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FOLIO<br />
ELITE RECOMMENDS<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> <strong>SUITES</strong> <strong>OF</strong> <strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
Art, culture, history and cuisine collide in Europe’s<br />
finest hotel offerings, whether you opt for an ultramodern<br />
Austrian accommodation with envelopepushing<br />
design or a stately suite in one of Paris’ iconic<br />
grande dames.<br />
VILLA KORONI / THE ROMANOS, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT
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Vienna | Austria<br />
S<strong>OF</strong>ITEL VIENNA STEPHANSDOM<br />
SUITE MAGNIFIQUE<br />
Square Footage | 1,937<br />
Why We Love It | Sean Penn is among the<br />
glitterati who have graced this ultra-modern<br />
suite since its December opening. A crisp<br />
color palette restricted to white, grey and<br />
black puts the 180-degree panorama of<br />
Vienna front and center. Dining space for 12 and<br />
a total of four LCD flat-screen TVs throughout<br />
make it a top selection for social types.<br />
Rate | $4,650<br />
Contact | General Manager William<br />
Haandrikman, 43-1-906-162-100;<br />
william.haandrikman@sofitel.com;<br />
www.sofitel.com<br />
SUITE MAGNIFIQUE / S<strong>OF</strong>ITEL VIENNA STEPHANSDOM
ROYAL SUITE / HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE<br />
VILLA ELEANA / HOTEL<br />
DU CAP-EDEN-ROC<br />
Cap d’Antibes | France<br />
HOTEL DU CAP-EDEN-ROC<br />
VILLA ELEANA<br />
Square Footage | 2,690<br />
Why We Love It | This sunkissed threebedroom<br />
villa is blessed with a five-star<br />
locale, fronting the crystalline waters of<br />
the Côte d’Azur. Swank Pierre Frey fabrics<br />
and furnishings adorn the interiors, while<br />
a private garden, swimming pool and three<br />
furnished terraces make for a remarkable<br />
exterior view.<br />
Rate | $9,569<br />
Contact | General Manager Philippe Perd,<br />
33-4-9361-3901; direction@hdcer.com;<br />
www.hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.com<br />
EMMY ROSSUM | ACTRESS<br />
Hôtel Plaza<br />
Athénée<br />
“The Plaza Athénée<br />
is beautiful, chic,<br />
right on the best<br />
shopping street and<br />
they put little macarons in your room. I’m<br />
really into them.”<br />
Paris | France<br />
HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE<br />
ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 4,840<br />
Why We Love It | A grande dame of Paris<br />
hotels since 1911, this landmark has never<br />
lost its luster, thanks to design updates from<br />
Marie-José Pommerau and a commitment to<br />
stellar service. Its most royal residence is impeccably<br />
turned out in gold-threaded drapery,<br />
Italian marble mosaics and engraved glass.<br />
Rate | About $30,000<br />
Contact | General Manager Francois Delahaye,<br />
33-1-5367-6464;<br />
fdelahaye@dorchestercollection.com;<br />
www.plaza-athenee-paris.com<br />
ROYAL MONCEAU SUITE / LE ROYAL MONCEAU—RAFFLES PARIS<br />
Paris | France<br />
LE ROYAL MONCEAU—RAFFLES PARIS<br />
ROYAL MONCEAU SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 2,045<br />
Why We Love It | Following a two-year, topto-bottom<br />
remodel, this Philippe Starck-designed<br />
suite is a charming fusion of old and<br />
new, pairing ‘40s- and ‘50s-inspired décor<br />
with top-name technology. Unexpected<br />
additions like a custom Lâg guitar for guests’<br />
use add up to one unforgettable stay.<br />
Rate | About $14,340<br />
Contact | Marketing and Sales Manager<br />
Jean-Marie le Gall, 33-1-4299-8800;<br />
jean-marie.legall@raffles.com;<br />
www.leroyalmonceau.com<br />
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IMPERIAL PRESIDENTIAL SUITE / PARK HYATT PARIS-VENDÔME<br />
SEAL | SINGER<br />
Paris | France<br />
Park Hyatt<br />
Paris-Vendôme<br />
“In Paris I like<br />
the Hyatt. It’s<br />
never really lost<br />
its verve.”<br />
PARK HYATT PARIS-VENDÔME<br />
IMPERIAL PRESIDENTIAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 2,690<br />
Why We Love It | With its Haussmannian<br />
architecture, soaring ceilings and pared-down<br />
classic décor from designer Edward Tuttle,<br />
the Imperial Presidential Suite is the epitome<br />
of Parisian style. An inspired in-suite spa<br />
concept grants guests a private sanctuary<br />
with whirlpool bath, steam room shower and<br />
dedicated massage table.<br />
Rate | $20,500<br />
Contact | General Manager Michel Jauslin,<br />
33-1-5871-1234; michel.jauslin@hyatt.com;<br />
www.paris.vendome.hyatt.com<br />
Paris | France<br />
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, PARIS<br />
LA SUITE SHANGRI-LA<br />
Square Footage | 2,420<br />
Why We Love It | Set in a restored historic<br />
mansion built in 1892, this stunner of a suite<br />
combines modern architecture and timeless<br />
Parisian furnishings. Its top-floor perch<br />
guarantees views of Paris’ most staggering<br />
sights—no wonder celebs like Matthew<br />
McConnaughey have made it their home<br />
away from home in the City of Lights.<br />
Rate | About $23,325<br />
Contact | General Manager Alain Borgers,<br />
33-1-5367-1902; alain.borgers@shangri-la.com;<br />
www.shangri-la.com<br />
LA SUITE SHANGRI-LA / SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, PARIS<br />
DELUXE SUITE / BRENNERS PARK-HOTEL & SPA<br />
Baden-Baden | Germany<br />
BRENNERS PARK-HOTEL & SPA<br />
DELUXE SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 1,022<br />
Why We Love It | First constructed in 1872,<br />
this storied hotel unveiled a full restoration<br />
earlier this year. Evidence of its roots remain<br />
in the classic, colorful décor (which references<br />
colonial India through the use of intricate fabrics<br />
and furnishings), but the in-suite technology<br />
has been updated to include a Bose Hi-Fi<br />
system and an LED flat-screen TV.<br />
Rate | $2,296<br />
Contact | Managing Director Frank Marrenbach,<br />
49-7221-9000; information@brenners.com;<br />
www.brenners.com
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE / MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MUNICH<br />
VILLA KORONI / THE ROMANOS, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT<br />
Munich | Germany<br />
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MUNICH<br />
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 1,320<br />
Why We Love It | Brilliant design details—<br />
from Swarovski chandeliers to a custom<br />
bulthaup kitchen—and amenities like the<br />
use of a Mercedes-Benz bike have made this<br />
posh presidential the reported pick of Hugh<br />
Hefner and Dustin Hoffman. A formal sitting<br />
room with wraparound balcony looks out<br />
over Munich’s red roofs and church spires.<br />
Rate | $13,875<br />
Contact | Groups & Communications Manager<br />
Konstanze Ruf, 49-89-2909-8810; kruf@mohg.<br />
com; www.mandarinoriental.com/munich<br />
Messinia | Greece<br />
THE ROMANOS, A LUXURY<br />
COLLECTION RESORT<br />
VILLA KORONI<br />
Square Footage | 7,104<br />
Why We Love It | A spa treatment area and<br />
a private infinity pool overlooking the Ionian<br />
Sea make this sweeping villa a top Grecian<br />
getaway. Fine art is an integral part of the<br />
experience, with original works from 17thcentury<br />
and contemporary artists on display.<br />
Rate | Available upon request<br />
Contact | General Manager Peter Alatsas,<br />
30-27-2309-6000;<br />
