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Friday, March 30. 2007
 Hilton's hotel chains are still expanding to broaden travelers' choice of luxury accommodations. With its commitment to provide guests with an amicable warmth and comfort while they are away from home, Hilton Hotels Corporation is happy to give guests more reason to indulge and stay with its hotels as it will soon introduce Hilton Kauai Beach Hotel and Resort in September this year.
The Hilton Kauai Beach Hotel and Resort is known for its deluxe five story luxurious oceanfront resort, that is situated on Kauai's longest acres of landscaping for exploring and beach strolling. Now that extensive hotel upgrades are currently polishing, a grand transformation is expected at Hilton Kauai. The upgrades, which costs more than $10 million, give emphasis on latest marble travertine in all its room bathrooms, exterior building, pool area, landscaping, meeting spaces, and also in room corridors. Guest rooms upgrades were completed last March, while renovations in landscape and pool area are still ongoing. Also, the Beach Pool is also renovated for a pool slide at the cabanas and sand bottom water pool.
When Hilton Kauai finally opens this September, its patron guests will find the resort as a nice honeymoon spot, and vacation travelers will surely have a grand and excellent vacation experience ever at the said latest family of Hilton Hotels.
Sunday, March 25. 2007
 I'm sure everybody would like to spend their vacation in one of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' love nests, as well as experience the same romantic honeymoon vacation in one of Mexico's beautiful vacation destination. Well, if you are a showbiz gal and you want to have the perfect honeymoon spot for you and your beau, then Maroma resort and Spa is the place you'd like to try and indulge in.
Located in more than 20 acres of jungle reserve in Mexico, Maroma resort and Spa's exquisite white sand beach that overlooks the Caribbean Sea is basically what attracted Cruise and Holmes to stay in such a refined and luxurious resort. Courteous and well attentive staff will welcome you with a Maroma margarita cocktail and fresh towels as they show you to your excellent suite that overlooks the breathtaking sea. The said resort has more than 50 rooms including suites, that have large and sunken bathtub, airconditioning, hammock, terrace, and also other suite and room amenities. On the other hand, you may also want to try out the resort's Mayan Spa and health bar, which were said to be tried and enjoyed by Holmes and Cruise. Traditional massage treatments and steam baths are also available for guests' further relaxation. Moreover, Maroma has excellent facilities for leisure like tennis courts and exotic water activities like sport fishing, reef diving, kayaking, and on foot or bicycle jungle trekking.
When your stay at Maroma Resort and Spa finally comes to an end, you will definitely come out with the same luxury vacation experience that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes had.
Saturday, March 17. 2007
 If you will be planning for a week of fine European-style grand accommodation, a taste of superb wine and exquisite cuisines, plus a fine golf game experience, search no more a vacation destination because Chateau Elan is the perfect resort for you.
A 16th century look alike of a French Chateau, Chateau Elan is an excellent resort located in the foothills of north Georgia. The resort, which is surrounded by a lush vineyard, offers luxury resort accommodations perfect for family gatherings or for honeymoon purposes. The Chateau offers more than 200 suites and deluxe rooms that are furnished with French furnitures and designed with soothing pastel colors. Also, the said resort has a daily complimentary wine tasting and tours. The tour will present various videos of the resort's wine facility, bottle area, and cask room. However, the daily wine tasting event is strictly for guests who are 21 years old and above only.
The chateau does not only cater wine lovers; for guests who are golf-aficionados, the Chateau also has two championship 18-holes golf courses, known as the Woodland and Chateau golf courses. Golf players may also book in the resort's Golf Villas, that are set within the Chateau Course's 15th fairway.
Friday, February 23. 2007
Aside from being a popular tourist destination, Barbados was hailed by the United Nations of having one of the highest standards of living and literacy rates in the world. The island is located in the eastern part of the Caribbean Sea, western section of the Atlantic Ocean. Many tourists have a lot to look forward to in Barbados namely the jewelry stores, festivals, sightseeing tours, wildlife preserves, as well as a variety of nightlife selections. Activities such as golf, scuba diving, helicopter rides, as well as cave exploration are awaiting the more adventurous or outdoorsy types.
