Win an Exclusive Getaway in one of Marbella’s best retreats

TRAVEL lovers of Instagram, Youtube, and Facebook have the chance to win an exceptional two-night break at the stunning Jazmines & Moras Boutique Hotel in #Marbella, by entering a social media contest showcasing the luxury of experiencing nature.

The nature-inspired contest is accepting entries from 21st  December to 22nd February 2019 and is open to all travel lovers and bloggers who love sharing content on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. The six winners will be selected based on their entries and experiences of capturing the luxury of hotels and the enjoyment of travelling. The sights, scents, tastes and feels of the environment, anywhere in the world.

This gives an opportunity for all kinds of travel lovers to be creative with their social sharing. The most creative presentation on different social media will have the best chance to win this contest.

Travel bloggers and aspiring influencers who want to win the two-nights luxury accommodation at the Jazmines & Moras boutique hotel will mention @jazminesymoras on their story, post their photo and text entry along with the hashtag #iwantmymarbellaexperience, then simply register their name, email and social media profile at www.jazminesymoras.com



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Debut in one of the UK's largest cities

HOTEL Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station has opened its doors to guests, marking the brand’s debut in one of the UK’s largest cities.

Famous for its cotton mills and its role in the industrial revolution, #Manchester is a vibrant city that is rapidly expanding and regenerating, complementing its historical setting.

The boutique hotel is located at the gateway to the Northern Quarter, Manchester’s creative heart, and is adjacent to Exchange Square, the city’s shopping district.

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Africa's Best New Hotel

LITTLE Machaba Camp has been voted Africa’s Best New Hotel , the winners of the Boutique Hotel Awards 2018 were announced on 8 November 2018 at a prestigious ceremony at the Merchant Taylors’ Hall, London, which brought together an array of boutique hotel owners, travel and lifestyle press and travel industry influencers from all four corners of the globe.

Little Machaba is an intimate camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta with just 4 spacious safari tents overlooking the Khwai River and plains beyond which are frequented by elephants. Little Machaba is ideal for romantic travellers, honeymoon couples, or those who prefer a more private safari experience.


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For the Chosen Few

A year after devastating Hurricane Irma nearly destroyed Anguilla, the island is set to open for the season, bigger and better than ever. The Caribbean's newest Relais & Châteaux property, the ultra-luxury boutique hotel—QUINTESSENCE, is set to open on November 5, 2018.

Q Hotel Anguilla displays luxury and elegance with nine stunning suites, all accommodations with French châteaux comfort. Ten years to build, owner and famed trial lawyer Geoffrey Fieger, spared nothing to create a timeless, world-class tropical mansion. From the Versailles floor pattern, to the vaulted cedar wood ceilings, to the largest art collection in the #Caribbean, every spacious room is filled with comfort and elegance to create an extraordinary lush tropical experience, inside and out.

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Gloriously Green

ONE of the first things people remark on when they visit Glen Avon Lodge Boutique Hotel in Cape Town’s famous Constantia Valley is often its greenery. Usually they are referring to its magnificent rose-filled gardens – but whilst a lot of love and care goes into the grounds, they are not what this 5-star boutique hotel is most proud of. What the Stringer family and the team at Glen Avon is most proud of is their top rating for other green credentials! 

General Manager Hans Heuer and his team were delighted with its most recent accolade as a “Green Champion with Distinction”, scoring 88% overall for Sustainable Tourism Management. This recognition as a CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE PROPERTY was awarded by Green Tourism Active which is a non-profit, global sustainability assessment & certification company that is recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and is also a member of the UN World Tourism Organization.

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Joining the ranks

CALALA Island, a privately-owned Nicaraguan oasis in the Caribbean Sea, has joined the ranks of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), the trusted and definitive collection of luxury boutique hotels worldwide.

Opened as a luxury resort in 2017, Calala Island has received numerous awards and is cited as one of the most exclusive private islands in the world, offering guests an island hideaway experience in an undiscovered part of the world with just four suites on the entire island - a feature that undoubtedly factored in during SLH's decision-making process to welcome the unique resort into its exclusive fold.


