Luxury Hotels News: Global marketing information-services provider J.D. Power and Associates cited the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as the top-rated luxury hotel in its 2009 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. The consumer-satisfaction study looks at six different segments of hotel chains, including luxury and upscale accommodations. Other types of hotels include mid-scale full service, mid-scale limited service, economy/budget, and extended stay. For the third consecutive year, Embassy Suites Hotels is the top upscale hotel chain. The Staybridge Suites is the recipient of the number-one ranking for extended-stay lodgings.
The significance of the J.D. Power's study is in its numbers, as the tallies stem from the feedback received from 66,000 guests who were guests of hotels during the time frame of May 2008 to June 2009. Information provided by travelers for the study was gathered between June 2008 and June 2009.
What a difference a year makes, as the Four Seasons wrested the top spot from 2008 winner Ritz-Carlton. It is noteworthy that, on average, Four Seasons hotels are more expensive than Ritz-Carlton, indicating that value was more important than price to those opting for high-end accommodations.
In the press release announcing the results of the 2009 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study, Michael Drago, director of the global hospitality and travel practice at J.D. Power and Associates said, "These hoteliers know that providing extraordinary guest service in a consistent manner, in both good times and bad, is a recipe for continued success."
The study also cited an increased awareness by guests of hotel chain's "green" programs, which had a strong impact on overall guest satisfaction. There was nearly a 16 percent increase to 66 percent from 57 percent in 2008. More than 70 percent say they participated in their hotel's conservation initiatives as well. Additionally, guests booking reservations online dipped minimally to 54 percent from 57 percent in 2008.
InterContinental, JW Marriott, Loews, and W also received overall above average marks in the 13th year of the consumer-satisfaction study released by J.D. Power and Associates. For more information, visit JDPower.com.
Luxury Hotels: Located in one of the most tech-savvy cities in the nation, the Hotel 1000 Seattle doesn't fail to serve up some of the most unusual twists and turns of modern technology. With luxurious touches, at every turn, from the moment you enter the modern-style lobby, a stay at this epitome of modern elegance won't be soon forgotten.
From the outstanding service to the astounding views of the Puget Sound as well as downtown, the Hotel 1000 Seattle never ceases to amaze. Each suite is customizable with artworks that suit your taste and a bathroom that is a functional work of art. In the common areas of the unique property, enjoy amazing workout and spa facilities, but don't miss out on the simulated golf course room. With over 50 courses to choose from, enjoy a round or two on panoramic fairways, crosscut greens, complete with galleries of fans, water hazards, and wildlife. Enjoy dinner at Boka, the hotel restaurant. From the primo location on First and Madison head to nearby Pike Place and Pioneer Square for a taste of Seattle, both of which are only mere blocks away.
The hotel features a number of luxury distinctions in the form of state of the art electronically controlled rooms, including do-not-disturb and housekeeping features, like an intelligent private bar that alerts staff when you are out of your favorite refreshment, as well as LCD HDTVs and wireless Internet access. Pacific Northwest décor accented by modern Asian art is adjusted according to the individual. In the well-appointed bathroom, enjoy the tub that fills from the ceiling down. Play in the Golf Club, relax at the Spaah, and enjoy tasty cuisine at the hotel's spectacular eateries.
Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, the hotel offers different venues for you to enjoy a good conversation or to sit in meditation. In the library, curl up with a good book by the fire and have a cup of Seattle's coffee during the day. In The Studio, relax in the contemporary setting and have a light bite paired with a glass of Northwest wine. At Boka, enjoy urban American food and handcrafted cocktails for lunch, cocktail hour, dinner, late night, weekend brunch, and seasonal patio dining.
Reserve your tee time in the simulated Golf Club room. Choose from 50 world-renowned courses and play with friends or alone. You can even get lessons from a pro.
The Spaahh at Hotel 1000 provides a relaxing environment to nurse your skin back to health with a variety of spa and beauty treatment options. For summer, try the Sunrise Facial for a smooth, sun-kissed glow.
Whether it's a weekend family getaway or a business trip, the Hotel 1000 Seattle provides 1000 reasons to book your stay there.
Luxury Hotels: I've had the opportunity to stay in some pretty nice places through the years, but Hacienda Del Sol in Taos really does a great job of conveying the feeling of the area with its 11 individually themed rooms and suites which are furnished in décor unique to the Southwest region. The tranquil setting consists of four adobe buildings situated on more than an acre of land that backs up to 95 thousand acres of Taos Pueblo land. The original adobe structure onsite dates back to 1804. Taos Mountain, considered sacred by the Pueblo Indians, provides the stunning backdrop to the Hacienda's intimate central garden.
