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vogue on summertime escapes
We all know that last-minute travel is trendy in 2009. Some of those who would normally book holidays six months out are waiting until the 11th hour to pick a spot, pack up, and go.
Vogue blogged about last-minute escapes this week. Not your run-of-the-mill weekend getaways but far-flung jaunts into worlds more exotic than our own, like Florence and [...]
- … it’s good to be first
In celebration of Crystal Cruises 20th Anniversary in 2010, here is a list of 20-1st that are making over the concept of luxury cruising:
1. Feng Shui spa
2. EcoHangers
3. WALKVESTS® (Walk-On-Water program)
4. Vintage Room
5. Chef Nobu
6. ComputerUniversity @ Sea
7. Technology Concierge
8. MiG jet
9. Running with the Bulls
10. Mixologist
11. Bhutan
12. Cleveland Clinic
13. Creative Learning Institute
14. SeaMobileTM Cellular [...]
- island wi-fi
Ever booted up your laptop while traveling only to discover that there was no wireless internet available or that the service costs an arm and a leg? The small machine suddenly morphs from an information powerhouse into a useless hunk of plastic only good for playing spider solitaire, making us wonder why internet was created [...]
- move over metro
Reduce your carbon footprint and cover more ground around the capital with Park Hyatt Washington’s complimentary Bicycles at the Park program. The rentals last four hours, allowing plenty of time for a scenic ride, and perhaps a picnic lunch. The new hybrid bicycles are comfortable and sturdy, no matter the terrain. For a leisurely ride, [...]
- pay homage to the cheese pope in switzerland
This month, Gourmet profiles Rolf Beeler, dubbed the Swiss “Cheese Pope.” Beeler is a finisher who works with artisanal cheesemakers around Switzerland to cultivate, age, and coax their products into something transcendent. As the magazine mentions, French Laundry in California and Gramercy Tavern in New York both import his cheeses. And thanks to the cutting-edge buyers at Whole Foods, you can [...]
- cure wrinkles at met london
On July 1, 2009 the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape spa in London’s Metropolitan hotel will introduce a new Dr. Perricone “Wrinkle Cure” day program (£175) to complement the doc’s anti-ageing facials already on offer. The package includes the following:
The Perricone Performance Facial - the spa’s Perricone specialist consults with guests to tailor a treatment to [...]
- björn-jour stockholm, farvel københavn!
Crystal Cruises is showcasing the best of the Baltic this summer with its 7-day cruise, “Northern Getaway,” aboard Crystal Symphony. Departing Copenhagen August 5 en route to Stockholm, Symphony calls in Tallinn, Estonia, spends three full days in St. Petersburg and overnights in Sweden’s capital. Experience the highlights of Nordic culture with Crystal Adventures, and [...]
- in to africa
As easily as Meryl Streep and Robert Redford fell for each other in 20th century Kenya, Thailand-based luxury resort and spa developer, Anantara, makes its historic entry into North Africa, announcing the development of two unique hotels in Morrocco. Anantara Marrakech Resort & Spa and Anantara Mogador Resort & Spa, are both scheduled to open [...]
- walk the walk
To truly understand any locale, one must walk it. Whether you stroll, jog, hike, or simply meander, walking is the best way to soak up a new destination (not to mention it works to reduce our carbon footprint!). Through foot-guided tours, one can experience a location’s rare wildlife, spectacular views, geological marvels, and historical landmarks. [...]
- hen weekend at the halkin
The wedding season is here; just take a glance at the calendar to see weekends into September blocked off for “I do’s”. For those brides-to-be who still have a few weeks or months to go, it’s time to take a break from invitations, registries, and seating charts; to leave the florist calls for Monday; and to gather the girls [...]