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Luxury Spa in London Launches New Treatments

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:39:05 +0000

Newly inaugurated, The Landmark Spa, located in the Landmark London Hotel, announces the launch of a range of Ayurvedic treatments to extend their luxury spa treatment offerings.

The Landmark Spa, located in the Landmark London Hotel, announces the launch of a range of Ayurvedic treatments to extend their luxury spa treatment offerings.
Based on traditional Indian medicinal therapies, Ayurvedic treatments are simultaneously relaxing and revitalizing. The Landmark Spa therapists have undertaken specialist training to perform these treatments. The Ayurvedic Spa treatments utilises a holistic approach, begins with a personal consultation, and tailors each therapy to the needs of the individual, accounting for factors such as lifestyle and diet.
The Landmark Spa has added six Ayurvedic therapies to their comprehensive treatment menu:

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Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty Participates in Luxury Real Estate Conference

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:23:10 +0000

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty (DGSIR) recently participated in the 5th Annual Sotheby’s International Realty® Leadership Forum. This dynamic, three-day event provided a unique opportunity for a number of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty’s key executives, department heads and managers to network and share best practices with the top brokers, owners and managers of other firms affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty.

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STEVEN KAMALI HOSPITALITY, INC. ANNOUNCES MAJOR EXPANSION

admin — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 13:01:21 +0000

Steven M. Kamali today announces the unprecedented expansion of his company, a full-service firm providing real estate, trend, development, operations, and branding counsel to the hospitality, restaurant, and nightlife industries. Kamali is the driving force behind some of the most successful venues in New York City and beyond, including Surf Lodge in Montauk and Smyth Tribeca, A Thompson Hotel; and this quarter, will triple the size of his staff and finalize numerous exciting projects—including full overhauls of dining concepts for both the Paramount and Carlton hotels.

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Ascend Collection from Choice Hotels International Announces First Member Hotel for Canada

admin — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:00:43 +0000

Inn on the Lake Hotel Marks the First Canadian Property for Upscale Hotel Membership Collection

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH) is pleased to announce the addition of its first member hotel in Canada for the company’s Ascend Collection—the Inn on the Lake hotel of Fall River, Nova Scotia. Ascend Collection is an elite network of Historic, Unique and Boutique hotels across the United States and the Caribbean.

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Carlyle Residences Hosts Broker Event Featuring Larry King

admin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:49:41 +0000

Saturday, December 5th – tour the newly completed Carlyle Residences and meet celebrity resident Larry King.

A development of The Elad Group, The Carlyle Residences is the last luxury hi-rise to be built on the Wilshire Corridor. “We’re delighted The Carlyle is now 100% complete,” says Tom Elliot COO of Elad Properties West. “The timing is perfect given the slight upswing in the super luxury real estate market.”

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Redefining Luxury Living at Park Place on Seagrove Beach

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:52:06 +0000

Park Place on Seagrove Beach, a luxury Gulf-front condominium development is garnering attention with its unique architecture and South Florida-inspired style. The exclusive 19 unit development debuted in 2007 and only a few units remain available for purchase. Park Place is centrally located just two miles east of Seaside and includes 200’ of pristine private beach. Architect Bill Williams of Williams-Blackstock Architects of Birmingham, Ala. designed the impressive steel and concrete construction building with classic features. Park Place was developed by Ray Fitzpatrick and Steve Chambers, the team also responsible for the popular The Village of South Walton, a condominium community adjacent to Rosemary Beach.

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THE ST. REGIS® BAL HARBOUR RESORT OFFERS FIRST GLIMPSE OF LUXURY LIFESTYLE THROUGH INNOVATIVE VIRTUAL TOUR

admin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:48:56 +0000

Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., a part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., has introduced a virtual tour of The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort.

Now, future residents and travelers can visit The St. Regis Bal Harbour Virtual Tour* for a unique preview inside the St. Regis lifestyle. Scheduled for completion in 2011, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is situated on an expansive stretch of white sand beach at the northern tip of Miami Beach across the street from the famous Bal Harbour Shops.

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Luxury Boutique Hotel Paris

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:58:32 +0000

Paris is inundated with luxury hotels, many of them extremely expensive. But there are some superb luxury boutique hotels, which are off the beaten track and far less expensive. The Four Seasons could hardly be considered a boutique hotel, although it is in the luxury class, with private terraces looking out across Paris; 17th-century tapestries, lovingly restored; and a spirit that lives on in thoroughly reborn, highly advanced spaces, the Four Seasons George V Paris is a beautiful tasteful hotel.

Kendall-Jackson Chef Focus of Better Homes & Gardens' Thanksgiving Issue

admin — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:21:30 +0000

The cover story of Better Homes & Gardens' November issue is an 11-page photo/story featuring Thanksgiving at the home of Kendall-Jackson executive chef Justin Wangler.

The idea is that Thanksgiving can be simple and economical–in keeping with the times–yet be just as wonderful as in the best of days. Wangler, who is executive chef for the Kendall-Jackson Winery in Santa Rosa, demonstrates how he creates an easy Thanksgiving meal–much of it prepared in advance–for his friends and family at his home. The article features 10 recipes and turkey preparation tips, as well as wine pairing suggestions with Kendall-Jackson's Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling wines.

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Marriott Announces Timeshare Segment Charge; Notes Third Quarter 2009 REVPAR Ahead of Expectations

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:46:45 +0000

Marriott International, Inc. (“Marriott”) (NYSE:MAR) today announced third quarter 2009 pre-tax impairment charges of approximately $760 million associated with its timeshare segment. The charges largely relate to the company’s plans to reduce prices and development at luxury fractional and residential resorts to accelerate cash flow. “The decisions we announced today were made to enable us to drive long-term cash flow and profitability in our timeshare business,” said Arne Sorenson, Marriott’s president and chief operating officer.

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