I was a little worried that we might not be conveniently located to the downtown area, but we were just a short drive away, and there was a great casual pizza place, Taos Pizza Out Back, practically across the street where we ate one night.
Yes, you can find romance here, a respite from the grind in an artistic setting that will inspire you. Our room featured a bath with hand-painted Mexican Talavera sinks and tiles, but what set it apart was the artistic expression found in the layout of the tile. Blue flying bird tiles in the shower were grouped to instantly bring to mind a real flock of birds. A detail I will not soon forget. There were also some Native American artifacts displayed in the room giving historical relevance to our stay and made us feel not as if you were being "lodged," but as if we were actually staying at a friend's house. Owners Gerd and Luellen Hertel have done a wonderful job.
Other amenities include complimentary state-of-the-art health club privileges with tennis and racquetball courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, yoga, and aerobic classes. Wi-Fi is currently available throughout the Inn. Because of our busy schedule we did not get to enjoy the sumptuous breakfast that comes with your stay. But I know we'll be back soon, it was too lovely there not to return.
While the Inn has been highly lauded by USA Today and Sunset Magazine, such high accolades are only dressing once you've spent just one night here, and your own remonstrations will be what passes the word along.
Luxury Hotels: Yes, it goes without saying that size definitely does matter in the Lone Star State! Everybody knows that all things in Texas are bigger--and the Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center is without question no exception. However, it is the hotel's painstaking commitment to what many large establishments refer to as the "small stuff" that has made the Gaylord Texan such a big success.
The Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center in Grapevine, Tex., shows its guests the best of Texas. Overlooking the wide-ranging and scenic Lake Grapevine, the Gaylord Texan is ideal for family vacations, romantic getaways, and event planners in search of the perfect setting. With more than 400,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, it is great for events such as conferences, conventions, or social gatherings. The hotel also is terrific for business travelers on the move, as it is just minutes away from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
Are you ready for some football? If so, the Gaylord Texan is your home away from home as it is the official hotel of the Dallas Cowboys. It also is the site of the first NFL®-themed golf course, the Cowboys Golf Club.
The hotel is a cornucopia of fun and relaxing activities. Among the six restaurants and seven lounges at the Gaylord, there is the Old Hickory Steakhouse, and the Ama Lur, a venue whose specialty is Southwestern cuisine. The Texas Station is a super-size sports bar and the Glass Cactus a late-night hot spot for music, dancing, and live entertainment. Additionally, there are two swimming pools, a spa and fitness center and eight distinctive retail outlets.
While the Gaylord Texan is a property with more than 1,500 guestrooms, it also has a warm, welcoming southwestern decorum throughout. All rooms and suites include in-room, wireless high-speed Internet access, a large in-room safe, and an electronic lock-and key system to ensure the ultimate in safety and comfort. The Gaylord Texan luxury suites include a living room and the option of connecting bedrooms, making it perfect for entertaining or small business gatherings.
The spa at the Gaylord Texan, the renowned Relâche Spa, is a 25,000-square-foot-facility that offers guests various types of massages, facials and therapeutic body treatments. There also is a 4,000-square-foot fitness center on the premises to pump you up. Nearby, Lake Grapevine has more than nine miles of wilderness trails. It is among the finest hiking and biking locations in the entire Dallas/Fort Worth area, with 8,000 acres of land and 146 miles of shoreline for boating, water-skiing, and other water-related recreational activities.
The hotel's convenient location makes for easy access to some of the area's best attractions, such as Texas Stadium, the Silver Marina on Lake Grapevine, Six Flags Over Texas, and Grapevine Mills, the largest shopping mall in Texas.
The Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center encompasses all things that make the Lone Star State so great. It truly does have everything in one extraordinary location. Visit the GaylordHotels.com for more information on this remarkable destination.
Hotels: "Benjamin Franklin meets a supermodel" is how the ultra-chic Morgans Hotel Group describes its newest property, the Ames in central Boston, which is slated to open by November.
Renowned for introducing the boutique hotel with the opening of Morgans in Manhattan in 1984, Ames represents a singular and authentic addition to Morgans' collection of Originals: a carefully curated group of hotels, which also includes the Royalton, Hudson, St. Martins Lane, Clift, and Shore Club.
