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Located In One Of The Most Spectacular Natural Settings On Earth Enchantment Resort Is The Premier Destination Resort In Northern Arizona.
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Travel + Leisure says..."This Southwestern-style property inside a stunning red-rock canyon offers an extraordinary range of activities (pottery classes, Native American culture seminars) plus Mii Amo, one of the country's best spas. Insider Tip: Enjoy a detoxifying red clay-and-cocoa wrap at Mii Amo spa." -From Travel + LeisureConde Nast Traveler says..."Dozens of low-profile adobe-style casitas make up this resort with "panoramic views of the Red Rocks and pine forests. Staff deliver fresh orange juice and a newspaper every morning. A central clubhouse has two restaurants, a game room, and a gift shop with items made by local artisans. At Yavapai, signature dishes include cast-iron-skillet roasted scallops with heirloom bean succotash." -From Conde Nast Traveler
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Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. Spacious Lanna-style pavilions overlook terraced rice fields and the mountains in the beautiful Mae Rim Valley, minutes from the artistic and cultural heritage of Thailand's northern capital. From the Thai cooking school to the acclaimed spa and flawless service, a signature Four Seasons experience. Sample the diversity of Thailand by pairing your visit with a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, an urban oasis in the capital.
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Travel + Leisure says..."Just outside Chiang Mai proper, with 12 newly opened poolside villas, plus pavilions that look onto rice paddies, the hotel's resident water buffalo, and the Mae Rim Valley. " -From Travel + LeisureConde Nast Traveler says..."This 20-acre resort set above rice terraces is "absolutely gorgeous." Accommodations replicate a Lanna village, and most have paddy views and "a sala to watch the water buffalo being fed and groomed." Gardeners make certain "each flower is properly positioned." "Nothing is too much trouble for staff if it makes your stay more pleasant." Sip a mango sticky-rice daiquiri at Ratree Bar. " -From Conde Nast Traveler
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Famous for making guests feel at home away from home, Rome's most distinguished address is set atop the Spanish Steps, within walking distance of the Villa Borghese park, Via Veneto, Via Condotti, and the most fashionable boutiques. With its centennial tradition, the hotel is owned and managed by Roberto E. Wirth, fifth generation of a famous dynasty of Swiss hoteliers.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."An 1893 institution on the Spanish Steps, "it's by far the best location in Rome." Individually designed rooms are filled with art, antiques, Venetian lamps, Limoges porcelain, and trompe l'oeil paintings. In spring 2010, one wing was updated with new decor and larger closets. Imago's panorama of the Eternal City accompanies inventive dishes such as cuttlefish on a "potato cloud." -From Conde Nast TravelerTravel + Leisure says...Grace Kelly honeymooned at this turn-of-the-century palace at the top of the Spanish Steps, and it's still the hotel of choice for many of today's celebs and stylish tastemakers in search of old-world elegance (Gwyneth, TomKat, and Victoria Beckham are all regulars). Renowned for its personalized service, the Hassler is a family affairaa place where guest relations are taken very seriously. The 95 stately rooms are a checklist of classic good taste, with elaborate moldings, gilded furniture, French silks, 16th-century antiques, Limoges porcelain, playful frescoes, and marble, marble, marble, plus mod cons like flat-screen TV's. Imgo, its modern Italian restaurant, has heart-stopping views of St. Peter's Basilica and Rome's terracotta-tiled roofs. And the concierges can accommodate just about any request, including mapping out routes through the Villa Borghese gardens, near the hotel." -From Travel + Leisure
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1) An authentic palace dating back to the 18th century. 2) Over two and a half centuries ago, Maharana Jagat Singh II built a fairytale pleasure of white marble, glistening afloat the calm waters of Lake Pichola. His legacy, the Taj Lake Palace, is considered to be one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Voted as one of the most romantic hotels floating in the middle of Lake Pichola where guests arrive at the hotel on a boat. 3) Another re-creation from the royal past is the exclusive palace butler service. Private butlers can assist you with competent professional advice on anything ranging from a historical introduction to the monuments, selection of cuisines to customized spa treatments. 4) The royal butlers can arrange a variety of specialised dining experiences at many romantic settings: Lily Pond for cocktail and sit-down dinner, Dinner on the Royal Barge or pontoon floating amidst the lake, Romantic Dinner on various terraces of the hotel overlooking the lake.
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Conde Nast Traveler says..."Flower petals rain down on you as you enter this former royal palace, "a marvel of marble atop a man-made island in Lake Pichola. Accommodations "vary in size and style aGrand Royal Suites come with carved Rajasthani moldings and miniature paintings. Dinners at Jharokha feature views of City Palace and the lake and "great non-Indian dishes." "The service is extraordinaryastaff even polish your apple!" -From Conde Nast TravelerTravel + Leisure says..."263-year-old white marble palace that rises from a rock foundation on its own island in Lake Pichola." -From Travel + Leisure
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Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, is a city of majestic palaces and beautiful lakes. Here, adorning the banks of Lake Pichola and standing witness to the historic City Palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal era.
Conceived as a traditional Indian palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas showcases the rich heritage of the Mewar region of Rajasthan with its rambling courtyards, gentle rippling fountains, reflecting pools and verdant gardens. Grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan present a picture of majesty resplendent with pavilions and domes that lead you to a journey of discovery. Interiors embellished with decorative domes, hand painted frescoes, intricate mirror work and beautifully crafted artefacts create an ambience of regal splendour.
An enchanting boat ride across Lake Pichola transports you to the ceremonial welcome that awaits you at resort. Rooms with terraces that open on to semi-private swimming pools present exquisite views and are a unique feature of Udaivilas. Magnificently decorated suites with private swimming pools and outdoor dining pavilions are exclusive retreats.
Fine international cuisine, authentic flavours of Rajasthan or a quiet drink are all presented with views of the City Palace and Lake Pichola.
The luxurious spa with its own swimming pool overlooks the lake and is a haven of serenity. Trained therapists pamper body and soul with rejuvenating treatments. The resort also offers the opportunity to undertake private Yoga, meditations and Pranayam sessions with the resident Yoga teacher or explore the city steeped in the romance of the oldest living dynasty in the world.
At The Oberoi Udaivilas, the magnificent setting combines with royal service to make your holiday a journey into the romance and grandeur of another century. This resort offers an experience created exclusively for those who know there is nothing like too much luxury
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Travel + Leisure says..."Picture your arrival: you're met at the airport by a car and driver, guided onto a private boat, then ferried across Lake Picholaapast Udaipur's domed lakefront palacesainto the gardens and fountains of the Udaivilas estate. You're led to your suite, tempered with earth tones. From your window, Udaipur, the city of lakes, carved into the desert landscape by Mewari royals in the 16th century, sparkles in the sun. When sensory overload subsides, wind your way through sprawling courtyards to a traditional Kashmiri gondola, where champagne and canapAs for two await. Come back to the 30-acre lakeside property another time to receive traditional Meenakari jewelry boxes lined with deep-red velvet and adorned with enamel flowers, departure gifts given to repeat visitors." -From Travel + LeisureConde Nast Traveler says..."This "country palace on the banks of Lake Pichola is adjacent to a wildlife sanctuary with wild boar and peacocks. Design elements range from a courtyard with black granite and white marble, to a lobby with a gold-leafed central dome, to reflecting pools and fountains. "The level of service is spectacular." Rooms have private walled courtyards and Victorian bathtubs and are decorated in "appealing Indian style." Dine under the stars at Chandni. " -From Conde Nast Traveler
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