June 30th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
On business in Addis Ababa? Check into the Sheraton Addis, the finest hotel in the Ethiopian capital, and you’ll get a fourth night for free (for arrivals Wednesday-Saturday). The first hotel in Africa to join Starwood’s Luxury Collection, the Sheraton Addis is situated on a hilltop opposite the National Palace. Business travelers appreciate the professional […]
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June 9th, 2009, by K. Clare Johnson
Dar Ayniwen Villa Hotel in Marrakech takes relaxation to a whole new level. Halfway between a luxury hotel and a family home, the Moroccan property focuses on tranquility, quality and style. Wander in the extensive gardens, swim in the heated swimming pool, or indulge in the traditional hammam (Turkish Bath). A driver is on call […]
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June 2nd, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Last week, the legendary Marrakech hotel held an auction to empty its palatian interiors before a long-anticipated redesign by Jacques Garcia. Lucky attendees snagged all kinds of goodies– from monogrammed tableware to Art Deco furniture. Even the patio’s columns were up for bidding. Now that La Mamounia has been emptied, the celebrated designer can work his […]
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May 28th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
We just got word about a cool package being offered by the swanky Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town. Perched above the Atlantic and flanked by Table Mountain and The Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, the luxury hotel boasts one of the most dramatic settings on earth. To celebrate the 9th day of the […]
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May 21st, 2009, by K. Clare Johnson
Anantara Resorts, known for its luxury properties in the Asia-Pacific region (including Anantara Phuket Resort and Spa, pictured), is heading to Africa. The company has announced plans to pair with H Partners, a Morocco-based hospitality investment company, and will open two properties in 2011, with many others planned. Anantara Marrakech Resort & Spa and Anantara […]
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May 18th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
It’s back. Sofitel Hotels is bringing back the wildly popular “Chic Picnic” offer, so that Sofitel guests worldwide– whether visiting the Pyramids in Cairo, taking an urban vacay in New York or Chicago, or getting romantic in Rome– can explore their chosen city and indulge with a sumptuous picnic of local delicacies prepared by the […]
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May 4th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Today marks the opening of the second phase of ticketing for the 2010 FIFA World Cup which will take place in South Africa. Never before has this soccer tournament been held in Africa. As explained by The Washington Post: “On the heels of the 15th anniversary of the fall of apartheid, the soccer extravaganza will […]
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May 4th, 2009, by Alison Victor
The One and Only Resorts are known as an ultra-luxurious collection of award-winning properties in the most beautiful spots on the globe. As we reported back in January, One and Only Cape Town is the latest property to join this exclusive collection; as of April 3rd, it’s open. Described as an “urban chic water front” […]
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April 28th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
InterContinental Hotels Group– the world’s largest hotel company– has just announced a big promotion. Earn a free night by registering at getafreenight.com and then staying two nights at any Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, Staybridge Suites or Candlewood Suites around the world between May 4th and July 3rd, 2009. Voila! […]
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April 14th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
This just in. Starwood Hotels and Resorts has announced a rewarding new promotion for new and existing members of the Starwood Preferred Guest program (SPG). When you stay two times at any of Starwood’s hotels between May 1 and July 31, 2009, you can earn one free weekend night (Friday, Saturday or Sunday). There are […]
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