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Penha Longa Hotel and Golf Resort is an exceptional luxury hotel in Portugal nestled in the Sintra Mountains near Lisbon. Traces its origins back to the 14th century, this elegant palazzo-style estate is situated in the forest of World-Heritage city of Sintra and 10 min from the Estoril Coast. Fully renovated in 2005, the Penha Longa is managed by the prestigious hotel chain Ritz-Carlton.

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Recognized as tallest hotel in Northern Europe, the Radisson Blu Plaza is located in Oslo city centre within one kilometer of Oslo Cathedral, Oslo Royal Palace, Oslo Opera House and the bustling Karl Johan Street. Soaring 34 stories into the skyline above Oslo, this modern hotel offers magnificent views of the city centre and provides grand services. This is a truly international hotel, combining high standard with traditional Scandinavian hospitality.

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Located in the Heart of Monte Carlo, only 50 m from Casino square, this 5-star hotel was recently renovated by the renowned French designer Jacques Garcia. Offering a fresh Mediterranean decor, combining classic elegance with modern design, the Hotel Metropole is an exclusive urban destination for leisure or business travelers. It is an excellent spot to discover the attractions of Monaco include the Royal Palace, the old town and the Oceanographic Museum.

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Built in 1900, the Hotel Hermitage Monaco today is the most beautiful example of the art of living in the style of the “Belle Epoque”. Overlooking the Mediterranean, the hotel attracts an international clientele seeking the ultimate in service and elegance. Unparalleled views of the Monte-Carlo Marina, respect for tradition, a sense of hospitality and attention to detail make this the most exquisite of historical palaces.

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Located in the heart of the ancient Medieval city of Siena, the Grand Hotel Continental is situated only a few steps from the popular sights of Piazza del Campo, the Duomo Cathedral and the Santa Maria della Scala Museum. Housed in a splendid aristocratic mansion, built in the 17th century by the Chigi Pope Alexander VII, this is the only five-star luxury hotel in Siena. After two years of restoration works, the Grand Hotel Continental reopens on February 2002 to the guests. Thanks to its artistic splendor, now building plays a vital role in the cultural heritage of the famous Tuscan town.

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Located in the heart of Taormina, Grand Hotel Timeo is a five-star luxurious accommodation. Set high in the rocky hills on the east coast of Sicily, this extremely elegant property offers sweeping views of Mount Etna and the Sicilian Coast. This 19th-century residence has long been a favourite destination of famous European and Hollywood stars, including Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor.

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The warm hospitality of the Hotel Castello awaits you with open arms in an intimate, boutique-style atmosphere. Located in Sardinia, just a few metres from the sparkling sea, this beachfront luxury hotel is an oasis of tranquility and relaxation. Offering the utmost in privacy and seclusion in a quiet part of the resort, Hotel Castello is the obvious choice for those seeking a luxurious and sophisticated holiday.

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Built in the late 1920s to house international dignitaries that visited Seville, the Hotel Alfonso XIII offers guests a lush ambiance along with the most contemporary amenities. Named for the king who commissioned it in 1928 it is one of the most prestigious hotels in Europe.  Only minutes from the Royal Alcazar, Old Tobacco Factory and Plaza de Espana, Hotel Alfonso XIII was named to Conde Nast Traveler’s 2004 and 2005 Gold Lists and is on Conde Nast Traveler’s 2004 Readers’ Choice Awards List.

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Located in the heart of the Basel Old Town directly on the banks of the river Rhine where the Swiss, French and German borders meet, this first class property is famous for its ancestry as for friendly hospitality. The luxury Les Trois Rois hotel is an ideal base whether you are a business or leisure traveller to this Swiss charming town. Les Trois Rois is considered as one of Europe’s oldest city hotels, where already Napoleon, Elizabeth II, Pablo Picasso, Thomas Mann and many other famous people have stayed. The first official record of the “Three Kings” as a guest house dates back to 1681; in 1844, it was completely rebuilt as a grand hotel.

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First opened in 1913, the Gstaad Palace is privileged to offer a breathtaking view of the majestic Swiss Alps. Set on a hill overlooking Gstaad, this extraordinary place is one of Europe’s most celebrated holiday hotels. Run for three generations by the Scherz family, this luxurious property offers its guests a harmoniously combination of romantic architecture, comfortably rustic interior decoration and contemporary fittings.

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