Recommend February 2016 - (Page 28)
Europe
Tres Chic
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Grab a front row seat to this star-studded runway show of new European hotels.
1. We've Discovered Atlantis...and It's in Zurich
2. Oceanside Bliss...in Albufeira
The past mingles exquisitely with the present in the newly reborn
Atlantis by Giardino, located at the foot of the Uetliberg mountain
in Zurich. After some time in neglect, the storied, 95-room and -suite
Atlantis hotel-known as a grand dame of Swiss hospitality-has
been transformed and is now ready for her close-up. Located near
Zurich's city-center and cultural landmarks, guests at this Design
Hotels member, which showcases furniture from the '60s and '70s
interspersed with modern pieces, will love the Hide & Seek Bar,
featuring a replica vault, as well as the adjoining restaurant, offering
unique fusion cuisine. The spacious accommodations are divine with
dark parquet flooring, suede-look walls and wood accents. Onsite gems
include the fine dining restaurant, Ecco Zurich, and the dipiu spa,
with its own yoga and Pilates studio, as well as an outdoor pool with
jaw-dropping views of the mountain forests. Packages through Design
Hotels start at $581 per night. designhotels.com/atlantis-by-giardino
This June will see the opening of the Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites, A Luxury
Collection Resort that's part of the Pine Cliffs resort development in
Albufeira, Portugal. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the
148 Ocean Suites, including 72 Premium Ocean Suites, 56 1-Bedroom Ocean
Suites and 18 2-Bedroom Ocean Suites, are ideal for those seeking a sublime
getaway in a slice of lush green paradise. These spacious suites come with
a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area that seats up to eight, and a lounge.
The amply proportioned bedrooms are furnished with signature Luxury
Collection beds and are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, plus each
master bedroom adjoins an oversized en-suite bathroom, with a spacious
bath and rainfall shower. The location itself, aside from being truly
spectacular, offers easy access-about 18 miles away-to Faro, the capital
of Algarve, Portugal's southernmost region, and of course, there's a private
beach where guests have access to an array of watersports. Golf and tennis,
too, are available. At press time, rates were unavailable. starwoodpro.com
3. When in Bath...Do Like the Locals
The Gainsborough Bath Spa, part of the YTL Hotels collection, boasts of being the first and only hotel in
the UK to offer its guests the opportunity to access and experience Bath's natural thermal waters in its spa. The
Leading Hotels of the World property features a private water reserve packed with rich natural minerals and
its Bath Circuit includes thermal pools, saunas, a steam room, and an ice alcove. Beyond the spa, the hotel
offers 99 lavishly designed rooms with two poster beds, marble bathrooms, and dramatic draperies framing
tall windows. Onsite, guests will find the Johann Lafer at The Gainsborough restaurant, showcasing a menu
that combines locally sourced English products with Asian flavors. The resort offers overnight Day Spa & Stay
packages that start at about $700 for two people. thegainsboroughbathspa.co.uk
With a stellar position overlooking the fertile
Canyamel Valley, and located only minutes
from the beach and the Balearic Sea, the
158-room and -suite Park Hyatt Mallorca
is set to debut this spring. Guests will have
access to three pools, a 7-room Wellness
Centre and Spa, an adjacent country club
featuring an all-purpose sports field, tennis
courts and an indoor heated and outdoor
pool, as well as a dedicated Beach Club near
the hotel. When they are not enjoying the
hotel's many amenities, including dining at
the Balearic Restaurant, which will serve
regional Mallorca cuisine with locally
sourced ingredients, guests can explore the
area via Alpine walking, horseback trekking,
on- and off-road cycling, and sea fishing,
among other activities. As of press time, rates
were not available. mallorca.park.hyatt.com
28 february 2016
"
Luxury is changing. A big change is
hotels. They have to create an experience.
So what if there is a spa? Do you have
outstanding original artwork? Does your
staff know the cool local spots? NOT
tourist spots! Where do I eat that has the
up-and-coming chef? Is the bar at the
hotel a spot locals hang out in? Clients
want a good thread count, but so much
more. Experiences are what make tongues
wag these days. An example of a company
that has figured it out is the Firmdale
group in London and NY-spot-on luxe
boutique. The First hotel in Rome changes
artwork in guestrooms monthly; staff is
outstanding; location is central.
"
4. A Suite Stay Awaits...
In Mallorca
-Lynn Ciccarelli, Owner, Bella Vacations;
accredited Virtuoso agent
5. Irresistible...Exhilarating
These hotels might not be new, but
their packages are worth taking note
of. Fashionistas are going to want
to get their hands on the new menu
of cocktails created by Parisian chef
Yannick Alleno at Sofitel Paris
Le Faubourg's Bar du Faubourg.
Inspired by the visual beauty and
luxe textures of couture fashion,
libations include the "Christian" (as
in Dior), a champagne cocktail with
floral notes; the "Yves" (as in St.
Laurent), with a Moroccan flavor of
spicy mandarin; and the "Gabrielle,"
reminiscent of Coco Chanel's
creations decorated with a black
ribbon. sofitel.com
To go all couture, clients need
to look fab, and for that we've
got the David Millar Ultimate
Cycling Weekends at Mallorca's
Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel &
Spa, April 7-11 and 14-18. This
4-night experience includes a stay
at Jumeirah; morning briefs, and
dinners with Millar, among other
inclusions. Cyclists have access to
renowned climbs: Puig Major, Sa
Calobra and Coll de Soller.
Rates start at about $3,800 pp.
jumeirah.com
recommend.com
http://www.designhotels.com/atlantis-by-giardino
http://www.starwoodpro.com
http://thegainsboroughbathspa.co.uk
http://www.sofitel.com
http://mallorca.park.hyatt.com
http://www.jumeirah.com
http://www.recommend.com
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Recommend February 2016
Editor’s Notes
Hotel Desk: Spa Offerings
Tour Talk: Upscale Bookings
Different Visions of Luxury for Fast Escapes
Viva Ziva!
Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal Don Pablo Collection
Sailing With the Stars
Kenya, Wildly Appealing
Luxe Escapes
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