info.navarino@luxurycollection.com;<br />
www.romanoscostanavarino.com<br />
BUDDY DARBY SUITE / THE LODGE AT DOONBEG<br />
County Clare | Ireland<br />
THE LODGE AT DOONBEG<br />
BUDDY DARBY SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 2,300<br />
Why We Love It | This suite occupies the<br />
Lodge’s most prime real estate, overlooking<br />
the Atlantic Ocean and the property’s Greg<br />
Norman-designed golf course. A grand fourposter<br />
bed with custom goose down quilt<br />
and a warm-wooded sitting room with gas<br />
fireplace nod gallantly to the Irish setting.<br />
Rate | From $930<br />
Contact | General Manager Joe Russell,<br />
353-65-905-5602;<br />
joe_russell@doonbeggolfclub.com;<br />
www.doonbeglodge.com<br />
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Capri | Italy<br />
CAPRI TIBERIO PALACE<br />
BELLEVUE ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 1,940<br />
Why We Love It | Italian footballers and<br />
American pop stars favor this sun-soaked,<br />
open concept accommodation. Fabulous<br />
vintage-meets-modern interiors, butler<br />
service and an oversized terrace, furnished<br />
with sea-facing lounge chairs, allow guests<br />
to experience a taste of la dolce vita.<br />
Rate | From $2,500<br />
Contact | General Manager Edoardo<br />
Officioso, 39-08-1978-7111;<br />
info@tiberiopalace.com;<br />
www.tiberiopalace.com<br />
BELLEVUE ROYAL SUITE / CAPRI TIBERIO PALACE<br />
Capri | Italy<br />
HOTEL CAESAR AUGUSTUS<br />
CAESAR SUITE / HOTEL CAESAR AUGUSTUS<br />
CAESAR SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 4,165<br />
Why We Love It | A recent refresh of the top<br />
suite at this clifftop island hot spot—which<br />
features the kind of imposing, ancient Romanesque<br />
architecture (think wide arches<br />
and columns) that would make its notorious<br />
namesake proud—saw the addition of a<br />
refurbished seafront Jacuzzi.<br />
Rate | $2,145<br />
Contact | Owner Paolo Signorini,<br />
39-08-1837-3395;<br />
info@caesar-augustus.com;<br />
www.caesar-augustus.com<br />
Florence | Italy<br />
HIROHITO SUITE / GRAND HOTEL VILLA CORA<br />
GRAND HOTEL VILLA CORA<br />
HIROHITO SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 328<br />
Why We Love It | Among the international<br />
luminaries who have spent time in this romantic<br />
Florentine casa: Russian composer Pyotr<br />
Tchaikovsky and Japanese Emperor Hirohito<br />
(for whom the suite is named). Recently<br />
remodeled, its 1860s frescoed ceiling is still<br />
intact, though modern must-haves like a flatscreen<br />
satellite TV make it feel fresh.<br />
Rate | $2,500<br />
Contact | Managing Director Claudio Delli,<br />
39-05-522-8790; direzione.villacora@wtbhotels.<br />
com; www.villacora.it
SUNSHINE SUITE / MONTE CARLO BEACH<br />
Monte Carlo | Monaco<br />
HÔTEL HERMITAGE<br />
DIAMOND SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 1,119<br />
Why We Love It | Twin terraces off both<br />
bedrooms in this quintessential Monte<br />
Carlo accommodation overlook the Mediterranean<br />
Sea below, while Pierre-Yves<br />
Rochon’s interiors have the feel of a classic<br />
Belle Époque apartment, with polished<br />
Carrara marble, mosaic tiles and superior<br />
custom linens.<br />
Rate | From about $6,122<br />
Contact | General Manager Pascal Camia,<br />
377-9806-4000; c.olivie@sbm.mc;<br />
www.hotelhermitagemontecarlo.com<br />
Monte Carlo | Monaco<br />
DIAMOND SUITE / HÔTEL HERMITAGE PRESTIGE DE L’<strong>EUROPE</strong> / HOTEL DE L’<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
MONTE CARLO BEACH<br />
SUNSHINE SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 2,120<br />
Why We Love It | In their heyday, screen<br />
sirens like Marlene Dietrich favored the top<br />
suite of this iconic seaside hotel, which was<br />
erected in 1929. Paris-based India Mahdavi<br />
was entrusted with updating the hotel’s<br />
legendary design, opting for a dreamy, natural<br />
vibe that’s perfectly suited to the spirit of<br />
the Riviera.<br />
Rate | From about $2,740<br />
Contact | General Manager Daniele<br />
Garcelon, 33-4-9328-6666; d.garcelon@sbm.mc;<br />
www.monte-carlo-beach.com<br />
Amsterdam | The Netherlands<br />
HOTEL DE L’<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
PRESTIGE DE L’<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
Square Footage | 894<br />
Why We Love It | A corner location and<br />
two terraces make the luxuriant Prestige<br />
De L’Europe the most scenic suite in this<br />
lovingly restored hotel. Meticulous reproductions<br />
of Dutch Masters’ paintings mingle<br />
with high-tech amenities like motion detector<br />
lighting and a built-in TV in the master<br />
bath’s mirror.<br />
Rate | From $2,200<br />
Contact | General Manager Tom J. Krooswijk,<br />
31-20-531-1601; tkrooswijk@leurope.nl;<br />
www.leurope.nl<br />
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Ascot | United Kingdom<br />
COWORTH PARK<br />
THE DOWER HOUSE<br />
Square Footage | 3,283<br />
Why We Love It | There’s nothing antiquated<br />
about this picturesque three-bedroom home,<br />
which is tricked out with Bang & Olufsen TVs,<br />
Blu-ray DVD players and, upon request, a<br />
Nintendo Wii—although you can get back to<br />
nature in your own garden and stream (home<br />
to the property’s family of swans).<br />
Rate | About $5,739<br />
Contact | Head Butler Said Chalboub,<br />
44-13-4487-6600;<br />
info.coworthpark@dorchestercollection.com;<br />
www.coworthpark.com<br />
London | United Kingdom<br />
CORINTHIA HOTEL LONDON<br />
THE ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 5,059<br />
Why We Love It | Since opening in April, this<br />
luxe hotel has welcomed celebs like Colin<br />
Firth. The two-bedroom Royal Suite is its<br />
most opulent option, with an Italian marble<br />
bathroom—with fireplace and freestanding<br />
carved stone bath—and curved living area<br />
that offers a panorama of the River Thames.<br />
Rate | About $24,600<br />
Contact | Director of Sales Marianne<br />
Kassapian, 44-20-7930-8181;<br />
marianne.kassapian@corinthia.com;<br />
www.corinthia.com/london<br />
THE DOWER HOUSE / COWORTH PARK<br />
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE / FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON AT PARK LANE<br />
London | United Kingdom<br />
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON<br />
AT PARK LANE<br />
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 2,100<br />
Why We Love It | Up-to-the-minute technology,<br />
including 42- and 50-inch LCD TVs and an<br />
enhanced audiovisual system, prevails in<br />
this lofty London suite. Pierre-Yves Rochon’s<br />
cool, grey-toned interiors, accented with<br />
Gaudi stone marble and rosewood paneling,<br />
add an airy feel to the space.<br />
Rate | From about $14,349<br />
Contact | General Manager John Stauss,<br />
44-20-7499-0888; john.stauss@fourseasons.<br />
com; www.fourseasons.com/london<br />
THE ROYAL SUITE / CORINTHIA HOTEL LONDON<br />
ROYAL SUITE / THE SAVOY<br />
London | United Kingdom<br />
THE SAVOY<br />
ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square Footage | 3,498<br />
Why We Love It | A whopping $4.1 million<br />
makeover has made this suite one of London’s<br />
finest. Occupying almost the entire front of the<br />
hotel’s fifth floor, with floor-to-ceiling windows<br />
capturing an unforgettable vista over the River<br />
Thames, it’s the ultimate way to take in the city<br />