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Hotel Indigo Auckland to open in 2021

AUCKLAND will welcome New Zealand’s first Hotel Indigo to the neighbourhood in 2021, with IHG signing an agreement with Ninety Four Feet, an Australasian property development, investment, and construction company, to open Hotel Indigo #Auckland. 

Uniquely, no two Hotel Indigo properties are the same, with each drawing on the story of its local area to inspire every aspect of the hotel to help guests feel part of the destination. The “City of Sails” will set the backdrop for this boutique hotel, drawing inspiration from local artists for its design, service, amenities, food and beverages.
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Happy to have you . . .

THE Old Stocks Inn in Stow-on-the-Wold have been announced in The Caterer's 'Best Places to Work in Hospitality 2018'. The hotel have taken the 8th place in this year's, recognising them as one of the best in the industry.

The Old Stocks Inn operates within a 17th century coaching inn which lies in the heart of the stunning #Cotswolds National Park. The Inn consists of a bar and restaurant along with their 16-bedroom boutique hotel which has recently been refurbished to incredible standards.

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Official recognition for Villa Air Bali

THE Australian-based hotel meta-search company HotelsCombined has started an extensive survey covering different types of accommodations within #Indonesia. The survey is based on gathering data from millions of guest reviews, and translating them to an official Recognition of Excellence.

 

Villa Air Bali boasts a high satisfaction rating among guests and travel industry experts, receiving 296 reviews for an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10 - Villa Air Boutique Resort & Spa is a privately owned boutique resort situated in the heart of Bali’s fashionable Seminyak area.

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Italian Idyll

LOCATED on the small island of Procida in #Italy, opened in 2011 from the conservative renovation of a 18th century historical palace, La Suite Boutique Hotel is a place where tranquility and design are combined to make the guests’ stay an authentic experience. 

The Black Pool has been made out of an ancient basin that collected the rainwater used once to water the garden. The special design, which combines with the surrounding nature, inspires an endless relaxation.Surrounded by huge Indonesian beds and white beach umbrellas among the palm trees of the garden just sit back and relax.

LaSuite Boutique Hotel is opening on May 1st, 2018 for the coming summer season.

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Greek boutique

THE Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa is now the first officially certified “Boutique Hotel” in #Greece, based on the demanding standards of the “Boutique Hotel” classification inaugurated by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. 

The designation as a “Boutique Hotel” was preceded by the recognition of the special architectural and decorative design concept of Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa by a Special Group of Advisors of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels, and the validation of the upgraded services that the hotel offers to its guests by an authorized inspection & control third-party body.

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Ultimate Winery Experiences

ULTIMATE Winery Experiences #Australia is thrilled to announce the inclusion of two new members to the collection – Jackalope at Willow Creek Vineyard, on the Mornington Peninsula and Mandoon Estate, located in the Swan Valley. Both properties offer luxury boutique accommodation, further enhancing UWEA’s suite of experiences. 

Luxury boutique hotel, Jackalope, opened in April 2017 to widespread excitement and acclaim, immediately earning one of Australian tourism’s most revered accolades – Australia’s Hotel of the Year at the annual Gourmet Traveller Australian Hotel Guide Awards.

Mandoon Estate is the first Swan Valley winery in the UWEA collection. Western Australia’s beautiful Swan Valley is a favourite of Perth locals, situated just over 25km from Perth CBD.

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Ananay Hotel Group to open new boutique hotel in Arequipa in 2018

LUXURY hotel group Ananay will be opening its fifth property in Peru in 2018 – a new boutique hotel called Palacio La Merced – built in a stunning historical building in Arequipa. The hotel will have 41 rooms and will also feature one of the most important colonial art collections in the city belonging to one of the owners of the hotel. The hotel will be strategically located near the white city’s Plaza Mayor and main tourist attractions and historical sites. 

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Golden era of air travel to make a revival at Sydney Airport

FELIX Hotel by 8Hotels, is about to turn Sydney airport accommodation upside down. From the moment you walk in and make your way to the Penthouse for check in you know you are somewhere unique. This brand new 150 bedroom boutique hotel is helping to relive the golden era of air travel. It has been designed to capture a modern urban aesthetic, with a 1960s twist. 

