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At the heart of the cabernet-sauvignon- merlot and chardonnay vines of Napa Valley- the French restaurateur Claude Rouas has created a discreet and elegant hotel hidden amongst a grove of olive trees that evoke his love of Provence in the South of France. A handful of houses perched on the hillside offer spacious -maisons- with private terraces where aged French oak floors- colorful chenille fabrics- abstract paintings and fireplaces create an air of romance. The Mediterranean-inspired cuisine features the very best of the region and the spa- which also draws its cue from the land- proposes treatments based on grapes- olives- herbs- flowers- mud and minerals. The 15-000 bottles in the wine cellar promise an oenophiles journey to the wine heaven as you watch the sun setting on the horizon. CLUB 5C- Hotel welcomes Relais and Chateaux Club 5C members with a VIP Welcome and a Discovery Privilege. Please include the Club 5C membership number in the reservation and please show your Club 5C membership card on arrival.

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Travel + Leisure says..."The first modern boutique resort to open in Napa Valley—back in 1985—is still one of the area’s best. From the outside, Auberge’s sandstone-colored villas, scattered among 33 acres of olive groves, evoke the terraced houses of the French Riviera; inside, the 50 rooms continue the theme with Balinese recycled wood floors and rattan ceiling fans, fabrics in Mediterranean hues, wood-burning fireplaces, and French doors leading to private verandas. The treatments at the 7,000-square-foot spa all incorporate ingredients harvested from the local hillsides (an especially delicious option: the Meyer lemon–olive oil massage). And the hotel’s eponymous restaurant—where chef Robert Curry serves seasonal, regionally sourced dishes like orange glazed suckling pig with broccoli rabe, peanuts and pickled mustard seed—still packs in the foodies, as it has for a quarter-century. ~From Travelandleisure.com

Conde Nast Traveler says..."This “outstanding luxury hotel” is set on 33 acres of vineyards and olive groves—“the views are spectacular.” “Sumptuous cottages” done in sun and earth tones have wood-burning fireplaces and refrigerators stocked with local wines and cheeses; bathrooms come with skylights and flat-screen TVs. The “stunning restaurant” serves wine-country cuisine with French Mediterranean influences, and its terrace has heaters for dining out on cool evenings. Enjoy Italian ices and chilled towels at the pool and Reiki at La Pagode, an Asian-style pavilion. The hotel manager “takes care of business and addresses issues without breaking a sweat.”" ~From CondeNastTraveler.com

Juicy Details Amenities 24 Hour Front Desk 24 Hour Security Bath: Soaking Tub Bath: Walk in Shower Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Beds: Rooms with King Beds Business Center Charm up the Wazoo Complimentary Breakfast Concierge Services Extra Romantic Fax Machine Available For Guests Fireplace in the Room Fireplace: Wood Burning Fireplace in the Room Fitness Center Golf Course on Property Hot Tub Internet: High Speed Outlet in Room Internet: Is Free Internet: WiFi By the Pool Internet: WiFi in Public Areas Jogging Track/Path Laundry Room Available Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service Maid Service Meeting Facilities Outdoor Dining Patio Pool Pool - Outdoor Private Deck/Patio/Terrace Private Outdoor Hot Tub (with Room) Restaurant On Property Room Service (Limited) Room Type: Villa Safe Deposit Box Self Parking - Uncovered Spa/Massage on Property Uniformed Security on Site Valet Parking - Uncovered Wake-up Service Hotel Types / Categories Conde Nast Traveler Top Spas Travel and Leisure World Top 500 Hotels (USA) Travel and Leisure Top Spa Hotels Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels Best Spa Hotels Ultra Luxurious Hotels Adult Only Resorts Best Honeymoon Resorts Best Romantic Hotels Napa Valley Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels Luxe Retreat Wine Country Inns Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels - 2013 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels 2013

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A private nature location, Laughing Falcon Reserve in Toledo, the southern most territory of Belize, is more than a home for Belcampo Lodge. Originally established as a fishing lodge, the owners are committed to managing this 11,000 acre private reserve to promote and encourage the sustainable use of this verdant tropical environment. High up within the rainforest canopy, an awe inspiring panorama with Guatemala and Honduras in the distance, a world class adventure resort invites guests to feed their thirst for adventure, gather on sprawling verandas, enjoy delicious local cuisine or relax in the privacy of elegantly appointed cabanas on the hillside. At Belcampo Lodge we invite you to come and quench your thirst for adventure and luxury.