sights. Elevated Edwardian-influenced interiors<br />
befit the hotel’s considerable heritage.<br />
Rate | About $16,221<br />
Contact | Director of Sales and Marketing<br />
Julian Haddon, 44-20-7836-4343; savoy@<br />
fairmont.com; www.fairmont.com/savoy
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<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
ITALY<br />
SARDINIA<br />
VILLA LAS TRONAS<br />
HOTEL & SPA<br />
A delightful five-star resort, Villa Las Tronas has become the landmark of Alghero, the<br />
golden door to tourism on Sardinia located on the sun-drenched Mediterranean island’s<br />
northwest, Riviera del Corallo coast. Once the seaside holiday residence of Italian royalty,<br />
Las Tronas exudes the tradition, charm and historic ambience of the aristocratic buen<br />
retiro, while offering modern comforts and facilities. Perched on a promontory right on the<br />
sea, and surrounded by over two hectares of private park, the hotel envelops guests with<br />
the soothing magic of its location, from the crashing of the waves and gentle lapping of the<br />
surf, to clean salty air and refreshing breezes. Enjoy warm, attentive service, delicious cuisine,<br />
a luxurious on-site spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a pet-friendly policy. At<br />
Las Tronas, you’ll feel like a treasured, personal guest in a remarkably refined home.<br />
Location: Lungomare Valencia 1, Alghero, Sardinia, Italy<br />
VIP Contact: Reservation Manager Piero Dore<br />
Phone: 39-079-981818; Fax: 39-079-981044<br />
Email: info@hotelvillalastronas.it<br />
Website: www.hotelvillalastronas.com<br />
INDOOR SWIMMING POOL / SPA VILLA LAS TRONAS<br />
AERIAL HOTEL VIEW<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: EXECUTIVE SUITE<br />
Square footage: 1,023, plus 538 of outdoor space<br />
Nightly rate: €1300 to €2100 (about $1,810 to $2,920)<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Two bedrooms<br />
Number of entrances to suite: Two<br />
Number of baths: Two, each en-suite with bath and separate<br />
shower<br />
Suite style: Generously proportioned and lavishly appointed,<br />
the suite features high ceilings, exquisite contemporary furnishings,<br />
priceless antiques and original works of art.<br />
Key selling points: Enjoy spectacular open views to the sea<br />
from two double bedrooms, a spacious lounge area and a<br />
glorious terrace with Jacuzzi. In addition to supreme comfort<br />
and charm, you’ll find every modern amenity at your fingertips,<br />
including an iPod docking station, PlayStation and wide-screen<br />
Apple computer.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: Seven<br />
SPA & FITNESS<br />
With a covered, seawater swimming pool overlooking the<br />
Mediterranean, sauna, Turkish bath, Kneipp walkway, gym<br />
and beauty area, the Spa Villa Las Tronas is open throughout<br />
the year. This haven of tranquility offers an impressive list of<br />
beauty and holistic treatments for in-house guests.<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT<br />
Restaurant Villa Las Tronas: Dining here is a real experience.<br />
Indoors, sumptuous cuisine is served by candlelight and<br />
accompanied by live classical music. For an equally delightful,<br />
less formal ambience, opt for the panoramic terrace close by.<br />
SPECIAL SERVICES<br />
Your pet dogs are always welcome at Villa Las Tronas, and<br />
there are over two hectares of private park for them to explore.<br />
AFFILIATION<br />
Condé Nast Johansens
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<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
SPAIN<br />
GALICIA<br />
HOTEL PALACIO DE SOBER<br />
Situated in the heart of the beautifully historic Ribeira Sacra region of Galicia, amid<br />
an evocative landscape of deep canyons, riverbanks and vineyards, what is today the<br />
luxurious five-star Hotel Palacio de Sober was once the ruins of the Count of Lemos’<br />
Palace—Galicia’s oldest civil building, whose tower dates back to the seventh century.<br />
The hotel offers 14 special suites (including one spectacular Royal Suite), eight<br />
special double rooms and 23 double rooms, a spa and swimming pool, library, meeting<br />
space for 450 people (with two beautiful function rooms), a chapel and a stunning<br />
215,278 square feet of gardens with romantic Baroque landscaping. An exquisite private<br />
art collection is on view throughout the property.<br />
Location: Camino del Palacio S/N, Sober, Lugo, Spain<br />
VIP Contact: Director Guido O. van de Waal<br />
Phone: 34-690-643-928; Fax: 34-982-460-449<br />
Email: guido@palaciodesober.com<br />
Website: www.palaciodesober.com<br />
HOTEL EXTERIOR<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square footage: 700<br />
Nightly rate: From about $500 to $1,430<br />
Number of rooms in suite: One, an open-plan loft-style room<br />
with bedroom and living area<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: One, with separate shower, two-person<br />
Jacuzzi tub and Molton Brown bath amenities<br />
Suite style: A charming mix of classic and modern décor, with<br />
fine art from the hotel’s extensive private collection. The suite’s<br />
privileged location provides excellent views of the Lemos Valley.<br />
Key selling points: This regal suite offers a king-size bed<br />
dressed with Egyptian cotton sheets and down pillows, 32inch<br />
and 42-inch Sony Bravia LED TVs, a home cinema with<br />
Blu-ray DVD system, complimentary Wi-Fi and an iPod docking<br />
station. Hotel staff will organize round-trip limousine<br />
transfers for guests of the suite. Perfect for special occasions,<br />
including romantic weddings and secluded country getaways,<br />
the whole hotel is available for private buyout (from about<br />
$8,600 to $21,500).<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 14, including one Royal Suite
outdoor patio bedroom / royal suite<br />
SPA SERVICES<br />
the on-site Spa Aqua Ardens offers extensive facilities for<br />
both men and women, including jacuzzis, a Finnish sauna,<br />
turkish bath and a swimming pool. a wide range of treatments<br />
runs the gamut from hydrotherapy and intensive massages,<br />
to revitalizing facials and nourishing body wraps, incorporating<br />
indulgent ingredients like wine, cocoa and caviar. on offer<br />
are one- and two-night spa packages.<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT<br />
Dona Branca: located in what used to be the palace’s stables,<br />
dona branca’s interiors have been immaculately renovated to<br />
create a refined space with every detail catered to. under the<br />
direction of prestigious chef marco Varela—recently named<br />
the third best chef in spain for 2011—palacio de sober’s signature<br />
restaurant offers authentic Galician fare with a creative<br />
twist. seasonal menus feature the freshest of local produce<br />
and high-quality ingredients, while presentations are refreshing<br />
and contemporary.<br />
master batH / royal suite<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> GOLF<br />
located just 10 minutes from the hotel, the 18-hole Aguas<br />
Santas golf course is easily accessible for guests looking to<br />
enjoy a day on the green. Hotel palacio de sober has a special<br />
agreement with the course, so you’ll be able to secure your<br />
tee time of choice.<br />
jacuzzi / spa aqua ardens master bedroom / double room<br />
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POOL VIEW<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: THE FORTE<br />
