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Hotels for Spiritual Renewal
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The spectacular Burj Al Arab-designed to resemble the graceful sails of an Arabian dhow-soars to a height of three hundred and twenty one meters-dominating the Dubai coastline-The all suite hotel is situated on a man made island some two hundred and eighty meters-offshore and is linked to the mainland by a slender-gently curving causeway-Each of the two hundred and two suites is arranged over two floors and all with floor to ceiling-wall to wall windows and tranquil views of the sea-The highest standards of personal service are enhanced by private reception desks on every floor-In-suite check-in-a brigade of exclusive butlers that provide around the clock assistance and unrivaled attention never ceases to amaze our guests.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."Get used to out of the ordinary at this sail-shaped, fiberglass landmark on the Persian Gulf. Aside from the "very gold and very loud decor, the roomsaall duplex suitesaoffer floor-to-ceiling windows and Hermes amenities. At Junsui, Asian dishes are prepared at 12 cooking stations. "I couldn't figure out how every staff member knew my name within minutes of my arrival." -From Conde Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure says..."This iconic, sail-shaped hotelawhich soars 1,053 feet over the Persian Gulf, on an artificial island off Jumeirah Beachaliterally epitomizes Dubai's over-the-topness. And though the property, which was completed in 1999, is ancient by local standards, guests still stop to gawk at the self-professed “seven-stara hotel's 600-foot-high atrium when they first enter (many do so after arriving via helicopter or chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph limo). The 202 massive suites (which start at 1,830 square feet and go all the way to 8,396) are all bilevel, with floor-to-ceiling glass windows; dedicated butler service; fully equipped private bars; offices with automated everything; and bed linens, furniture, and window treatments upholstered in opulent velvets and satins. The sprawling baths are stocked with full-size Hermès toiletries (other little gifts, like La Prairie night cream and aromatherapy “sleep spray,a arrive in guests' suites each night). The property's common areas are equally excessive; of the six restaurants, Al Mahara, serving high-end seafood, is designed to look as if it were underwater, with a huge aquarium and a dining room accessible via simulated submarine ride from the lobby." -From Travel + Leisure
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The rich heritage of the Napa Valley makes Calistoga Ranch the ideal destination for experiencing fine wine, organic regional cuisine and elegant country living. Ideally situated in the Napa Valley, the luxurious 157-acre Calistoga Ranch offers remarkably expansive guest accommodations. The majority of the 46 lodges, many of which feature fireplaces, are free-standing, one-bedroom suites with 1,200 square feet of indoor/outdoor living space. Located in the upper napa valley-near the most prestigiousVineyards/dining and boutiques.
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Travel + Leisure says..."Northern California has its share of upscale hotels, but this exclusive propertyawell situated among 157 acres of oak trees and burbling springsais the epitome of luxury for West Coast nature lovers. Forty-eight freestanding guest lodgesaall polished cedar and floor-to-ceiling glassaoffer uninterrupted views of the trees and sky, both from their opulent, plush interiors and from their fire-warmed “outdoor living roomsa with private showers. The spa, situated among moss-covered boulders and mature trees, offers private mineral-soaking pools and outdoor mud baths; the Lakehouse restaurant, overlooking gleaming Lake Lommel, serves dishes using organic local produce; and yoga classes are held daily on a deck set high above the forest floor." -From Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure says..."Modern cedar-shingled cottages in a secluded canyon overlooking the Mayacamas Mountains, with a nature-inspired design featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, outdoor fireplaces, and open-air showers.Rooms to Book: The 14 Oak Creek Lodges are the most secluded and face out to the seasonal creek.Insider Tip: Take a tour of the on-site vineyard and mountain wine cave.Surrounded by Napa Valley vineyards and oaks, Calistoga Ranch, run by the company behind nearby Auberge du Soleil, is like a summer camp for pampered adults, with copper-trimmed cedar cabins serving as stylish bunkhouses. No cars are allowed on the 157-acre property, so guests including robed couples en route to the Bathhouse spa are escorted about in golf carts. Morning yoga takes place in the wine cave, and after a soak in a mineral pool, guests keep warm under handwoven chenille throws in front of outdoor fireplaces. Staff will pour you an in-room tubful of the restorative mud that has been drawing wellness seekers to the area for 150 years. If you are feeling squeamish, try the 90-minute Cabernet Classic, a grapeseed scrub and grapeseed-oil massage that makes creative use of the Valley's most famous crop." -From Travel + Leisure
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Beneath a lotus pool floating above treetops and Bali's sacred Ayung River, discover a few dozen enormous suites and private villas nestled in the jungle. Spa magic with the secrets of the East. Eclectic dining at the breathtaking valley's edge. Experience the diversity of Bali by pairing your visit with a stay at Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay, with far-reaching ocean views.
