Shikarbadi Hotel, Udaipur

Shikarbadi was the exclusive preserve of the Royal Family of Mewar. Shikarbadi covers an impressive 250 acres. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and offering breathtaking view of Aravalli Hills, Shikarbadi Hotel is located just 1 km from the City Palace Museum, Lake Pichola and Gulab Bagh and Zoo. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.



Shikarbadi Hotel is located just 1 km from Udaipur Bus Station and 2 km from Udaipur Railway Station. The Maharana Pratap Airport is located 28 km away.

Each air-conditioned room comes with a mini bar, tiled/marble flooring and flat-screen satellite TV. Tea/coffee making and ironing facilities are available. The private bathroom includes a bathtub, hairdryer and shower.

With a 24-hour front desk, the property provides services like luggage storage, safety deposit box and newspaper. Guests can take a relaxing stroll in the lush green garden. A tour desk is available to make travel arrangements. A car can also be rented.



The in-house restaurant, Cheetal serves a variety of Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines. Baithak serves only breakfast.

Go exploring along the nature trails, relax in the charming country-home atmosphere of the lodge, hold conferences and meetings, or even celebrate glittering weddings - Shikarbadi Hotel makes every moment memorable.
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Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Sandpearl Resort offer a secluded getaway complete with luxurious accommodations and the city's only Four-Diamond restaurant, Caretta on the Gulf, while just minutes from Clearwater's most popular attractions.



Sandpearl Resort, a beachfront 4-star resort, is within a 4-minute drive of Clearwater Beach Marina and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. It features a lagoon-style outdoor pool, a full-service spa, on-site dining, and elegant guest rooms with free Wi-Fi.

A 32-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station are provided for each room at Sandpearl Resort. The rooms feature warm colors and offer views of Mandalay Bay, the pool, or the Gulf of Mexico. A minibar and luxury bathrobes are provided.

Recreation options at Resort Sandpearl include parasailing, beach volleyball, or cycling with free bike rental. A state-of-the-art fitness center and daily children’s programs are also available.

Guests can enjoy exploring the resort’s boutique or the fine art gallery. Dolphin encounters can be arranged, and a variety of meeting and banquet rooms are also available on site.



Fine dining with beachfront views, premium meat selections, and an extensive wine list is available at Caretta on the Gulf. Casual beachfront and poolside dining is featured at the Tate Island Grill. The Marketplace offers grocery items and Starbucks coffee.

Near Highway 20, this resort is just over half a kilometer from Pier 60 and 3.2 km from Sand Key Park. The Caladesi Island State Park is a 5-minute drive from the Clearwater Beach resort.

The Aodhi, Kumbhalgarh


Hidden by trees, besides the hills crowned by the ruggedly majestic Kumbhalgarh Fort, nestles The Aodhi, a sanctuary-resort where the legacy of valorous kings of Mewar and their braves still lives.
Offering majestic views of the Kumbhalgarh Fort, The Aodhi, a sanctuary resort features an outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Free parking facility is available.
The Kumbhalgarh Fort and Kumbhalgarh Dam are within 1 km from The Aodhi. The Kumbhalgarh Bus Station is 1 km away while the Udaipur Railway Station is 95 km away. The Maharana Pratap Airport is 117 km.



The suites are equipped with tiled/marble flooring, sofa and satellite TV. Tea/coffee and ironing facilities are available. The en suite bathrooms come with a hairdryer and shower.

Services like currency exchange, luggage storage and newspaper are provided. The property operates a 24-hour front desk. A tour desk is available to make further travel arrangements. A lush green garden is available.



Dining options include an in-house restaurant, Chawka that serves Rajasthani, Indian and Continental cuisines. Chhapar, a coffee shop serves refreshing hot beverages.

Ocean House

Ocean House is a large, Victorian-style waterfront hotel originally constructed in 1868 on Bluff Avenue in the Watch Hill historic district of Westerly, Rhode Island.



The original 1868 hotel closed in 2003, was demolished in 2005 and a new facility in heavily revised form opened in 2010 on the same site, retaining much of the original structure's form as well as the original name. Both the original and its reconstruction are noted for a their rambling Victorian architecture and distinctive yellow siding.

Boasting magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean, this deluxe 4-star guest house provides its guests with outstanding service in a peaceful and affluent setting. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Ocean View House is a family-run bed and breakfast only a short drive from Cape Town’s City Bowl. Marvel, in the evening, at the sunsets from the pool deck or explore the extensive park grounds. The property offers scenic, sea, garden and mountain views from most rooms. Each room is complete with contemporary finishes, and has a modern bathroom with a double basin.

