Paradise doesn’t come much better than the newly opened Anahita Resort. Set on the idyllic island of Mauritius, the resort brings a new level of luxury to the island.
Set in a natural site of 213 hectares, between mountains, indigenous forests and meandering coastline, Anahita could be described as one of the most luxurious resorts in Mauritius.
You can expect a private butler trained in emotional intelligence to identify when you want them there and when you don’t! Chefs are on hand each morning to rustle up a breakfast of champions. Dinner can be taken at the Michelin starred restaurant on-site or alternative enjoyed alfresco under the stars.
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First Luggage is a direct baggage collection service that is fast getting a name for itself with high fliers and celebrities such as Dannii Minogue, Joan Collins, Normandie Keith and Alan Whicker. In fact it was recently recognized as one of the top 10 most promising businesses in the UK.
This door-to-door luggage forwarding service ensures that all you need for your business ventures, from computer software and important documents to personal belongings, is delivered directly to your destination. It means no more hanging around in check-in queues, trawling baggage carousels or battling with airport staff over lost luggage.
The company has a flawless record for safely delivering its clients luggage, and incorporates a state of the art tracking system that scans items up to 20 times en route ensuring that nothing disappears.
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Our love affair with Italy now extends beyond the finest 5 star hotels in this romantic, culturally fascinating, aesthetically delightful and genuinely open-hearted country. With an unrivalled reputation for welcoming families, Italy is the perfect place to holiday ‘en-famille’; and with friends too. For these occasions a fully serviced private villa is often the ideal way to relax and unwind, so, with some help from our friends at Homebase Abroad, we have hand-picked an exclusive collection of truly outstanding luxury villas, palazzos and, yes, even a castle that all meet the most exacting requirements of: perfect position, stylish design, cosseting luxury and first class service.
Take Lake Como - a gem in its own right - then add Villa Cima. Commissioned by royalty in 1814, Villa Cima provides a spectacular private escape in the breathtaking grounds of one of the finest luxury hotels in Italy, Villa d’Este. With its perfect location on the banks of Lake Como and regal demeanour, this beautiful villa will frame family memories that will last a lifetime.
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If you’d love to trial the real cowboy life… but in exquisite luxury then the Boutique Ranch in British Columbia is right up your track. Recently awarded with a Five Green Key eco-rating by the Hotel Association of Canada, this resort introduces you to the pleasures of the open wilderness, gourmet and organic delights all in the most incredible surroundings.
The boutique ranch is situated in a secluded and pristine wilderness area at 70 Mile House, in British Columbia. Capturing the rustic flavour of frontier living, the Siwash Lake has a casual elegance that is reminiscent of the Victorian era. The cathedral ceiling room is a haven where guests can unwind after the days trail ride the main lodge filled vintage fabric and antiques from the Wild West of yesteryear.
Small group or solitary riding offers a chance to explore the many unspoiled wilderness trails guests being treated to the joys of the written word in the lodges adjoining library and fine gourmet dining. Couples can also share the scenic beauty of this private wilderness and dine alfresco at the meadows edge.
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The Leela Hotel group has been quietly expanding and growing their presence within the Indian market over recent years, culminating in the acclaimed Leela Palace Hotel in Bangalore.
However, for their most daring development yet, Leela have acquired a three acre plot in Delhi for $150 million, making it one of the most expensive pieces of real estate in the country.
The new hotel is set to open in summer 2008 and will include 90 serviced residences as well as 319 guestrooms and suites. We can only speculate what the final costs will be, but judging by Leela’s other hotels, there will be no skimping on luxurious features.