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Travel + Leisure says...\"Set in Bali's dazzling green central highlands among 18 acres of gardens, this property's Star Wars-esque architecture seemsawell, rather alien at first. Once the shock of the incongruously mod elliptical white lobby building wears off, though, all is forgiven. The resort's 42 freestanding villas, which overlook the tranquil Ayung River, organic vegetable gardens, lotus ponds, and small rice paddies, are harmonious with the surrounding nature. Each villa has a private terrace for soaking up the scenery, along with a plunge pool and a lounging pavilion; inside, each is lavishly appointed with teakwood cabinets and floors and hand-loomed Sulawesi silk upholstery. The resort's three spa villas, nestled among terraced hillside greenery, are staffed with the best therapists in Ubud. The spa menu includes a menu of wraps, rubs, and herbal scrubsabut the real don't-miss treatment is the Suci Dhara Ayurvedic treatmentawhich includes a relaxing scalp massage followed by a hypnotic warm-oil drip to open your third eye.\" -From Travel + Leisure
Conde Nast Traveler says..."A dramatic teak bridge over a gorge leads to the main building, which suggests a cylindrical treehouse. "With surprises like a small temple, exploring this property is an adventure." Balinese-inspired villas have plunge pools, and outdoor living rooms provide the experience of "being in the jungle." Jati Bar has a 180-degree view of the Ayung River Valley. The spa menu lists spice baths and herbal body scrubs. " -From Conde Nast Traveler
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Amidst larger-than-life spectacle, feel the exhilaration of elite entertainment and duty-free designer shopping. Then hide away in the Cotai Strips most intimate hotel. Lavish chinoiserie blends old-world European opulence with high-tech chic. Cuisine reflects Macaus Portuguese and Chinese heritage. And spa suites tempt with outdoor vitality pools. Thoughtful Four Seasons care promises you unrivalled comfort.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."Just as it did in Las Vegas, the Four Seasons has opted out of having its own casino in this, the world's most popular emergent gaming capital, although high rollers do have direct access to gaming tables at the Venetian Macao and Plaza Casino next door. There are five swimming pools in the tropical grounds, surrounded by daybeds and cabaAas with televisions, surely designed to help broaden Macau's appeal to families and non-gambling sun-seekers. Gourmands will appreciate the authentic Portuguese and Macanese cuisine on offer at the generous lunch and dinner buffets at the BelcanAo restaurant. All the spacious bedrooms have state-of-the-art workstations and WiFi access and, whether you are here for work or pleasure, it's worth paying the small daily tariff to access the top-floor executive lounge with its meeting spaces, private offices, breakfasts and sunset cocktails. In the spa, where smiling attendants stand ready outside the steam room with ice-cold Fiji water and enveloping towels, therapists perform a tightly edited menu of targeted treatments for aching muscles and jet lag, as well as traditional Chinese healing.
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Hayman is a magnificent private island resort, nestled amid a lush tropical paradise in the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef. Beautifully appointed rooms, suites, penthouses and a villa overlook gardens, pools, ponds, beach and the Coral Sea. Hayman offers privacy, tranquility, natural beauty, adventure, luxury, international dining and exciting resort and reef activities. To arrive at Hayman, airline travel can be ticketed to destination Hayman (Airport Code: HIS). Alternatively, travel can be booked to Hamilton Island (Airport Code: HTI) and transfers to Hayman can be purchased separately with the resort - rate is AU$205 per adult each way including refreshments.
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Travel + Leisure says..."Hayman is one of the reef's big resorts, with 234 guest rooms, 500 employees, acres of marble flooring, and five dining venues. The once-before-I-die icon has been accepting paying guests since 1935. Back then, the clientele was largely fishermen, and the accommodations were basic cabins. The next year, the American novelist Zane Grey filmed White Death on the island. Capitalizing on a sensational crescent of vanilla-sand beach, a luxury resort soon replaced the cabins and flourished for two decades before a 1970 cyclone. After the resort reopened six months later, 650,000 trees and shrubs were introduced to the island; of the 1,000 palms, 22 form a glamorous avenue. Rooms fronting the seven-times-Olympic-size swimming poolaso gigantic it loses 1,500 gallons of water in evaporation and runoff per dayahave terraces that jut into the water, so you can jump right in from your bed. Are the pools a little splashy? Yes. Are they fun? Absolutely." -From Travel + Leisure
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