WELCOME & TESTIMONIALS
"Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living." Miriam Beard
As spring fast approaches - and we leave short days and frosty weather behind – our minds inevitably turn to warm beaches, romantic holidays and the sunnier months ahead. Here at the Chic Collection we’ve been planning and organising some great deals and offers for our travellers. The best way to keep up to date with all of our news is to join our community of chic travellers by signing up to our monthly newsletters – join at www.chiccollection.travel. Our newsletters contain unique offers (often half price), competitions and tips and will only arrive to your mailbox once a month! Since launching www.chiccollection.travel in the summer last year, we continue to be proud of working alongside hotels and resorts that are truly original and forward thinking. From design hotels to ultra-luxe villas, every property we feature promises to offer today’s traveller the highest standards of service, discretion and quality. It is no wonder really that cut-price travel is coming to an end – several bargain flight companies have already collapsed, and there is a general state of upheaval in the travel industry. Match this with the fact that consumers are now far more savvy and selective and what is being proven is that travel is returning to a simpler time. Thoughtful service, bespoke bookings and brand loyalty are increasingly determining factors for people researching their holiday options. All of our hotels can offer the traveller an authentic insight into the local customs, history and culture of the cities and countries they are in. Guests have proven time and time again that this is what makes a holiday special – the chance to experience another way of life – to be given the opportunity to have an exclusive insight. We are experts in providing seamless itineraries and advice that is so important to enjoyable travel and will ensure you get the most out of your destination. For travellers looking for adventure, culture and relaxation we can offer boutique hotels like Malabar House in Kerala
-an 18th century Dutch colonial residence, where you can enjoy a tranquil setting and the best of South Indian art and culture. Or you could try The Chedi in Oman with its charming setting - where else can you see mountains, deserts and the sea all from one location? For a city break with a difference, we’d recommend a stay at The Miro in Bilbao - an avantgarde wonderland where guests can immerse themselves in art, and then walk to the Guggenheim Museum… We have a chic getaway ready to be tailored for every type of traveller – no trip is too small, no itinerary too complicated – we look forward to planning all of your adventures in 2010. For our full-range of chic hotels see www.chiccollection.travel, also we appreciate your feedback – feel free to get in touch with us at stay@chiccollection.travel or call us on
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"True escapism, excellent service, wonderful restaurants and bars, sumptuous rooms, and a fantastic location to see all that Dubai has to offer. The choice for the discerning chic traveller!" Freddie Neave - stayed at The Royal Mirage, Dubai.
"It was amazing, Bovey Castle was lovely, we stayed in our room most of the time and enjoyed room service. The food was delicious and the staff very, very nice - it was a great way to spend our anniversary." Sue and Rod "One&Only Reethi Rah is without doubt the best hotel we have ever stayed at. The landscape, service and accommodation has been simply outstanding. Thank you so much for organising such a lovely holiday for us in the Maldives." Katherine & Reza www.chiccollection.travel 03
INDEX SOHO HOUSE NEW YORK
ALILA VILLAS HADAHAA
6-11 EDITORIAL AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 29
Evason Ma'In Ol Malo The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille The Residence Mauritius Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Villas Valriche Londo Lodge The Chedi Muscat Constance Ephelia Lukimbi Safari Lodge The Residence Tunis Desert Islands Qasr al Sarab One&Only Royal Mirage Burj Al Arab The Address Downtown Burj Dubai The Address Dubai Marina
Madaba Laikipia Laikipia Belle Mare Domaine de Bel Ombre Domaine de Bel Ombre Pemba Muscat Mahe Mpumalanga La Marsa Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Dubai Dubai Dubai Dubai
JORDAN KENYA KENYA MAURITIUS MAURITIUS MAURITIUS MOZAMBIQUE OMAN SEYCHELLES SOUTH AFRICA TUNISIA UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Punta Cana New York New York
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC UNITED STATES OF AMERICA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Victoria Pacific Place Kerala Ladakh Udaipur Bali Baa Atoll Gaafu Alifu Atoll
AUSTRALIA HONG KONG INDIA INDIA INDIA INDONESIA MALDIVES MALDIVES
AMERICAS 30 31 32
Tortuga Bay, PUNTACANA Resort & Club Chambers Soho House New York
ASIA PACIFIC 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
Moonlight Head Private Lodges The Upper House The Malabar House Shakti Ladakh The Leela Palace Udaipur Matahari Beach Resort & Spa Anantara Kihavah Villas Alila Villas Hadahaa
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HOSPES LANCASTER
THE MANDEVILLE HOTEL
ASIA PACIFIC 41 42 43 44 45 46
Constance Halaveli Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa Anantara Veli Resort & Spa Naladhu Maldives Rayavadee Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa
North Ari Atoll South Male' Atoll South Male' Atoll South Male' Atoll Krabi Phuket
MALDIVES MALDIVES MALDIVES MALDIVES THAILAND THAILAND
Arlberg Cote d'Azur Paris Paris Paris Berlin Crete Crete Crete Mykonos Mykonos Puglia Rome Algarve Barcelona Barcelona Bilbao Ibiza Mallorca Tenerife Tenerife Stockholm Ipswich London London London London
AUSTRIA FRANCE FRANCE FRANCE FRANCE GERMANY GREECE GREECE GREECE GREECE GREECE ITALY ITALY PORTUGAL SPAIN SPAIN SPAIN SPAIN SPAIN SPAIN SPAIN SWEDEN UNITED KINGDOM UNITED KINGDOM UNITED KINGDOM UNITED KINGDOM UNITED KINGDOM
EUROPE 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 74
Hotel Goldener Berg Cap Estel Banke Bel Ami Hospes Lancaster Casa Camper Berlin Elounda Mare Elounda Peninsula Porto Elounda Mykonos Theoxenia Sta Marina Resort & Villas Masseria San Domenico Ripa Hotel Vila Vita Parc Casa Camper Barcelona Grand Hotel Central Miro Hotel Bilbao Atzaro Hotel Son Brull Jardines de Nivaria Roca Nivaria Berns Hotel Milsoms Kesgrave Hall Andaz Liverpool Street London Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel Sofitel London St James The Mandeville Hotel
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BEACH CHIC
“Peacefulness and relaxation await you at the new Constance Halaveli Resort.” CONSTANCE HALAVELI RESORT
The feelings evoked of being by the shore – the heady mix of sand, sea, space, sun, and the cool breeze – appeal to the soul. During the day, tensions and worries slip away as the backdrop of palms, golden shores and azure seas offer us the ultimate escape from the ordinary. By night, the beach can be hedonistic or relaxing depending on the season and the resort – the choice is yours. So, why not stay where the sand is right by your door, with our pick of chic seaside places to book this year… Peacefulness and relaxation await you at the new Constance Halaveli Resort in the North Ari atoll, Maldives. There are several unique factors that set this resort apart – it has one of the longest jetties in the area and crucially, it is perfectly located by three of the finest diving sites in the Maldives. The villas at Constance Halaveli are perfectly isolated and designed - choose from the Water Villas, Beach Villas, Double Storey Beach Villas and the show stopping Presidential Villa. Each villa features a private plunge pool, and is either located over water or on the beach facing the sea. Next, to the Seychelles which have long offered travellers a taste of sublime paradise. The new Constance Ephelia is situated on two of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Mahé, overlooking the marine national park of Port Launay. Nestled into 120 hectares of land, there are several luxury accommodation options, all beautifully designed. Find time to
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experience the Shiseido treatment rooms. This is a brand new property with a scheduled opening of February 2010. The Residence, Tunisia, enjoys an enviable setting – at the edge of a golden Mediterranean beach and only 20 minutes away from the centre of Tunis. The atmosphere is lively, and will appeal to those who would like to experience another side of North Africa. The architecture reflects both Moorish and Andalucían influences, while the rooms and corridors present a relaxed elegance. The 164 rooms have private terraces, with views of either the gardens or the swimming pool and the Med. No comfort is spared, you can expect king beds, marble baths and walk-in closets- why not email us to find out more? Blessed with rainforest, beautiful beaches and the emerald green Indian Ocean, Mauritius is a classic tropical idyll. Heritage Le Telfair, located on the south coast, is surrounded by a 3,500-acre nature reserve making it a beautiful hideaway. Inspired by the colonial architecture of the grand sugar estate plantations, there is a real sense of elegance and charm. The resort offers 158 colonial-styled rooms and suites that are spread throughout the estate gardens, between the golf course and the ocean. All rooms have river or sea views, a veranda or balcony. There is a Six Senses Spa and attentive poolside butlers to assure you have a thoroughly relaxing stay.
UNIQUE CHIC
“spa and sauna facilities along with yoga classes amongst the fig trees, makes a stay at Son Brull an almost religious experience”
SON BRULL
We love discovering new pioneering features and unique design qualities that many of the hotels we work with take pride in. Originality is crucial for hotels in a time where we think we have seen it all before. What stands out could be a design aspect, a service philosophy or some unique luxury touches. Freethinking and original endeavors should be rewarded – here are some of our pioneering favourites at the Chic Collection that are paving the way… The obvious first choice is ‘Casa Camper’, we all know Camper for their functional footwear, but the brand has now branched into the hotel industry with properties opening in two of Europe’s most creative capitals, Berlin and Barcelona. Starting with Casa Camper Barcelona, this is a 25-room hotel with typical services such as free wi-fi and a free business center. However, the bicycles, vertical garden, a free 24-hour self-service snack room along with a recycling centre, sets it apart from the norm. With 51 rooms and suites, Casa Camper Berlin offers similar treats for guests, as well as a complimentary roof top lounge that serves comfort food to guests, all included in the room rate. Son Brull in Spain, at the foot of Puig de Maria Mountain, offers urban chic in an idyllic rural setting. Once a 12th century monastery and farm, its olive mill and stone courtyard still remain, now it is a cool, design-conscious hotel. Son Brull caters brilliantly for its modern guests with a beautiful infinity
pool, canopied love beds scattered about, attentive service and romantic air. The 23 rooms, decorated with earth tones and monochrome hues in keeping with the rest of the property, come with Bang & Olufsen TV’s, low-slung Scandinavian chairs and pillow menus. The excellent spa and sauna facilities along with yoga classes amongst the fig trees, makes a stay at Son Brull an almost religious experience. A truly unique urban hotel, Berns Hotel in Stockholm was originally built as a restaurant in 1863. The Belle Epoque exterior is as glamorous as the interior and it has grown a loyal fan base of chic guests who return time and time again. The hotel serves as an entertainment centre too, where you could find a show, a DJ spinning or even a concert. Even though there are a lot of guests passing through and enjoying the nightlife, the hotel manages to balance this with an air of intimacy. With only 82 rooms, all very comfortable with a good degree of natural light, Berns Hotel is perfect for a long weekend away. As an aside, it’s interesting to note that one of the rooms was once a dressing room for Ella Fitzgerald! The Chic Collection has unique and exclusive offers for all of these extraordinary properties, log on to www.chiccollection.travel for our entire portfolio.