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"Part of an 11,000-acre nature reserve, with 12 cabins powered by solar-panel roofs and an on- site organic farm that provides much of the lodges food."Food and Wine, Best Small Eco-Lodges in Latin America

Juicy Details Amenities Art Collection Bath: Private Bathroom Bedding: Fine Linens Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Beds with Views Beds: Rooms with King Beds Beds: Rooms with Two Beds Bikes to Use Boat to Hotel Charm up the Wazoo Dock Your Boat Gardens on the Property Hammocks to Hang Out On Helicopter Access Internet: WiFi By the Pool Internet: WiFi in Public Areas No TV in the Room Organic Garden Outdoor Massage Poolside Food & Drink Service Privacy Private Boat Available Private Deck/Patio/Terrace Romantic Bed Room Type: Bungalows Room Type: Casitas Room Type: Indoor Outdoor Rooms Room Type: Stand Alone Single Unit Room Type: Treehouse Rooms Sexy Bathrooms Windows: Windows Open in the Room Hotel Types / Categories Belize Eco Friendly Green Hotels Jungle Lodge Gems Eco Lodge Gems

Wifi Details The main lodge, pool area and all rooms have complimentary WiFi.

Green Details Among some of the stand-out eco and sustainability efforts are: Guests are transported by the low-emission vehicles and boats. All vans, open-air safari and four-wheel drive vehicles undergo thorough inspections and maintenance routine to ensure that they always meet the highest possible environmental standards. Boats are all equipped with efficient hull structures and well maintained, new technology, four-stroke motors Accommodations are low-impact canopy suites, built on stilts to minimize contact with to the sensitive rainforest floor No disposable serving, dishes, silverware is used – even on picnic fully reusable glass, stainless and ceramic dining and serving pieces are used 95% of all ingredients for our restaurant and culinary service come from our on-site organic farm or from within the country of Belize Refillable aluminum water bottles are issued at check-in and “PURE H2O” stations in the lodge and in each suite allow eco-conscious travelers to refill as often as needed – this effort saves and estimated 950 to 1,150 plastic water containers weekly A rain water collection and re-use system is in place and there are aerators on faucets and shower heads, as well as low-flow toilets The on-site organic garden allows provides fresh fruit, vegetables, spices and herbs for daily meals, as well as tropical flowers for guest rooms and public areas. Any food that the lodge is unable to utilize is donated to the local community. The chef and farmers teach guests and locals alike, about growing, harvesting and preparing sustainable meals. To complete the sustainable circle, organic kitchen scraps are composted and used as a natural fertilizer in the garden. Energy-efficient lighting and controls, as well as timers for outdoor lights and staff members trained to turn off lights that are not being used all save electricity In the kitchen, smaller refrigerators have been purchased to use in the slower season when the lodge does not need the larger versions and top loading freezers help save energy by maintaining temperatures more efficiently. The use of a maintenance logs for all equipment ensures that all resort equipment functions at maximum levels of efficiency Housekeeping and maintenance use non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaners, environmental-friendly pest control methods, a towel reuse and linen change program, and adhere to a policy of turning off lights, water heaters and air conditioners in vacant rooms The guest canopy suites are designed to maximize lighting through natural sunlight and effectively direct breezes to keep guest comfortable without the constant need for air conditioning. The walls and ceiling void have been insulated with recycled environmentally friendly fill to limit any excessive heat transfer from the outside. Roofs have special silica intensive environmentally sensitive color paint which limit and diffuse the heat transfer through the roof without being overly reflective. A line conditioner has been attached to the electrical lines that come into the property, better regulating electricity and reducing equipment loses due to surges and lightening storms. Tours and excursions around the area, through the rainforest, on the rivers and at Mayan ruins are specifically designed to “leave no trace”. Everything has been addressed in this area and understanding that garbage disposal can be difficult while off-site, the lodge has a policy to bring trash back to the lodge for proper sorting, composting, recycling and disposal Regular staff training emphasizes the lodge’s long-term sustainability commitment – training addresses local community support initiatives, empowers the staff and encourages self-assessment exercise on the resort’s Responsible Tourism policy A system of nature trails gives guests direct access to the surrounding nature reserve and organic garden – perfect for hikers, bikers and bird watchers. Marked trails throughout Machaca allow for self-guided exploration with little or no impact on the native environment, while kayaks and canoes are offered for river exploration The estate practices its own re-forestation program and has planted in excess of 2,500 indigenous hardwood trees and 2,000 softwood indigenous trees. The lodge utilizes wind-felled lumber for a large proportion of its own building and furniture requirements. Machaca also produces its own furniture products in-house, which ensures efficient waste limiting practices and eliminates the need for transportation of these bulky goods. The lodge actively participates and sponsors a weekly talk show through a local radio station. The show specifically targets the local residents and focuses on the need for sustainable tourism and the education to the benefits of having a healthy eco system.