Square footage: 1,292<br />
Nightly rate: €2,500 (about $3,700)<br />
Number of rooms in suite: One bedroom<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: Two<br />
Suite style: This secluded private villa, catered to by hotel<br />
services, is designed to embrace nature, rather than compete<br />
with it, and to reflect the timeless beauty of the Estoril coast.<br />
Key selling points: Located in the heart of the Oitavos Dunes<br />
golf course, apart from the rest of the world, The Forte offers<br />
spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, Sintra mountains<br />
and the natural links championship course. Enjoy a king-size<br />
suite, living area with fully equipped kitchen, a private seawater<br />
swimming pool and deck, private golf cart and personal<br />
butler upon request. There's also a heliport on-site and a<br />
private air strip 15 minutes away to accommodate VIP guests.<br />
www.theoitavos.com/theforte<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 16<br />
SPA SERVICES<br />
The exclusive on-site spa is the ideal place to recharge your<br />
batteries and regain inner balance. The spa’s glass walls allow<br />
natural light to flood in, while you enjoy ocean-inspired<br />
therapies, employing high-end Voya products, in one of 10<br />
serene, light-filled treatment rooms.<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> GOLF<br />
Oitavos Dunes: This championship course is recognized as<br />
one of the world’s finest natural links, receiving top honors<br />
from Golf magazine, including best course in Portugal, thirdbest<br />
in mainland Europe and one of the Top 100 Best Courses<br />
in the World. It’s also among the first greens to earn the distinction<br />
of Certified Gold Signature Sanctuary, a conservation<br />
award from Audubon International.<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT & LOUNGE<br />
Ipsylon Restaurante: Specializing in fresh seafood and traditional<br />
Portuguese cuisine with a masterful modern twist,<br />
Ipsylon takes guests on a sensory journey they won’t forget.<br />
Ipsylon Lounge: This inviting space boasts delicious cocktails<br />
and an extensive selection of appetizers and tapas. Pass a<br />
leisurely afternoon with their popular tea and scones service.<br />
THE OITAVOS<br />
Located on Portugal’s Estoril coast, surrounded by a splendid natural landscape of ocean,<br />
dunes and umbrella pines, The Oitavos is a new five-star luxury resort from Quinta da<br />
Marinha Group. The hotel’s design, bold and sleek with elegantly understated interiors,<br />
focuses attention outwards—on the historic and natural elements of the terrain, and the<br />
drama and romance of the ocean. 142 notably spacious guest rooms offer balconies with<br />
gorgeous views, and guests delight in authentic Portuguese gastronomy in three restaurants,<br />
indoor and outdoor heated seawater swimming pools and the rich offerings of<br />
a contemporary on-site spa. Near the village of Cascais, this stunning oasis is only 20<br />
minutes from Lisbon’s airport and comes complete with all manner of amenities, from<br />
bikes and Segways to yoga, a health & racquet club and a horseback riding center.<br />
Location: Rua de Oitavos, Quinta da Marinha, 2750-374 Cascais, Portugal<br />
VIP Contact: Reservations Manager Susana Brito<br />
Phone: 351-21-486-0020<br />
Email: sbrito@theoitavos.com<br />
Website: www.theoitavos.com<br />
BEDROOM DETAIL / GUEST ROOM<br />
<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
PORTUGAL<br />
CASCAIS<br />
HANDMADE INDIVIDUAL<br />
ROOM LAMPS /<br />
ALL GUEST ROOMS<br />
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<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
IRELAND<br />
COUNTY WEXFORD<br />
MONART DESTINATION SPA<br />
One of the world’s leading destination spas, Monart has won some of the most<br />
prestigious spa industry awards. It holds the title of Ireland’s best destination spa for<br />
four consecutive years, ranks in Forbes’ top 10 places to visit, is among the world’s<br />
top three spa retreats according to Condé Nast Traveller, 2010 and 2011, and has been<br />
featured in Vogue London, Paris and Milan.<br />
This five-star adults-only destination spa is located one and a half hours from Dublin<br />
Airport in the breathtakingly picturesque southeast of Ireland. Nestled in over 100 acres<br />
of lush Irish countryside, this world-renowned, exclusive retreat places you in close<br />
proximity to some of Ireland’s finest golf courses.<br />
Opt to stay in Monart House, an impressive 18th-century Georgian abode that acts<br />
as a gateway to the modern elite spa. In addition to world-class spa treatments, enjoy<br />
a range of complimentary classes, from aqua and Swiss ball to kung fu and tai chi, and<br />
the guidance of health and wellness experts brought in from all over the world.<br />
Location: The Still, Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland<br />
VIP Contact: General Manager Mark Browne<br />
Phone: 353-53-9238999<br />
Email: mark.browne@monart.ie<br />
Website: www.monart.ie<br />
MONART DESTINATION SPA<br />
VERDANT GROUNDS<br />
MONART HOUSE<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: MONART HOUSE <strong>SUITES</strong><br />
Nightly rate: About $1,160<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Two<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Suite style: This 1740 home is steeped in Irish history playing<br />
witness to the landlord era, Irish rebellions, the Jameson<br />
family and more. Full of Old World charm yet equipped with all<br />
the comforts of modernity, these suites are havens of natural<br />
light offering amazing views of Vinegar Hill, an important<br />
landmark in Irish history.<br />
Key selling points: Luxuriate in an expansive bedroom with<br />
antique four-poster bed, a richly comfortable lounge and an<br />
exceptionally generous bathroom. Staff ensures your experience<br />
is just how you imagined it would be.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: Two<br />
SPA SERVICES<br />
The state-of-the-art thermal spa is at the heart of the spa experience<br />
and offers everything you need to cleanse, relax and<br />
detoxify the body before taking on the world again.<br />
The relaxation rooms provide the ideal place to begin and<br />
end your day at Monart’s spa. In these perfectly tranquil retreats<br />
(choose light or dark), you can curl up with your favorite<br />
book, or simply unwind between thermal treatments.<br />
THE GROUNDS<br />
The spectacular Celtic Gardens at Monart were designed by<br />
Mary Reynolds, Ireland’s only gold-medal winner at the worldfamous<br />
Chelsea Flower show. Stone bridges, concentric Celtic<br />
circles, wild native Irish plants and a handcrafted beehive-hut<br />
waterfall create this beautiful oasis.<br />
An Olympic three-day eventing yard is also located on<br />
the grounds, and guests can watch horses roaming the land,<br />
performing dressage, show-jumping training and exercising<br />
on Monart’s gallops—a true rural Irish experience.<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT<br />
Monart’s fine dining restaurant, recommended by the Michelin<br />
and Bridgestone guides, serves beautiful modern cuisine with<br />
an emphasis on locally sourced produce. Star chefs offer a<br />
choice of healthy detox fare or rich food, accompanied by superb<br />
wine from the hotel’s extensive cellar.
