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Dec12

Recommendable hotel

Located in one of the most graceful places on the island, Bahia Pollensa Aparthotel is the perfect direction to enjoy the beaches and coves of pulverised soil and crystallized humor, landscapes inundated of contrasts and a tracheophyte of artistic and ethnical events that differentiate the town of Pollenca. The Bahia de Pollensa offers a restful leisure which families and couples will like.

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Dec11

The mystery and mystique of the Livraria Lello


Livraria Lello is an art nouveau bookstore situated in Oporto, also called Porto, which is the second biggest city in Portugal and a UNESCO Heritage site. Opened in 1906, this bookshop makes you feel like you are in a different time and era. Located not far from “Soares dos Reis”, a Museum of Art, and the Photography Museum, this is one of the most magnificent book shops one can imagine. Livraria Lello is definitely a must-see in Porto.

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Dec10

One of the world’s best looking libraries

Located in Perugia – a town known more for its plethora of old churches that its modern-retro architecture, only 200 km north of Rome, Italy, the Perugian library takes the shape of a large disc presents itself as a foreign object. This is one incredible library similar to the optimistic 1980s vision of the extra-terrestrial ET. Designed by architecture studio Italo Rota, the interior of the library resembles a cross between a dot-com office and the 13 year old girl’s room – colorful couches and pastel book shelves mix with the pink-hued light produced by the glass walls. Its form and use of color, its transparency during the daytime, and the light it emits at night create a new landscape. You should visit this library at night, when the bright round shape of the library building looks other-worldly.

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Dec10

Where the outback meets the reef?

Lying 70km from the nearest town of Exmouth, north Western Australia, Sal Salis is as about as posh as bush camping can be. The exclusive Sal Salis is a luxury tented camp overlooking world renowned Ningaloo Reef, hidden amongst blindingly white sand dunes of Cape Range National Park on the shores of the Indian Ocean. With just nine luxury wilderness tents Sal Salis provides a unique place from which to explore Western Australia’s coral coast and one of Australia’s best kept natural secrets. It’s ecotourism at its best.

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Dec10

What more could you want from one location?

Set on cliffs overlooking the impressive coastline, Pezula Resort Hotel is one of the most luxurious resorts in South Africa. Located near the famous town of Knysna and just a 40-minute flight from Cape Town, this amazing estate is surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests and sheltered beaches. With sweeping views of Pezula Championship Golf Course, the vast blue Indian Ocean and the golden beaches of the Knysna Lagoon, Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa welcomes guests looking to experience genuine South African hospitality.

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Dec07

Rediscover the true meaning of wine country hospitality


La Residence is a private estate in the Franschhoek Valley, minutes from the village and its fine restaurants, boutique shops and galleries. Just 45 minutes from Cape Town, La Residence will transport its guests to a forgotten era, far removed from the bustle of city life, creating memories that will be cherished forever. From the moment you drive through the gate, you’ll know you made a winning decision. The owner and staff of the estate work overtime to ensure a hotel experience like no other in the Cape Winelands.

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Dec07

Place of the Blue Crane

Situated at the heart of the malaria-free Eastern Cape Province, near Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve is perfect beginning or ending to a journey along the famed Garden Route. Consists of 22 000 hectares farmland, the reserve features elegant safari lodges offering world-class sophistication and style in the African bush. The area is steeped in history and culture, offering guests an exceptional and unique safari experience. From exhilarating game drives and specialist safaris to historical talks and cultural visits, Kwandwe has it all.

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Nov20

Regarded as one of the leading Austrian resorts

Perched above blue-green waters of the stunning Lake Worthersee in Carinthia Region, Schloss Velden is a premier luxury hotel welcomes its guests with unvarnished tradition of unparalleled service coupled with opulent luxury and historical elegance. The region is known as the Austrian Riviera with its location on Europe’s largest and warmest Alpine lake, Worthersee.

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Nov16

One of the premier spots in Kenya

Mount Kenya Safari Club is situated near the high slopes of Africa’s second highest mountain, Mt Kenya. Spread over 100 acres of manicured lawns, tranquil streams and landscaped gardens, and with spectacular views of Mount Kenya in the distance, it provides peaceful respite after a day of adventure. Located 10 kms from Nanyuki Town, it is the only place where you can relax, view, walk, escape, self treat after a seminar or conference or business trip away from Nairobi city. With nature’s bounty as your doorstep, no visit to Kenya is complete without a stay here, the country’s most famous retreat.

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Nov16

Renowned for its hospitality and charm

Just 20 minutes from Cape Town’s City Centre, The Cellars Hohenort is a gracious hotel set in beautiful landscaped gardens in the historic Constantia Valley. Offering view of False Bay and Table Mountain, the hotel is considered as one of the great country house hotels Cape. It combines two great traditions: the magnificent Cellars on the 18th century Klaasenbosch wine estate and the splendid Hohenort manor house. Remain the ultimate in classical romantic getaways the Cellars- Hohenort has been awarded Top 10 status in South Africa.

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