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“ With stunning views of the dunes, taken in whilst you enjoy absolute luxury, none outdoes the Qasr Al Sarab in the search for absolute peace and quiet…”
DEEPLY CHIC
QASR AL SARAB
If it’s hip, it’s here - the ultimate addresses, the stylish and unusual, the uber-chic resorts, villas and hotels, the ones that demand attention. Whether it’s architectural inventiveness, super slick service or décor to die for – the following properties in the Chic Collection portfolio are all deeply chic… Money cannot buy the history and fairy tale story that surrounds Cap Estel, the legendary five-star resort on the Cote d’Azur near Nice and Monte Carlo. At the end of the 19th century, a Russian prince built on this historical site - this was to serve as his summer ‘datcha’. In the 1950’s the Cap Estel was developed into a deluxe hotel, welcoming luxury travellers from all over the world, including Catherine Denevue and Joe Kennedy. There are 14 suites and 4 deluxe guest rooms each with private balconies or terraces overlooking the Mediterranean and an air of rare refinement can be expected in all. Following a total transformation to bring it into the 21st century, Cap Estel is once again a legendary private mansion, playing host to celebrities from all over the world. The Burj Al Arab, without doubt a 21st century icon, offers the highest levels of personalised service in the most luxurious surroundings imaginable. With chauffeur driven Silver Seraph Rolls Royces to transport guests, a 600ft atrium and highly trained butlers this is the ultimate in super-luxe stays. The Burj Al Arab soars over the Persian Gulf, on an artificial island off Jumeirah Beach – it has 202 suites, with opulent bathrooms
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offering full-sized Hermes toiletries and other thoughtful gifts such as La Prairie night cream and aromatherapy sleep sprays. In addition guests can enjoy dining at 'Al Mahara', still recognized as one of the top restaurants in the region. Not far away in Abu Dhabi there is the newer Desert Islands Resort & Spa. Set off the coast of Abu Dhabi, this former Royal Nature Reserve has been transformed into a perfect luxury hideaway – offering guests and intrepid travellers a unique and remarkable experience. There are several accommodation options - pool access rooms, deluxe rooms, junior suites, beach villas, and royal villas. All are spacious and are bathed in natural light, with modern accessories, necessary amenities and traditional furnishings. An unusual and welcome addition to the region. Moving from the Gulf waters but staying in Abu Dhabi, we next look at Qasr Al Sarab in the spectacular Liwa desert in the Empty Quarter. Nestled into rugged desert surroundings, this is an oasis of luxury offering 206 ‘units’ sprawled across the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world. Private pools, outdoor terraces, and covered day beds will all help you to unwind. With stunning views of the dunes, taken in whilst you enjoy absolute luxury, none outdoes the Qasr Al Sarab in the search for absolute peace and quiet… The Chic Collection has hand-picked all of the resorts and hotels that you will find here - we thoroughly recommend all of them and even better, we can offer you, the traveller, the very best prices and deals for all. Email us or take a moment to be inspired by our website.
“Big city glamour is guaranteed at the roof top bar, where you can watch the sun set over the Hudson river”.
CITY CHIC
SOHO HOUSE
Cities are a great introduction to the soul of a country – whether the capital or a regional metropolis, you can be sure to find local cuisine, characteristic retail, and an undeniable street buzz that announces to you that you’ve arrived. Here are some of our most-loved individual urban hotels… Andaz Wall Street is a brand new design hotel in Lower Manhattan, boasting some of the largest guestrooms in New York City at 345+ square feet. In true Andaz style, there are plenty of clever touches, from free wi-fi, market-to-table fresh ingredients from the Hudson Valley and complimentary minibars. The Chic Collection has been closely following this group of properties and has some great offers for all Andaz hotels (London, West Hollywood, 5th Avenue and Wall St) so why not email us to see how we can help to organize your chic trip? Staying in New York City, Soho House can be found deep in the super-cool Meatpacking district – a sister to the media den Soho House in London. Both a club and a hotel, Soho House is the quintessence of urban cool. The rooms are large with impressive touches such as motion-sensor stereos, huge mini-bars and bespoke artwork. Big city glamour is guaranteed at the roof top bar, where you can watch the sun set over the Hudson river.
In a city famed for its classical elegance, Ripa Hotel stands apart in Rome. The hotel celebrates its artistic and minimalist statements with simple and colourful interiors and 170 modern suites. There is an atmosphere of functional luxury at Ripa in one of Rome’s most historical and significant districts, Trastevere, minutes away from the Vatican, the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Ripa is a welcome departure from the traditional and ideal for a long weekend away. Hotel Mandeville in London’s fashionable Marylebone village has famously plush and comfy rooms decorated in beautiful hues by leading design houses. Rooms have marble bathrooms, I-pod docking stations and DVD players. For a real treat stay in the Penthouse suite, this apartment style space has its own staircase entrance, roof-terrace and a powder pink marble bathroom. All guests should find time to enjoy the celebrated "Fashion Tea" service in the afternoon- delivered on a Zandra Rhodes tea service - before heading out again into local retail bliss. The newly opened Upper House in Pacific Place, Hong Kong, continues to cause a stir. In a city used to superlatives, this hotel has some very innovative and outstanding features making it the hottest new hotel in Hong Kong. Designed by celebrated architect, Andre Fu, there is a sky lounge, an outdoor lawn on the 6th floor and a 14 metre open kitchen. The rooms all feature a panoramic island or harbour view, and come equipped with spacious bathrooms, dressing area, walk-in rain showers, deep soaking baths, complimentary wireless Internet access, maxi-bar and snacks. The 2 penthouses, beginning at 730sq feet, are the largest in Hong Kong and will ‘wow’ the most seasoned of travellers.
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“indulge in world-class elixirs, treatments, wraps, and massage techniques brought in from the world’s four corners”
SPA CHIC
ANANTARA PHUKET
Make time to indulge in the most coveted of modern luxuries - space, privacy and peace. An antithesis to the raucous mega resorts, chic spa hotels continue to be in vogue for all the right reasons, so leave your high-heeled sandals at home and instead pack light and get ready to ‘be’ light too… Alila Villas Hadahaa is set on the tropical island of Hadahaa in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, in the Maldives. The resort is surrounded only by a vast expanse of sky and sea, making this an ideal ‘barefoot chic’ destination. There are no boundaries between you and the ocean, allowing for breathtaking panoramic views and of course a range of ocean activities. The Spa by Mandara, set in a natural tropical garden, offers a wealth of treatments - try to find time for the paraffin foot cocoon. Great care and effort has been taken to look after the resorts stunning local environment – in fact, Alila Villas Hadahaa is the first resort in the Maldives to adhere to the standards for Green Globe certification in resort operations, another reason to go and stay… ‘Discover your own stretch of sand’ is the motto of Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, also in the Maldives, nestled on Dhigu island in the South Malé Atoll. This gorgeous resort offers a wide range of accommodation options - all are stunning and romantic with spectacular bathrooms. Why not indulge yourself at the Anantara Spa during your stay?
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World-class, it features renowned signature treatments, bath and steam rituals and holistic therapies. Email us for more information on how we can help with your Maldivian tropical getaway. Next, to Thailand. Anantara Phuket opened in 2008 and is positioned at the north end of Phuket, where there is a very different scene to the beaches further south. Enjoy the traditional elegant service and setting of the Spa and indulge in worldclass elixirs, treatments, wraps, and massage techniques brought in from the world’s four corners. There are a range of different villa options to choose from - all have been inspired by Thai architecture with free-flowing and expansive space. There are big daybeds, and individual outdoor seating areas – great for spending time with friends. A little closer to home, Porto Elounda in Crete – is one of our favourite spa hotels. The aim of the on-site Six Senses Spa is to ‘appeal to the five senses to awaken the sixth’. Guests can experience treatments inspired by centuries of healthy tradition in absolute luxury. In addition, the rooms and suites all have fantastic views across the Aegean Sea. See our website for more information. Lastly, the Dominican Republic has many chic resorts – but we particularly like Punta Cana Resort and Club with its excellent Six Senses Spa. Punta Cana is perfect for those who enjoy golf, tennis, sea and sand activities and locally sourced cuisine. The estate is large and luxurious with many fashionable celebrity residents. This is a world famous resort but one that you can easily make your own private paradise…
HIDE & CHIC
“Buddha statues are dotted around and lily-ponds are lit up at dusk, there is always something to admire.”
ATZARO
Barefoot luxury is the order of the day with these ultra-luxe resorts where you can unwind and enjoy the pleasures of panoramic views, good food and cool interiors. Whether you are looking for the holiday of a lifetime or just a couple of weeks to indulge in the ultimate R&R, here at the Chic Collection, we specialise in ‘hide and chic’ destinations. All of these paradise hideaways offer uninterrupted glorious settings where everyday stresses quickly drift away… Arrive by powerboat or dhow to Londo Lodge in Mozambique. Set on a peninsula surrounded by blue Indian Ocean waters and East Africa's finest beaches, this private boutique resort is hidden amidst lush virgin African baobab bush and abundant coral reefs. Each dazzling ocean-view villa is built on a 7 metre high cliff overlooking the majestic Pemba bay. At Londo Lodge, you can experience sunrise safari breakfasts and explore mangroves in a dugout canoe whilst the restaurant serves delicious Afri-Asian cuisine. You may never want to leave… Next, to the West Indies and the world famous Maca Bana resort in Grenada where privacy and relaxation reign supreme. Each of the individually designed solar-powered villas has amazing ocean views and massaging hot tubs - ideal for couples and perfect for honeymoons. Spa therapies, kayaking, Pilates and yoga are all available to guests as are private art and cookery lessons for those who would like to take some new skills home.