Launching in early 2018, Felix Hotel is located within a 2-minute drive from Sydney Domestic Airport and 10 minutes’ drive from the international terminal. 

Designed with the digital nomad in mind, the hotel has self-check in kiosks and a 24hr food shop, with locally sourced gourmet food and drink options that can be charged back to your room with the swipe of your key. The high flying theme runs throughout the hotel from room types; first class, business, premium economy and economy, through to conference rooms, Boeing and Airbus. Guests will enjoy the step back in time, with all the conveniences of the most modern of hotel, with a hip inner-city vibe at an affordable price.

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Pop open the bubbly

PROBABLY Johannesburg’s best kept secret, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa is an exclusive cocoon of pure indulgence just a stone’s throw from Sandton’s hub of trendy shops and restaurants. Now there is even more reason to linger longer before or after your safari - with the addition of its exclusive new champagne bar, MUSE.

Inspired by nature, with striking colours of emerald green and rose gold – MUSE seamlessly combines the vintage feel of Perrier-Jouët’s Belle Epoque design elements with contemporary decor. MUSE also offers a beautiful outdoor Courtyard to relax and enjoy your bubbles beneath the stars.

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The Big Blue

A series of unique natural habitat guest experiences that blend the spirit of sustainability with a stylish stay has been announced by Cantaloupe Hotels Group at each of its two boutique hotels in Galle, on Sri Lanka’s stunning south coast. 

Cantaloupe Aqua, which opened in Talpe in 2013, features 15 contemporary rooms overlooking the beach, while Cantaloupe Levels, opened shortly afterwards, faces Galle Bay in Rumassala, looking out over the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort with short-walk access to Jungle Beach near the iconic Peace Pagoda.

The two hip hideaways have combined to offer ‘Big Blue’ experiences, taking guests out into the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and to the heart of one of the most ideal breeding grounds for marine animals in the world. With nothing but an expanse of ocean separating #SriLanka from Antarctica, the waters off the island’s south coast are home to a breath-taking array of marine mammals, including dolphins, sperm whales, pilot whales and blue whales. And with the breeding ground for a 200-strong pod of blue whales lying just six miles offshore, there are few better places to see the largest animal ever to inhabit the Earth in its natural environment.

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Getaways just for grownups

CHILDFREE boltholes for guaranteed pool peace and toddler tantrum-free dining. Prestige Holidays has hand-picked some adults-only properties that are ideal for those seeking a peaceful peak summer child-free getaway this August.

Tenerife  - This small rural hotel is in a glorious location central to Tenerife’s Mount Teide walking routes. Just 15 miles from the famous 5000ft peak, the hotel is set within a pine forest in the mountain village of Vilaflor, which is surrounded by four nature parks and has 11 walking trails to explore, with two straight from the hotel: the six mile 'Lunar landscape route' and the 12-mile 'Las Lajas Route'. While the 3.7 mile 'wine route' is ideal for lazy days. 

Packed with sporting opportunities, yet not a kids club in sight, Spa Villalba offers a range of fitness options including: yoga, personal training and a climbing wall. There's also a spa, with extensive treatments including wine therapy, an indoor/outdoor pool, Turkish bath and sauna. 

Departing Gatwick to Tenerife South with Monarch on 3rd August, the price is £648 per person including seven nights bed and breakfast accommodation, return flights and car hire.

Dalmatia, Croatia - One of the loveliest hotels in the central Dalmatia region, the new adults only, boutique style, Hotel Ola overlooks the Adriatic close to Trogir. Many aspects of this fabulous new property are five star including its gorgeous roof top infinity pool with fantastic views that can be enjoyed in blissful peace, the super a la carte restaurant and large sea view rooms.

Hotel Ola is just a five-minute taxi ride from Trogir, a UNESCO listed, walled old city that looks like a mini Dubrovnik. Trogir has an excellent choice of restaurants, bars and boutique shops with some superb galleries. 