How This Juicy Hotel Benefits Its Local Community Guests visiting from March through June can help excavate an ancient Mayan site alongside archeologists at the Uxbenka Archeological Project. Volunteers assist at the ancient site that was inhabited during the Classic Period (AD 250 -900).Since the Mayan culture is so prevalent in Belize, uncovering this part of history is important to the area.   Strong relationships with the local community are valued at Machaca Hill and this is further demonstrated by the lodge supporting local youth through the schools. Machaca supports educational programs, supplies leftover produce and gives children lessons they can take home to create stronger futures for themselves.   Another important relationship is with T.I.D.E (Toledo Institute for Development and Environment), a local NGO, that teaches the local community about resource management and sustainable use of the ecosystems. Machaca Hill’s relationship with T.I.D.E., which helps protect the 11,000 acres around Machaca Hill, encourages re-education on sustainable tourism practices, organic farming and guide training.   Machaca Hill supports two local drumming troupes who through performances expose guests to the Garifuna people and their culture. Performances are interactive and very educational. When the groups are not performing for guests we have initiated a youth awareness program for music to ensure that local youngsters have an opportunity to get exposure and tuition in the wonderfully rich Garifuna cultural music. Additionally, Machaca Hill sponsors and supports a program that assists the Garifuna people in the successful manufacturing and sales of drums.   Through collaboration with local Maya communities we have developed interactive workshops and activities such as basket weaving, cloth production and embroidery so that our guests may not only be exposed to handcrafts for purchase but the significant value of education of the importance of Mayan handcrafts and artwork thus giving insurmountable added value.

What Makes This Juicy Hotel a Boutique Hotel? We have only 12 rooms and we are independently owned and privately operated.

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Non Smoking Hotel Excellent sunny weather Resort is located beyond the fog belt. Oversized luxurious accommodations not under 525 square feet. Full Service Spa and Salon located on property. Gas Fireplaces in each guestroom. Italian linens featherbeds and goose down comforters. Two person tubs separate showers double vanities in the bathrooms. Overstuffed sofas and chairs to enjoy the ambiance of the fireplace. Complimentary wine grotto and refreshment center. French doors that open onto spacious decks or patios. Nearby shopping in Carmel-by-the-Sea and Pebble Beach. Wine Tasting. Horseback Riding. Golf near by.

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Conde Nast Traveler says..."Opened in 1999, the hotel comprises a French country–style home with copper chandeliers, whose rooms are done up in tones of terra-cotta, ocher, chocolate, and celadon; in addition, there are nine Monterey Territorial–style adobe guesthouses. “You’ll enjoy beautiful scenery all around,” thanks in part to the property’s eight acres of wine vineyards and 300 rose bushes. “I was greeted with a glass of their vineyard’s wine and then escorted to my room overlooking the valley.” Each “gorgeous suite” has a stone fireplace, English armoires, Italian linens, a two-person deep soaking tub, French doors that open onto private decks, and complimentary in-room wine. “Sitting by the fireplace was beyond relaxing.” Marinus at Bernardus Lodge has regional cuisine that’s “among the best in California.”" ~From CondeNastTraveler.com

Juicy Details Amenities 24 Hour Front Desk Air Conditioned/Climate Control Bath: Jacuzzi/Whirlpool in Bathroom Bath: Soaking Tub Bedding: Fine Linens Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms Beds with Views Business Center Cable/Satellite TV Charm up the Wazoo Coffee Maker in Room Complimentary Newspaper Concierge Services Connecting Rooms Cool Hot Tub Cool Pool Views Desk in the Room Dining Area in the Room Extra Romantic Fireplace in the Room Fireplace to Enjoy Fitness Center Gardens on the Property Hair Salon/Barber In Room Movies Internet: Available Internet: Broadband Access in Guest Rooms Internet: High Speed Outlet in Room Internet: Internet Access Kiosk Internet: WiFi By the Pool Internet: WiFi in Public Areas iPod Docking Station Iron/Ironing Board Kid Friendly Kids Menu Kitchen: Refrigerator Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service Meeting Facilities Mini Bar Non-Smoking Room Organic Garden Outdoor Dining Patio Pets Allowed Pool - Outdoor Pool Cabanas Poolside Food & Drink Service Privacy Private Garden with Room Private Outdoor Hot Tub (with Room) Restaurant On Property Romantic Bed Room Service (Limited) Room Type: Family Rooms Room Type: Good for 2 Couples Room Type: Good for 3 Couples Safe Deposit Box Safe: In-Room Safe Sauna on Property Self Parking - Uncovered Spa/Massage on Property Telephone in Room Turndown Service Uniformed Security on Site Valet Parking - Uncovered Video Games in the Room Voicemail Wake-up Service Hotel Types / Categories Conde Nast Traveler Top Spas Travel and Leisure World Top 500 Hotels (USA) Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels Best Spa Hotels Best Romantic Hotels Best Hotels for Couples Mountain Lodges Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels 2013

