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A member of the prestigious Small Chic Hotels group- this romantic hideaway is set amidst 600 acres lush tropical jungle. The resort features 2 beaches- spectacular views of the ocean and the famous twin Piton peaks. A pristine coral reef is just a short swim from the private beach. The resort is an ideal destination for romantics- honeymooners and all those who wish to *get away from it all*. To ensure the utmost in privacy- the rooms do not have telephones- televisions or radios. It is also great for the active traveller- there is a first class scuba operation- as well as mountain bike centre with 10 miles of exclusive trails- water sports and island excursions. There is a full service spa- 2 restaurants and bars- 2 boutiques and an art gallery. All 49 rooms *bungalows* are uniquely designed and decorated with original art. Voted one of the WORLDS TOP TEN MOST ROMANTIC RESORTS by A/E television. Voted one of *Caribbean Top Ten Small Hotels* by Readers of Conde Nast Traveller.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."A stay at this hillside resort on 600 acres "is too beautiful to put into words." Octagonal-shaped whitewashed cottages have wraparound wood balconies, while beach-level units are tucked behind coconut palms. "There are attendants for everything from towels to drinks to welcome you to your own little palapa of relaxation." Breakfast on accra-fish cake in the treetops at Treehouse Restaurant." -From Conde Nast TravelerTravel + Leisure says..."Years before “greena and “eco-consciousa became trendy travel buzzwords, Russian-Canadian architect Nick Troubetzkoy designed and built his dream resort: a series of 49 open-air rooms situated along a verdant tropical hillside above a semi-private volcanic sand beach. Within each nature-centric Sanctuary suiteasome with the fourth wall literally removedawarm trade winds obviate the need for air-conditioning and one look toward the panoramic Piton views will make it clear why flat-screen TVs were never installed. While you can sit back and observe the abundance of wildlife right from your room, be sure to take to the water; divers and snorkelers will be thrilled to discover that several of the island's top underwater sites can be found within a few fin kicks (or a short boat ride) from the water's edge. " -From Travel + Leisure
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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.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."This resort consists of a series of cottages overlooking the vine-studded valley. Large bathrooms have skylights and flat-screen TVs that can be watched from soaking tubsa it's such a guilty delight!" The Restaurant and Bistro & Bar serve cuisine that mines regional produce and has, unsurprisingly, "a remarkably long wine list." Since 2010, the terrace has heaters to enable dining under the stars even on chilly evenings. " -From Conde Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure says..."The first modern boutique resort to open in Napa Valleyait turns 25 years old in 2010ais 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 52 rooms continue the theme with terracotta-tiled 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 restaurantawhere chef Robert Curry serves seasonal, regionally sourced dishes like bacon-wrapped veal with foie gras ravioliastill packs in the foodies, as it has for a quarter-century." -From Travel + Leisure
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Located in the heart of the exciting Las Vegas strip, the Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue lake where fountains perform an aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Award-winning restaurants, gallery of fine art, exquisite gardens, shopping promenade, casino, and Cirque du Soleil? s breathtaking performance of "O" are designed to delight the senses. The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is open and no closures are schedule through April of 2010.
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Travel + Leisure says..."Mid-Strip extravaganza with a palatial 55,000-square-foot spa, 14 restaurants, botanical gardens, and dancing fountains." -From Travel + LeisureConde Nast Traveler says..."Expect giant choreographed fountains out front, and a conservatory and gardens filled with "beautiful colorful flower arrangements inside this Strip resort. Guest rooms are "warm and up-to-date with contemporary furnishings, Italian-marble bathrooms, and "a feeling of openness." More than a dozen dining options include Jasmine's, serving Cantonese, Szechwan, and Hunan. "Staff are attentive to every needafrom bellhop to room service." A night at the Petrossian Bar includes music from a Steinway grand and views of the casino from the velvet couches. " -From Conde Nast Traveler
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Travel + Leisure says..."A stay at Bernardus Lodge proves that Napa hotels don't have a monopoly on California's premier wine country. The romantic 57-suite Bernardus is ideally situated in a lush mountain valley between the Monterey peninsula and the Big Sur coast (about 160 miles south of Napa Valley) and close to the region's well-regarded wineries and celebrated golf links. The all-suite accommodations blend antiques and wood-beam ceilings with the requisite high-tech touches, plus plush beds, soaking tubs, and wood-burning fireplaces. The lodge's Marinus restaurant, with chef Cal Stamenov at the helm, has evolved into one of northern California's premier dining spots, serving California natural cuisine: dishes include Sonoma duck and grilled quail served with risotto, chanterelle, and foie gras sauce, and Carmel Bay prawns and shellfish bisque flavored with cilantro and jalapeAo, paired with prize-winning Marinus Estate Bordeaux-style wine from the lodge's own vineyard. There's plenty to keep you occupied in the immediate surroundings, from hikes and horseback riding in the nearby Santa Lucia mountains to tennis, croquet, or bocce on the lodge lawns, but who wants to leave your perch overlooking vineyards, rolling hills, and lavender blossoms?" -From Travel + Leisure
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Travel + Leisure says..."A stay at Bernardus Lodge proves that Napa hotels don't have a monopoly on California's premier wine country. The romantic 57-suite Bernardus is ideally situated in a lush mountain valley between the Monterey peninsula and the Big Sur coast (about 160 miles south of Napa Valley) and close to the region's well-regarded wineries and celebrated golf links. The all-suite accommodations blend antiques and wood-beam ceilings with the requisite high-tech touches, plus plush beds, soaking tubs, and wood-burning fireplaces. The lodge's Marinus restaurant, with chef Cal Stamenov at the helm, has evolved into one of northern California's premier dining spots, serving California natural cuisine: dishes include Sonoma duck and grilled quail served with risotto, chanterelle, and foie gras sauce, and Carmel Bay prawns and shellfish bisque flavored with cilantro and jalapeAo, paired with prize-winning Marinus Estate Bordeaux-style wine from the lodge's own vineyard. There's plenty to keep you occupied in the immediate surroundings, from hikes and horseback riding in the nearby Santa Lucia mountains to tennis, croquet, or bocce on the lodge lawns, but who wants to leave your perch overlooking vineyards, rolling hills, and lavender blossoms?" -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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