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Jul 8, 2016, 3:29 pm
#991
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the correct top 10 would include multiple hotels in paris
many oceanfront missing, most obvious is cala di volpe
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/luxur...zia-italy.html - has 184 rooms
many oceanfront missing, most obvious is cala di volpe
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/luxur...zia-italy.html - has 184 rooms
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Jul 8, 2016 at 4:00 pm
Jul 8, 2016, 4:38 pm
#992
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the correct top 10 would include multiple hotels in paris
many oceanfront missing, most obvious is cala di volpe
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/luxur...zia-italy.html - has 184 rooms
many oceanfront missing, most obvious is cala di volpe
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/luxur...zia-italy.html - has 184 rooms
Paris might be somewhat "softer" lately. Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Jul 10, 2016, 7:11 am
#993
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Maybe, but like Kagehitokiri said, I doubt this list is correct. First you must consider dates and check more or less every day. So very difficult. I never saw a correct list before, you always find at least one fault.
Jul 10, 2016, 10:35 am
#994
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This is totally correct. I found this list to be completely useless since it considers "the cheapest available rate" -- would make much more sense to use ADR, as this is an indication the industry actually uses. Also RevPAR would be interesting on a different level. CPP Luxe is good for some chatter or news, but hardly a clear indication for anything.
Jul 13, 2016, 7:20 am
#995
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1 villa feltrinelli is E1546 (21 rooms) doesnt book online which is also the case for some others as well
2 cala di volpe is E1360 at the end of august, which is after peak season of earlier in aug/jul, always more than Pitrizza (#8), always most expensive
3 is there any chance eden roc (basically sold out online) is not E1250+? calendar shows that rate for early september (after peak season)
their use of BAR is not the problem. the problem is lack of accuracy - 'ten of the most' would be accurate but media doesnt care about accuracy they care about 'soundbites' or whatever it is called now ('search engine optimization' ?) and CPP is quoting someone else (who is basically doing PR and advertising their booking website, which looks... less than impressive, presumably relatively new taking advantage of url they were able to get. ah, looking back it is similar for their 2013 most expensive properties, and 2015 most expensive hotels - both are missing some 'obvious' properties/hotels. its just press releases.)
paris may not be as high as it was when several hotels were closed
wonder if FS dropped rates some at grand hotel du cap ferrat
2 cala di volpe is E1360 at the end of august, which is after peak season of earlier in aug/jul, always more than Pitrizza (#8), always most expensive
3 is there any chance eden roc (basically sold out online) is not E1250+? calendar shows that rate for early september (after peak season)
their use of BAR is not the problem. the problem is lack of accuracy - 'ten of the most' would be accurate but media doesnt care about accuracy they care about 'soundbites' or whatever it is called now ('search engine optimization' ?) and CPP is quoting someone else (who is basically doing PR and advertising their booking website, which looks... less than impressive, presumably relatively new taking advantage of url they were able to get. ah, looking back it is similar for their 2013 most expensive properties, and 2015 most expensive hotels - both are missing some 'obvious' properties/hotels. its just press releases.)
paris may not be as high as it was when several hotels were closed
wonder if FS dropped rates some at grand hotel du cap ferrat
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Jul 20, 2016 at 11:41 pm
Jul 14, 2016, 12:58 pm
#996
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Some interesting new luxury hotel developments include:
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa to Open Luxurious Sister Hotel in November
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/a...november-17235
Amastan Paris
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/f...an-paris-17238
Take a Look at The New Villas From Richard Branson
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/s...-branson-17237
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa to Open Luxurious Sister Hotel in November
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/a...november-17235
Amastan Paris
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/f...an-paris-17238
Take a Look at The New Villas From Richard Branson
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/s...-branson-17237
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Jul 15, 2016, 8:51 am
#997
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Some interesting new luxury hotel developments include:
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa to Open Luxurious Sister Hotel in November
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/a...november-17235
Amastan Paris
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/f...an-paris-17238
Take a Look at The New Villas From Richard Branson
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/s...-branson-17237
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa to Open Luxurious Sister Hotel in November
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/a...november-17235
Amastan Paris
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/f...an-paris-17238
Take a Look at The New Villas From Richard Branson
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/s...-branson-17237
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Jul 20, 2016, 11:29 pm
#998
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curious to see what branson does in future with estate (lots of land) on mallorca
he also sold a couple private residences on moskito island, some will be rented
il sereno (le sereno) como - 30 suites, reservations from august 15th
but i dont really understand the following.. is it exclusive-use only ?