There are a wide range of rooms, suites and private bungalows on offer at Elounda Mare in Greece. Some have terraces, or a balcony - others have walled gardens and a swimming pool where guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the sea. There is fine Cretan marble throughout the halls and furnishings that include antique pieces of folk-art; carpets, chests, tapestries, all in keeping with local style. The Karavia Bar is perfect for a sundowner with its magnificent views. There is also a Spa, where you can get Six Senses treatments. Elounda Mare has all the trappings to make for the perfect summer holiday… Naladhu in the Maldives will be a dream escape for the modern luxury vagabond who expects more than the customary luxury beach experience. Naladhu is located on its own private island and has a selection of private houses, all of which are built with timeless design features. There is a definite feel of the classic beach house fantasy, with white shutters, cool wooden floors and the luxury of each house being looked after by a dedicated House Master. Outside, the gentle sounds of the waves mix with the rustle of overhead palms. A perfect getaway and a totally private retreat that guarantees complete relaxation. In central Ibiza, Atzaro is a family-run rural paradise. There is incredible attention to detail –orange blossom and rosemary fills the air, Buddha statues are dotted around and lily-ponds are lit up at dusk, there is always something to admire. There are often art exhibitions and the restaurant is well known for the ultimate in mod-Med, all of which help to promote this beautiful getaway as the ultimate in hide and chic. There are a range of different rooms and suites to choose from and plenty of shaded and sunny spots to lounge around in.
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EVASON MA’IN
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Jordan
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Location Madaba
T +962 5 324 5500 E reservations-main@sixsenses.com W www.sixsenses.com
Lying 264-metres below sea level, Evason Ma’In is an oasis of serenity surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes and natural hot springs. The accommodations feature a fresh and unconventional design and most offer spectacular views across the valley to the Dead Sea. Elegant suites contain luxuries such as rain showers, spa areas, or wine cellars, and the Honeymoon Suite boasts almost 360-degree views of the waterfall. Offering Asian and signature treatments combined with deep-sea therapies,
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Rooms 97 rooms and suites
the Six Senses Spa sits directly under a hot spring waterfall that elegantly cascades into the main pool and relaxation area. The resort also offers activities such as relaxation trips, hiking, and cultural excursions for those wanting to explore further afield. Situated on a cliff top at the edge of the Dead Sea, Panorama is just one of Evason Ma’In’s many culinary delights and serves a combination of Arabic and Lebanese cuisine.
OL MALO
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Kenya
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Location Laikipia Northern Kenya
T+254 62 32715 E info@olmalo.com W www.olmalo.com
Situated in the spectacular wilderness of Samburuland, Ol Malo is a privately owned game sanctuary set on 5000 acres of plains and river valleys. The Ol Malo Lodge comprises four comfortable bedrooms individually decorated in traditional local style with luxurious hand woven furnishings and other thoughtful touches. Inspired by the colourful Samburu tribe and the surrounding landscape, the Ol Malo House boasts spacious accommodations for the exclusive use of a single party. Perched on a plateau Ol Malo has breathtaking views over
Rooms Lodge: 4 double rooms House: 6 double rooms
wild bushland to the slopes of Mt Kenya. Both boutique properties have infinity pools, each luxurious room has its personal verandah and ensuite bathroom with oversized bath and shower. Home hosted by the Francombe family all activities are handmade to suit each guest. Every adventure is personal, from watching herds of elephants, riding horses, camels, walking or driving to picnics by the river, or experiencing unique interactions with the Samburu people whose traditions have remained unchanged for hundreds of years.
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THE SANCTUARY AT OL LENTILLE
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Kenya
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Location Laikipia
T 01923 432726 E sales@highlifemarketing.com W www.ol-lentille.com
Located on the far northern escarpment of the Laikipia Plateau, The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille boasts four private, full-service, fully staffed luxury houses surrounded by acres of grassy hills and deep valleys, and endless views across impressive mountain ranges. Varying in size, each of the stylish houses has been individually designed to reflect a ‘Voice of Africa’ and features a range of outdoor spaces, including gardens and terraces. Set in a private conservation area that is home to a whole host of wildlife,
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Rooms 4 houses (The Chiefs House, The Colonels House, The Sultans House, The Eyrie)
each house has its own safari guide and vehicle allowing guests to enjoy a selection of activities including game walks and drives, and visits to local villages. Other activities include horse riding, camel trekking and mountain biking, although guests may choose to simply relax and enjoy the scenery at the onsite spa, library, or pool area.
THE RESIDENCE MAURITIUS
ASIA & PACIFIC Mauritius
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Location Belle Mare, Mauritius
T +230 401 88 88 E info-mauritius@theresidence.com W www.theresidence.com
Nestling between tropical gardens and a mile-long beach of fine sand, The Residence Mauritius, in less than a decade, has been hailed as one of the jewels of the international hotel scene. With its romantic atmosphere, its impeccable service provided by butlers in white uniforms, its state-of-the-art facilities subtly blended with antiques and artistically crafted golden teak furniture,The Residence Mauritius is the perfect expression of timeless elegance, combining past charms and modern comfort.
Rooms 135 Rooms 28 Suites
From the rooms, which are gently perfumed with Ylang Ylang, reputed to have soothing properties, to the Spa with its extensive range of massages and Carita treatments, everything is conceived to give you a warming feeling of relaxation and well-being.
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HERITAGE LE TELFAIR GOLF & SPA RESORT
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Mauritius
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Location Domaine de Bel Ombre
T +230 601 5500 E info@heritageletelfair.mu W www.heritageresorts.mu
Hidden amongst the rolling green hills of Le Domaine de Bel Ombre alongside one of the most pristine beaches on the south coast of the island, Heritage Le Telfair is Mauritius' best-kept secret. Twenty elegant villas are dotted among tropical gardens, designed in keeping with the colonial style of the old world Mauritius, and all with charming interiors with luxurious fabrics, free standing bathtubs, and four poster beds.
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Rooms 128 Rooms 30 Suites
Heritage Le Telfair has plenty to offer including an 18-hole championship golf course, complimentary watersports, miles of uninterrupted coral reefs and a Six Senses Spa. The choice of restaurants allows the chance to discover new flavours at every meal with the unique opportunity to contribute ideas to the chef as he is creating dishes, whilst the Cavendish bar is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and some live music.
VILLAS VALRICHE
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Mauritius
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Location Domaine de Bel Ombre
T +230 266 97 00 E audrey@villasvalriche.com W www.villarentalmauritius.com
Set within the breathtaking beauty of Domaine de Bel Ombre, the scenic villas at Valriche are the perfect holiday destination, offering privileged access to an unrivalled range of benefits and services in addition to luxury living and spectacular panoramic views. Large verandas, dazzling infinity pools and lush tropical gardens surround luxurious plantation-style villas finished to the highest standard. Spoilt for choice, guests have access to a wide range of facilities including those located at the neighbouring Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resorts.
Rooms 50 villas (for 2010)
Indulge in pampering at the Six Senses Spa, enjoy exciting activities at the nearby Umuzi Sports Centre, or celebrate a special occasion at Le Chateau de Bel Ombre, an attractive 19th century Manor offering fine dining and modern cuisine with local produce and island flavours.
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LONDO LODGE
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Mozambique
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Quirimbas
T+31 651 111 061 E info@londolondge.com W www.londolodge.com
Located on a peninsula just north of Pemba, Londo Lodge is an exclusive beach and bush resort with only six luxury villas. Sandwiched between lush bushland and abundant coral reefs, each ocean-view villa is an amazing combination of modern luxury with traditional building. Set on the cliffs overlooking the majestic Pemba bay, each one features an eclectic blend of Moroccan art with traditional Maconde woodcraft and Victorian mirrors.
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Rooms 6 villas
Thanks to its spectacular location, Londo Lodge is able to offer a fantastic selection of activities, with opportunities to head inland to the Quirimbas national park or to venture out to sea and go snorkelling, diving, and game-fishing. Additionally, guests can indulge in an extensive range of treatments at the cliff-edge based Spa, or enjoy a selection of fresh local seafood or quality South African meat at the resort’s fabulous restaurant.
THE CHEDI MUSCAT
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Oman
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Muscat
T +969 24 524 400 E thechedi@omantel.net.om W www.ghmhotels.com
Located just north of Oman's capital, The Chedi Muscat is an oasis of mysticism and luxury set against a stunning backdrop of deserts, mountains and beaches. Featuring details characteristic of traditional Omani architecture, 156 elegant accommodations offer exclusive access to two stunning pools, a water garden and a private stretch of beach. Vibrant yet subtle hues create a pleasant contrast against elegant furnishings and most rooms boast scenic views across the Persian Sea or the mountains.
Rooms 120 Rooms 36 Chedi Club Suites
The award-winning Spa offers an extensive menu of internationally acclaimed treatments, and the hotel also features a number of excellent restaurants and bars. Guests can enjoy a diverse selection of dishes in exceptional surrounds at The Restaurant, where 4 open display kitchens add to the atmosphere, or head to The Beach Restaurant where they will find fresh seafood and views across the Gulf of Oman.
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CONSTANCE EPHELIA RESORT
ASIA PACIFIC Seychelles
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Mahe
T +230 402 2777 E resa@constancehotels.com W www.epheliaresort.com
Located on the island of Mahe, the brand new Constance Ephelia Resort is set within 120 hectares of luxuriant and rare vegetation and is a truly magical place in which to revive the senses. Whilst all of the accommodations are spacious and stylish, some feature private plunge pools, stunning views across Port Launay Marine Park, and personal treatment areas and meditation zones. Designed in harmony with its natural surroundings, the Spa de
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Rooms 224 suites 43 villas
Constance invites guests to embark on a journey of beauty and wellness, offering numerous facilities and treatments. Each with its own individual concept, design and dÊcor, the resort’s many restaurants and bars offer a tantalizing selection of culinary experiences guaranteed to please. In addition to tennis, squash, kayaking and windsurfing, the resort also offers fishing and diving and has 5 outstanding boutiques.
LUKIMBI SAFARI LODGE
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST South Africa
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga
T+27 11 431 1120 E info@lukimbi.com W www.lukimbi.com
Positioned along the Lwakahle River, the 16 luxury suites at Lukimbi Safari Lodge all boast stunning views across the river to the open plains of the magnificent Kruger National Park beyond. The most southerly-located lodge in the area, this property offers exclusive access to 15,000 hectares of prime game territory, home to a resident pride of lions seen regularly around the lodge, both the black and the white rhino, and elephants and large herds of buffalo that bathe and drink in the river. From the main lodge,
Rooms 16 suites
decorated throughout with a selection of whimsical carved plaster panels, raised walkways lead to the spectacular accommodations, each designed for absolute privacy and offering luxury combined with modern African dĂŠcor and stunning river views. Complete with a fully equipped gym and an outdoor pool, a stay at Lukimbi is one of peace and tranquillity combined with some of the best game viewing in South Africa.