Enjoy breakfast underneath palm trees and in the lush garden. Most rooms feature either a private terrace or balcony, ideal to enjoy a drink from the bar on or read the latest newspaper.

Camps Bay is a great choice for travelers interested in beach, scenery and nature.

Le Meurice

Le Meurice is a 5-star hotel in the 1st arrondissement of Paris opposite the Tuileries Garden, between Place de la Concorde and the Musée du Louvre on the Rue de Rivoli. From the Rue de Rivoli, it stretches to the Rue du Mont Thabor. The hotel was founded in 1771 and opened 1815. It received palace distinction by the French government in 2011. Le Meurice is owned and operated by the Dorchester Collection, a luxury hotel operator based in London. The hotel has a staff of over 400 and houses 160 rooms decorated in the style of Louis XVI.



It features a 3-star Michelin restaurant as well as a spa and a fitness center with massage treatments.
Each air-conditioned and soundproof room has classic decor with a modern twist and a marble bathroom. The rooms come equipped with a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station.

Alais Ducasse is the chef of Le Meurice’s restaurant, which serves gourmet French cuisine. Meals are served in the grand dining area, whose décor is inspired by the Salon de la Paix of the Château de Versailles, revisited by Philippe Starck.

Guests can also enjoy a daily afternoon tea in Le Dali Restaurant or enjoy a cocktail in the Bar 228, which serves 300 different kinds of drinks and live jazz music every evening.

Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées is a 5-minute walk away, the Louvre Museum is less than half a kilometer from the hotel. Tuileries Metro station is 100 m away, providing direct access to Bastille and La Defense.

In this area you can shop 'til you drop for popular brands like Rolex, Cartier, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci.

Hotel Castello di Casole—a Timbers Resort

A cypress-lined road leads to the rolling 4,200-acre Tuscan estate with a castle that dates back to the 10th century. Surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, the Castello di Casole features an outdoor pool, a spa and a fitness center and 2 restaurants. This former castle provides elegant suites, and is 30.6 km from Siena. Wi-Fi is free throughout.



Suites at the Castello di Casole all feature a minibar, satellite TV and air conditioning. Featuring Italian design freestanding bathtubs, the large bathrooms include Carrara marble or mosaic floors and antique mirrors.

A sweet and savory continental breakfast is served daily. Guests can try traditional Tuscan food at one of the property’s 2 restaurants. A bar is also available.

Guests can relax by the pool, work out in the gym, or enjoy a massage in the spa center. The large garden and terrace include chairs and tables.

The property is well placed for biking activities in the local countryside, and bikes can be rented on site. Casole d’Elsa is 8.9 km away, and Florence can be reached by car in 1 hour. 

Garden Hotel, Udaipur

Beautifully located on the edge of the Gulab Bagh is the Garden Hotel in Udaipur. Built in colonial style, this heritage hotel is known for providing luxurious comforts and warm hospitality to its guests.
Featuring a large landscaped garden and located just 1 km from the pristine Pichola Lake, Garden Hotel offers comfortable rooms, a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi in all areas and business centre on property.


Garden Hotel is located 1 km from Udaipur Bus Stand and 2 km from Udaipur Railway Station. Maharana Pratap Airport is 28 km away. Gulab Baag Zoo and the famous Musical Fountain are both just 1 km away.

Guests can seek travel assistance at the tour desk or relax at the in-house massage centre. Currency exchange, luggage storage and laundry facilities are also available.

Each air-conditioned room features a desk, wardrobe and a TV with satellite channels. The attached bathroom has shower facilities.


Garden Restaurant serves local cuisine. Garden Kebabs restaurant serves Indian and Continental cuisine.

Owing to the presence of the Pichola, the Udai Sagar, and the Swaroop Sagar - among the most beautiful lakes in the state of Rajasthan - Udaipur is endearingly referred to as the City of Lakes. The majestic palaces of Udaipur are fine examples of superlative architectural skills. It therefore comes as no surprise that it is one of the foremost tourist destinations of the country and frequented by many.

Five minutes away from Garden Hotel is the famous City Palace. 

The Oberoi Amarvilas

The Oberoi Amarvilas enjoys an unrivaled position, just 600 meters from the iconic Taj Mahal. Each of our rooms affords uninterrupted views of this ancient monument to love, while elements of the layout and design pay homage to its Mughal splendour.



Less than half a kilometer from the Taj Mahal, The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra features luxurious 5-star accommodations with a flat-screen TV. This property houses 4 dining options and provides free parking.

Beautiful rooms come with stylish modern interiors and large windows. All the well-furnished units come with a sofa, personal safe and private bathroom.