The Treasure Beach Hotel is situated on the exclusive west coast of Barbados in glorious, tropical gardens at the edge of a turquoise sea. The suites, dining room, and bar facilities are built in a horseshoe shape clustered around a freshwater swimming pool and small tropical gardens, creating an intimate environment. It is a privately-owned hotel with just 29 suites, but still ensures friendly and attentive service. All suites have an air-conditioned bedroom with ceiling fan, bathroom with hair dryer, tub and separate shower. There's a well stocked bar with fridge, toaster and kettle. The restaurant is a culinary delight, blending International and Caribbean cuisine.
Thursday, February 22. 2007
Trinidad and Tobago is a country in the southern Caribbean Sea composed of two main islands and other 21 smaller islands. Trinidad is larger and more populated that Tobago. Trinidad and Tobago were first settled at least 7,000 years ago, and had contact with Europe, particularly Spain, in the 1800s. Today, the country is known for producing petroleum, petrochemicals, and natural gas and as a favorite tourist destination in the Caribbean.
Trinidad has gorgeous, sandy beaches along the North Coast that provide the perfect atmosphere for seclusion, rest, and recreation. The northern interior has densely forested peaks excellent for hiking trails framed by canopies of lush, indigenous rain forest, while the low, predominantly agricultural plains of Central Trinidad strike a fascinating contrast. The East Coast is home to protected wetlands and miles of beach frontage lined by groves of coconut palms, known to locals as the 'Cocal'. The 'Industrial Capital' is a hilly, friendly base from which to explore the island's modern oil towns, picturesque fishing villages and calm, deserted beaches.
Tobago is the more serene and is home to the oldest protected rainforest in the Western Hemisphere. This strip of elongated land abounds with natural allure - palm-lined beaches, lush rain forests and pristine coral reefs teeming with rich marine life. The contrasts of rolling hills against wave-beaten shores create a stunning backdrop for the island's unequalled beauty. The South Coast (Windward) is lined with vibrant fishing villages, while the North Coast (Leeward) provides Tobago with some of its finest beaches.
Thursday, February 15. 2007
When I think about a trip to the Caribbean I have but one destination in mind, and that is Cuba. It's capital, Havana, is such a lovely city filled with colonial elegance. Cuba also has the best beaches in the Caribbean.
There are a lot of Spanish colonial architecture all over the City of Havana. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 1982 because it is one of the oldest settlements in the America’s and it is called the La Habana. There are many churches, museums, memorials, and street after street is graced with grand facades, boasting massive wooden doors, barred windows and narrow sidewalks. My favorite place to stay in Havana is the very popular but less expensive Hotel Nacional de Cuba. Room charges range from $120.00 to $210.00 per night. They have a spa and pool for the patron’s enjoyment.
There over 200 beaches in Cuba which are all perfect for basking in the sun, reading a good book under the shadow of an umbrella, or simply taking a catnap. They are equipped with all the right infrastructure to practice a variety of water sports such as sailing, Cuba scuba diving, Cuba sailing, aqua bikes, kayaking and water skiing, with gear provided by a number of nautical centers.
Monday, February 12. 2007
Cartagena, also known as Cartagena de Indias or La Heroica (The Heroic), is a large seaport on the north coast of Colombia. It was named after Cartagena, Spain when Don Pedro de Heredia founded it in 1533. Since then Cartagena continued to be an economic hub as well as a popular tourist destination.
Right after graduation, my football buddies and I went for a few day vacation in Cartagena. We stayed in the Sofitel Santa Clara Hotel which lies at the north end of the town. Access is controlled by a narrow barred gate where behind stands a hard-faced security guard and his German shepherd. The service and facilities are excellent and the rooms are very clean and pretty, old colonial meets modern traveler type. It was built in an old convent, which brings a very fancy, colonial, and incredibly luxurious ambiance. There are two modes of decor, one is the Republican era comprising the main hotel lobby, and the Colonial style sets the tone in the pool and room area.
Although very expensive, I should say the stay was all worth it. The restaurants have really good food, particularly the exquisite seafood dishes, and they have a wide variety of fruit juices. The breakfast is in buffet-style, and the chef will cook you an omelet to order and bring it to your table when it's ready. One of my favorite spot was the massage parlor, which charge very cheap for their soothing and all-relaxing massage perfect after walking for long hours to enjoy the beauty of the place.