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THE RESIDENCE TUNIS
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Tunisia
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location La Marsa, Tunisia
T +216 71 910 101 E info-tunis@theresidence.com W www.theresidence.com
On the Mediterranean shores of historic Carthage is The Residence Tunis. With a typically Arab-Andalusian architecture of arched alcoves, graceful columns and domed ceilings, inside the guestrooms are simply decorated in contemporary, muted tones, with floors and bathrooms of Alicante marble, king-size beds and private terraces overlooking golden beaches and exotic gardens. Six restaurants serve a wide variety of international cuisine, including typical Tunisian dishes at El Dar, where guests can follow their meals with a traditional water pipe and a belly dancing show.
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Rooms 155 Rooms 9 Suites
Sporting facilities include an 18 hole golf course designed by the famous Robert Trent Jones II, tennis courts, a gym and a swimming pool - camel riding is even available nearby. The hotel is also home to Les Thermes Marins de Carthage, an onsite thalassotherapy with 30 treatments rooms and a Darphin spa.
DESERT ISLANDS
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST UAE
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
T +971 2 801 5400 E dirs@anantara.com W www.desertislands.anantara.com
Offering an unforgettable escape not far from Abu Dhabi, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is set on the verdant island haven of Sir Bani Yas, a showcase for nature-based tourism and animal welfare in Arabia. A wildlife reserve, the island is home to thousands of animals and birds and is long known for its natural and rugged beauty. Guests can choose from a wide range of nature-based activities or simply indulge in a selection of rejuvenating treatments at the Spa.
Rooms 64 rooms, suites and villas
Each of the luxuriously appointed accommodations remains true to the island's colourful heritage with striking indigenous fabrics and original pieces of Middle Eastern art. Whilst most offer panoramic views over the Arabian Gulf, the resort's exclusive island Villas boast private pools and tropical gardens for a truly extraordinary Arabian getaway.
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QASR AL SARAB
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST UAE
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Liwa desert, Abu Dhabi
T +971 2 886 2088 E infoqas@anantara.com W www.qasralsarab.anantara.com
Located in the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers of a selection of luxuriously appointed rooms, suites and villas with awe inspiring views of some of the world's tallest sand dunes. Offering a perfect blend of traditional Arabian architecture and modern conveniences, earthly hues and lush fabrics combine to provide unsurpassed comfort and an atmosphere of magical desert mysticism.
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Rooms 206
Private pools, outdoor terraces, and covered day beds are just a few of the luxury amenities guests will find. Just 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi in the Liwa Desert, the resort offers a range of activities in the gorgeous surrounds of the desert from spa treatments and tennis to camel trekking and 4x4 desert drives.
ONE & ONLY ROYAL MIRAGE
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Dubai
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Jumeirah Beach
T +971 4 399 99 99 E info@oneandonlyroyalmirage.ae W www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Considered Dubai's most stylish beach resort, One&Only Royal Mirage combines Arabian architecture and hospitality to create an oasis of calm in the heart of bustling 'New Dubai'. Resting on a kilometre of private coastline nestled in 65 acres of intricate arches, domes and towers, interspersed by courtyards, rich green lawns and immaculate flowerbeds, three distinctive environments coalesce to ignite the senses, each offering understated elegance and exclusive charm.
Rooms 468 Rooms and Suites
All accommodations are sea facing, decorated and furnished in a way that recalls the desert landscape whilst echoing the warmth of the Arabian Gulf. The Health and Beauty Institute, featuring the One&Only Spa and a traditional Oriental Hammam, is dedicated to nurturing beauty and the pursuit of wellbeing. Additionally, the many dining venues, offering a variety of casual and elegant settings, are renowned for being some of the trendiest in the area.
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BURJ AL ARAB
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST UAE
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
T +971 4 301 7777 E BAAreservations@jumeirah.com W www.jumeirah.com
Designed to resemble a billowing sail, the Burj Al Arab soars to a height of over 300 metres, dominating the Dubai skyline and ensuring its place as one of the most awe-inspiring structures in the world. Part of the Jumeirah Beach Resort complex, this impressive hotel sits upon its very own man-made island. A reflection of its Arabic heritage and traditions of hospitality, the hotel was designed to be luxurious and imaginative, and comprises 202 duplex suites and a whole host of unique and exciting facilities.
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Rooms 202 Suites
In addition to floor to ceiling windows with breathtaking views of the sea, every suite benefits from a range of unique features such as an extensive selection of complimentary Hermes amenities and an extensive pillow menu. Handsome spiral staircases lead from one floor to the next, perfectly separating the entertainment and living spaces in some of the suites, whilst in others, guests will find kitchens, cocktail bars, study areas, spa baths or full sized snooker tables.
“dominating the Dubai skyline and ensuring its place as one of the most awe-inspiring structures in the world�
BURJ AL ARAB AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST
UAE
Providing unsurpassed luxury, the two Royal Suites span an entire floor and boast private elevators, private cinemas and rotating beds. From the moment of arrival at Dubai's international airport, guests can expect to receive the best in personalised service, with the option of either a Rolls Royce Phantom or a helicopter transfer. Striving to exceed their reputation for unrivalled cuisine, the hotel's many dining venues offer exquisite dishes and spectacular surrounds. Guests will find something to suite every palate in a
variety of settings from beachfront venues to Al Muntaha, beautifully decorated and suspended high in the sky. In addition to Assawan Spa & Health Club with its numerous treatments rooms, two infinity pools, a squash court and a fitness studio, the hotel offers access to a wide range of activities including water sports, golf, sightseeing and world-class shopping.
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THE ADDRESS DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Dubai
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Dubai
T +971 4 436 8888 E downtownburjdubai@theaddress.com W www.theaddress.com
Standing an impressive 63 storeys above the Downtown Burj Dubai area, The Address Downtown Burj Dubai offers a unique combination of luxury, comfort and personalized service with lavish accommodations and outstanding facilities. 196 contemporary guestrooms feature only the finest quality designer furnishings, fabrics and bed linens in addition to outstanding facilities such as flat screen televisions and i-Pod docking stations. 25 suites boast spectacular views of Burj Dubai, The Old Town and The Dubai Fountain, and offer luxuries such as expansive balconies and outdoor terrace baths.
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Rooms 196
The hotel features seven fantastic dining venues, including Neos, a striking sky lounge located on the 63rd floor, which offers stunning views and a vast selection of gourmet treats. In addition to a luxury Spa with a world-class menu, guests will find a small library, a chilled infinity pool cascading over 5 tiers, and a stateof-the-art, 24-hour fitness centre.
THE ADDRESS DUBAI MARINA
AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST Dubai
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Dubai
T +971 4 4367777 E dubaimarina@theaddress.com W www.theaddress.com
Located in one of Dubai’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, The Address Dubai Marina has a direct link to the stylish Dubai Marina Mall and is just a short walk away from nearby beaches. The luxurious guestrooms are a haven of relaxation equipped with state of the art technology and handpicked amenities for ultimate comfort. Private balconies offer stunning views of the marina, whilst the interiors boast immaculately designed furnishings and the finest linens. The Spa at the Address Dubai Marina is the
Rooms 200
ultimate place to restore the natural balance of the mind and body, and the hotel also features a Fitness Centre and an infinity pool with incredible views. The choice of restaurants and lounges means that guests can enjoy everything from a signature cocktail by the pool at Shades, to tantalizing global cuisine served amidst bustling show kitchens at Mazina, or the exclusive Rive Gauche restaurant.
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TORTUGA BAY, PUNTACANA RESORT & CLUB
AMERICAS Dominican Republic
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Punta Cana
T +888 442 2262 E info@puntacana.com W www.puntacana.com
Offering responsible luxury, impeccable service and villas designed by the world-renowned Oscar de la Renta, Tortuga Bay at PUNTACANA Resort & Club is the premier Caribbean get-away destination. Each one of the well-appointed beachfront villas boasts an artful harmony between simplicity and elegance, featuring spacious interiors and balconies overlooking the crystal waters beyond. Offering a VIP Meet & Greet service at the airport, Tortuga Bay’s friendly and professional staff ensure that guests
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Rooms 30 suites in 15 villas
are well looked after from the moment they arrive on the island. Private golf carts are even available for convenient travel throughout the resort. Direct flights from London now make it easier for guests to enjoy the vast array of world class opportunities on offer at Tortuga Bay, including nine world-class restaurants, 2 golf courses, Six Senses Spa, full-service marina, SCUBA tours, and an ecological reserve and park.
CHAMBERS
AMERICAS USA
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location New York
T +1 212 974 5656 E reservations@chambershotel.com W www.chambershotel.com
Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Chambers offers guests a seamless fusion of uptown luxury and downtown cool, just minutes from Fifth Avenue shopping, museums, and Central Park. 72 loft-like rooms and 5 ultra-luxurious suites provide an oasis of calm, with subtle colour palettes, lavish details and deluxe amenities including iPod docking stations, room bars with Dean & Deluca specialities, and luxurious terry bath robes and slippers. Inspired by the downtown New York art scene, the industrial
Rooms 72 rooms 5 suites
architecture is complemented with soothing modernist interiors adorned with over 500 works of art intended to bring an element of sophistication, inspiration and imagination. Comfortable suites offer apartment-like touches and from the oversized terraces of two of the one-bedroom suites guests can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Manhattan skyline.
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SOHO HOUSE NEW YORK
AMERICAS USA
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Meatpacking district, New York
T+1 646 253 6122 E reservations@sohohouseny.com W www.sohohouseny.com
Offering a unique combination of luxury and style, Soho House New York is an exclusive hotel and private members’ club located in Manhattan’s trendy Meatpacking District. For the duration of their stay, guests have full access to the House and everything it has to offer, including the Cowshed spa and the rooftop pool. With green Swarovski chandeliers and stunning views over downtown Manhattan, the 6th floor Restaurant is open for meals throughout the day whilst next door, guests can gather
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round the large U-shaped bar and enjoy a selection of sumptuous cocktails and fine wines. There are other spaces too suitable for a wide range of purposes from curling up with a good book to formal dinner parties. Resembling spacious New York loft apartments, the bedrooms feature exposed wooden beams, hardwood floors and an eclectic collection of vintage and modern furnishings, from antique chandeliers to lavish Persian rugs and tall Venetian mirrors.
