pool – ideal for rest, relaxation and retreat and perfect for couples or families alike.

Guests looking for activities outside of La Casitas del Colca have access to a variety of activities including cooking classes, art classes, cultural programs, fly fixing, horseback riding, stargazing, wildlife viewing, the giant condors spotting, hiking or visits to the local alpaca farm and more. Wellness facilities include a sauna and several massage and body treatments. Guests can enjoy magnificent views at Las Casitas’s restaurant. Dishes are prepared with tasty regional ingredients.

Correntoso Lake & River Hotel offers peaceful accommodation with a spectacular setting on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi. This is an upscale Patagonia hotel located in the city of Neuquen.  Built almost a century ago as a cabin for fishermen, this charming, yet sophisticated, hotel has everything you need for a thoroughly enjoyable Patagonian getaway.

With its unique natural setting and all of the services on offer Correntoso has become one of the top small luxury hotels in Patagonia and recommended by Condé Nast Johansens as one of the best hotels in the country. The exclusive boutique hotel features 31 stylish guestrooms. The rooms enjoy contemporary décor and offer impressive views of the Andes and of the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Each of them is complete with all the amenities you’d expect from a modern hotel in this price range like a private terrace and Wi–Fi internet connection. Price’ rates: $188 to $392 per person per night.

Correntoso Lake Hotel has an in-house restaurant and bar, where Mediterranean-inspired, local cuisine accompanied by glorious Argentinean wines are served.  There is also an herbal Hammam and a spa in which to soothe tired limbs following a day of challenging outdoor pursuits. Correntoso Hotel is superbly placed to enjoy adventurous outdoor activities in Argentina’s Lake District. The outdoor activities including fishing, trekking and horse riding, to kayaking, mountain biking and winter skiing or snowboarding.