lounge / como suite<br />
top Suite: CoMo Suite (penthouSe)<br />
Square footage: 1,184<br />
Nightly rate: £2,800 (about $4,604) for one-bedroom configuration;<br />
£3,200 (about $5,261) for two-bedroom configuration,<br />
plus VAt<br />
Number of rooms in suite: three<br />
Number of entrances to suite: two<br />
Number of baths: one and one half-bath; the master bathroom<br />
features a free-standing bathtub, expansive shower and<br />
floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the park<br />
Suite style: the contemporary penthouse-style suite offers<br />
an urban escape in the busy capital. the soothing color palette<br />
of the spacious lounge, dining room and master bedroom is<br />
complemented by the surrounding Japanese rock garden.<br />
Furnishings include a stunning italian-made chaise longue.<br />
Designed by united Designers.<br />
Key selling points: the spacious suite on london’s exclusive<br />
Park lane offers undisturbed, dramatic floor-to-ceiling views<br />
over Hyde Park. High-tech detailing includes a large 50-inch<br />
plasma tV in the lounge with Bose surround sound and iPod<br />
docking station. guests also enjoy a private butler service.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 31<br />
Spa & FitneSS<br />
COMO Shambhala Urban Escape: this retreat provides a<br />
counterpoint to london’s urban energy and is designed for<br />
those seeking greater health through yoga and related treatments.<br />
there is a fully equipped gym, two treatments rooms<br />
and separate male and female steam rooms. choose from<br />
among como shambhala’s blissful Asian-based therapies,<br />
many of which employ como shambhala products, formulated<br />
with pure organic essential oils and herbs.<br />
Contact: spa Director noula Friend, 44-20-7447-5750;<br />
metropolitan.lon@comoshambhala.bz<br />
Most requested therapist: samantha West<br />
Signature treatments: como shambhala signature massage,<br />
como shambhala PuRiFY Facial, Pre-natal massage<br />
top reStaurant<br />
Nobu: nobu serves delectable michelin-starred Japanese-<br />
Peruvian cuisine by celebrated chef nobuyuki matsuhisa.<br />
Contact: 44-20-7447-4747; london@noburestaurants.com<br />
MetropoLitan London<br />
Residing on elegant Park lane and overlooking Hyde Park’s urban oasis with floor-to-<br />
ceiling windows, the Metropolitan offers a cool haven for elite travelers to the British<br />
capital. the city’s most glamorous neighborhoods are a short walk away, including<br />
mayfair, Knightsbridge and Piccadilly.<br />
numerous suites overlook verdant Hyde Park, and all guest rooms and public areas<br />
offer complimentary high-speed wireless internet access. the Japanese-Peruvian<br />
restaurant Nobu buzzes at lunch and dinner with devotees of its spectacular michelin-<br />
star cuisine. the Met Bar, a sultry lounge bar with live DJs and memorable martinis,<br />
is a cult classic among the music, media and fashion crowd.<br />
For a quieter moment, retreat to the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape, offering a full<br />
range of holistic, Asian-inspired therapies including Reiki and reflexology, in addition to<br />
yoga and a fully equipped private gym.<br />
Location: Old Park Lane, London W1K 1LB, UK<br />
VIP Contact: Regional General Manager Thomas J. Orchard<br />
Phone: 44-20-7447-1113; Fax: 44-20-7447-1022<br />
Email: tanja.klingseis@metropolitan.como.bz<br />
Website: www.metropolitan.como.bz<br />
mAsteR BeDRoom /<br />
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hotel exterior<br />
top suite: suite les trois rois<br />
Square footage: 2,690<br />
Nightly rate: $5,150<br />
Number of rooms in suite: three<br />
Number of entrances to suite: one<br />
Number of baths: three, all in Art Deco style with separate<br />
bathtub and shower, floors with ringgenberger limestone,<br />
under-floor heating, heated towel rails and steam-free mirrors<br />
Suite style: Neo-classical, with antique furniture and works<br />
of art<br />
Key selling points: Private open-air Jacuzzi and sauna on the<br />
rooftop, panoramic window over the river rhine and the old<br />
town, sitting room with open fireplace, Bang & olufsen flatscreen<br />
satellite tV, Bang & olufsen DVD/CD player, internet<br />
access (lAN or WlAN), direct-dial telephone, fax connection,<br />
safe and refrigerated bar<br />
Number of suites in hotel: Six, including the Suite les trois rois<br />
top restaurants & Bar<br />
Cheval Blanc: Peter Knogl has already won several awards<br />
in recent years for his outstanding Mediterranean cuisine at<br />
two-Michelin-star, 18-GaultMillau-point Cheval Blanc.<br />
Brasserie Les Trois Rois: this 15-GaultMillau-point brasserie<br />
offers many Swiss and French specialties and is certain to<br />
please all tastes.<br />
Bar Les Trois Rois: A hub for Basel residents and visitors<br />
alike, this bar is famous for its cocktails, snacks and cigars.<br />
special serVices<br />
the hotel houses seven event and conference rooms and one<br />
magnificent ballroom.<br />
aWards & ratinGs<br />
• Five-star superior<br />
• Two Michelin stars<br />
• 18 GaultMillau points<br />
aFFiliation<br />
Grand hotel Bellevue, Gstaad, Switzerland<br />
Grand Hotel les trois rois<br />
Les Trois Rois is one of europe’s oldest city hotels and exudes the charm and elegance<br />
of a historic grand hotel. it goes without saying that this luxury establishment offers<br />
everything its discerning guests are entitled to expect from a hotel in the five-star<br />
superior category.<br />
the Suite Les Trois Rois offers far more than you would expect. two bedrooms, three<br />
bathrooms, a sitting room with two dining tables and a seating group in front of an open<br />
fireplace, as well as a tV and work corner. But that’s not all: You can also relax in your<br />
private open-air Jacuzzi and sauna, high above the rooftops of Basel’s old town.<br />
Location: Blumenrain 8, Basel, Switzerland<br />
VIP Contact: Chef Concierge Cristina Bally<br />
Phone: 41-61-260-50-50; Fax: 41-61-260-50-60<br />
Email: concierge@lestroisrois.com<br />
Website: www.lestroisrois.com<br />
PriVAte oPeN-Air JACuzzi /<br />
Suite leS troiS roiS<br />
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<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
TURKEY<br />
ISTANBUL<br />
HÔTEL LES OTTOMANS<br />
The celebrated Hôtel Les Ottomans beckons guests with its coveted location, exquisite<br />
interiors and on-site Caudalíe Vinothérapie ® Spa. On the banks of the Bosphorus,<br />
Istanbul’s active and scenic waterway, the property resides in what was once a pasha’s<br />
18th-century mansion. A meticulous, extravagant restoration of the stately home pays<br />
lavish tribute to Istanbul’s Baroque revival. Each of the boutique hotel’s 10 suites has<br />
been designed with the principles of feng shui in mind, coupled with stylish and luxurious<br />
detailing reminiscent of the Ottoman Empire’s golden era. Accommodations come<br />
complete with the latest technology perfect for business travelers, and the hotel’s<br />