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...300222625.html
he also sold a couple private residences on moskito island, some will be rented
il sereno (le sereno) como - 30 suites, reservations from august 15th
but i dont really understand the following.. is it exclusive-use only ?
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...300222625.html
Sereno Hotels signed a long term lease for Villa Pliniana
less than 1,000 yards from the hotel group's highly anticipated Il Sereno
19 luxurious bedrooms in 4 large apartments in the main villa plus 3 additional standalone villas
less than 1,000 yards from the hotel group's highly anticipated Il Sereno
19 luxurious bedrooms in 4 large apartments in the main villa plus 3 additional standalone villas
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Jul 23, 2016 at 6:18 pm
Aug 12, 2016, 1:04 pm
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This could be most fascinating when it becomes reality...
Old War Office in London may become Raffles hotel
http://www.hotelmanagement.net/devel...-raffles-hotel
We shouldn't forget that the Raffles brand was for a short time present already before in London in the late 1990's/early 2000's...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown%27s_Hotel
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Old War Office in London may become Raffles hotel
Is Raffles set to make its London debut? It certainly appears that way.
The historic Old War Office, once the center of operations for Winston Churchill during World War II and owned for years by the UK’s Ministry of Defence, was purchased nearly two years ago by Obrascon Huarte Lain Desarrollos in a joint venture with the Hinduja Group for £350 million. The deal was finalized in March of this year, and the property is expected to be converted into a luxury hotel and 50 branded residences—but no brand has officially been named yet.
The historic Old War Office, once the center of operations for Winston Churchill during World War II and owned for years by the UK’s Ministry of Defence, was purchased nearly two years ago by Obrascon Huarte Lain Desarrollos in a joint venture with the Hinduja Group for £350 million. The deal was finalized in March of this year, and the property is expected to be converted into a luxury hotel and 50 branded residences—but no brand has officially been named yet.
We shouldn't forget that the Raffles brand was for a short time present already before in London in the late 1990's/early 2000's...
Brown's Hotel, London : The hotel came under the management of Rocco Forte on 3 July 2003, having once been managed by Raffles International Hotels. During 2004–2005 the hotel underwent a £24 million refurbishment and re-opened in December 2005.
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
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Aug 16, 2016, 5:58 pm
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Baglioni Hotels to open resort in the Maldives in 2017
Source:
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/baglioni-h...dives-in-2017/
Thank you and safe Travels. ^
In 2017, Italian hotel chain Baglioni Hotels launches their first Maldives resort, Baglioni Resort Maldives, located on the unspoiled private island of Maagu in the Dhaalu Atoll and only a 40-minute hop by seaplane from the capital, Malé. The resort will provide 99 villas with a selection of jungle, beach or over-water options, including an 870 sqm-luxe Presidential Water Villa with three bedrooms and private pool with Jacuzzi.
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/baglioni-h...dives-in-2017/
Thank you and safe Travels. ^
Aug 17, 2016, 8:31 am
#1002
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Baglioni Hotels to open resort in the Maldives in 2017
Source:
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/baglioni-h...dives-in-2017/
Thank you and safe Travels. ^
Source:
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/baglioni-h...dives-in-2017/
Thank you and safe Travels. ^
Aug 30, 2016, 12:02 pm
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New Details on the Hotel Barrière Les Neiges Courchevel
http://www.luxurytraveladvisor.com/f...urchevel-17463
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Last year we reported that the Group Barrière had acquired the Hotel des Neiges, then launched a complete overhaul of the property in Courchevel. The latest news is that the Hotel Barrière is on track for a December 2016 debut in the glamorous ski destination that’s world-famous for its luxe accommodations, swanky restaurants, and glorious skiing in the French Alps.
