The Big Island Hawaii: The Fairmont Orchid

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First up in our LUX Destination spotlight is The Fairmont Orchid. It is located on the Kohala Coast, north of Kona, in the resort area of Mauna Lani. Sitting on 32 acres of beach and black lava, this Hawaiian hotel is complete with a swimmable lagoon and breath-taking views. The feeling one gets upon arrival at The Fairmont Orchid is one of anticipation, when seeing its grand elegance for the first time. Expect to be escorted from your car with a lei greeting of Kukui Nuts, which symbolize enlightenment, protection, and peace. These 3 values are exemplified through the elevated level of service one receives at The Fairmont Orchid.

The Fairmont Gold Floor is something unique to The Orchid, as only a limited number of Fairmont properties throughout the world offer this level of service. The Gold Floor takes the already exceptional service of The Fairmont to an elevated level. At The Orchid, Gold Floor guests check in at a private reception on the 6th floor where 45 rooms and suites are reserved only for Fairmont Gold guests. Many of the guestrooms have sweeping views of either the ocean or beautiful Fairmont grounds.

The most appealing thing about the Gold Floor at The Orchid is the dedicated Gold Floor staff that can assist you with any need and the complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon happy hour that’s offered daily. Being able to relax in an oversized chair in the Gold Lounge or outside on the private Gold Lounge lanai (patio), while enjoying a cocktail or working on one’s laptop, is a luxury any traveler can enjoy. Fairmont Gold guests also have access to free wi-fi.

LUX Destination: The Big Island of Hawaii

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Welcome to The Big Island of Hawaii. The Big Island is the largest island in the Hawaiian chain at 4,038 sq. miles and has the most diversity in not only climate and terrain, but in activities it offers as well.

Over the next several days we will reveal our experiences at the best hotels and resorts on The Big Island of Hawaii, specifically on the Kona side of the island – the “Golden Coast.” We will also share the top activities and adventures you won’t want to miss upon your next visit!

Ames Boston – Historic, Yet Modern Luxury Hotel

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Ames is located in located in Boston in the beautiful and unique Ames building. The building is coupled with both historic and modern style. It is conveniently located close to the airport and near historic Faneuil Hall and Beacon Hill. Ames Boston has 114 rooms, with a vibrant restaurant, and bar.

Rooms at Ames provide a contrast of history and modernism. The luxury guest rooms are designed with both comfort and style in mind. From standard rooms to one bedroom all are designed in a unique way that provides comfort and luxury to all guests. Guest rooms at the hotel feature walk-in glass showers with rain showerhead or large soaking tubs, flat screen HDTV, Mini Bar, iPod Docking Station, & Wireless internet. Also special to this hotel is that they offer in-room spa services to guests.

Breathtaking Views in Singapore at Marina Bay Sands Hotel

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The Hotel at Marina Bay Sands is located in Singapore offering remarkable views of the city skyline and the peaceful sea. The hotel offers several types of rooms including Atrium Rooms, Horizon Rooms, Orchid Suite, and more.

The rooms offer easy access to shops, casino, entertainments, dining, and the Sands Sky Park when it is complete. The Horizon rooms, which feature the best views, are located on near the top of the 55-story hotel.

The Club at Marina Bay Sands room once open will offer guests access to the most unique and luxurious club found in any hotel. Guest rooms offer outstanding services such as in-room media, in-room dining available 24 hours a day, daily turndown service, access to The Club at Marina Bay Club, and access to The Club at Marina Bay Sands.

Toronto’s Trendy Thompson Hotel

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Thompson Hotel in Toronto is located in the trendy area of Central King West. This area is known for its art and design, as well as the boutiques, galleries and restaurants. The luxurious 102 guest rooms are beautifully designed by Studio Gaia and feature floor-to-ceiling windows with extensive views of the city.

The luxury hotel includes a heated rooftop infinity pool, a private rooftop bar and event space with great views of Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario. The hotel also includes a theatre with 40 over sized seats and writing tables, ideal room for seminars and presentations.

Other hotel amenities include has 24-hour concierge and room service, daily delivery of domestic and international newspapers, and twice daily housekeeping service. The event room has the latest technology and business needs, yet is still stylish enough to arrange weddings and receptions.