MOONLIGHT HEAD PRIVATE LODGES
ASIA PACIFIC Australia
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Great Ocean Road Victoria
T +61 29 363 8870 E sales@moonlighthead.com W www.moonlighthead.com
Hidden amongst tracts of mature Eucalypts, Moonlight Head Private Lodges are remote, luxury retreats where time stands still and guests are immersed into the natural beauty of the surrounding wilderness. Designed by Australia's globally acclaimed architect Glenn Murcutt, large European-style rooms boast designer furnishings, antique Persian rugs and Italian designed lighting. Perfect white walls add to the atmosphere by spreading the abundance of sunshine and moonlight throughout. Fabulous bathrooms feature oversized bathtubs, soft Descamps towels and a selection of Jo Malone & Kiehls amenities.
Rooms Exclusive use of private lodge, sleeps up to eight people
Expert chefs focus on creating perfect cuisine to suit a range of palates and guests can choose from an exquisite selection of Australian and New Zealand wines. Activities include hiking the Great Ocean Walk, horseback riding through the bush, or canoeing to spot platypus. Alternatively, Moonlight Head is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy Australian summer sunsets and majestic storms hammering at the ocean.
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THE UPPER HOUSE
ASIA PACIFIC China
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Hong Kong
T +852 2918 1838 E info@upperhouse.com W www.upperhouse.com
Set in the heart of Pacific Place, one of Hong Kong's most iconic locations, The Upper House offers a relaxed hotel experience with stunning contemporary interiors and personalised round the clock service. Spacious rooms start on Level 38, high above the hustle and bustle of city life, and boast spectacular harbour or island views. Comfortably furnished, each one features a spa-inspired bathroom with walk-in rain shower and limestone clad, freestanding bathtub.
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High above the hotel's unique secret garden and secluded lawn, the Sky Lounge offers views across the city and is the perfect setting for people to relax at any time of the day. Serving perfectly fixed drinks, the CafĂŠ Gray Bar is the perfect complement to CafĂŠ Gray Deluxe, a vibrant dining room with dynamic panoramic harbour views and a 14-metre-long open kitchen.
THE MALABAR HOUSE
ASIA PACIFIC India
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Fort Cochin, Keralas
T +91 484 221 6666 E info@malabarhouse.com W www.malabarhouse.com
Part of the city’s historical fabric, The Malabar House sits right in the centre of the heritage zone of Fort Cochin, ideally located for sightseeing, shopping and backwater cruises. Only a short walk from all the historical sights as well as the sea front with the Chinese fishing nets, this award winning boutique hotel is a seamless combination of tradition and contemporary design. The rooms, with their private roof terraces, gardens, or sit outs, have a cosy and personal feel, and feature distinctive antiques and
Rooms The Malabar Suite 5 Roof Garden suites 11 Deluxe rooms
artwork from a carefully curated collection that highlights Kerala’s composite culture as a passage between east and west. A member of Relais & Chateaux, The Malabar House offers more than a good night’s sleep, through fine dining and specially developed spa treatments, guests are encouraged to gain insight into the heritage and culture of this fascinating harbour city.
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SHAKTI LADAKH
ASIA PACIFIC India
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Ladakh, India
T +44 7967 649 542 E info@shaktihimalaya.com W www.shaktihimalaya.com
Offering a rare opportunity to slow down and discover a compellingly beautiful and remote part of the Indian Himalaya, the Shakti Ladakh Village Experience provides an intimate snapshot of day-to-day rural life in an area surrounded by high altitude desert, rugged snow capped mountains, deep lakes and fast flowing rivers. Although geographically, anthropologically and culturally part of Tibet, the remoteness and sheer inaccessibility of Ladakh makes it an incredibly unique location with one of the most intact Tantric Buddhist societies left on earth.
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Rooms 3 rooms, per village house
The experience lasts a minimum of 6 nights and during that time guests will walk, river raft and be driven from village to village, visiting Buddhist monasteries en route. The accommodations consist of various village houses, each one for exclusive use only, where guests will spend the evening relaxing and gaining insight to an unchanged rural way of life in the homes of the Ladakhi people.
THE LEELA PALACE UDAIPUR
ASIA PACIFIC India
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Lake Pichola, Udaipur
T +91 294 670 1234 E reservations.udaipur@theleela.com W www.theleela.com
Beautifully designed to reflect the styles and influences of the region, The Leela Palace Udaipur stands majestically on the banks of Lake Pichola exuding all the romance and splendour of a royal era. A stunning mountain backdrop, intricate design and world class amenities make it an ultimate experience that starts with a luxurious boat or car transfer and a grand welcome upon arrival. Opulent interiors are embellished with Thekri work, gold leafed floral and paisley motifs, and handcrafted white marble, and all of the accommodations boast stunning views over the Lake.
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The Spa by ESPA at The Leela Palace Udaipur is a personal getaway to a purest experience of wellness and relaxation. Situated in a tranquil setting beside a Guava garden, this tented spa has 8 luxury tents that include a yoga and meditation tent as well as therapy suites with private pools. Additionally, the hotel features a variety of dining options including Sheesh Mahal, a fine dining roof top restaurant that serves cuisine from the royal kitchens of India, and the intimate Library Bar.
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MATAHARI BEACH RESORT & SPA
ASIA PACIFIC Indonesia
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Jl. Raya Seririt - Gilimanuk Ds. Pemuteran, Kec. Gerokgak Kab. Buleleng - 81155, Bali Indonesia
T + 62 362 92 312 E info@matahari-beach-resort.com W www.matahari-beach-resort.com
Hidden away in the breathtaking scenery of Bali's unspoilt north coast, on the edge of the Java Sea, lies the unique Matahari Beach Resort & Spa, the first member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux in South-East Asia. The hotel's striking architecture and decoration reflects the art of local Balinese craftsmanship. Sixteen beautiful bungalows, built with traditional materials, are marvellously spread out over a well-manicured tropical garden.
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Rooms 30 Rooms 2 Suites
The award-winning Parwathi Spa, exuding the luxury of an ancient royal water palace, offers outstanding treatments with its own line of beauty products. Innovative fusion cuisine is served at the gourmet restaurant Dewi Ramona and an extensive range of activities, including yoga, cooking classes, golfing and diving, leave little to be desired. Matahari Beach Resort & Spa has received several awards commending its environmental policies.
ANANTARA KIHAVAH VILLAS
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Kihavah Huravalhi, Baa Atoll
T +9606644100 E kihavahmaldives@anantara.com W www.anantara.com
Offering the ultimate in privacy and indulgence, the Anantara Kihavah Villas resort has been designed in perfect harmony with the ocean and its lush island surrounds. Nestled directly on the sand or sitting above the flawless cerulean waters, 82 luxury villas boast private pools, partially open-air bathrooms, high ceilings and elegant wooden furnishings complemented by Thai silks and rich earthy colours. In addition to 5 Restaurants and 2 Bars, the resort features a total of 8 treatment rooms, 2 at the Jungle Spa
Rooms 76 Villas 4 Residences
and 6 at the Overwater Spa. For an unforgettable experience, guests are invited to descend into the world’s first underwater restaurant and wine cellar and dine amidst a panorama of ocean life. With world-class leisure facilities, the resort offers a vast selection of activities, including cooking classes, and diving, and for younger guests there is even a kids club.
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ALILA VILLAS HADAHAA
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Gaafu Alifu (North Huvadhoo) Atoll, Republic of Maldives
T +960 682 8888 E hadahaa@alilahotels.com W www.alilahotels.com/hadahaa
Set on the tropical island of Hadahaa in what is believed to be one of the largest and deepest natural atolls in the world, Alila Villas Hadahaa promises the original tranquillity and unspoilt beauty of the Maldives from many years ago. The resort's signature 'Journeys by Alila' are tailored to meet a range of lifestyle interests and guarantee to provide a truly unforgettable and culturally enriching experience.
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Rooms 50 villas (16 Island Villas, 20 Island Villas with Pool & 14 Aqua Villas)
Following a minimalist contemporary design, 50 island and aqua villas have been built out of stone and natural timber and boast stunning panoramic views which stretch to infinity. In addition to being the first in the Maldives to be Green Globe awarded with the 'Best Practise Building Planning and Design' certification, the resort's Spa by Mandara won EcoSpa of the Year at the 2009 AsiaSpa Awards.
CONSTANCE HALAVELI RESORT
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location North Ari Atoll
T +230 402 2777 E resa@constancehotels.com W www.halaveli.com
Floating in the shape of a curved Dhoni, Constance Halaveli Resort is a place where time seems to stop and dreams become reality. Dotted along the golden sandy beach or above the shimmering azure waters, 86 stylish villas, constructed out of wood and marble, feature private plunge pools and provide a haven of tranquillity. Offering a unique experience based on healing and nurturing from within, La Spa de Constance is a place of easeful relaxation, cleansing and rejuvenation.
Rooms 86 villas
Elsewhere, guests can enjoy a number of activities such as tennis and windsurfing, or for a truly unforgettable experience, embark on a romantic getaway, a sunset cruise, or a dolphin safari. For the perfect end to the perfect day, the Jing bar sits perched over the transparent waters and offers a great selection of drinks and cocktails.
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ANANTARA DHIGU RESORT & SPA
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Dhigufinolhu, South Male’ Atoll, Maldives
T +9606644100 E dhigumaldives@anantara.com W www.anantara.com
Land in a Maldives resort paradise, surrounded by turquoise waters. Take a morning plunge in the private pool of your overwater villa. Kayak to lunch on a desert island. Let the beauty of Anantara touch you in the Maldives. Nestled on Dhigu island in the South Malé Atoll, Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, Maldives is a brief 35 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport. Here, stylish villas, over-water suites and luxurious beach bungalows fringe tranquil lagoons. Celebrate the Maldives with Anantara, discovering the ultimate tropical island getaway with
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Rooms Beach Villas 52 Beach Villas with Pool 8 Over-water Suites 38 Over-water Suites with Pool 2
brilliant coral reefs and water sport adventures. Experience a healing massage at Anantara Spa, as you peer through the glass floors revealing the puffer fish, sting rays and baby reef sharks swimming underneath. Settle into luxury, impeccable style and Anantara's gracious service at Anantara Dhigu Maldives. Discover your own stretch of sand in the world's last unspoiled tropical paradise.
