Hayman Island Resort

In Australia's Whitsunday Islands, Nestled Between The North East Coast Of Queensland And The Great Barrier Reef, Lies Hayman. Surrounded by idyllic coral fringed beaches and lapping the waters of the Coral Sea, on the south-western side of the island, Hayman offers 244 guest rooms, suites, penthouses and a beach villa. A Feeling Of Modern Tropical Elegance Prevails In The Guest Room Furnishings And Overall Decor Which Fully Complements The Surrounding And Provides Comfort And Privacy. The accommodation, restaurants, guest service areas, marine facilities and operational plant, have been designed to blend in with the natural beauty of the surroundings. No part of the resort is higher than four stories and throughout, shady ponds and gentle waterfalls thread their way among beautiful gardens, spacious walkways and open air lanais. This Superb Location Is The Ultimate In Island Living Where The Climate And Surroundings Encourage Relaxation And Create A Holiday Atmosphere. Hayman Has A Style As Special As Its Setting. It Is Warm And Friendly And It Is Also Australia's Most Prestigious Resort. Whether Guests Choose To Simply Relax Or Enjoy A More Active Holiday They Can Be Assured Their Time Spent On Hayman Will Be Unforgettable.

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Burj Al Arab, Dubai

The Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 metres (919 ft) out from Jumeirah beach, and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. It is an iconic structure, designed to symbolize Dubai’s urban transformation and to mimic the sail of a boat.

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Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa

Located On A Private Island Just One Mile From The Main Island Of Bora Bora And A Scenic Boat Ride From Bora Bora Airport. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort Is A Secluded Enclave On An Unspoiled Island With No Roads Or Villages With Direct Access To Spectacular Reefs Lush Gardens And Pristine Beaches. The Resort Provides Regular Boat Service To Vaitape On The Main Island And Transfers Via Boat To And From Bora Bora Airport Are Also Provided Complimentarily. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort Offers Guests The Peace And Tranquility Of A Private Island As Well As A Wide Range Of Recreational Activities And Dining Options. The Resort Is Built In Tahitian -fare- Style With Open Air Buildings Constructed With Pandanus Leaf Roofs. Guests Can Choose From A Wide Range Of Recreational Activities Like Swimming, Snorkeling, Boating, Kayaking, Outrigger Canoeing And Daily Excursions Such As Shark-feeding And Sunset Cruises On The Lagoon. It Is Also The Perfect Place To Do Absolutely Nothing But Relax. Guest Bungalows Are Built In The Traditional Tahitian Fare Style With Peaked Roofs Thatched With Pandanus Leaves. Guest Accommodations Include Polished Wooden Floors Private Lanai Terraces King Or Twin Beds Writing Desk Electric Ceiling Fans Bath With Separate Shower In-room Safe Hair Dryer Coffee And Tea-making Facilities Idd Telephones And Satellite Television. The Much Desired Overwater Bungalows Also Feature Direct Access To The Lagoon From A Lanai With Fresh Water Outdoor Shower. A Sliding Glass Top Coffee Table Is Located In Overwater Bungalows From Which Guests Can Watch And Feed The Tropical Fish In The Lagoon.