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Biras Creek Resort is located on the beach in Virgin Gorda's North Sound neighborhood, close to Bitter End Gardens, Oil Nut Bay Beach, and Leverick Bay Marina. Other points of interest are Nail Bay Beach and Savannah Beach. Hotel Features. Dining options at Biras Creek Resort include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness facility, and complimentary bicycles. The property's full-service health spa has body treatments, facials, and beauty services. This 4-star property has a business center. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas and the hotel has a computer station. For a surcharge, the property offers a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request). Additional property amenities include gift shops/newsstands and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guestrooms. 31 air-conditioned guestrooms at Biras Creek Resort feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Accommodations offer ocean or garden views. Beds come with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. All rooms include separate sitting areas. Accommodations include refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms feature bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to safes, guestrooms offer direct-dial phones. LCD televisions have satellite channels and DVD players. Rooms also include irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees: * Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. * This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. * Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property. * No onsite parking is available. * No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. * Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per person (roundtrip) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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Travel + Leisure says..."Biras Creek sits on 140 the hilly and secluded acres on the eastern tip of Virgin Gorda. Guests arrive by boat, helicopter, or ferry from Beef Island Airport, and are whisked off in a golf cart to one of the cottage suites—most of which has an outdoor shower and a pair of bicycles parked at the entryway. A short stroll past a salt-pond bird sanctuary is Deep Bay, where you’ll find a trove of catamarans, wind-surfers, and kayaks for guests to use. To truly escape, untie one and cruise along the scrubby coastline until you spy the perfect cove to call your own for the day." ~From Travelandleisure.com

Conde Nast Traveler says..."Set on a 140-acre peninsula, this stone resort is accessible only by boat or helicopter, and “it gets a lot of honeymooners.” Rooms with private garden showers have a white-and-turquoise color scheme, Caribbean artwork, and verandas with sea views. Splurge on the master suite, which has “a plunge pool, a great living room, and two decks right on the ocean.” The candlelit dinner at Hilltop comes with “a fabulous view” of the North Sound—“the food is outstanding, but you have to climb to the top of the resort to get it.” The signature Island Cooler treatment at the spa incorporates a salt scrub, just-picked aloe, and a body wrap and massage. “I pray that I get a chance to return someday.” ~From CondeNastTraveler.com

Conde Nast Traveler says..."Signature dish:Green-apple-and-bacon-stuffed jerk pork chop with parsley potatoes and island rum sauce. Don't miss: A snorkeling trip with Captain Wayne. Catch a spiny lobster and the resort will cook it for you. (Four-course set menu, $85; snorkeling trip free for guests.)" ~From cntraveler.com

 

Juicy Details Amenities Bath: Jacuzzi/Whirlpool in Bathroom Bath: Outdoor Shower (Private for the Room) Bath: Tub with a View Beach Beach Bar Beach Service Beach Toys Beachfront Hotels Beachfront Pool Beachfront Restaurant Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms Beds with Views Beds: 2 Twin Beds Beds: Rooms with King Beds Beds: Rooms with Two Beds Bikes to Use Boat to Hotel Business Center Charm up the Wazoo Coffee Maker in Room Connecting Rooms Dock Your Boat Extra Romantic Fitness Center Hairdryer Hammocks to Hang Out On Helicopter Access Internet: High Speed Outlet in Room Internet: WiFi in Public Areas iPod Docking Station Iron/Ironing Board Jogging Track/Path No TV in the Room Personal Concierge Available Pillow Top Mattreses Privacy Private Beach Cabanas Private Boat Available Private Deck/Patio/Terrace Private Pool (Private Pool with the Room) Restaurant On Property Romantic Bed Room Type: Beachfront Rooms Room Type: Bungalows Room Type: Cottages Room Type: Family Rooms Room Type: Ocean View Rooms Room Type: Pool Villas Room Type: Stand Alone Single Unit Room Type: Villa Safe: In-Room Safe Seaplane to Hotel Small Plane Access Spa/Massage on Property Stunning Settings View: Rooms with Ocean View View: Rooms wtih Water Views Windows: Windows Open in the Room Hotel Types / Categories National Geographic Traveler Stay List - Caribbean Travel and Leisure World Top 500 Hotels (Caribbean, Bermuda, Bahamas) Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels Island Hotels with Good Food Beach Resorts Caribbean Best Summer Hotels Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels Travel and Leisure Top 500 Hotels - 2013 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List Hotels 2013

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Casa Cody-A Country Bed and Breakfast-is a romantic historic hideaway nestled against the San Jacinto mountains in the heart of Palm Springs Village. Decor inspired by Santa Fe and other desert cultures. 2 Pools and Hot Tub.

Juicy Details Amenities Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom Beds: 2 Twin Beds Beds: Rooms with King Beds Beds: Rooms with Two Beds Charm up the Wazoo Fireplace in the Room Gardens on the Property Private Deck/Patio/Terrace Hotel Types / Categories Desert Oasis Resorts Boutique Hotels Palm Springs