ANANTARA VELI RESORT & SPA
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Bodu Huraa, South Male' Atoll, Maldives
T +9606644100 E velimaldives@anantara.com W www.anantara.com
Let the beauty of Anantara touch you at Anantara Veli Resort & Spa, Maldives. Retreat hand in hand to a Maldivian paradise, enveloped in soft white sands and turquoise waters. Here, time is a luxury well spent in the pursuit of leisure and tranquillity, at one of the most naturally stunning destinations on earth. At Anantara Veli, the marvels of nature are complemented by the chic simplicity of our design, with over water bungalows providing the idyllic seclusion that you seek balanced by all the modern conveniences you would expect of a luxury resort in the Maldives. Set in the South MalĂŠ Atoll just half an hour from MalĂŠ International Airport, Anantara Veli brings you the island paradise of your dreams
Rooms 36 Over-Water Bungalows 14 Deluxe Over-Water Bungalows
- a destination created for thrilling honeymoons and romantic getaways. Unwind on endless white sand beaches, palm-fringed islands and pristine coral reefs. Contemplate the oceanic light as it evolves from morning glow to evening dusk - bathing the coconut thatched roofs in subtly-changing hues, and glittering off the clear waters just beneath your private over water bungalow. Nestled in beauty, removed from unnecessary distraction, here in the Maldives you are free to tune inwards as well as to indulge in the company of your loved ones.
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NALADHU MALDIVES
ASIA PACIFIC Maldives
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Veligandu Huraa, South Male' Atoll Maldives
T +9606644100 E stay@naladhu.com W www.naladhu.com
Imagine paradise. Tropical island sands. Swaying palms. Endless turquoise waters. Open your eyes and see Naladhu. Maldivian for “beautiful island,� Anantara's sister island of Naladhu offers a mosaic of timeless moments on the clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
Rooms 13 Ocean House 6 Beach House
Every Naladhu experience is one to treasure. Every space is yours to own, for your time on our island. We offer expansive private homes fronting the azure Indian Ocean, unsurpassed luxury, the idyllic Maldives vacation experience, and a graceful elegance that never goes out of style. Come with us and create your own timeless moments.
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RAYAVADEE
ASIA PACIFIC Thailand
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Krabi
T +66 75 620 740 3 E reservation@rayavadee.com W www.rayavadee.com
Nestled discreetly amidst tropical gardens and coconut groves against a backdrop of sheer cliffs, lush jungle foliage and the Andaman Sea, Rayavadee is an idyllic beach retreat with luxurious accommodations, fine cuisine and one of the most unique relaxation spas in Thailand. Reminiscent of a small southern Thai village, the award-winning architecture blends with its natural surroundings whilst the interiors boast traditional dĂŠcor, decorated in rich fabrics with many hand crafted details.
Rooms 98 Pavilions 4 beachside villas
Guests can choose between a variety of rooms, some with exotic gardens, outdoor Jacuzzi's or luxurious freshwater hydro-pools. Situated at the base of a limestone cliff, the Rayavadee Spa offers an extensive range of therapies that draw on ancient Thai healing traditions and a holistic philosophy of well-being. Bordered by three beaches, the resort offers a range of activities including diving, rock climbing, snorkelling and sea excursions to Phi Phi Island and Phang Nga Bay.
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ANANTARA PHUKET RESORT & SPA
ASIA PACIFIC Thailand
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location 888 Moo 3 Mai Khao, Thalang, Phuket
T +66 0 76 336100 E phuket@anantara.com W www.anantara.com
Reminiscent of a southern Thai village, the Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa is a haven of peace and tranquillity boasting 83 private pool villas and a fantastic selection of restaurant, bars and leisure facilities. Set between the sands of sun-drenched beaches and the rolling green backdrop of verdant hills, each of the onebedroom pool villas embraces its natural setting with open-air spaces and high arched ceilings. Inspired by contemporary Thai design and architecture, the interiors feature evocative local prints,
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Rooms 83 Private Pool Villas
textiles, and paintings whilst outside guests will find hardwood decks and private pools set in blissful seclusion. After a day exploring the viewpoints and waterfalls of the island's unseen hinterlands, guests can head to the semi-open kitchen at Sea.Fire.Salt and select fresh seafood or alternatively enjoy a tasting of Old and New World vintages in the resort's impeccably stocked wine cellar at The Tasting Room.
HOTEL GOLDENER BERG
EUROPE Austria
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Oberlech / Arlberg
T +43 5583 22050 E info@goldenerberg.at W www.goldenerberg.at
Offering a unique combination of luxury and simplicity, the Hotel Goldener Berg promises the Austrian hospitality, warmth and comfort that allow guests to be well look after without losing the feeling of freedom and calm. The accommodations come in various types and sizes, from cosy single rooms to spacious Family Apartments and Chalet Suites where alpine lifestyle meets rustic comfort. Set high above the rooftops of Lech, the Alpin Spa is a space of serenity and wellbeing with a natural spring water pool and an outdoor whirlpool.
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Additionally, there are 4 gourmet restaurants and a wine cellar with an impressive selection of international wines. Hotel Goldener Berg is the perfect base from which to explore the unspoilt natural paradise that is the skiing area of the Arlberg, and even provides all day child care facilities so that guests can make the most out of their stay.
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CAP ESTEL
EUROPE France
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Côte d’Azur, France
T +33 493 762 929 E contact@capestel.com or reservation@capestel.com W www.capestel.com
Located on a private five acre peninsular between Nice and Monaco, Cap Estel offers a haven of serenity in the heart of Cote d'Azur with beautiful terraced gardens and a private beach. Originally built in the 19th century, this stunning private mansion has 14 spectacular suites and four deluxe rooms with terraces or balconies. Offering breathtaking Mediterranean views, the rooms are bright and bold, boasting a seamless blend of modern and traditional elements.
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In addition to a fabulous spa dedicated to well-being and a state of the art fitness room, Cap Estel features a fine dining restaurant with an impeccable menu that changes with each new season, emphasizing freshness and originality. Guests can enjoy scenic walks around the grounds and at the end of a perfect day, sink into the infinity edged pool and melt into the deep blue sea beyond.
BANKE
EUROPE France
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Paris
T +33 1 55 33 22 22 E banke@derbyhotels.com W www.derbyhotels.com
An exquisite combination of old and new, Banke Hotel brings modern, cutting edge luxury to the Opéra neighbourhood of the French Capital. The imposing façade, dating back to the early 20th century, is that of an ornately classical Parisian building resplendent with history and only minutes away from the Place Vendôme and the Louvre. Retaining many of the original architectural features, including a magnificent circular mosaic floor in the lobby, the interior has been designed to exude opulence and warmth.
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Guests can expect Catalonian charm and Spanish flavours at Restaurant Josefin and the Lola Bar. Josefin offers avant-garde Mediterranean cuisine and the LolaBar tempts guests with delicious cocktails, snacks and tapas. Put together, the dining options at Banke help to ensure the hotel is one of the most exclusive addresses in the French capital. Whilst grandeur is evident throughout the hotel, the emphasis in the rooms is on comfort. Featuring cream and chocolate tones, high damasked-leather headboards, and designer furniture, guests are treated to a haven of pure luxury, a perfect escape from the busy city outside.
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BEL AMI
EUROPE France
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Paris
T +33 01 42 61 53 53 E resa@hotel-bel-ami.com W www.hotel-bel-ami.com www.bel-ami-trend.com
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Eve Saint Ramon
Stylish without being ostentatious, the Hotel Bel Ami is the perfect example of understated Parisian chic in an unbeatable Saint Germain des Prés location. 112 impeccably-furnished guest rooms comprise the contemporary accommodation, all equipped with in-room free WiFi, flat screen televisions, marble bathrooms and i-Pod/ I-Phone docking stations. Situated between the famous Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots, the property is within walking distance of the Seine, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum.
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Bel Ami is committed to the cultural development of the area, providing live Jazz music performances and screenings of old black and white films in the casual BA Bar, exhibitions by young local artists and an annual literary prize. The on-site Espace Bien Être boasts a fitness centre, a sauna and two treatment rooms which use Payot luxury products.
HOSPES LANCASTER
EUROPE France
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location 7 Rue de berri - Champs ElysĂŠes, 75008 Paris
T + 33 0 1 40 76 40 76 E hospes.lancaster@hospes.es W www.hospes.com
Located between the Champs Elysees and the Arc du Triomphe, the Hospes Lancaster provides a haven of calm right in the heart of the Parisian Golden Triangle. Housed within a beautiful 19century private mansion, the hotel boasts similarities to an elegant private residence, with a stunning collection of artwork and antiques. Ranging from intimate to extremely spacious, the 57 rooms and suites sit facing the Rue de Berri or the interior courtyard garden and feature rare antique furnishings, luxurious fabrics, and opulent marble and African iroko wood bathrooms.
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LCD televisions, wireless Internet and sumptuous Korres amenities are just some of the luxuries guests will find. Offering an exquisite menu devised by master chef Michel Troisgros, La Table du Lancaster is the hotel's impressive and intimate Michelin Star restaurant. After dinner, the Senzone Lounge & Cocktail Bar is the perfect place to relax and socialise.
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CASA CAMPER BERLIN
EUROPE Germany
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Berlin-Mitte
T 0049 30 2000 3410 E berlin@casacamper.com W www.casacamper.com
Offering a home away from home, Casa Camper Berlin boasts a unique perspective on the architecture and atmosphere of Berlin with signature views over the roofs of Mitte and Prenzlauer Berg. Located the vibrant and historical heart of the city, the hotel spoils its visitors with a vast array of nearby bars, shops, restaurants and galleries. Its interiors are flooded with natural light and feature an eclectic design paired with a modern calm resembling the vibe of new Berlin. 51 unique and spacious accommodations have
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open plan bathrooms and are fitted with numerous modern technologies including complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can expect to be both entertained and impressed at the Dos Palillos restaurant by Albert Raurich where exquisite Asian dishes are prepared tapas-style before diner’s eyes in the show kitchen. TentempiÊ offers fresh snacks and drinks 24 hours a day on the top floor of Casa Camper with incredible views over the city. No timetables, no bills, all free for guests of Casa Camper.