The 113-room hotel offers 95 guest rooms, one apartment and six deluxe one-bedroom suites as well as the Woodward, a luxe new restaurant-bar concept.
Ames, designed by Rockwell Group in collaboration with the Morgans' design team, is a rich blend of "historical ingenuity and innovative and awe-inspiring modernism," as well as a mix of historical reference and up-to-date modernism, of old-world aesthetics and contemporary luxury, and of dedicated homage to history and forward-thinking innovation.
The original 19th-century Romanesque building operated as the headquarters for the Ames tool company, a history the design team have adopted and interpreted through an entirely modern lens. Stunning original fixtures such as the staircase, lobby mosaic, and robust exterior were preserved while other aspects of the aesthetic were selectively streamlined.
Luxury Hotels: Everyone in New York City has at one time or another met someone at "the clock" in Grand Central Station. Now when in San Francisco, you can meet at "the clock," in the lobby of the Westin St. Francis, the "Grand Dame" of Union Square, thanks to a $40 million transformation of the historic hotel, which opened in 1904.
The famous Great Magneta Clock, which originally made its debut in the hotel lobby in 1907, has been restored to its rightful position as focal point of the lobby which now boasts a look that is at once historic and new.
Soothing shades of chocolate brown and cream permeate the space, complemented by reproductions of the lobby's four original beaded globe chandeliers. Plush hexagonal-patterned carpeting reflects the intricacies of the original wood-carved ceiling. Just off of the Main Lobby, the 1906 grand staircase has been restored to showcase the original pink marble stairs.
The Main Lobby also features award-winning chef Michael Mina's first-ever cocktail lounge, aptly named the Clock Bar. Designed by Rockwell Group, the 1,260 square feet, 55-seat Clock Bar features a warm, elegant environment with a dark palette and luxurious materials including rosewood walls, black burned wood floors, rich leather banquettes, and lounge chairs in blue and chocolate brown. The central focus of the space is two columns clad entirely in hand blown champagne and amber stained glass with ticker clocks showing the time in cities around the world. Complementing the traditional aesthetic of the adjacent Main Lobby, the bar is adorned with a reproduction of the original ceiling molding.
History aficionados will take delight in the fact the history of The Westin St. Francis is now being showcased in six brand new museum-quality display cases designed by Bill White, curator for San Francisco's de Young Museum. On display for public viewing in the Tower Lobby, each chronological case is filled with historic treasures such as photos, menus, china, guest ledgers, and much more.
Approximately $12 million was invested in the transformation of the 614 guestrooms and common areas in the Main Building. Led by San Francisco-based Kevin Joyce Design, guestrooms bridge the world between the old and new with a fresh sophistication complementing the classically beautiful 1906 architecture. Subtle textures and a neutral color palette of ecru, bronze and dark brown tones blend with the traditional curved high ceilings, ornate moldings and crystal chandeliers.
Guestrooms boast custom-designed classic dark wood furniture topped with gold and silver granite, luxurious bronze-patterned carpeting, light-colored wall coverings with a unique "hammered" appearance, velvety chaise lounges, contemporary abstract artwork, signature Westin Heavenly Beds?, 37" flat screen televisions and ergonomic desk chairs. Hallways and common areas have been refreshed with a fusion of present-day and classic San Francisco - contemporary furniture and plush carpeting are juxtaposed with time-honored black and white historical photography of the hotel and San Francisco.
So, say chocolate martinis at 3 then an early dinner?
Luxury Hotels: Those seeking a fabulous Santa Monica beach vacation with the family need look no further than Viceroy Santa Monica -- an incredibly chic and surprisingly kid-friendly boutique hotel offering a unique mix of urban sophistication and relaxed coastal character.
While many luxe hotels in Santa Monica are soliciting families this summer, Viceroy Santa Monica has a leg up on the competition with its fun-filled "Fete for a Family" getaway package that I and my family recently enjoyed. The stellar summer special, which runs from March through August and costs $1,845 (inclusive of tax), offers two-nights in connecting guestrooms, not to mention a lovely welcome amenity of wine (ours a 2005 Merryvale Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon) and cheese with accoutrements for Mom and Dad -- cookies and milk for the kiddos. Movies on DVD and popcorn are also delivered to your room upon request.
The "Fete for a Family" package also includes breakfast each morning either in-room or at Whist, Viceroy Santa Monica's Michelin recommended, full-service restaurant notably rated one of the "top 50 hotel restaurants" by Food & Wine magazine. Adding to the adventure, a hybrid car rental comes with the package with a plotted route to the Getty Villa in Malibu, a new educational center and museum for the study of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome and Eturia.