Guests can visit the Oberoi Spa for a body massage, swim, or exercise at the gym. Car rental and ticket services are available at the tour desk.

The Bellevue restaurant serves international dishes and local favorites, while Esphahan offers traditional Indian specialties. Overlooking the Taj Mahal, the bar offers fine wines and cigars.
Amarvilas Oberoi Agra is a 15 minute drive from the center of the city and a 20 minute drive from Agra Cantonment Station. Kheria Airport is 12.9 km away.

Gajner Palace (Heritage)


Gajner Palace is a jewel in the Thar Desert, built by HH Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh of Bikaner on the edge of a lake. The property was converted into a heritage hotel in 1976. The hotel's compound stretches over 6000 acres. The palace was primarily a hunting resort during the days of the British Raj and attracted several dignitaries, including the Prince of Wales in 1905, Governor General Lord Elgin, Lord Erwin in 1927 and Lord Mountbatten when he was Viceroy of India.



It is a heritage property. It features a lush green garden. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The well-lit air-conditioned rooms of Gajner Palace offer a minibar, sofa and satellite TV. Tea/coffee making facilities are available. The en suite bathrooms include a bathtub, hairdryer and shower.
The huge Junagarh Fort is 1 km from the property. The Gajner Railway Station and Gajner Bus Station are 40 km away while the Jodhpur Airport is 270 km.


The property operates a 24-hour front desk to assist guests with luggage storage, newspapers and safety deposit. A tour desk is available for making travel arrangements and currency exchange.
A variety of Rajasthani, Indian and Continental cuisines are served at The Mirage. Private dining is possible with room service.

The Oberoi Udaivillas

Pavilions and domes are featured at The Oberoi Udaivilas, which showcases grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan. On the banks of Udaipur’s Lake Pichola, it has 3 restaurants, 2 heated outdoor pools and a luxurious spa.


Courtyards, fountains and gardens occupy the Oberoi Udaivilas Udaipur. Approximately 8 km from Udaipur Train Station, the 5-star property is a 45-minute drive from Udaipur’s Dabok Airport.
Spacious and modern, each room has a sitting area by the window. Artwork and rugs decorate the rooms, which come equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and electronic safe. They also include a minibar and marble bathroom.

A variety of movies and audio CDs are available for guest to borrow. Practice yoga, learn a Rajasthani folk dance or attend a cooking lesson with the in-house chef. Camel and elephant rides are available upon request. A more relaxing option is a skikara (wooden boat) ride with wine and canapé.
Udai mahal Restaurant specializes in traditional Indian food including Rajasthani and North Indian dishes. Order Western, Mediterranean and Thai food at Suryamahal or enjoy open-air dining with traditional music and dance evening performances at Chandni. 24-hour in-room dinning is also available.

The Peninsula

The Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, which operates The Peninsula Hotels (SEHK: 45), is a hotel chain operator based in Hong Kong. It operates ten hotels across Asia, Europe and the United States, with two under development. Its flagship hotel is the Peninsula Hong Kong, which opened in 1928. The first hotel used to be referred to as the 'finest hotel east of the Suez'.



Centrally located in downtown Manhattan, this 5-star hotel features free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and luxury spa with indoor pool. Rockefeller Center and Central Park are a 5-minute walk away.
Decorated in neutral colors, each elegant room includes a plasma TV, free WiFi access, a fully stocked minibar and mood lighting. The marble bathrooms feature a built-in TV and plush robes. Most rooms overlook the city.

Gourmet dining at The Peninsula New York includes contemporary American cuisine at Clement restaurant. Salon de Ning is a modern rooftop restaurant that offers a range of signature cocktails and Asian-inspired light fare.

On Fifth Avenue, guests can enjoy luxury shopping along the entire street. The Museum of Modern Art and 5 Av/53 Street subway station are 3 blocks away.

In this area you can shop 'til you drop for popular brands like Apple, Tiffany & Co, H&M, Prada, Nike.

Fateh Bagh, Ranakpur

90 km from Udaipur and two centuries back in time stands the proud Fateh Bagh. The arresting architecture, period furniture and ethnic décor recall a gentler, more romantic time. Fateh Bagh is probably India's first attempt at 'relocating a fallen palace', faithfully preserving the rich Rajput architecture.



Featuring classical Indian architecture,  including intricately carved pillars and beautiful domes, Fatehbagh is located just 2.5 km from the Jain Temple. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, a large swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

The property is 127 km from Maharana Pratap Airport and 15 km from Falna Railway Station. Saira Bus Station is 5 km away. The famous Ranakpur Dam is 10 km away.



Featuring a large well-maintained garden where guests can enjoy leisurely strolls, Fatehbagh also offers luggage storage, laundry and currency exchange facilities.

