http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com The Ultimate Guide to Upscale Destinations Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:19:24 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en It's easy to see why The Oberoi Amarvilas has racked up the awards, consistenly rated one of the best hotels in the world. Guests-- pampered like maharajas-- get the luxury of their own private view of the greatest monument built to love. With the Taj Mahal just 600 meters away ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/06/friday-photos-see-the-taj-mahal-from-your-room-at-the-oberoi-amarvilas/ Learn to cook at one of the most illustrious luxury hotels in Britain. Nested in the picturesque countryside of Oxfordshire, Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons was the vision of celebrated chef Raymond Blanc. With 32 beautiful guest rooms and a two Michelin starred kitchen, Le Manoir has gathered quite the ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/06/the-raymond-blanc-cookery-school-at-le-manoir-aux-quat-saisons-oxfordshire/ As if a stay at The Cove Atlantis Paradise Island Resort wasn't wonderful enough, Country music queen Carrie Underwood is performing at the luxury Bahamian property on December 5, 2009, in order to celebrate the release of her new album. The Cove Atlantis is a unique, ocean-themed destination ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/06/carrie-underwood-performs-at-the-cove-atlantis-paradise-island/ The City of Light is getting a slew of new luxury hotels next year-- from the Shangri-La to the Royal Monceau- A Raffles Hotel. Not to be left behind, W Hotels has picked a prime piece of real estate in the Opéra district to bring its signature "wow factor" to ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/06/w-hotels-comes-to-paris-w-paris-opera-slated-for-2011/ Here's an offer you can't refuse. Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced a promotion called "Live the Suite Life" at properties across the globe. Book your suite in London at Jumeirah Carlton Tower or Jumeirah Lowndes Hotels in the heart of Knightsbridge and they'll trim up to £100 off the ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/05/live-the-suite-life-get-upgrades-with-jumeirahs-hotel-in-dubai-london-new-york/ Five Star Alliance-- the leading site for luxury hotel reservations-- is adding new hotels daily to its collection of hand-picked properties. From the brand spanking new W Hotel Boston to the Kempinski Hybernska Prague (housed in a 17th century residential palace), the most recent luxury hotel additions can be found ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/05/new-luxury-hotels-in-the-five-star-alliance-collection/ Itching to try some heli-skiing in Wyoming's spectacular Teton Mountains? The ski-in/ski-out Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole-- described by Elite Traveler Magazine as "arguably the top slopeside hotel in the nation"-- has put together a four-night package so you can learn how. You'll get expert instruction on premier training grounds, ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/05/learn-how-to-heli-ski-with-the-four-seasons-resort-jackson-hole/ So you've probably heard us wax lyrical about the 4,200-acre estate in the Great Smoky Mountains, prized for its cuisine, where guests "can escape modern-day frenzy and slip into a Blackberry state of mind." Forgive us. Blackberry Farm is one of those places that gets under your skin. No wonder ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/04/the-famous-thanksgiving-turkey-fry-at-blackberry-farm-great-smoky-mountains/ Talk about a New Year's Eve to remember. In grand fashion, the Grand Hotel Kempinski Geneva-- awarded "Switzerland's Leading Business Hotel" at the World Travel Awards 2009-- has put together an extravaganza to ring in the new year. With dazzling views of Lake Geneva, the Jet-d'eau and Mont-Blanc as a ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/04/fireworks-over-lake-geneva-and-le-cirque-eloize-at-grand-hotel-kempinski/ Twilight fans will get a kick out of this one. With the release of New Moon (the second film in the Twilight Saga) just days away, Washington State Tourism has launched a new Twilight Travel Guide on its website: Welcome to Washington State, Home of the exciting Twilight Saga. The natural gothic ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/04/twilight-travel-guide-in-washington-state/ We've just learned that there are still a few rooms available for Christmas at The Post Hotel & Spa, voted No. 1 ski hotel in North American by Condé Nast Traveler. Experience the warmth of the festive season at of one of Banff National Park's remaining historic log lodges. After ... http://traveler.fivestaralliance.com/index.php/2009/11/04/christmas-rooms-available-at-the-post-hotel-in-banff-national-park-canadas-largest-ski-area/ To celebrate joining the Star Alliance network, Continental has announced the #StarTreatment Sweepstakes. 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