vinotherapy spa, the first and only of its kind in Turkey, is a blissful retreat for vacationers<br />
and honeymooners.<br />
Location: Muallim Naci Caddesi 68, Istanbul, Kuruçesme, Turkey<br />
VIP Contact: Hôtel Manager Mehmet Kirklar or Marketing Manager Ceyla Aysal<br />
Phone: 90-212-359-15-52 or 90-212-359-15-64; Fax: 90-212-359-15-40<br />
Email: mehmet.kirklar@lesottomans.com or ceylaa@lesottomans.com<br />
Website: www.lesottomans.com<br />
HAMMAM / CAUDALÍE<br />
VINOTHÉRAPIE ® SPA<br />
DINING ROOM / HURREM SULTAN<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: HURREM SULTAN<br />
Square footage: 1,572<br />
Nightly rate: From about $4,113<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Four<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: Two, one with walk-in shower and Jacuzzi<br />
Suite style: Named for the wife of an Ottoman Emperor, this<br />
magnificent suite’s décor exudes regal opulence fit for sultans<br />
and celebrities alike. Rich fabrics, fine furnishings, ornate mirrors<br />
and gorgeous gilded molding, not to mention handmade<br />
Isnik tiles in the bathroom, combine to elegant perfection. Architecture<br />
by Erdal Tusavul; design by Zeynep Fadillioglu of ZF<br />
Design and Cavit Sarioglu of Metex Design Group.<br />
Key selling points: The beautifully appointed, 753-squarefoot<br />
living room boasts a harp and panoramic views of the<br />
Bosphorus. Combined with a dining room table that seats 10<br />
to 12 and round-the-clock guest services on the suite’s floor,<br />
entertaining here is a breeze. The suite is also equipped with<br />
AMX remote-control technology, laptop, printer and fax machine,<br />
and it can be connected to the glamorous Nurbanu<br />
Sultan suite.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 10<br />
SPA SERVICES<br />
At the unique, wine-themed Caudalíe Vinothérapie ® Spa,<br />
you’ll be enchanted by a variety of grape-based treatments<br />
that replenish the body and revitalize the skin. Begin your<br />
journey here by unwinding in the relaxation room on heated<br />
ceramic benches beneath a sparkling dome, then explore the<br />
wonders of the spa’s seawater pool and Jacuzzi, adventure<br />
showers, luxury hammam, salt inhalation Laconium, a Finnish<br />
sauna, ice fountain, meditation oasis and Kneipp basins. The<br />
spa also offers a selection of traditional massages and therapies<br />
from Europe, the Far East and of course, Turkey.<br />
Contact: Spa Director Lenka Doskoçilova,<br />
Phone: 90-212-359-15-32/33; Fax: 90-212-359-15-44;<br />
lenka.doskocilova@lesottomans.com<br />
Most requested therapists: Leyla, Julide and Wayan<br />
Signature treatments: Traditional Hammam Treatment, Caudalíe<br />
Massage, Les Ottomans Signature Massage, Oxygenating Facial<br />
Treatment, Dead Sea Water Floating Pool Session
YALI HATUN<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANTS & BARS<br />
Yali Hatun: With capacity for 180, this atmospheric restaurant<br />
is perfect for social and business events, as well as banquets<br />
and dinners.<br />
Contact: Manager Arzu Özcanoglu, Phone: 90-212-359-15-60;<br />
Fax: 90-212-359-15-15; arzu.ozcanoglu@lesottomans.com<br />
Kavmahal: This special wine cellar can seat 12 for intimate<br />
dinners or private meetings.<br />
Has Oda: The ideal lounge space with international cuisine for<br />
in-house guests.<br />
Hôtel Les Ottomans will soon be opening a stylish new seafood<br />
restaurant with spectacular views of the Bosphorus.<br />
SPECIAL SERVICES<br />
Pick the perfect headrest from the pillow menu, make use of<br />
a fabulous concierge service and host a private screening in<br />
the 15-person cinema.<br />
AWARDS & RATINGS<br />
• “World’s Leading All Suite Hotel & Spa,” World Travel Awards,<br />
2010<br />
• “Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel,” World Travel Awards, 2009<br />
• “Turkey’s Leading Boutique Hotel,” World Travel Awards, 2007<br />
• 10th Best Hotel in the World, Vogue Japan<br />
• Featured on Condé Nast Traveller’s 2007 Hot List of best<br />
new luxury hotels<br />
• “Best of the Best” by Robb Report<br />
AFFILIATION<br />
Small Luxury Hotels of the World<br />
LES OTTOMANS FROM THE BOSPHORUS<br />
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<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
UK<br />
LONDON<br />
THE HALKIN<br />
The Halkin is a haven in the heart of London’s Belgravia, promising discreet luxury<br />
where service is efficient and intimacy matters. The look is elegantly contemporary, and<br />
its boutique size remains enduringly appealing. This home away from home is a place<br />
to relax and be waited on, to sleep and be reinvigorated, where serenity proves to be the<br />
essence of the hotel experience.<br />
The supremely innovative design of Italian architects Laboratorio Associati of Milan is<br />
clear in the airy lobby and soaring atrium ceiling, with a stunning mural ‘skyscape’ created<br />
by Italian painter Valentino Vago. In The Halkin’s 41 guest rooms and suites comfort is<br />
fundamental and exquisite. The hotel is renowned for technically sophisticated in-room<br />
services, with state-of-the-art touch-screen consoles, on-demand movie and music<br />
selection and complimentary Wi-Fi access. For the discerning gourmand, hotel restaurant<br />
Nahm offers delectable Thai and eastern cuisine, courtesy of celebrated Australian<br />
chef David Thompson.<br />
Exquisitely exclusive, The Halkin remains the capital’s best kept secret.<br />
Location: Halkin Street, London SW1X 7DJ, UK<br />
VIP Contact: General Manager Kenneth Speirs<br />
Phone: 44-20-7333-1011; Fax: 44-20-7333-1100<br />
Email: jackie.depanizza@halkin.como.bz<br />
Website: www.halkin.como.bz<br />
NAHM<br />
HOTEL EXTERIOR<br />
THE HALKIN BAR<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: COMO SUITE<br />
Square footage: 689<br />
Nightly rate: £1,300 (about $2,135), plus VAT<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Two<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: One, a spacious marble bathroom featuring<br />
separate bathtub and walk-in shower<br />
Suite style: Furnished to a superlative standard, the suite offers<br />
an uncluttered elegant style using pale creams and warm<br />
Pomele Sapele veneers. Bespoke Italian design is combined<br />
with Oriental influences to create unparalleled comfort and<br />
tranquility. The spacious separate seating and dressing areas<br />
feature carefully selected Asian antiques. Designed by Italian<br />
architects, Laboratorio Associati.<br />
Key selling points: Each of the four COMO Suites boasts a<br />
spacious private balcony accessible via the separate lounge<br />
area. Enjoy private dining for up to six guests, along with<br />
immaculate private butler service. At the heart of the hotel’s<br />
philosophy are advanced technology amenities, including bedside<br />
control panels for lighting, room service, butler, alarm<br />
calls and world-time information (available in nine languages).<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 17<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT & BAR<br />