Sunday, February 11. 2007
 Comprised by three islands namely the Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman, the Caymans were discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1503 and settled by the British in 1655. They still retain much of the British heritage as they are a British Crown Colony complete with a Royal Governor who represents Britain's monarch as Head of State. If you are arriving by cruise ship, there is a mini-bus tour that costs $20.
Five years ago I was fortunate to join my boss and a small team on a trip to the Cayman Islands. We stayed in the Discovery Point Club where the accommodation was world-class. It has all beachfront 1/2 bedroom condos and superior accommodation on the famous Seven Mile Beach. Plus full kitchen, living/dining room and a screened porch overlooking the beach. There are also the freshwater pool, jacuzzi, and two tennis courts.
For a more heavenly experience, I suggest you visit the Turtle Farm, which is a combination zoo/sanctuary/breeding farm for the endangered green sea turtle. Also check out the Conch House, a cottage with 2,000 of these pink shells and resembling a gingerbread house lost in the tropics. For truly tasty Caribbean dining, try grilled fresh-caught fish in a spicy Cayman Island gravy with rice and beans cooked in coconut milk.
Friday, February 2. 2007
I visited the Philippines twice. The first was in 2000 for a business trip with one of the clients of the company I worked for. The second time was late last year, but this time it was not for any business commitment or anything but for some leisure. My first glimpse of Palawan, the Philippines last frontier, I stood still with admiration as I boarded off a chartered jet from Manila. A tour guide took me to the resort where I was to stay for 3 nights.
Club Noah Isabelle was located in Apulit Island. The resort was the most perfect place for me to unwind. My first night was filled with enchanting memories of a place I only thought that I'd see in my dreams. The resort's accommodation was back-to-basics. No TV, no radio, no telephone, no Internet -- exactly what I needed. I stayed in a water cabaña, my very own private niche. It looks like a pretty small hut but it's a lot better in the inside. The cabaña is located right above the shore water which will allowed total relaxation and peace especially at night.
Apart from this one-of-a-kind five star accommodation, the resort had an array of activities for every kind of traveler. You can go snorkeling, scuba diving, water skiing or just simply swim its blue waters. They also offer delicious servings of fresh seafood and other gourmet dishes. But the best thing about my stay in Club Noah is the feeling of being one with nature.
Thursday, November 23. 2006
 Maravu Plantation Resort a four-star hotel that is located at the coast of the best beach in Fiji. Enjoy the personal and fast service that awaits you when you check-in in this hotel. With only twenty rooms, you can be sure that your every vacation whim will be attended to.
Specifically located in West Coast Road, Matei, Taveuni Island, Fiji, you can relax and enjoy the various luxurious facilities of the resort hotel. Aside from the private beach, you can also spend your time in the swimming pool or have a scrumptious meal at the restaurant.
The Maravu Plantation Resort can easily make reservations for you if you want to play golf or tennis. Experience new adventures with the hotel's deep sea fishing and first-class diving offers. Aside from these adventures, you can also try out horseback riding, mountain-biking, snorkeling and kayaking without paying a cent.
If you also want to view the local tourist attractions, Maravu Plantation Resort is all hands in giving you tours to the other islands, natural rainforests, and tropical waterfalls.
This is one of the best resort hotels in Fiji. If you want a peaceful, relaxing and adventurous holiday, check -in now and enjoy the splendors of this tropical island.
Sunday, November 12. 2006
 Looking for a way to spend your winter vacation? The Aloha Whistler Accommodations is a chain of ski resort villages located in British Columbia, Canada that is surely an ideal place for you and your family during this season. You may even take your future spouse for a honeymoon skiing experience.
There are several places you can choose to stay in. The Upper Village, which has two to three bedroom ski homes, is the perfect choice for those who want to spend their winter in peace. The Whistler Village, the center of the ski resort, hosts all the action, complete with shops, bars and restaurants. On the other hand, the Creekside Village is the classy area that offers breathtaking views and gondola services.
What more could you ask for in a ski resort other than these exciting selections?
Monday, October 30. 2006
 It's everybody's dream to have an island all to himself. This used to be possible only if you were a billionaire who was able to afford one (if there was any island being sold, that is).
There is an opportunity now to have an island all to yourself. The Guana Island in the British Virgin Islands can be rented out. This is a dream vacation spot because of the many surprises in this island and because of the many adventures one can have. Aside from the cottage accommodations in the island and the numerous white sand beaches, one can also enjoy the hiking and walking trails that could be a way for one to experience the beauty of the Guana Island.