ELOUNDA MARE HOTEL
EUROPE Greece
“elegant luxury experience” stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Elounda, Crete
T+30 284 104 1102 E mare@elounda-sa.com W www.eloundamare.com
For over twenty years the renowned Elounda Mare has been delighting its guests with its friendly atmosphere and impeccable personalised service. Situated on the north coast of Crete, it was the first hotel in Greece to be honoured with membership of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association. Each of the hotel’s rooms offers a stunning view of the Aegean from a private balcony or terrace, and the bungalows have their own private seawater swimming pool.
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The three-award winning restaurants serve up imaginative Mediterranean dishes, strongly influenced by fresh seafood, and the hotel offers a comprehensive selection of leisure facilities, with tennis courts, a fully equipped gym, a nine-hole golf course and a wide range of watersports available, as well as a Six Senses SpaTM.
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ELOUNDA PENINSULA
EUROPE Greece
“six star luxury experience”
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Elounda, Crete
T+30 284 106 8250 E eloundapeninsula@elounda-sa.com W www.eloundapeninsula.com
A private road leads to the Elounda Peninsula, a hotel whose unique situation on a small promontory of land means that every one of its 48 suites offers a stunning view of the Aegean. One would expect only the best from a hotel that boasts no rooms only suites, and the Elounda Peninsula does not fail to deliver, with a private sandy beach, cinema and gym, a traditional Turkish hammah and access to the first Six Senses SpaTM in Europe.
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A wide variety of sporting and leisure activities are also available. The innovative cuisine at Calypso, the hotel’s gourmet restaurant, is the creation of Michelin-starred chef Jacques Le Divellec, and private wine tastings are available in the impressive Kelari wine cellar.
PORTO ELOUNDA DE LUXE RESORT
EUROPE Greece
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553 Location Elounda, Crete
T+30 284 106 8000 E porto@elounda-sa.com W www.portoelounda.com
Situated on the beautiful Mirabello Bay in northern Crete, with panoramic views overlooking the clear blue waters of the Aegean, Porto Elounda provides understated luxury in an idyllic setting. Designed in keeping with traditional local architecture, the fivestar hotel offers a range of opportunities for dining, from an openair lunch of fresh seafood and traditional Greek dishes among the olive groves at Elies restaurant, to cocktails and piano music at Kirki bar.
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The hotel boasts an array of leisure activities such as a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym and a private sandy beach with a sea-sports centre. The Six Senses Spa is the first in Europe to be awarded as the ‘best spa in the world’ whilst other available activities include cookery classes and wine tasting, and there are excellent childcare facilities.
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MYKONOS THEOXENIA
EUROPE Greece
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Mykonos
T+30-22890-22230 E info@mykonostheoxenia.com W www.mykonostheoxenia.com
Located a mere stones throw away from Mykonos iconic windmills and cobbled shopping streets, the Mykonos Theoxenia Boutique Hotel with its fresh, modern aesthetic and elements of 1960s glam offers exquisite design, discrete luxury and impeccable service. Set on the waters edge, the plate offers stunning views of the Aegean and a menu of delicious gourmet Mediterranean cuisine. Elsewhere, the Breeze In-Breeze Out Bar offers tasty al fresco dining by day and an elegant setting in which to enjoy a sumptuous cocktail by night.
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Fifty-two wonderfully stylish rooms feature balconies, wooden floors, luxurious bathrooms and a fantastic contrast of vibrant colours against the local stonework of traditional Cycladic architecture. On arrival guests are greeted with a fresh fruit platter and bottle of wine, and the hotel features a pool, Jacuzzi and health club, with a fully equipped gym and spa and massage treatments available.
SANTA MARINA RESORT & VILLAS
EUROPE Greece
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Ornos Bay, Mykonos, 84600, Greece
T +30 22890 23220 E info@santa-marina.gr W www.santa-marina.gr
Only 3km from the cosmopolitan town of Mykonos, Santa Marina Resort & Villas offers the ultimate lifestyle experience with a selection of luxurious rooms, suites and villas, 4 tantalizing restaurants, and an exclusive private beach. Offering majestic sea-views, each of the stylish accommodations boasts natural interiors, a private balcony or terrace, and a sumptuous marble or mosaic-tiled bathroom. For the ultimate in privacy, comfort and relaxation, the elegant villas sit high atop the hillside,
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elegantly furnished and complete with their own private infinity pool. In addition to its outstanding LOTUS SPA, which offers a vast selection of rejuvenating treatments, the resort has a state of the art health club, a floodlit tennis court, numerous swimming pools and a long sandy beach that stretches out alongside the glorious crystal waters of the Aegean Sea.
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MASSERIA SAN DOMENICO
EUROPE Italy
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Puglia
T +39 080 4827769 E info@masseriasandomenico.com W www.masseriasandomenico.com
Only a few hundred metres from the Adriatic coast in the Puglia region of Italy, Masseria San Domenico sits amidst olive groves and orchards, and offers boutique-style intimacy bound with first class facilities. Once a watchtower used by the Knights of Malta, the main building has been respectfully restored and comprises a choice of accommodations each tastefully furnished in a traditional style and boasting views over the azure Mediterranean sea or the thousand-year old olive groves.
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At the heart of the hotel is the magnificent swimming pool, encircled by rocks and plants and filled with naturally filtered seawater reflecting the philosophy of the hotel’s thalassotherapy Spa, ‘thelasa’ meaning ‘sea’ in ancient Greek. Additionally, the hotel boasts a challenging 18-hole golf course and has its own beach, a gym, two tennis courts, a bar, and three restaurants, including a poolside grill and an airy breakfast room.
RIPA HOTEL
EUROPE Italy
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Roma, Trastevere Quarter
T 0039 06 58611 E info@ripahotel.com W www.ripahotel.com
Breathtaking in its simplicity, Ripa Hotel provides a lively and welcoming atmosphere of functional luxury right in the heart of the modern part of Trastevere. Designed with space, light and comfort in mind, 170 rooms and suites provide guests with a chic yet friendly atmosphere in which to relax and feature satellite television, writing desks with sofas, and Wi-Fi Internet. Following a modern minimalist style, Ripa has been designed to stand apart
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from a typically classical roman hotel, featuring displays of subtle contrasts between new colours and innovate materials throughout. Only a short walk or tram ride away from the banks of the river Tiber and all of Rome’s historical landmarks and shopping areas, the Ripa hotel has chosen to make a cultural and artistic statement and, as a result, is a truly magical gem in the centre of Rome.
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VILA VITA PARC
EUROPE Portugal
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Algarve
T +351 282 310 100 E reservas@vilavitaparc.com W www.vilavitaparc.com
Vila Vita Parc is an ultra-luxurious seaside oasis set amongst 54 acres of lush sub-tropical gardens and exquisite coastline. Wellappointed accommodations are spread across the grounds and most feature generous balconies or terraces with grand views across the park and the oceans. Offering unique exclusivity, Vila Praia and Vila Trevo boast eight large suites between them, each with their own pool and a spacious sunbathing lawn.
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Guests have a choice of causal and gourmet dining at 8 different restaurants, whilst those looking for sheer relaxation should head to the Vila Vita Vital Spa where fragrant steam and algae baths, and classic and Far Eastern massages await. Other activities include indoor and outdoor sports, diving, deep-sea fishing and trips to magnificent wine-growing estates.
CASA CAMPER BARCELONA
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Barcelona
T+34 93 342 6280 E Barcelona@casacamper.com W www.casacamper.com
Located in the historical neighbourhood of El Raval, a place where tourism meets local life and new tendencies mix with tradition, Casa Camper Barcelona is a small design hotel offering an innovative concept with a high degree of functionality and friendly aesthetics. Only minutes from Plaza Cataluna, Las Ramblas and Macba, the hotel’s 25 rooms and suites are housed in a typical 19th century gothic tenement. Decorated in a truly minimalist style, each one features independent sleeping and living areas, the latter with a working space and a balcony onto the street.
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Casa Camper offers a "tentempiĂŠ" service; an open permanent buffet with a fresh selection of sandwiches, salads, soup, fresh sliced fruit, desserts,snacks, soft drinks, juices, waters, coffee and tea. This service is complimentary and available 24 hours for their guests. In addition to this exclusive service that substitutes the usual in room minibar, the hotel proudly presents Dos Palillos by Albert Raurich, former chef of El Bulli, a restaurant which offers authentic Asian dishes served in the style of Spanish tapas.
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GRAND HOTEL CENTRAL BARCELONA
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Via Laietana, 30
T +34 93 295 7900 E info@grandhotelcentral.com W www.grandhotelcentral.com
Centrally located, this design hotel offers spectacular views of the entire Gothic district and the ancient city walls. From here, guests can easily access the nearby Las Ramblas, shopping around Plaza Cataluﾃｱa and the beach. Whilst the Suites and Executive Rooms are particularly elegant and comfortable, all 147 spacious guestrooms offer a perfect combination of avant-garde style and cool ambience, and guests are assured the same standards of luxury and excellent service throughout.
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Probably the most spectacular in the centre of Barcelona, the rooftop infinity pool boasts a smooth surface that blends with the rooftops of the neighbouring Born district and the sea. Managed by the prestigious chef Ramon Freixa, the ﾃ」alon Restaurant brings a delectable update to traditional Catalan flavours using only the best seasonal products. The hotel also boasts 4 fully equipped meeting rooms, a Library, Wellness Suite, Fitness Center and panoramic Sky Bar.
HOTEL MIRĂ“ BILBAO
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Bilbao, Spain
T+ 34 94 6611880 E reservas@mirohotelbilbao.com W www.mirohotelbilbao.com
Tucked in between the Guggenheim and Fine Arts Museums in the centre of Bilbao, Miro Hotel is the perfect base from which to discover this vivacious city. Designed by fashion designer Antonio Miro, the hotel’s interior is an exquisite urban space of functional design where every detail has been conceived to guarantee maximum comfort. The accommodations, furnished with original and exclusive design pieces, feature fine materials and attractive lighting to create a calm and restful atmosphere
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whilst still containing all of the modern conveniences of the day. In addition to a fully equipped gym, the hotel also boasts a Wellness Area where guests can enjoy a steam bath, hydromassage tub and hydromassage shower during a private half hour session, and a new and extended Massage Area offering a wide range of treatments to guarantee total wellbeing.