Nahm: The cuisine at this acclaimed David Thompson Thai<br />
restaurant is authentic and innovative, and private dining facilities<br />
are available for up to 30.<br />
Contact: Manager Max Hohenwater, 44-20-7333-1234;<br />
res@nahm.como.bz<br />
The Halkin Bar: An intimate bar popular for light bites, afternoon<br />
tea and wine flights.<br />
SPA & FITNESS<br />
The hotel’s fitness center features two treadmills, a cross trainer,<br />
various free weights and a stretching area. Expert personal<br />
trainers are available upon request. COMO Shambhala spa<br />
treatments are available nearby at The Halkin’s sister property,<br />
the Metropolitan London hotel.<br />
AWARDS & RATINGS<br />
• AA five-star<br />
• Bronze in Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental<br />
Efforts, Green Tourism Business Scheme, 2010
living area / aria suite<br />
toP sUite: aria sUite<br />
Square footage: 785<br />
Nightly rate: £1,000<br />
Number of rooms in suite: three<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: two, one with bath and shower and one with<br />
shower<br />
Suite style: Brand new and über cool, the suite offers a light,<br />
bright modern living space incorporating stylish italian furniture<br />
and a clever use of mirrors.<br />
Key selling points: set in the peaceful heart of residential Mayfair,<br />
this luxe suite features two double bedrooms, a living room with<br />
dining area and fully equipped kitchen, high specification audio<br />
visual system, soundproofing and everything else you would<br />
expect of a hotel with five-star service in central london.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 10<br />
toP restaUrants & Bar<br />
The Grill: an opulent, richly colored and textured restaurant<br />
presided over by masterful head chef simon Henbery, who<br />
turns out inspirational european cuisine using local seasonal<br />
ingredients.<br />
Contact: Food & Beverage Manager Darren Mcgarry,<br />
44-20-7499-0000; thegrill@flemings.co.uk<br />
The Front Room: newly renovated and breathtaking in its<br />
flamboyance, this is the place for afternoon tea for lovers of<br />
champagne, cupcakes and unique savory delights.<br />
Cocktail Bar & Tea Rooms: One of the city’s coolest venues<br />
combines a luscious cobalt blue interior, Murano glass chandeliers<br />
and a unique Couture Cocktail Collection.<br />
sPeCial serViCes<br />
Flemings Hotel offers exceptionally sophisticated spaces<br />
for celebrations and meetings including the looking glass<br />
room and Private Dining room, seating up to 24 people.<br />
award<br />
Best new Brand at luxury Marketing Council europe luxuria<br />
awards 2010<br />
aFFiliation<br />
Jg Black Book of travel<br />
Flemings Hotel, mayFair<br />
a chic and discreet townhouse hotel, newly renovated Flemings is one of the oldest<br />
established hotels in london. this hidden Mayfair gem is ideally located off legendary<br />
Piccadilly and opposite the spectacular green Park. the hotel has undergone a multi-<br />
million pound refurbishment including the fantastically flamboyant Front Room, where<br />
champagne and cupcakes are served. Flemings is the new place for afternoon tea in<br />
london, with the glamorous Cocktail Bar & Tea Rooms perfect for seriously exotic<br />
cocktails. Head chef simon Henbery, who comes from Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen, gives<br />
an unexpected twist to The Grill’s european fare, adding much flair to the beautifully<br />
appointed restaurant. With 129 inviting and extremely comfortable rooms, including 10<br />
spacious suites, Flemings exudes quintessential style.<br />
Location: Half Moon Street, London W1J 7BH, UK<br />
VIP Contact: General Manager Simon Scarborough<br />
Phone: 44-20-7499-0000; Fax: 44-20-7499-1817<br />
Email: simon.scarborough@flemings.co.uk<br />
Website: www.flemings.co.uk<br />
COCktail Bar<br />
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LIVING AREA / PRESIDENTIAL SUITE FRANK SINATRA<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: PRESIDENTIAL SUITE FRANK SINATRA<br />
Square footage: 1,290<br />
Nightly rate: From about $3,116<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Four<br />
Number of entrances to suite: One<br />
Number of baths: Two, with marble and mosaic tiles, each<br />
with a Jacuzzi and a spacious shower with massaging nozzles<br />
Suite style: Elegant neo-classical style of northern Italy, with<br />
hand-painted roses, Carrara marble and fine boiserie<br />
Key selling points: This exclusive suite features a large living<br />
room, elegantly furnished and equipped with the latest technologies:<br />
3 LCD TVs (one 42-inch), Wi-Fi, Bose speakers with<br />
iPod dock. Wide windows offer beautiful views over the Tofane<br />
mountains, and the suite’s two bedrooms have king-size beds<br />
and big walk-in closets. There’s also a private spa right in the<br />
suite, including a Turkish bath, with a personal masseur on<br />
call for a relaxing in-room massage amid the scent of fragrant<br />
essential oils. For extra space, this stunning suite can be<br />
connected to two other rooms for a total of 1,938 square feet.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 22<br />
SPA & FITNESS<br />
Cristallo Ultimate SPA: This fully loaded spa offers a panoramic<br />
indoor swimming pool, thermarium and solarium, plus the<br />
exclusive Transvital Swiss Beauty Center and the Cristallo<br />
FitWell Club with ultra-luxurious gym facilities.<br />
Contact: Spa Director Chiara Mazzucco, 39-0436-881730;<br />
transvital@cristallo.it<br />
Signature treatment: The Regenerating Experience for Face<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANT<br />
La Veranda del Cristallo: Gourmands are invited to dine on<br />
striking Mediterranean-influenced cuisine that blends tradition<br />
with innovation, using the very best of local produce.<br />
Contact: Manager Ursula Chioma, 39-0436-881700;<br />
ursula.chioma@cristallo.it<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> GOLF<br />
Cortina Golf Club: This brand new club with international-circuit<br />
aspirations offers a breathtakingly beautiful course surrounded<br />
by majestic mountain scenery. Nine of its 18 holes are complete<br />
and open to golf enthusiasts.<br />
Contact: 39-0436-860952; info@cortinagolf.it<br />
CRISTALLO HOTEL SPA & GOLF<br />
In the attractive landscape of the Dolomites, in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the most exclusive<br />
alpine location, stands the Cristallo Hotel Spa & Golf. Established in 1901, the completely<br />
restructured hotel offers five-star luxury accommodations and service, not to mention<br />
resplendent natural beauty all around. Each of the 74 accommodations, including 22<br />
suites, boasts a unique décor, the style of one differing from the next. Among these are<br />
five Royal Suites and two Presidential Suites, fully fledged apartments, with top-level<br />
comforts and amenities. Choosing the Cristallo Hotel Spa & Golf for ski getaways,<br />