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Sep 22, 2016, 8:19 am
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Fascinating new luxury development in Hong Kong announced for opening in Oct. 2017:
New luxury hotel announced for Hong Kong
https://www.businesstraveller.com/ac...ced-hong-kong/
Sounds interesting and it's good to learn about this new luxury brand/hotel [could be a breath of fresh air] in Hong Kong.
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
New luxury hotel announced for Hong Kong
Niccolo Hotels, a luxury hotel brand from Marco Polo Hotels, will launch its flagship Hong Kong property in October 2017.
The Murray, a Niccolo Hotel will offer 336 guestrooms and suites across 27 floors, high-end wellness facilities, four yet-to-be announced restaurants located on the first three floors, plus a large rooftop bar offering views over the city.
Meeting facilities will include The Niccolo Room, suitable for a banquet setting of up to 240 or reception for 350, plus six smaller meeting rooms.
The hotel will breathe new life into an iconic building perched on Cotton Tree Drive.
Originally built in 1969, the tall, white landmark has distinctive arches and unique recessed windows that protect the interior from direct sunlight – garnering a number of awards for its innovative energy-efficient design.
Renowned architect firm Fosters & Partners has been tasked with revamping the architectural details and interior design for its new life as a luxury hotel.
Duncan Palmer, the managing director of the hotel, said: “I am quite confident this will become the preferred hotel in Hong Kong for visiting dignitaries, captains of industry and leaders in style. They will appreciate the sophisticated and international standard of hospitality that the Niccolo brand delivers.”
The first Niccolo-branded property opened in Chengdu in April 2015.
The Murray, a Niccolo Hotel will offer 336 guestrooms and suites across 27 floors, high-end wellness facilities, four yet-to-be announced restaurants located on the first three floors, plus a large rooftop bar offering views over the city.
Meeting facilities will include The Niccolo Room, suitable for a banquet setting of up to 240 or reception for 350, plus six smaller meeting rooms.
The hotel will breathe new life into an iconic building perched on Cotton Tree Drive.
Originally built in 1969, the tall, white landmark has distinctive arches and unique recessed windows that protect the interior from direct sunlight – garnering a number of awards for its innovative energy-efficient design.
Renowned architect firm Fosters & Partners has been tasked with revamping the architectural details and interior design for its new life as a luxury hotel.
Duncan Palmer, the managing director of the hotel, said: “I am quite confident this will become the preferred hotel in Hong Kong for visiting dignitaries, captains of industry and leaders in style. They will appreciate the sophisticated and international standard of hospitality that the Niccolo brand delivers.”
The first Niccolo-branded property opened in Chengdu in April 2015.
Sounds interesting and it's good to learn about this new luxury brand/hotel [could be a breath of fresh air] in Hong Kong.
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
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Sep 27, 2016, 4:34 am
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It's good to learn that Rocco Forte Hotels plans to grow further over the next years incl. a 2nd property in Rome, of note is that this particular property was the former InterContinental De La Ville before it closed. The hotel will re-emerge as a much smaller hotel we learned from 192 room/suites to 105 rooms/suites. Sounds promising and it's "only" half a mile from the existing Rocco Forte de Russie hotel. The Hotel De La Ville is due to open by the end of 2018. Rocco Forte Hotels plan to double their hotel portfolio from 10 properties as of now to 20 properties over the next five years incl. new openings in Jeddah and Shanghai ahead of us.
Rocco Forte to open second hotel in Rome
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/rocco-fort...hotel-in-rome/
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^
Rocco Forte to open second hotel in Rome
http://www.cpp-luxury.com/rocco-fort...hotel-in-rome/
Cheers & Safe Travels. ^