Friday, May 21, 2010

AMATHUS BEACH HOTEL, PAPHOS, CYPRUS

Poseidon Avenue, P.O. Box 62381, 8098 Paphos, Cyprus
Tel: (357) 2688-3300
Fax: (357) 2688-3333 www.amathus-hotels.com/paphos
Gen. Mgr: Achilleas C. Dorotheou
Hotel Mgr: Nicos Nicolaou
213 rooms, 11 family rooms, 49 suites
15 kilometer from airport

The luxurious Amathus Beach Hotel Paphos achieves the highest standards of genuine hospitality in keeping with the qualities of a five-star hotel. The unique monastic architecture offers an elegant, authentic complement to the landscaped gardens and beautiful seashore views, all just two kilometers from the charming fishing harbor of Paphos. The hotel recently added privilege junior suites with exclusive facilities.
DINING: The Amorosa Restaurant with resident band, La Rotisserie for a la carte dining, The Asiachi offers an exclusive a la carte selection of fine Pan-Asian cuisine, La Terrazza features Italian specialties, al fresco open mid-May to late-October, Byzantium Coffee Shop, cocktail bar and pool bar.

LEISURE: Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, fully equipped spa and three nearby golf course.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Conference center with facilities for up to 425 people, beauty parlor, shopping arcade and adult and children’s programs.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

ROYAL PALM HOTEL, GRAND BAIE, MAURITIUS

Grand Baie, Mauritius, Indian Ocean Tel: (230) 209-8300 Fax: (230) 263-8455 www.royalpalm-hotel.com Gen. Mgr: Jacques Silvant 57 jr. suites, 22 suites, 3 Presidential suites, 1 Penthouse, 1 Royal suite Open year-round
Serenely secluded, the Royal Palm is nestled in a luxurious garden favored by the warm temperature prevailing in the north. A true haven with remarkably decorated suites, all facing unique spot of a crystal clear lagoon. The exclusive and elegant atmosphere of the hotel is perfect hideaway, yet only two minutes from the charming village of Grand Baie. Impeccable service through refinement of details in the staff’s constant motivation. DINING: La Geolette for international gourmet cuisine. Natureaty, wellness restaurant provides creative dining with Asian influence. The Bar Plage restaurant, sheltered by an imposing century Badamier, is opened for lunch. Piano bar and live band, 24-hour in-room dining. LEISURE: Ocean and swimming pool, windsurfing, waterskiing, speed-boating and deep sea fishing. Three tennis courts and squash court, golf nearby. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Spa, sauna, steam bath, balneotherapy, hairdressing saloon. Fitness center, Pilates, power plates, yoga. Children program’s in a fully -equipped Mini Club. Hotel limousine (Rolls Royce, BMW X5) and helicopter services. Wi-Fi internet access also available.

THE LOWRY HOTEL, MANCHESTER, ENGLAND, U.K.

50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf, Salford, Manchester M3 5LH England Tel: (44-161) 827-4000 Fax: (44-161) 827-4001 http://www.thelowryhotel.com/ Gen. Mgr: Jason Harding 158 rooms, 7 Suites 10 miles from Manchester International Airport

Rocco Forte’s The Lowry Hotel was the first hotel in Manchester to become a member of Leading Hotels and offers the highest quality accommodations, facilities and services including riverside suites. Spacious and large guest rooms feature the latest facilities. DINING: The award-winning River Bar and Restaurant offers a wide range of modern British cuisine with an international twist. The Bar offers a wide variety of cocktails and other beverages including contemporary afternoon tea. The Terrace offers outdoor dining with views of the River Irwell during summer months. LEISURE: For true indulgence, the holistic spa and fitness centre offers six treatment rooms, separate relaxation rooms, sauna and gym, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: The self-contained floor of conference and banqueting suites has a separate entrance at street level and can accommodate up to 400 people, also has the facility of business centre.