Ideally located on Ocean Avenue mere minutes from the beach, historic Santa Monica Pier and the ever-popular Third Street Promenade, this ultra-stylish, English-inspired retreat offers extravagant accommodations, choice amenities and superb service. All 162 of the property's rooms and suites, which start at $359 per night and with most boasting coastal views, are extraordinarily well-appointed. Molding details, custom armoires, Lucite and glass tables, warm wood bed frames and other stylish touches adorn the rooms, while the elegant bathrooms feature floor-to-ceiling marble tiles, spa-worthy hair and body products by Aromatherapy Associates and, in many, seated vanities. A "Beauty Bar" is offered, with a variety of items such as body scrubs, face and body moisturizers, and a hand-harvested sisal fiber wash cloth available for purchase.
Suite accommodations at Viceroy Santa Monica start at $559 per night. Along with a magnificent ocean view balcony, the one-bedroom, 640-square feet Empire Suites also offer a living room with coffered ceiling, sleeper sofa, 27-inch flat-screen television and a whirlpool tub. The one-bedroom Monarch suite is the penthouse accommodation and features everything in the Empire Suite along with a marble entry, living room with wet bar, convertible sleeper sofa, whirlpool tub, steam shower, and custom furniture designed solely for this space. Both suites can be expanded into two-bedroom units through adjacent rooms.
In-room amenities at Viceroy Santa Monica abound, and include luxurious Filidoro linens and bathrobes as well as cozy down comforters and pillows that implore you to sleep in. In addition to a spectacular view of the Pacific, my family's adjoining rooms on the 5th floor each boasted extremely large flat screen TVs with DVD player, clock radio with iPod dock and code-enabled safes for valuables. In-room mini-bars are also stocked with an assortment of goodies to appease the palates of adults and children, alike. While enjoying all the features and benefits provided with the "Fete for a Family" package, be sure to take advantage of other on-site services Viceroy Santa Monica offers, like valet parking, concierge assistance, same day dry cleaning and laundry and 24-hour in-room dining.
As mine did, families will also enjoy the property's two quaint plunge pools, sundeck and private cabanas surrounded by beautifully manicured landscaping. A 24-hour accessible fitness center stocked with free weights and cardiovascular equipment is also located on-site to keep the exercise buffs, well, buff. If Mom and Dad cannot escape from work even for the weekend or simply cannot resist checking e-mail (guilty as charged), all rooms on the property feature wired and wireless DSL/High-speed Internet access as do many of the public spaces. A fully-equipped business center is also available so guests can stay on top of things at work amid the fun.
The hotel also thankfully offers in-room and private pool-side spa and beauty services prov
Luxury Hotels: Get ready to experience the ultimate in service and comfort at The SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand. Perched on the top two floors of MGM Grand, SKYLOFTS redefines luxury....
Luxury Hotels: On August 1st the Rocco Forte Collection of European luxury hotels will open its first resort property, the $175 million Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, on the southern coast of Sicily. The Collection's 13th property, Verdura will be the only luxury resort in the Mediterranean offering a five-star experience across golf, hotel, dining and spa facilities. Featuring 203 ocean view rooms and suites, each with a private terrace overlooking 1.2 miles of private coastline, the 570-acre beachfront resort will have two championship golf courses, six tennis courts, a 43,000-sq.-ft. spa, fitness and yoga center, four restaurants, 55 private villas, a conference center, ballroom, open-air amphitheatre and helipad.
Located near the town of Sciacca 18 miles away from the historic city of Agrigento and its Valley of the Temples, the property's existing buildings have been restored while traditional materials including volcanic tufa, cane and wood have been used to create a luxurious resort that complements the natural landscape. To celebrate its much-anticipated opening, Verdura is offering guests visiting between August 1 and December 31 complimentary benefits including green fees for unlimited golf play on its three world-class courses, dinner every evening at any of its four superb restaurants and thalassotherapy spa treatments as well as a 50% discount on a second family room.
Luxury Hotels: Located in the Place de Concorde of Paris, the Hotel De Crillon boasts a luxurious history as the former mansion of the Count de Crillon.
The exclusive hotel offers the dedication of personalized attention that one expects in a private home, with the exception of having 103 rooms, 39 suites, and 5 luxury apartments offering exceptional views of the Place de Concorde as well as interior courtyards.