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ATZARO
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Ibiza, Santa Eulalia
T+34 971 33 88 38 E agroturismo@atzaro.com W www.atzaro.com
A rural retreat set in its own orange grove, a centuries-old family finca was lovingly converted into luxury accommodation to create the Atzaro hotel in Santa Eulalia. Maintaining the traditional Balearic architecture, with white washed walls, perched doorways, beamed ceilings and hidden terraces, the hotel nevertheless manages to capture the style and vibrancy of modern-day Ibiza, with 10 tastefully decorated rooms inspired by Arabic, Asiatic and African influences.
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Occupying a unique space surrounded by oriental gardens, the Atzaro Spa provides guests with an escape from the hustle and bustle of San Antonio, with state of the art facilities and unique and personalised treatments. The gourmet restaurant offers an al fresco dining experience, serving up innovative fusion cuisine under the shade of palm trees.
SON BRULL HOTEL & SPA
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Ctra. Palma-Pollenรงa km.50 07460 Pollenรงa - Mallorca
T+34 971 535353 E info@sonbrull.com W www.sonbrull.com
A former Monastery dating back to the 18th century, Son Brull Hotel & Spa has been lovingly restored, maintaining its historic and architectural features, into a modern, design-oriented luxury hotel. A member of Relais & Chateaux, the hotel boasts 23 spacious rooms and suites decorated in vanguard style with state of the art technology and luxury furnishings. Using a selection of organic fruits, vegetables and olive oils produced on the 40 hectares of land on which the hotel sits, the 3/65 restaurant serves
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a menu of Mallorcan cuisine inspired by both historic and modern recipes from the area. At the OLIVEDA spa guests can indulge in a wide selection of luxurious treatments including hydrotherapy and geothermal therapy whilst elsewhere at Son Brull they can enjoy activities such as cooking classes, wine tasting, yoga, and tennis.
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JARDINES DE NIVARIA
EUROPE Spain
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location Playa de Fañabé, Costa Adeje, Tenerife
T +34 922 713 333 E info@adrianhoteles.com W www.adrianhoteles.com
With direct access to the sandy Playa Fañabé and panoramic views over 'Puerto Colon' harbour and La Gomera, Jardines De Nivaria is one of south Tenerife's most luxurious hotels. Distributed across 5 different buildings, the classic and Art-Deco accommodations are brightly and elegantly furnished and some even feature terraces with garden or sea views. An oasis of peace and tranquillity, the lush gardens have 2 large pools and an outdoor Jacuzzi.
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Various treatments designed for pure indulgence are available at The Aequor Spa and a number of activities, from table tennis to watersports are also offered. Guests can chose from a variety of unique dining venues and come sundown, enjoy live music in the piano bar or the ballroom. Impeccable service, world-class facilities and a relaxed atmosphere make this an ideal destination for both couples and families.
ROCA NIVARIA GH
EUROPE Spain
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Location Playa de ParaĂso, Costa Adeje, Tenerife
T +34 922 740 202 E info@adrianhoteles.com W www.adrianhoteles.com
Beautifully modern and minimalist, the Roca Nivaria Gran Hotel is situated in the tranquil area of Playa ParaĂso and boasts direct access to a small sandy beach, infinite views over the ocean and magnificent sport, beauty and wellness facilities. Featuring a combination of traditional and oriental design, 289 spacious accommodations have luxurious bathrooms and large balconies or terraces. Many are perfect for families, boasting separate lounge areas complete with plush sofa beds.
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Two wonderful swimming pools and a large Jacuzzi surrounded by lush, peaceful gardens provide breathtaking infinity views of the ocean and guests can indulge in pampering at the Azules de Nivaria Spa. The hotel also has 4 excellent restaurants, extensive sports facilities and offers a baby club and a mini club with plenty of activities for children.
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BERNS HOTEL
EUROPE Sweden
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Stockholm
T +46 8 566 322 00 E sales@berns.se W www.berns.se
An elegant boutique hotel right in the heart of Stockholm, Berns Hotel offers an exceptional level of personal service with just 82 homely rooms. Furnished with a mix of designer and vintage pieces, and decorated in colours chosen to complement the details in cherry wood, each of the accommodations boasts a light and airy feel with some featuring large private balconies or bay windows with stunning views over the city.
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Located within walking distance of the Old Town, Stockholm Castle and boats to the archipelago, the hotel hosts two exceptional restaurants as well as a trendy nightclub. Offering Stockholm's most breathtaking and beautiful ambience, Berns Asian serves a selection of vibrant Asian cuisine whilst Bistro Berns is a classic, unpretentious Bistro offering traditional French fare and a unique view over the park.
MILSOMS KESGRAVE HALL
EUROPE England
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Kesgrave, Ipswich
T 01473 333741 E reception@kesgravehall.com W www.milsomhotels.com
Set amidst 38 acres of manicured lawns and deep woodlands, Kesgrave Hall is a stunning country house hotel with 23 lavish bedrooms. Each room is individually designed with a perfect eye for detail – crisp white linen, fluffy towels and the latest in technology. The principal rooms even boast huge walk-in showers with bathtubs in the room. The restaurant has plenty of theatre with diners being able to see exactly what goes on in the open plan kitchen where the head chef champions all that is great about local Suffolk food.
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The restaurant is open all day and the full a la carte menu is available from 12 noon right through to the evening – so no rush! A blend of traditional and contemporary design, the hotel’s bar, with rustic floorboards, huge gothic mirrors and a long granite topped bar, is the perfect place to relax and unwind, with an extensive wine and cocktail menu.
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ANDAZ LIVERPOOL STREET LONDON
EUROPE United Kingdom
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location 40 Liverpool Street, London, United Kingdom EC2M 7QN
T +44 207 961 1234 E info.londonliv@andaz.com W www.london.liverpoolstreet.andaz.com
Located in the heart of London, Andaz Liverpool Street London is the first of Hyatt Hotels exciting new Andaz brand. Housed in an historic and original redbrick Victorian building, once inside Andaz is pure 21st century with 267 modern guest rooms and 8 Suites, designed to create the ultimate hotel experience. With no reception desk or check-in queue, guests are invited to relax in the Lounge while the check-in comes to them, offering the highest level of personal and uncomplicated service. For dining there is something to suit every taste and occasion
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with 5 Restaurants and Bars including the hotels' signature 1901 Restaurant & Wine Bar and the award-winning Champagne Bar. Located adjacent to Liverpool Street station and the London financial district, Andaz is within walking distance to the main attractions of Tower Bridge, Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern and the entertainment areas of Spitalfields, Hoxton and Shoreditch, providing the perfect option for both leisure and business travel.
JUMEIRAH LOWNDES HOTEL
EUROPE England
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553 Location Knightsbridge, London
T 0207 823 1234 E jlhinfo@jumeirah.com W www.jumeirah.com
One of London's best-kept secrets, the Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel is tucked away in the village of Belgravia but only yards from Knightsbridge's most fashionable stores. Set against the backdrop of Lowndes square, this stylish urban retreat offers 87 contemporary accommodations with opulent marble bathrooms and state of the art amenities including i-home iPod docks and Temple Spa products. The exclusive 6th floor boasts a number of lavish yet understated suites offering extraordinary space, comfort and privacy.
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Serving modern European cuisine with a twist, the hotel's Mimosa Restaurant offers an atmosphere that is both vibrant and relaxed. Other dining venues include a Bar, a heated Terrace and a Private Dining Room. Alternatively, guests can head to the nearby Jumeirah Carlton Tower where they can enjoy a number of restaurants as well as access to the exclusive Peak Health Club & Spa.
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SOFITEL LONDON ST JAMES
EUROPE England
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 08456044553
Location 6 Waterloo Place, London
T 0207 747 2200 E denis.dupart@sofitel.com W www.sofitelstjames.com
A hidden gem in the heart of London, Sofitel London St James lies discreetly at the heart of the most prestigious and lively area of London. Created in a magnificent grade II listed building, the five star hotel boasts accommodation to suit every taste. Landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square are all near the hotel. Sofitel London St James effortlessly achieves a marriage of French modernism and British old world elegance where traditional and contemporary elements blend perfectly.
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Rich fabrics in shades of chocolate, almond and olive, lacquered mahogany furniture, thick carpets, sophisticated lighting and state-of-the-art technology are trademarks within the hotel. Sofitel London St James comprises 186 rooms including 9 Junior suites, 6 Prestige Suites and 1 Royal suite. All rooms feature high definition flat screen television with 110 channels, an extensive movies library, Media Hub, iPod docking station and complimentary WIFI. Elegant black marble bathrooms with stylish chrome fittings, fluffy bathrobes and luxury Hermès amenities allow for complete indulgence.
“Rejuvenating traditions from around the world meet the refinement and skill of the latest in French cosmetology to create So SPA by Sofitel an exhilarating, uplifting and rejuvenating spa experience�
Offering a sophisticated but relaxed welcome, the hotel features a renowned French restaurant, Brasserie Roux. Fashioned after a gentlemen's club, the St James Bar offers fine whiskies and champagnes to accompany conversation by the bar or fireplace. The Rose Lounge, on the other hand, is a feminine affair in pink and cream where guests may enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea. This stunning five-star hotel is now further enhanced by a luxury spa, So SPA by Sofitel, with two highly prestigious brands from French cosmetology, Carita and Cinq Mondes.
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Distributed over three floors, the spa has retained the original features of the building, and offers a unique and personalised experience with a Spa Butler. The gym and relaxation space, So FIT by Sofitel, features the most advanced fitness and wellness equipment and an exclusive Sha Chair, a unique multi sensory experience.
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THE MANDEVILLE HOTEL
EUROPE United Kingdom
stay@chiccollection.travel call us on 0845 6044553
Location Mandeville Place, London, W1U 2BE
T 020 79355599 E reservations@mandeville.co.uk W www.mandeville.co.uk
Situated close to Bond Street, Selfridges and The Wallace Collection, the Mandeville Hotel provides luxury accommodation with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and highly personalised service. Designed with utmost comfort in mind, this contemporary boutique style property boasts 142 stylish bedrooms furnished with luxurious fabrics and wall coverings from some of the leading design houses. As well as its menu of delicious British cuisine, the award winning deVille Restaurant offers an exciting and unique
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afternoon tea experience with something for everyone, from designer cupcakes and champagne to roast sirloin sandwiches and whisky. Additionally, the deVille Bar offers an extensive selection of cocktails devised by Claudio Grisorio through his groundbreaking style of mixology and innovative use of ingredients, and is a truly fabulous place in which to unwind after a busy day shopping or sightseeing.