Phuket is one of my favorite beach destinations. When it came to decide which place to go for a late summer, that was a quick choice. Last time I stayed at Six Senses Yao Noi, so this time I decided to come back to the very first luxury resort I experienced in my life (10 years ago): Banyan Tree Phuket.…
A new trip to Bangkok was the occasion for me to discover a new five-star hotel of that wonderful city. The St Regis Bangkok is a discreet but opulent, luxurious place in the capital’s heart where guests are treated like kings. Review. Directly connected to the BTS Skytrain and situated at walking distance from Central World in Lumphini district, the…
There are many options to travel East from Europe. Emirate companies are definitely interesting when it comes to business class trips, like Emirates or Qatar Airways. Let’s do the focus on the latest offer onboard Etihad Airways A380 aircraft, flying from Paris to Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways is probably not as popular as Emirates, but it has for sure the…
Abu Dhabi is an interesting place to visit, throughout the year. Attractions, events, entertainment, luxury malls… There is always something to do, like Dubai. Luxury hotels are numerous there, and among them Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi stands out as a leader for anyone seeking relaxation, indulgence and proximity to points of interest. Located in the main district of UAE’s capital, near…
The Rooms Once home to a wealthy merchant, Palais Amani was rebuilt in the 1930s. The art deco building offers 18 suites and bedrooms, with The Grand Suite the cherry on top of this beautiful cake. This magnificent room covers the entire 100 sq/m of the south wing and features his and hers dressing rooms, a marvellously opulent bathroom and…
In the heart of Fulham stands The Malt House, a charming boutique hotel that values comfort and convenience and one of the finest gastropubs in town. The Rooms The Malt House is rather small compared to luxury hotels, but it allows visitors a more intimate and relaxing stay. There are six non-smoking deluxe rooms all boasting king size beds with…
Florence is a wonderful art city, as the whole Tuscany has plenty of attractions which are worth a visit. The sweet hills of Chianti, the historical wine cellars ideal for excellent wine tasting, the green nature of Mugello…Not to mention the other Tuscan cities, such as Pisa, Lucca and Siena: true precious gems with own histories and traditions. As a…
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