relaxing five-star holidays, or corporate meetings and incentives, means entering a<br />
world of privileges and luxury without compromises, immersed in a fin de siècle<br />
atmosphere, where guests enjoy evocative, unparalleled moments.<br />
Location: Via Rinaldo Menardi 42, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno – Veneto, Italy<br />
VIP Contact: General Manager Giorgio Borgonovo<br />
Phone: 39-0436-881111; Fax: 39-0436-870110<br />
Email: giorgio.borgonovo@cristallo.it<br />
Website: www.cristallo.it/elite<br />
HOTEL EXTERIOR<br />
<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
ITALY<br />
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO<br />
51
62<br />
<strong>EUROPE</strong><br />
UK<br />
LONDON<br />
CORINTHIA HOTEL LONDON<br />
The 294-room Corinthia Hotel London is housed within a grand Victorian building just<br />
off Trafalgar Square that offers sweeping views across London’s most popular landmarks.<br />
This 21st-century grand hotel provides unrivaled world-class luxury with superb amenities<br />
including The Northall restaurant, serving the best in British produce, Massimo<br />
Restaurant & Oyster Bar, headed by chef patron Massimo Riccioli, and the musically<br />
inspired destination bar Bassoon. Home to ESPA Life at Corinthia, a next-generation<br />
spa spread across four floors, the hotel also boasts among the largest rooms and suites<br />
in London, an original restored ballroom, Victorian columns and tall windows that let in<br />
swathes of natural light.<br />
Located in the heart of the capital, the flagship Corinthia Hotel London is the ninth of<br />
Corinthia Hotels’ collection of five-star properties founded by the Pisani family of Malta<br />
and created by experts with a passion for world-class service.<br />
Location: Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD, UK<br />
VIP Contact: Director of Sales Marianne Kassapian<br />
Phone: 44-20-7930-8181<br />
Email: marianne.kassapian@corinthia.com<br />
Website: www.corinthia.com<br />
FRONT ENTRANCE<br />
BASSOON<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> SUITE: THE ROYAL SUITE<br />
Square footage: 5,059<br />
Nightly rate: Available upon request<br />
Number of rooms in suite: Nine (living room, study, dining<br />
room, kitchen, walk-in wine cellar, master bedroom, guest<br />
bedroom, spa treatment room and gym)<br />
Number of baths: Two and one half-bath, lined with Italian<br />
marble, with a fireplace and free-standing carved stone tub<br />
in the master bath<br />
Suite style: Regal grandeur fit for the 21st century, by GA<br />
Design International<br />
Key selling points: The largest suite in London overflows with<br />
the city’s very best, including 180-degree views of the Thames,<br />
a private spa treatment room, 24-hour butler service, walk-in<br />
wine cellar, sweeping circular spiral staircase, private internal<br />
elevator, oval 10-seat dining room with gold leaf ceiling, private<br />
kitchen, private gym, two-story crystal chandelier, a fire pit<br />
on the terrace and the option of connecting to two additional<br />
bedrooms.<br />
Number of suites in hotel: 43<br />
SPA SERVICES<br />
ESPA Life at Corinthia: ESPA, the award-winning, international<br />
spa company, has redefined spa excellence at Corinthia Hotel<br />
London with ESPA Life. This pioneering next-generation spa<br />
will be unsurpassed for its never-before-seen, fully integrative<br />
lifestyle solutions and luxury spa treatments, chic and innovative<br />
design and the finest service and expertise.<br />
Contact: Spa Director Martine Fehr, 44-20-7930-8181;<br />
espalife.london@corinthia.com<br />
<strong>TOP</strong> RESTAURANTS & BAR<br />
The Northall: This world-class restaurant offers fresh, seasonal<br />
British dining in a sophisticated, refined setting.<br />
Contact: Manager Nadir Suleman, 44-20-7930-8181;<br />
nadir.suleman@corinthia.com<br />
Massimo Restaurant & Oyster Bar: Chef patron Massimo<br />
Riccioli is the mastermind behind this Mediterranean seafood<br />
eatery whose dishes showcase the ocean’s bounty.<br />
Contact: Manager Guillaume Glipa, 44-20-7998-0555;<br />
guillaume.glipa@corinthia.com<br />
Bassoon: A contemporary bar with a relaxed, intimate ambience<br />
serving an innovative array of classic and bespoke cocktails.
58<br />
EuropE<br />
Spain<br />
Menorca<br />
SaleS OppOrtunity<br />
Bonnin SanSó<br />
eState agentS<br />
Find your dream mediterranean property with menorca’s leading estate agency Bonnin<br />
Sansó, offering more than 20 years experience and a portfolio of over 3,000 properties on<br />
the sun-drenched islands of menorca and mallorca. although the agency is renowned<br />
for providing an efficient, multilingual and exclusive personalized service, it continually<br />
strives towards improvement and development.<br />
Whether you’re in search of the perfect repurposed farm house in the heart of menorca,<br />
a cozy terraced house hidden among the narrow streets of ancient towns or simply airy<br />
apartments and holiday homes minutes from the golden beaches, Bonnin Sansó will help<br />
you hone in on the right purchase. the agency is also well equipped to take a client’s<br />
property search one step further, with a trusted team of architects, surveyors, constructors<br />
and designers at the ready if you’re looking to design your ideal island abode.<br />
Location: Carrer nou 14-16, Mahon, Menorca, Baleric Islands, Spain<br />
VIP Contact: Director Kerry Phillips<br />
Phone: 34-971-350-405; Fax: 34-971-363-458<br />
Email: kerry@bonninsanso.com<br />
Website: www.bonninsanso.com<br />
pool terrace / amanecer, cala llonga<br />
toP ProPertY: aManecer, cala llonga<br />
this spectacular property offers an extraordinary opportunity<br />
to live the waterfront life. the luxurious, 10,400-square-foot<br />
villa touts a front-line position with panoramic views of the<br />
port of mahon. enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the extensive<br />
and carefully laid out garden and terrace areas, or simply<br />
relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi or take a dip in the crystal-clear<br />
infinity pool.<br />
SPecial SerViceS<br />
• A bird’s eye view of the property you’re interested in from<br />
Bonnin Sansó’s cessna plane or from a robinson 44 helicopter<br />
• Recommendations of expert local English-speaking professionals,<br />
including lawyers, accountants and insurers, who<br />
will make buying abroad a breeze<br />
• Support with obtaining mortgage quotes from different banks<br />
tHe iSlanD<br />
menorca is a UneSco Biosphere reserve, a testament to<br />
the island’s natural beauty and resources. one of Spain’s<br />
best kept secrets, menorca boasts 134 miles of coastline dotted<br />
with resorts and featuring fabulous stretches of golden sands,<br />
crystalline turquoise waters, secluded bays, whitewashed<br />
houses in charming fishing villages, a golf course and unspoiled<br />
landscapes of stunning floral displays interrupted only by a<br />
network of traditional drystone walls.<br />
calm BayS golden BeacheS<br />
FornellS harBor