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Bauer Il Palazzo

An intimate boutique hotel within the heart of Venice, Bauer Il Palazzo is a truly authentic, Venetian-style palazzo overlooking Venice's Grand Canal. More like a sophisticated home than a hotel, it is both elegant and luxurious. Bauer Il Palazzo, with its stunning Gothic facade, reflects Venetian opulence at its best, with lavish decor and furnishings designed for the ultimate in comfort for visitors to Venice.
 Benefiting from the most spectacular vantage point in Venice, Bauer Il Palazzo is conveniently located just steps from St Mark's Square, and is close to Venice's finest shops, museums and sights. With its own private boat dock on the Grand Canal, guests arriving at Bauer Il Palazzo are greeted by the hotel's sumptuous lobby, decorated in wood panelling and antique veneered Venetian panels, a lasting impression that is reflected in the unique decor and attention to detail in each of the hotel's guest rooms and suites.
 Guests of Bauer Il Palazzo can expect a unique hotel experience, together with the ultimate in personalised service. The hotel's 36 luxurious and comfortable guest rooms and 40 suites are lavishly appointed with the finest furniture, fabrics, Murano glass chandeliers and an array of modern amenities. Each of the hotel suites is individually decorated, with many rooms featuring balconies or terraces offering spectacular views of Venice, the Grand Canal and St Mark's Basin.
 Serving some of the finest cuisine in Venice, Chef Giovanni Ciresa prepares a stunning blend of innovative international and Mediterranean dishes at the hotel's restaurant, De Pisis, with a terrace set against the spectacular backdrop of Venice's main waterway, the Grand Canal. Breakfast is served at Settimo Cielo, Bauer Il Palazzo's exclusive terrace and lounge, with magical views over Venice and the lagoon. For aperitifs and cocktails, the hotel's Bar Foyer provides an inviting and cosy atmosphere, while the Bar Gran Canale offers an elegant environment with live music each evening.
 Bauer Il Palazzo offers unsurpassed hotel facilities that include an elegantly appointed Fitness Room and Health Spa complete with the finest exercise equipment, personalised programmes and relaxing treatments and massages. Exclusive Venetian and Italian gifts, many designed and handcrafted by the artisans of Venice, are available at the hotel's Boutique.
 Experience the real Venice in the most elegant, romantic, private Venetian palazzo at Bauer Il Palazzo.

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Atlantis The Palm Hotel, Dubai

The Atlantis Hotel in Dubai is the latest word in Gulf excess - a sprawling £800million resort boasting a £13,000-a-night suite and dolphins flown in from the South Pacific, all housed on a palm tree-shaped island. This stunning luxury hotel opens today and here are some pictures in all its glory.

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Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle Dates Back To 1228 And Is Set On The Shores Of Lough Corrib - Irelands Second Largest Lake - In The Picturesque Village Of Cong. Today It Is Recognized As A World Class Resort Property In A Private Estate Of 350 Acres. Once The Home Of The Guinness Family Ashford Was The Chosen Location For The Producers And Stars During The Making Of The Epic Film The -quiet Man-. It Has Also Played Host To President And Mrs. Reagan And More Recently The Famous Hollywood Star Pierce Brosnan -alias 007- Chose Ashford As The Venue For His Personal Weddin

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Allegria Hotel & Spa

The hotel will be opening in April 2009. Furthermore, the roof top pool & bar as well as the Spa will be opening in July 2009.
 This stunning seafront hotel sets an exciting, new precedent in Long Beach. A beacon of contemporary sophistication and style, Allegria Hotel & Spa has a superb rooftop pool and spa, an American restaurant by acclaimed chef, Todd Jacobs, and up-to-the-minute meeting facilities, all just 40 minutes from New York City.
 The atmosphere here is slick and polished yet undeniably relaxing with superb sea views showcased through large floor-to-ceiling windows. Clean, contemporary lines are offset by a white and sand colour palette highlighted by touches of blue that reflect the ocean setting. The use of mirrors, glass and stunning driftwood sculptures bring the outside in.
 Take in the refreshing sea air from the balcony in your room; then, amble along the two-mile boardwalk or head for the white, sandy beach. Return for an invigorating aroma wrap treatment in the spa before dining in the restaurant.
 Location
 Facing the sea in Long Beach, Long Island, Nassau, New York.
 Things to enjoy
 Fine dining, rooftop spa and pool, exhilarating sea views, beauty treatments, hair salon, bar, lounge, meeting facilities, ballroom.
 Nearby
 Sailing, surfing, golf, beaches, museums, up-market shopping, boutiques, art galleries and workshops, nightclubs, horse racing, concerts, festivals, parks, vineyards.

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