Concierge.com Rates World’s Sexiest Hotel Staffs

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Concierge.com has chosen the top 8 hotels that have the world’s sexiest staff. So if you are interested in more than just the scenery overlooking your hotel you may be interested in viewing the list! Hotels on the list include:

  • The Standard, New York City
  • Mondrian Los Angeles, California
  • The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, Miami, Florida
  • Paia Inn, Paia, Maui, Hawaii
  • Faena Hotel + Universe, Buenos
    Aires, Argentina
  • The Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Lukula Selous, Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania

View Concierge.com world’s sexiest staff

Sneak Peek at Las Vegas Cosmopolitan Resort

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The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas is set to open at the end of this year in December. Included are sneak peek photos of the guest rooms, which are now available to reserve on The Cosmopolitan’s website.

The 2,995-room resort will feature oversized residential style living space with expansive one-of-a-kind private terraces and spectacular designs by acclaimed interior architects David Rockwell, Jeffrey Beers, Adam D.Tihany and the Friedmutter Group.

The two 50-story towers will be comprised of oversized hotel rooms ranging in size from 730 square feet to over 5,400 square feet. Also available are ten three-story bungalow-style suites adjacent to the west pool deck. According to resort many of the rooms feature expansive terraces overlooking the heart of the Strip.

Lake Austin Spa Resort – Named Number One Spa Resort in North America

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Lake Austin is a Spa Resort located on 19 lakefront acres in Central Texas. It has been designed with wonderful facilities, programs, cuisine and best of all great spa treatments. Lake Austin has been named the #1 Destination Spa in North America by Conde Nast Traveler.

At Lake Austin Spa Resort there are four different types of guestrooms available including Signature room that is perfect for family with two queen-size beds, sunlit bathroom spacious closets and remote controlled ceiling fans. Premier Garden Cabin is a romantic cabin with two queen or one king size bed. Some cabins even include whirlpool bathtub, fireplace, a private garden and outdoor private hot tub. Premier Lakeview Room offers two full size beds or one king-size bed. This beautiful room offers breath taking views of the Lake Austin. Premier Garden room includes one queen bed and a peaceful private place with a private garden located behind the room.

Andaz 5th Avenue – Now Open in New York City

Now open at 5th Ave & 41st St is New York City’s newest hotel, Andaz 5th Avenue. The 184-room hotel is inspired by New York City. Your New York Experience starts as soon as you open the bronze-colored doors on 41st Street and are greeted by an Andaz host.

The New York loft-style guestrooms are meant to complement the hotel’s unique design elements reminiscent of pre-war New York apartments. The rooms have 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows with views of 5th Avenue and the New York Public Library. Rooms include travertine marble bathrooms and porcelain footbaths. Most of the 36 suites offer private balconies or landscaped terraces. The Andaz XL Two-Bedroom Terrace Suite is 1,779 square feet and has a landscaped terrace with views of both the Hudson River and the East River.

Traveling on business? The hotel has complimentary wireless Internet! (There is nothing worse than staying in a beautiful luxury hotel to then find out how expensive and complicated it is to use the internet.) Another special and unique touch at the hotel is their complimentary mini bar with non-alcoholic beverages and snacks in each room.

Relax at Los Cabos Mexico Luxury Resort, One&Only Palmilla

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One&Only Palmilla Resort is located in Los Cabos Mexico. It offers three types of elegant and spacious guest rooms including Ocean Front, Beach Front and Villa Cortez. The 172 guestrooms have a patio or balcony that allow breath-taking views. All guestrooms offer ocean or beachfront views from a private veranda that has a day bed and a personal telescope where guests can enjoy the views of grey whales in the day or stars by night. Amenities for the hotel include a personal butler is at service 24 hours a day, welcome tequila beverage, fresh fruit delivered daily, maid service available two times daily and aromatherapy turndown menu. All rooms include a Flat-screen TV and DVD player, Bose surround sound system, telescope for whale watching and star gazing, safe deposit box and high speed Wi-Fi internet access.

One of the hotel’s prized possessions is its Villa Cortez, a traditional hacienda with decorated interiors and stone patterned floors. The unit has four bedrooms, 12-person private screening theater, infinity-edge pool and whirlpool, full exterior and interior kitchen facilities, outdoor fire pits, full gym, and several other amenities.