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31 March, 2017

LIFE BEGINS HERE : KILOMBO VILLAS & SPA

¡A VIDA COMEÇA AQUI!

www.kilombovillas.com

This phrase has taken the author of this tip, back to Brazil almost every year…to the land of color and magic.

For a reason related to a course in U.K. sponsored by IBERICA MARITIMA many years back, I had (after a long chain of lucky coincidences) come to discover this country of unspoilt natural landscapes with exotic afro-indian names such as Iguazú, Mundaú and Sibaúma…

Since then, I started encouraging all my closest friends to visit these shores across the Atlantic & a few years later, I was in turn challenged by one of them to join him for a great adventure. A great new venture.

This is the beginning of the story of KILOMBO VILLAS & SPA, an award-winning ressort by Guida 4 Rodas, inaugurated in 2007 and which offers an innovative concept of luxury.

Kilombo is situated in close proximity to a natural park frequented by dolphins and sea turtles.

The space consists of 9 exclussive villas & rooms, located on top of the paradise beach of Sibaúma (Pipa).

The greatest luxury here is not only a state of the art ECO-ressort, but the stunning ocean views, the wild sound of the crashing waves and the rising moon over a silvery vast horizon.

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31 March, 2017

VELASSARU MALDIVES

www.velassaru.com

Gentle sands leading you to the water’s edge.

Soothing vistas across the spectacular turquoise lagoon at sunset.

Minimalist contemporary chic meets comfortable natural elegance in your own private hideaway.

Five dining venues, each providing a taste of the exotic. Two innovative bars, the ultimate chill-out.

Experiences that immerse you in local culture, underwater explorations that introduce you to our tropical marine world.

Days and nights of simple indulgence.

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30 March, 2017

Casa Bonay: Let’s have some fun

www.casabonay.com

This space is what a perfect hotel-lounge should be.
It’s a cocktail bar, it’s a high quality tea corner and also a cute informal restaurant.

As a part of the cosy hotel CASA BONAY, here people feel just like at home.

At Libertine, you find the perfect place for a casual meeting; a perfect place to spend an after-work drink, or simply a perfect place for a cool “solo” read-time.

During summer they open the roof-top, best during the sunny mornings.

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30 March, 2017

THE SPIRIT OF THE BELLE ÉPOQUE, BARCELONA

www.hotelpalacebarcelona.com/spirit1919/

Welcome back to the Belle Époque!

Welcome to one of the most emblematic hotels in Barcelona since 1919 (the former RITZ , today reconverted as THE HOTEL PALACE BARCELONA).

There is absolute no need to spend a fortune per night to enjoy a handful of highlights in one single corner of Barcelona…these are 4 of the top-of-the-class experiences you shouldn’t miss if you come here as a visitor :

THE BLUESMAN COCKTAIL BAR: Arguably one of the best intimate spots in town to taste a Scotch Whisky on the rocks, sitting on a red velvet arm-chair & enjoy in a very pettite commitee a live music band, every week, from Thursday to Saturday, from 2300 hrs to 0100 hrs.
THE ROOF TOP TERRACE: Arguably some of the most imposing roof tops of Barcelona…a place to indulge during the warm sunsets.
THE TEA SALOON: If you think you need to visit Versailles to feel the classical luxury at its best, well, you haven’t been here. If you feel that a classical high tea is only possible at London; well you haven’t been here either. Don’t hesitate to pop in for a drink, for an enjoyable read in a relaxed atmosphere or for a laid back chat with friends or customers….There is also a cosy restaurant called THE 19, next to the green house…because yes, there is a green house too!
CAELIS RESTAURANT: A 1 star Michelin Restaurant headed by the french cheff Romain Fornell.

Belle Époque…Belle de Jour, Belle de Nuit…

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30 March, 2017

“LA CRÈME DE LA CRÈME” : THE COTTON-TRADING HOUSE-HOTEL, BARCELONA

An Autograph collection:

www.hotelcottonhouse.com/en

The Cotton House Hotel stands imposingly on the site of the former headquarters of the Cotton Textile Foundation “Fundación Textil Algodonera”, an emblematic 19th-century building in the neoclassical style which is a landmark in the city of Barcelona. Built on the orders of a family of the Catalan bourgeoisie when the textile industry was at its height, it was sold in the middle of the 20th Century to the Cotton Producers Guild which established its headquarters there with the aim of housing the highest possible number of cotton-producing bodies and services: the idea was to create a genuine Cotton House Hotel.

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30 March, 2017

THE ONLY RELAIX CHATEAUX HOTEL IN BARCELONA!

www.hotelneri.com/en/

This chic and exclusive boutique hotel, located in the heart of the old Jewish quarter, Hotel Neri Relais & Châteaux is set in two historical and aristocratic houses, being one of them a medieval palace from the XII century. The building’s original period charm has been preserved and enhanced by the hotel’s sophisticated interior design. Its design blends with relaxing music and sensual aromas to create a unique setting in this ancient area of central Barcelona. Also, Hotel Neri is a hotel with terrace, perfect to enjoy the city’s weather.

