If you are looking at getting away for the Winter holidays then look no further. This hotel is raising the bar for Swiss Alps luxury accommodation, and this Christmas you could be a part of it. Find out all about the beautiful Chedi Andermatt, the only place you’ll want to stay this winter.
As we mentioned before, Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts and Johnny Iuzzini have teamed up for the first-ever global éclair program. As part of the brand’s new culinary program, Le Méridien hotels and resorts worldwide will offer guests the opportunity to indulge in a variety of modern twists on the chic Parisian treat, including both classic flavors as well as unique creations inspired by the destination. In addition, Chef Iuzzini will create eight seasonal éclair recipes for the hotels, inspired by his travels through various Le Méridien destinations. As part of the program, each hotel will offer modern takes on three signature éclair flavors – coffee, chocolate and vanilla – as well as one locally inspired flavor. Chef Iuzzini’s recent trip to San Francisco was documented in the above video and gives us some insight into his inspiration for the San Francisco-themed éclair! Which is one of our favorites.
If you’re looking for a fun getaway to relax or hang with family and friends, then you should definitely check out Grand Lucayan, in Grand Bahama Island. Its the largest property in the fourth biggest island of the Bahamas. Although not located right on the US, the island is just 55 miles off the Florida coast, making it extremely accessible and perfect for a relaxing getaway without having to go far. Here are a few fun facts about what this town is known for:
The most talked about celebrities and fashion icons gathered at the iconic The Mark, before heading to New York’s most coveted annual event, the 2014 Costume Institute Met Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Victoria and David Beckham, Lupita Nyong’o, Lily Donaldson, Margot Robbie, Karolina Kurková, Adele Exarchopoulos, Domenico Dolce, Elizabeth Olsen, Dianna Agron, Giovanna Battaglia, Monica Bellucci, Douglas Booth, Bianca Brandolini, Coco Brandoini, Joy Bryant, Arizona Muse, Eddie Redmayne, Lord Arthur Mornington, Sarah Paulson, Bee Shaffer, Andre Leon Talley, Stella Tennant, Mario Testino, Gabrielle Union, Sukie Waterhouse and many more departed the hotel at sundown to join Chair Aerin Lauder and Co-Chairs Anna Wintour, Bradley Cooper, Oscar de la Renta, Sarah Jessica Parker and Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch at the museum.
Every now and then, a person goes on vacation and stays at a hotel that blows their socks off because of the wonderful features they found inside. As an extreme, this can be an underwater hotel with windows that look into an aquarium, or less unusual hotels with themed apartments and rooms.
Five incredible hotels
The La Balade des Gnomes Hotel in Belgium (pictured above) has designed its accommodation around myths and fairy tales, having as its motto, ‘All that you can imagine is real’. There are ten rooms, including a two-story one that is designed as a Trojan horse, with the interior made almost exclusively out of wood. Another is called the Macquarie Island where the room is in the shape of a boat seemingly floating on water, complete with a sandy beach – all indoors. Also available are suites that feature wooden toadstools for seating, skies filled with glowing stars and fairy-tale style crooked windows.
If one does not mind a bit of screaming on vacation, then the New York New York hotel in Las Vegas has a roller coaster that goes right through the building. It has a 180-degree twist and dive maneuver, and is open to anyone over 5’4” high. Those planning to get married can literally take the plunge by tying the knot on the ride, whilst travelling at 67mph.
There are some hotels where the bar is so special it is the only place to go to unwind. London has quite a few of these that evoke nostalgic memories of early twentieth century opulence. One such is the Bassoon Bar at the Corinthia Hotel in Westminster, the heart of British politics. The bar has an Art Deco interior, while the drinks are named after the heady days of Empire. It is most renowned for its cocktails, which are very expensive but worth the money. A main feature of this place is that the grand piano also doubles as a bar.
Then there are the hotels that cater for the sportier of guests, such as the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel in Chicago. Here, guests can indulge in the usual activities of swimming or going to the gym, but can also enjoy a game of basketball on their very own court, that is half the size of a professional court. It has been so cleverly designed a sporty guest could almost wish they could take it home with them. Perhaps they could with these types of basketball courts at versacourt.com. Nothing is impossible.
Those wanting to holiday in Canada can try accommodation that changes every year at the Ice Hotel in Quebec. Here, during the months of January through to March, the rooms are constructed entirely of ice, only to melt and be re-built in a different style the following year. The temperature inside the room varies between -3 and -5 degrees Celsius, so it may not be for those who like warmth, but at least the four-foot thick walls protect against the wind. Those who are not brave enough to spend the night can enjoy a special tour and drinks and stay at the nearby lodge.
Originally opening in 1929, The Lexington New York City was and still is known for providing comfort to Jazz aficionados and Hollywood A-list stars like Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. To celebrate the recent $46 million transformation, the New York City landmark threw a spectacular party that consisted of live jazz music, light bites, and delicious cocktails. Guests included Ruben and Isabel Toledo, John Tracy, Karine Plantadit, Desmond Richardson, to name a few.
This Saturday (May 18), the Revere Hotel in Boston will officially launch a new, 16,000 square foot rooftop space called Rooftop at Revere.
Location: Wainscott, NY
Travel: Hampton Luxury Liner
Accommodations: The Enclave Inn, Wainscott
Cost: Seasonal (prices start starting at $99/night off-season and $249/night during the Spring and Summer)
Activities: Swimming, Fishing, Surfing, Kayaking
Tips: Taking the bus is a great way to get there if you plan to relax in and around your hotel. However, driving is best to explore the area. Taxi service is available at about $20 for every 8th of a mile. Behave as the residents do, don’t harass the celebs! They are on vacation too.