The cottages here are completely furnished to provide comfort for travelers. One can entertain himself more with spa or gourmet dining, playing water sports or tennis in the two courts provided, or by just reading comfortably in the library in this island.
This place is really a haven for those who would want to spend their vacations in places that are far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Sunday, September 10. 2006
 This resort is not your ordinary resort. Located in the Southwest desert, far from the maddening crowd, the Canyon Ranch Resort is a blend of the old west with the modern world. As much a spa as it is a resort, the Canyon Ranch Resort is a place not just to take a vacation, but a place to recharge and rejuvenate your body and soul.
Featuring many therapeutic sessions for the heart and soul, the Canyon Ranch Resort is not just a place to rest, but a venue to cleanse the soul and enhance your life. There are many activities available to help you relax and enjoy like golf, swimming and many outdoor activities.
A stay at the Canyon Ranch Resort is definitely worth the trip.
Monday, August 28. 2006
Taiwan is perhaps the last place where you'd expect a log cabin to be built, but in Kentington Resort, in the Ping-Tung Hsien, that's exactly what you'll see there. More than 300 wooden log cabins, each with air-conditioning and a telephone line are all available for guests to stay in.
The resort is built on over 40 hectares in a beautiful and lush green valley within the Kenting National Park. The park offers a wide range of activities for guests to enjoy, ranging from tennis to fishing. In addition, visitors can also spend the day by the lake, or enjoy the daily live entertainment offered by the resort staff.
The Kentington Resort is an excellent hideaway for the traveler who wants to get away from the busy cities of Taiwan.
Sunday, August 27. 2006
This mountain resort, located in Karuizawa, Japan, is a popular summer destination when the heat gets too much in the city. The Kita-Karuizawa Hills Hotel is a place full of breathtaking views of the Japanese countryside, and also offers guests a relaxing walk along a trail in the Asama Ohtaki area.
Boating, a game room and a restaurant are available on-site, as well as a grocery store and a playground area for the little ones. For those craving a more sporting physical activity, cross-country skiing, tennis and fishing facilities are all nearby. Or if you're the more adventurous type, you can rent a car and avail yourself of the latest models available. Whatever you crave, be it privacy or outdoor futhe Kita-Karuizawa Hills Hotel can surely cater to your needs.
Saturday, August 26. 2006
Located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, the Barratt Dalfaber Golf and Country Club is set in acres of woodland and near the banks of the River Spey. With the dramatic backdrop of the Cairngorms, the resort's 9-hole golf course may not be a full one, but you'll be too busy having your breath taken away by the mysterious beauty of the surrounding areas to notice.
Other resort facilities include an indoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, badminton and a gymnasium. Selected units have a cozy fireplace to snuggle up during the cold nights, and there are plenty of them here.
For the skeptic (or believer) in you, the famous Loch Ness is nearby, daring you to test its waters and confirm for yourself if there really is something out there. The all-year slopes of Aviemore are close by, for those who prefer skiing to monster-hunting.
Sunday, August 20. 2006
Looking for the perfect place to bask in the sun? Or take a swim? Maybe go sailing or fishing? in north Carolina, there's only one place to go: Peppertree Atlantic Beach.
The oldest of the five resort towns along the Bogue Banks, Peppertree Atlantic Beach offers distinctive octagon-shaped cotteges that feature air conditioning, a full kitchen and a dish washer. On-site facilities include a laundry service, pools and a tennis court.
If you're ever in the North Carolina area, check out Peppertree Atlantic Beach. You won't be sorry.
Friday, August 18. 2006
The Holiday Club Kelorinne in Salla, Finland is one of the more unique ski resorts you'll ever stay in in the country. The place is located deep in Eastern Lapland country, just 6km from the Russian border.
Guests stay in studio-type accommodations that come in the form of log cabins, and they can just ski to the ski lifts right from the doorstep! Downhill and Cross-country skiing are offered, and beginners can even take ski lessons if they want to.
If the guests are all done with the snow, they can hang out at the resort restaurant, take a dip in the pool and play a game of tennis or squash at the indoor sports complex.
