Sunday, April 5, 2009

Conrad Chicago — Chicago, IL, United States

Each of the 311 guestrooms and suites welcome guests with a warm color palette enriched by deep textured finishes and plush fabrics synonoumous with Conrad Hotels and Resort's signature contemporary decor. Guestrooms feature 500 thread-count Pratesi linens and terry, custom quilted headboard, bedding accents, ergonomic leather chair, lounge chair with ottoman, modern art and soft lighting.In addition, all guest rooms feature an abundance of tech-savvy amenities, including 42-inch plasma flat screen televisions complete with surround sound, Hi-fi Bose 3-2-1 entertainment systems, complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet access, and iHome alarm clocks with charging/docking station.
In addition to the hotel's well-appointed guestrooms and suites with views of the Chicago skyline, the Conrad Chicago offers over 12,000 square feet of meeting and conference space. All meeting space is conveniently located on the sixth, eighth and tenth floors, divisible into 13 rooms, featuring the latest technology and high-speed wired and wireless internet connections. The business center is centrally located on the eighth floor, available twenty-four hours each day, offering full executive services.

Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie — Rome, Italy



The Hotel de Russie is a luxury five-star hotel located in the heart of the beautiful city of Rome between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo on the Via del Babuino. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Rome's key attractions, fashion houses and Via Condotti.

The most unique luxury hotel in Rome, Hotel de Russie, designed by the Architect Valadier, provides a stunning feature - extensive, terraced gardens which guarantee a tranquil oasis amidst the bustle of central Rome.

This unique Secret Garden offer you the opportunity to relax with a drink in the fashionable Stravinskij Bar and Le Jardin de Russie Restaurant offers a wonderful taste of the Mediterranean cuisine.

Do not miss an unforgettable experience at the De Russie Wellness Zone, one of Rome's best health clubs with a hydropool, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish steam bath, beauty treatments and gym.

The Leela Kempinski — Mumbai, India




Set amidst 11 acres of lush landscaped gardens, cascading waterfalls, lotus pools and fountains, The Leela Kempinski Mumbai, only 1.5 kms from the international airport and in proximity to the North Mumbai Central Business District, is an enclave of tranquillity midst the hustle and bustle of India's commercial capital. Here, the culture, mystique and hospitality of India blends with modern facilities and services to give Mumbai's finest business hotel of the country. In a city of lively contemporary culture, this 5-star deluxe hotel combines state-of-the-art technology with tasteful decor to create a haven for the guests, welcoming both business and leisure travellers with warm graciousness.

Fairmont Singapore — Singapore, Singapore

The Fairmont Singapore hotel is ideally situated at the crossroads of Singapore's business, cultural, entertainment and shopping districts. It offers 769 luxurious guest rooms and suites, a collection of 16 distinctive restaurants and bars and 70,000 square feet of prime meeting space - all supported by award-winning service teams.

In addition, guests have access to the Willow Stream Spa, one of the largest spa facilities in Asia, offering the best in spa and fitness services.Luxury and style in the heart of Southeast Asia Singapore is ot only the economic and trade hub of Southeast Asia, but also a cosmopolitan, vibrant mix of contrasts—where history and modernity coincide comfortably, and East meets West to create an astonishing melting pot of cultures. With glittering displays of world-class shopping, fine cuisine and dazzling entertainment, and a pragmatic center of business and finance, this island-state offers friendly charms like no other destination. There's no better way to enjoy this captivating city than by staying in the heart of it all, in the unrivaled elegance and luxury of the award-winning and contemporary Fairmont Singapore.

The Carlyle, a Rosewood Hotel — New York, NY, United States




A timeless classic, The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, has been called home by leaders in world affairs, business, society, entertainment and the arts since its debut in 1930. Brilliantly positioned on Madison Avenue, it is a true New York landmark -- a showcase of great art, a purveyor of privacy and a sanctuary of refined taste. Guests feel truly ensconced in an elegant private residential atmosphere, which includes a discreet and polished staff as well as world-class dining and entertainment. Located in the heart of Manhattan, The Carlyle offers sweeping views of Central Park and easy access to the encircling Upper East Side galleries and boutiques, as well as the nearby "Museum Mile." Each of the Carlyle's 180 rooms and suites have been individually decorated and appointed with the finest fabrics, rugs, boudoir chairs and Frette linens. The walls are adorned with original Audubon prints, architectural renderings by Piranesi and English country scenes by Kips. Some accommodations feature private terraces, grand pianos and spectacular views of the city's skyline. Suites, priced by size, space and exposure, offer separate sitting rooms with powder room.

Jumeirah Essex House — New York, NY, United States




Built in 1931, the Essex House is a well-known feature of Manhattan, recognised throughout the world as a model of graceful elegance and art-deco sophistication. Ideally located in the heart of New York City, Jumeirah Essex House offers an unbeatable location that has lured dignitaries, celebrities and world leaders for years. Enjoy our stylish setting, nestled between the beauty of Central Park and the buzz of Broadway, and surround yourself in elegance and style. Welcome to Jumeirah Essex House. Relax and stay a while.

Claridges — London, United Kingdom



Claridge's, the epitome of grand English style, is situated on the corner of Brook Street and Davies Street and is within easy reach of Hyde Park, Park Lane, Bond Street and Oxford Street. For over a century the hotel has enjoyed the patronage of the most illustrious families, leaders and dignitaries from around the world. Showcasing the highest standards for hospitality and service, this society venue has received numerous prestigious awards in its distinguished history.

In 1999 Claridge's embarked on the first major designer restoration since the 1930s, when David Collins was invited to create a new cocktail bar. New York-based designer Thierry Despont was brought in to revitalize the Foyer area. Using archive photographs of the Ballroom Extension that dated from the early 1930s as inspiration, the space was completely made over in a modern art deco style, with a stunning, and completely up-to-the minute Dale Chihuly chandelier as its centerpiece. A dramatic and notable way for Claridge's to enter the 21st Century. Thierry Despont went on to create Gordon Ramsay at Claridge's, London's most glamorous restaurant.