Each air-conditioned room features a seating area and has a TV, desk and a wardrobe.
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Farmhouse Inn

Tucked in a tiny town south of Healdsburg, the Farmhouse Inn hotel and restaurant is postcard-perfect picture of Sonoma serenity.




In the heart of the Russian River Valley, central to Napa and Sonoma wine country and over 500 wineries, this family owned boutique inn features a Michelin-starred restaurant and renowned spa on site. Free Wi-Fi is included All rooms at the Farmhouse Inn include fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, luxurious premium bedding, refrigerators, seating areas. A luxurious private bathrooms has a spa tub or steam shower.

A full 2-course daily breakfast is included. Complimentary concierge services are provided. An outdoor pool is available for guest use.

The Farmhouse Inn is just a 90 minute-drive north of San Francisco, with the towns of Healdsburg and Santa Rosa just a 15-minute drive away. The Sonoma Coast Beaches and redwoods are a 30-minute drive away.

Egerton House Hotel

The Egerton House Hotel, a luxury five star property, is part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, situated in exclusive Knightsbridge, with the feeling of a homely private residence. Expect immaculate attention to detail and impeccable service at every turn, with 28 beautiful rooms and a warm and inviting lounge and bar.



Egerton House is less than a 3-minute walk from Harrods and Harvey Nichols department stores and the Kensington museums are within a 5-minute walk. Knightsbridge and South Kensington Tube (subway) stations are less than half a kilometer away.

Rooms have hand-stitched mattresses, antique furniture, original artworks and marble bathrooms. There are luxury bathrobes, Penhaligon's toiletries, mineral water and fresh fruit and flowers. A glass of champagne or a pot of tea is served on arrival.

Traditional English afternoon teas are available and the quiet bar serves light snacks and cocktails.
The hotel offers a butler service and a large menu from 7am to 11pm. Guests can eat in their room or in the bar/lounge area.  Kensington and Chelsea is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, parks and culture.

In this area you can shop for popular brands like Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Burberry.

Belmond Miraflores Park, Lima, Peru


The Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel is a 5-star, Belmond Ltd., luxury hotel in Lima, Peru. The hotel is located in Miraflores district, along a tree-lined avenue. It is a notable venue for conferences and wedding receptions. An observatory lounge is located on the 11th floor, offering scenic views of the city.

The Belmond Miraflores Park features an outdoor pool, with panoramic ocean views, a spa and luxurious accommodation with marble bathrooms. It is situated in the Miraflores district of Lima, 100 metres from Beach Circuit Avenue.



Rooms at Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel offer either panoramic ocean or city views. They have a seating area with cable TV, free WiFi and a minibar. Some rooms come with a private sauna and even a Roman bath tub. All guests are welcomed with fresh fruit.
Wellness facilities include several massage treatments. Guests can enjoy the sun at the terrace by the heated pool, or work out in Belmond Miraflores Park’s gym. City excursions can be arranged through the tour desk.

On the 11th floor, a sumptuous breakfast buffet is served while gazing out over the ocean and Lima city, as well as candlelight dinners, prepared with Peruvian products. Pisco Sour cocktails can be ordered at Belo Bar. Some guests will have access to the Executive Lounge which is located on the 10th floor. The lounge offers breakfast, tea, snacks, taps, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages during the evening.



Free private parking is possible when arriving by car at the Belmond Miraflores Park. The International Airport of Lima is a 20 minutes’ drive.

Miraflores is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, gourmet food and friendly people.

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle is a medieval castle that has been expanded over the centuries and turned into a five star luxury hotel near Cong on the Mayo-Galway border, on the shore of Lough Corrib in Ireland. It is a member of the Leading Hotels of the Worldorganisation and was previously owned by the Guinness family.


Located next to Ashford Castle, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is set on 10 acres of grounds, overlooking Lough Corrib in Cong. Dating back to 1845, this contemporary country house hotel boasts free WiFi and free parking.

This beautiful lakeside property has rooms and suites equipped with the latest technology, along with sash windows and rich deep pile carpets. There is underfloor heating in each en suite bathroom.
Ideal for those passionate about food, Wilde's restaurant at The Lodge at Ashford Castle has a strong reputation for serving fresh local and seasonal ingredients.



Dinner is a six course meal in the Wilde's Restaurant. Other dining options are available in the bar.
The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers a world of tranquillity and relaxation, on the historic estate of Ashford Castle. Just a 40-minute drive from Galway, it is an ideal base for visiting Connemara and Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, along with Galway, Westport, and the surrounding areas of Mayo. Ireland West Knock Airport is just 45 minutes' drive away.