As part of its dedication to being the ultimate in luxury, the Hotel de Crillon boasts several magnificent restaurants as well as an elegant bar:
Les Ambassadeurs is one of the most highly rated restaurants in the city. Presided over by executive chef Jean-François Piège, the formal dining establishment emphasizes seasonal ingredients.
In The Winter Garden, guests can enjoy a relaxed afternoon with tea or step outside into the Summer Patio and consider a selection of food from the menu.
L'Obé provides an informal bistro setting to enjoy Jean-François Piège's cuisine, as well as an expert wine list.
At night, relax in the Piano bar Crillon and enjoy elegant cocktails and light fare while listening to the keys tinkle.
Elsewhere in the hotel, enjoy a special dedication to service. The hotel not only provides the usual luxury amenities, but also childcare services, personalized service, a fitness center, a business center, and other amenities designed to make your stay exceptional.
Guest rooms and suites at the hotel offer the ultimate in luxury amenities in expertly decorated accommodations. For an extra special stay, choose from some of the hotel's finest accommodations, which offer up images of the Royal Palace.
The Bernstein Suite is named after the composer, who once stayed in the lavish rooms, and can be doubled in size to combine with the Louis XV Suite. Boasting two terraces, guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the entire city of Paris as well as the Eiffel Tower. Despite the homage to days gone by in the sumptuous décor, the Suite boasts the latest in technological advances, including WiFi and two plasma television sets.
The Crillon Boutique offers an array of goods designed for both him and her in an elegant setting that hearkens to the past days of glory.
The hotel's terraces offer unparalleled views of some Paris' best know sights, including: the Concorde bridge, the Rue de Rivoli, the fountains in the square and the Obelisk of Luxor, the Eiffel Tower, Parliament House and the Grande Arche at La Défense.
If you can stand to tear yourself away from all the richness of the Hotel De Crillon, you will find yourself near some of Paris' finest landmarks, including the Louvre and the Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, with the finest designer shops and boutiques.Whether you stay in, or step out, the Hotel De Crillon is a luxurious experience you won't soon forget.
Hotel News: The luxury hotel company Ritz-Carlton has embraced social media by being amongst a growing group of luxury brands joining Twitter. In a Q&A session with the Los Angeles Times, Simon Cooper, COO of Ritz-Carlton revealed why he has decided to join Twitter.
When asked about the reputation of the Ritz hotel chain as having a reputation for hosting wealthy, older guests who may not Twitter, Cooper revealed:
"I can honestly say it would be hard to categorize a Ritz-Carlton guest of today by age or personal wealth. We enjoy the patronage of loyal customers who have stayed with us for decades, but also see a vast number of younger guests who enjoy stunning environments and superior quality of service, and others who choose to celebrate very special occasions in their lives with us, such as weddings, honeymoons and anniversaries.
"The evolution of the Ritz-Carlton brand has been an interesting exercise in growing a luxury market, shifting the design approach of our hotels significantly and breaking down perceived stiffness. But also helping to contribute considerably to our shifting customer mix is a phenomenal growth rate. At the time we are speaking, there are 72 Ritz-Carlton hotels; a further 30 projects are now underway throughout the world. What does this mean?
"The demographics of our guests are multi-generational, multi-national, and multi-cultural and social networking is the new tipping point for the formulation of opinion for them all. Sites such as Twitter and Facebook give us the platform to engage in transparent conversation with millions of people."
Through his 'tweets,' Mr. Cooper allows potential guests and those interested in luxury travel and inside glimpse into trends in luxury travel, from Ritz-Carlton locations around the world.
Luxury Hotels: In a poll recently conducted by the American Automobile Association (AAA) to celebrate the Fourth of July, the Hermitage Hotel Nashville surfaced as being the most luxurious historic hotel in America. The AAA polled its staff of 65 hotel inspectors to cite the top 10 historic hotels nationwide. The Hermitage is the sole Five Diamond Rated hotel on the top 10 list. The 122-room luxury-boutique hotel has held AAA's highest rating for six consecutive years.
The Hermitage Hotel is named after the residence of the seventh president of the nation, Andrew Jackson. The hotel served for years as the state's Democratic Party headquarters. Nashville's first million-dollar hotel has been a hub for renowned socialites since opening in 1910. A hodgepodge of the world's most famous and infamous characters -- from six U.S. presidents to Al Capone to Oprah Winfrey to the Dixie Chicks, has been guests of the Hermitage over its storied history. The hotel also is a Mobil Five Star Rated hotel.
