Since its construction in 1884, Falaknuma Palace has rarely been open to visitors, save for special guests of the Nizam like the King and Queen of England. All that will change this spring when Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces opens Taj Falaknuma Palace, one of the most remarkable sights of Hyderabad. Set on a hillock, Falaknuma means 'heavenly abode' and the architecture is a singularly transcendent blend of Italian and Tudor design.
The Lanesborough, a premier luxury hotel in London offering distinguished residential-style service in elegantly historic surroundings, has been bestowed a prestigious Michelin star for 'Apsleys - a Heinz Beck Restaurant.'
There is no doubt that the ever exciting life of a globe trotter seems glamorous, invigorating and only has one drawback: jetlag. Celebrities, business executives, socialites as well as the average Joe suffer from this pesky inconvenience when crossing time zones. However, the easy fix to this nuisance could be found around your wrist.
Painted skies, living statues and Las Vegas' first celebrity chef. The Forum Shops at Caesars continues to lead the retail industry both domestically and internationally by setting trends and being "first" in the Las Vegas market. Early 2010 will be no exception as Las Vegas' first Max Brenner, Chocolate by the Bald Man and Christian Audigier are set to be opened this year.
Today's modern family often gets caught up in the rushed routine of homework, chores, jobs and activities, leaving very little time to relax and even less time to explore the wilderness in her untarnished glory.
From the water's edge on the Bosphorus to a lagoon in Fiji and closer to home, from the California coast to the rooftops of New York City...for a romantic dinner à deux, the locations don't get any better than this! (Listings aren't in any particular order)
The Mirror Lake Inn's 5th Annual Festival of Food and Wine takes place April 22-25, where they welcome Master Chefs and other guest chefs to their team. You will be treated daily to culinary delights and fine wines presented by various winemakers and vineyards.
Looking for Valentine's Day weekend getaway ideas? Luxury Travel Magazine recommends these romance packages from some of the world's most romantic hotels...
St. Lucia's JADE MOUNTAIN will celebrate several food festivals in 2010 brought to you by consulting Chef Allen Susser and his team. He will explore the versatile and delicious local fruits and ingredients growing right in the resort's backyard.
Following in the great tradition of grand voyages of discovery, Orient-Express has launched its 2010 trains and cruises brochure incorporating a range of authentic new travel journeys. Crossing boarders and continents, the trains and cruises open up the heart of destinations from France, Laos, Thailand and Burma offering guests a truly unique experience.
Set among 220 acres of woodland and lakes, surrounded by icons of County Cork's rich history, Castlemartyr Resort now boasts Ireland's premier inland links-style golf course, and a one-of-a-kind clubhouse to match, at the Castlemartyr Links Golf Club.
Located in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma region of Italy, Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort is proud to announce the opening of its six new luxury Blackrose Spa Suites, bringing the total number of the resort's treatment rooms to 54 and allowing the resort to serve as one of the world's largest destination spas.
Brazil is appearing on lots of "top places to go" lists for 2010. News that the country will be hosting the World Cup in 2014 and the Summer Olympics in 2016 has put the destination front and center in the American media.
Silversea Cruises' elegant new Silver Spirit was christened in a formal ceremony held dockside on Jan. 21st at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. In a first for the company, the event was broadcast live on the Internet.
The launching of a new ship is always the occasion for celebration. Oceania Cruises has decided to "get the party started" with a multi-city road show to introduce their new ship, the Marina to travel agents and the media...and the atmosphere was certainly festive at the Jan. 27 kickoff luncheon in Phoenix. Oceania's investment in a new vessel is a positive sign for the industry and an indicator of the company's confidence in their business model.