Monday, August 14. 2006
Staying in a cottage when on vacation is always a treat, with the privacy and solitude such isolation brings, and the fact that you have at least that accommodation to yourselves, being able to take your own sweet time in getting up or in exploring your surroundings is a perk a hotel room can't bring.
But in a South African resort, waking up in the middle of a game reserve only makes the stay more special. The Mabula Game Reserve, located in Warmbaths, South Africa, is a privately-owned game reserve that features the wild animals roaming around in its wide open spaces. Guests share the area with lions, leopards, rhinos and many other magnificent game and the cottages are equipped with a full kitchen, baths and amenities worthy of any good hotel.
The Mabula Game Reserve is a fantastic getaway where guests are as far removed from the hustle and bustle of city life as possible, and have a chance to see for themselves how life in the wild really is.
Saturday, July 15. 2006
In this hotel, sleeping outside isn't an option: It's definitely recommended! The Parrot Nest Hotel in Belize, Central America is a lush tropical paradise where you can literally hear nature sing to your over-civilized ears! As its name suggests, parrots, among other avian and mammalian wildlife abound in this place, which is considered by many to be very close to the lost paradise of Eden.
Nearby a river flows, beckoning guests with a brief dip into its cool waters. Sleep beneath a 100' Guanacaste tree in a thatched roof hut, but to get the most of your vacation sleeping outdoors, surrounded by the beauty of nature, is most recommended.
To get a taste of the outdoors, stay at the Parrot Nest in Belize, Central America. Your soul will thank you for it.
Friday, July 14. 2006
This luxurious resort in the lush tropical jungles of Indonesia is one beautiful place to get away from it all. Boasting 20 all-weather tents full of all the modern amenities and ancient comforts, the Amanwana resort is an idyllic getaway from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
The tents are of an unusual design, with solid walls and canvas roofs, all fully air-conditioned. Lined with windows to see the natural beauty of the rainforest, the tents are furnished with hardwood floors, divans, writing desks and everything a prospective recluse from the outside would want. A recluse indeed is what you will want to be, staying in the Amanwana for all time.
Monday, July 3. 2006
Ever wanted to stay on your own private island, but couldn't afford to buy one?
Now you can! The idyllic location of Sri Lanka hosts Taprobane Island, located 100 meters off the shore across a shallow stretch of seawater.
The octagon-shaped villa has a chef, maids and is limited to house only six lucky people. There are only three rooms, but their luxurious furnishings and wonderful surroundings make up for the lack of people. After all, aren't you on vacation to get away from it all?
If you want some time lone on a secluded island, you can't do any better than going to Taprobane Island in Sri Lanka.
Friday, June 30. 2006
Located in Orlando, Florida, this former Holiday Inn hotel has been transformed into a virtual paradise for Nickelodeon fans and their families. In fact it seems that the hotel was designed around families, with more family rooms with two- and three-bedroom suites than single rooms for couples. The suites have separate rooms for the kiddies, each designed with a Nickelodeon character theme. Now your children can have their dream of sleeping beside Spongebob or the Fairly Oddparents come true!
Located just outside are two water parks for those who like to have fun and get wet. The hotel serves a buffet for the kiddies and children under 12 eat free! What else can you want in a child-friendly hotel?
Sunday, June 18. 2006
You're in a bind: you want to go and play golf, but your family wants a vacation. You really want to play, but you get threatened with a divorce. What's a golfer to do?
Here's a suggestion: Why not book a vacation at a golf resort? That way, everybody wins. You can play your game, and the family can kick back and relax, taking advantage of the resort part of the vacation.
And most golf resorts have other facilities for the non-golfers, like pools, shopping areas, restaurants and even trips to nearby tourist sites!
So if ever you're in a scenario like this, remember: There are ways to let everybody win.
Friday, June 16. 2006
Learn to appreciate living with this planet instead of just on it.
That's the theme of this incredibly cool vacation resort located 30 miles east of Everett, Washington, USA. The Skyland Ranch is perfectly located in an idyllic valley near the 250,000 acre Snoqualmie National Forest.
Guests can now experience the life that the Native Americans lived some 300 years ago. They can live in an authentic teepee lodge, in the outdoors, eat native foods and learn traditional games and survival skills.
If you're in the market for an adventure in the outdoors, then the Skyland ranch with its impressive ambiance and colorful accommodations will surely win you over.
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