The world's tallest tower, developed by Emaar Properties, was unveiled last night to a crowd of thousands and the world in a crescendo of fireworks, lasers and fountain displays. The official height of the tower, unveiled as 'Burj Khalifa', was announced as 828 metres (2,716.5 ft).
The luxurious Plantation Estate at Paradise Point at Kailua Bay offers classic beachfront villa elegance at its finest. In December 2008 and 2009, President Barack Obama and his family personally selected the Plantation Estate as their Hawaii luxury vacation home.
Even before arriving at Paris' stunning Hotel Fouquet's Barriere, we were contacted by the concierge staff. Do we prefer roses or orchids in our suite? How about our pillow and soft-drink preferences? Oh and what type of music would we like programmed in the state-of-the art TV/sound system and for the TV over the soaking tub?
First-timers are quickly won over by French Country Waterways' definition of luxury barging, so its no surprise that more than half the guests are repeat travelers. But what if you're a die-hard, traditional cruiser? How will you fare? Fabulously if you adore gourmet cuisine, fine French wine, and intimate accommodations.
Tickets are now available for the internationally acclaimed Wright Plus 2010 housewalk, showcasing rare interior tours of private homes created by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries in historic Oak Park and River Forest, Illinois.
In 2011, for the very first time, Silversea's new Silver Spirit will embark on a full World Cruise traversing both hemispheres.
The Yachts of Seabourn is offering a range of new optional pre-, mid- and post-cruise Seabourn Journeys in Asia that can be combined with the company's Asia voyages offered year-round in China, Korea, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam aboard Seabourn Pride in 2010.
Experience the wilds of Alaska – whales, fjords, bears, eagles, glaciers and more – up close and personal in a lovingly restored and iconic private yacht from yesteryear.
Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations, unveils its new Yachtsmen's Discovery Wine Program featuring Wines By The Glass, Wine Flights and Wine Tastings.
When she debuts in winter 2011, Oceania Cruises' new Marina will be the first ship to offer luxury suites completely appointed from furniture and fabrics to lighting and bedding using the acclaimed Ralph Lauren Home collection. Glamorous Owner's Suites offer 2,500+ square feet of palatial Luxury.
Travel + Leisure named both Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain as one of the 500 World's Best Hotels. The January 2010 issue puts both resorts on the very top of the Caribbean list, restating Jade Mountain voted as No. 1 by readers.
The luxury boutique Hotel Heritage, located in the heart of the beautifully preserved medieval city of Bruges, has successfully joined the family of the exclusive Relais & Chateaux member hotels.
After several years in the making, Scrub Island will debut a selection of deluxe ocean-view guest rooms and one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites as well as a full-service marina, luxury spa and health club on February 11, 2010.
Silversea Cruises' newest ultra-luxury ship, Silver Spirit, welcomed guests aboard its maiden voyage, an 11-day "Holiday Spirit" departing from Barcelona on Dec. 23 and concluding in Lisbon after visiting Malaga, Gibraltar, Cadiz, Casablanca and Tangier.
The Pillars Hotel at New River Sound in Fort Lauderdale announced that it is offering full-day and half-day charters departing from its dock, upon its luxurious new Italian-style boat, "T/T The Pillars" (Tender to The Pillars).