There are more than 1,300 lodgings nationwide that meet criteria to be cited as an historic hotel in AAA's TourBook ®. An historic hotel is usually more than 75 years old and encompasses an overall nature that resonates its historical relevance. Criteria utilized by AAA in qualifying an historic hotel include architecture, design, furnishings, reputation, and public records. Additionally, a hotel must be a national landmark, on the National Register of Historic Places, or in a National Register Historic District. The Hermitage Hotel is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Luxury Hotels News: Global marketing information-services provider J.D. Power and Associates cited the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as the top-rated luxury hotel in its 2009 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. The consumer-satisfaction study looks at six different segments of hotel chains, including luxury and upscale accommodations. Other types of hotels include mid-scale full service, mid-scale limited service, economy/budget, and extended stay. For the third consecutive year, Embassy Suites Hotels is the top upscale hotel chain. The Staybridge Suites is the recipient of the number-one ranking for extended-stay lodgings.
Luxury Hotels: Located in one of the most tech-savvy cities in the nation, the Hotel 1000 Seattle doesn't fail to serve up some of the most unusual twists and turns of modern technology. With luxurious touches, at every turn, from the moment you enter the modern-style lobby, a stay at this epitome of modern elegance won't be soon forgotten.
Luxury Hotels: I've had the opportunity to stay in some pretty nice places through the years, but Hacienda Del Sol in Taos really does a great job of conveying the feeling of the area with its 11 individually themed rooms and suites which are furnished in décor unique to the Southwest region. The tranquil setting consists of four adobe buildings situated on more than an acre of land that backs up to 95 thousand acres of Taos Pueblo land. The original adobe structure onsite dates back to 1804. Taos Mountain, considered sacred by the Pueblo Indians, provides the stunning backdrop to the Hacienda's intimate central garden.
Luxury Hotels: Yes, it goes without saying that size definitely does matter in the Lone Star State! Everybody knows that all things in Texas are bigger--and the Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center is without question no exception. However, it is the hotel's painstaking commitment to what many large establishments refer to as the "small stuff" that has made the Gaylord Texan such a big success.
Hotels: "Benjamin Franklin meets a supermodel" is how the ultra-chic Morgans Hotel Group describes its newest property, the Ames in central Boston, which is slated to open by November.
Luxury Hotels: Everyone in New York City has at one time or another met someone at "the clock" in Grand Central Station. Now when in San Francisco, you can meet at "the clock," in the lobby of the Westin St. Francis, the "Grand Dame" of Union Square, thanks to a $40 million transformation of the historic hotel, which opened in 1904.
Luxury Hotels: Those seeking a fabulous Santa Monica beach vacation with the family need look no further than 
Luxury Hotels: Get ready to experience the ultimate in service and comfort at The SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand. Perched on the top two floors of MGM Grand, SKYLOFTS redefines luxury....
Luxury Hotels: On August 1st the Rocco Forte Collection of European luxury hotels will open its first resort property, the $175 million Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, on the southern coast of Sicily. The Collection's 13th property, Verdura will be the only luxury resort in the Mediterranean offering a five-star experience across golf, hotel, dining and spa facilities. Featuring 203 ocean view rooms and suites, each with a private terrace overlooking 1.2 miles of private coastline, the 570-acre beachfront resort will have two championship golf courses, six tennis courts, a 43,000-sq.-ft. spa, fitness and yoga center, four restaurants, 55 private villas, a conference center, ballroom, open-air amphitheatre and helipad.
Luxury Hotels: Located in the Place de Concorde of Paris, the Hotel De Crillon boasts a luxurious history as the former mansion of the Count de Crillon.
Hotel News: The luxury hotel company Ritz-Carlton has embraced social media by being amongst a growing group of luxury brands joining Twitter. In a Q&A session with the Los Angeles Times, Simon Cooper, COO of Ritz-Carlton revealed why he has decided to join Twitter.
Luxury Hotels: In a poll recently conducted by the American Automobile Association (AAA) to celebrate the Fourth of July, the Hermitage Hotel Nashville surfaced as being the most luxurious historic hotel in America. The AAA polled its staff of 65 hotel inspectors to cite the top 10 historic hotels nationwide. The Hermitage is the sole Five Diamond Rated hotel on the top 10 list. The 122-room luxury-boutique hotel has held AAA's highest rating for six consecutive years. 
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