Set right beside the city’s Cathedral, the Hotel Neri Relais & Châteaux lies just a short distance from the bustling Las Ramblas, la Boqueria market, the Picasso museum… Is the perfect place to discover Barcelona.

The Hotel Neri Relais & Châteaux has been awarded with the distinction of Hotel Monument, a specialization of Barcelona’s Hotels Association which recognizes hotels that add value to the heritage of the city.

Besides, Hotel Neri is the only hotel Relais & Châteaux in Barcelona, which makes it even more special and unique.

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9 March, 2017

L’AUBERGE D’HERMANCE, THE SECOND RESIDENCE OF FRODO

L’AUBERGE D’HERMANCE

www.hotel-hermance.ch

This is one of our 2 favourite places to stay when we come to Geneva…and we usually keep jumping the lake, as the other setting is called DOMAINE THE CHATEAUXVIEUX near Satigny (we wrote a tip for it too).

L’AUBERGE D’HERMANCE is situated at the heart of a tiny pretty village called HERMANCE which is the last village of Switzerland before entering the french border towards YVOIRE (recognized amongst the most beautiful french villages) by the Tres Beaux Village De France – www.les-plus-beaux-villages-de-france.org

Having been to both sites, we no doubt, prefer HERMANCE, as there is almost zero tourism here.

Located in an idyllic setting at the feet of Lake Geneva, it makes it quite a unique experience to combine a business trip with a relaxed stay in this serene atmosphere, specially if you take a walk along the lake during dawn or during sunset…

Behind the road there is a small fortess and a lovely path around the meadows of a very well preserved forrest, ideal for a short hike.

The rooms of the Auberge are very cosy and warm and make you feel trapped to keep returning…just for the comfort of feeling almost like at home.

The restaurant is truly delicious, both for the well presented food and for the peaceful atmosphere. There is even a fire place…but they don’t open the restaurant every day…it is required to check in advance.

The maitre-d’hotel is a sympathetic portuguese gentleman, who always cares for the best comfort of their guests.

One of the only draw-backs of HERMANCE is that the location is on the opposite side of the lake if you need to rush for the airport, and hence you need to cross Geneva center. But still worth it if you are the type of person who doesn’t mind to take a bus, or take a 20 minute taxi ride…and especially if you are the type of person who enjoys walking under the pebble sand, breathing fresh air after a long day…or previous to it.

In any case, there is always a nice excuse to come here, even for a lovely weekend.

The property is listed by the ROMANTIK COLLECTION of Hotels & Restaurants.

https://www.romantikhotels.com

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https://goo.gl/maps/iEDg6uPoE5y

9 March, 2017

DOMAINE DE CHATEAUVIEUX, A HEAVEN OF TRANQUILITY

DOMAINE DE CHATEUAVIEUX

This is one of our 2 favourite places to stay when we travel to Geneva and spend a couple of nights, in a distance of 10 km W from Geneva downtown.

The other one is at HERMANCE village in the other side of the lake, (AUBERGE D’HERMANCE), and we wrote a tip for it too…

Relaix & Chateux had long ago included this Domaine property in their well renown collection, and consists of a beautiful and elegant estate located on top of a hill, in close proximity to the Geneva Palexpo, and on a very charming & quiet countryside, surrounded by vinyards and horse pastures, which makes it all quite a highlight…

Peney is the nearest village, on the shores of the Rhone river. There is a little & homely restaurant, (CAFE DE PENEY) www.cafe-de-peney.ch which we love to visit for quiet dinners.

For those who wish to indulge at the own restaurant of the Domaine, beware same is listed as a Two Michelin Stars, headed by Philippe Chevrier, and recognized as one of the highest ciuisines in whole Switzerland. Whenever we have tried it for another quiet dinner, it has always been a heaven of heavens.

The rooms are classical yet very elegant.

The breakfast takes place at a cosy annex building and it is simply delicious to walk until there…

Starting the morning with a deep breath of fresh (& sometimes chilly) air, hearing the crunch of the pebble sand under your shoes, and all these little things that we love…makes you feel unwinded.

Last but not least, they have an amazing fresh mango juice (which is a well kept secret brand of the house)…

ww.chateauvieux.ch

Google maps:

https://goo.gl/maps/XBGfn2ZKpC22

8 March, 2017

IBIZA, usually DEVIL…but it can also turn ANGEL

IBIZA & its nicest quiet side over the clouds…

CAN PUJOLET – Rural B&B over the cliffs…
http://www.canpujolet.com/en/santa-ines-cliffs.html

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8 March, 2017

¿MUST/GO TO MOSCOW?

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MOSCOW, Mercure Arbat Hotel
A great choice of location, good vlaue for money & good service for Moscow. Perfect for a business trip or a short holiday.

MERCURE ARBAT is a brand new boutique style hotel ideally located in the historical center of Moscow at the most beautiful pedestrian street of Arbat, famous by its artists, numerous restaurants, cafés and bars. With 2 metro stations at its doorsteps the hotel is close to the International Trade Center, Expocenter & Moscow center.

www.accorhotels.com

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https://goo.gl/maps/Asbqvqn7ADM2

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