Its medieval centre has an “Aladdin’s Cave” feel as narrow cobbled streets lead into tiny courtyards – not to be missed is the impressive St Lawrence Cathedral.
Seven nights departing 16th August cost just £1069 per person.

Paphos, Cyprus  - With Paphos the joint European Capital of Culture in 2017, this summer is the perfect time to experience the celebratory events taking place in the historic UNESCO listed city. 

Just 20-minutes from Paphos airport, The Asimina Hotel is a boutique style, all-suite hotel exclusively designed for adults only and situated on a delightful beach within its own private gardens. Thalassotherapy, Aromatherapy and a ‘couple’s suite’ in the Spa are just some of the facilities, which also include two outdoor freshwater inter-connected pools and one indoor pool – all perfect for peaceful dozing, plus a floodlit tennis court and gym. The luxurious Executive Suites even offer a private pool, a Jacuzzi bath and a private Cabana on the beach, ideal for a quiet read.

Departing London Stansted on 14th August with Ryanair to Paphos for £1418 per person.

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Hotel boom for St. Pete/Clearwater

ST. PETE/CLEARWATER on Florida’s Gulf Coast has responded to growing tourism demands by adding more luxury and boutique hotels to its 35-mile stretch of white sand beaches.

Opal Sands Resort and Treasure Island Beach Resort (opened in February and March this year) have kicked off the transformation of the area with four others already under construction. The developments will add over 2,000 new hotel rooms to the destination, visited by around 50,000 Brits every year.

With an average of 361 days of sunshine each year and a Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days of sunshine (768), St. Pete/Clearwater is far from the inland #Florida of theme parks and chain brands.

It has the largest collection of Dali artwork outside Spain – at The Dali Museum –independent restaurants, boutique stores, and a craft beer trail comprising 20 independent artisanal breweries.

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Mr & Mrs Smith reveals portfolio of luxury villas

BOUTIQUE hotel booking service #Mr&MrsSmith is expanding its range to include what it calls “seriously seductive” villas.

Launching with a selection of privately-owned #luxury properties, the initial collection features villas in Ibiza and Majorca. They can be viewed online at mrandmrssmith.com/luxury-villas.

The 100 homes range from a farmhouse in Ibiza to family beachside bolthole.

‘The hotels we work with have their own serviced luxury #villas,’ says James Lohan founder of Mr & Mrs Smith, ‘so we know our customers have an appetite for the flexibility and facilities they provide. We want to continue to offer the absolute best when it comes to stylish stays, so this new collection of independently-owned villas in Ibiza and Majorca, where we have such high demand, means we can find the perfect retreats for an even bigger pool of sun-seekers – be it a love-struck pair looking for total tranquillity or a family looking for room to be rowdy.’

A specialist Smith team of on-island consultants are on hand to support customers during their stay.

A seven-night stay in a Mr & Mrs Smith villa costs from £3,473.

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Simpson Travel launches first French collection

SIMPSON TRAVEL, an independent, luxury specialist villa and boutique hotel operator, has launched its first French programme, featuring a handpicked collection of #villas. 

Regions featured include the Loire, Dordogne, Vendee, Provence, and Cote D'Azur, and the properties range from a three-bedroom house in Mediterranean style gardens in the Var to traditional farmhouses, country retreats, and chateaux sleeping up to 20 guests.

The programme will operate slightly differently to other destinations within the Simpson Travel portfolio.  Firstly, properties will be offered on an accommodation- only basis, in recognition of the fact that many clients will be choosing to take ferries, or make independent arrangements either side of their villa holiday.  Secondly, rather than a Simpson Travel representative, Simpson clients in #France will be welcomed in by the owners, housekeepers, or concierges of the property, who will also be their point of contact should they need any help or advice during their holiday.

In the Cote d'Azur, highlights include Villa d'Agay, a seven-bedroom hilltop villa in the seaside village of Agay, an hour or so west of Cannes.

There are several chateaux featured across the South-West and Dordogne regions, including the 13th century Chateau de la Garinie on the borders of Aveyron and the Lot; the 18th century Le Petit Chateau in Aquitaine; and the Renaissance-style Chateau de la Malartrie.

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