Aman Poll and Questions (up to end 2009)
Jan 4, 2008 | 6:49 am
#421
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Dominican Republic
"Dolphin Capital Investors Ltd said it is entering into a joint venture with Aman Resorts for the acquisition and development of Playa Grande resort in the Dominican Republic."
http://www.forbes.com/markets/feeds/...fx4490014.html
http://www.forbes.com/markets/feeds/...fx4490014.html
Jan 4, 2008 | 7:13 am
#422
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no amanwana cruises transfers with champagne..!!
amanwana enthusiasts
searched the amanwana site to see if they still have the boat/cruise transfers from sumbawa - avec champers.....but no mention of it ..only air transfers......maybe pickles can err..........err....get some concessions for flyertalk aman junkies ?
searched the amanwana site to see if they still have the boat/cruise transfers from sumbawa - avec champers.....but no mention of it ..only air transfers......maybe pickles can err..........err....get some concessions for flyertalk aman junkies ?
Last edited by bearbrick; Jan 7, 2008 at 10:46 am
Jan 4, 2008 | 7:17 am
#423
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Trust me, it is not a concession or a perk at all. The reason they use the boat is because the floatplane can't land because of the rough waters. You don't want to be on that boat if you can avoid it. It is 90 minutes of open water heaving, rolling, and yawing. The last thing you want is champers, all it will do is a return trip.
Jan 4, 2008 | 6:02 pm
#424
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it would seem that Aman is now in full steam and we can look forward to more exciting places to go......my concern would be ........can they still maintain their "aura" ..........in terms of design ad service believe it or not....
anyhow i look forward to the Aman in Luang Prabang next year .
but just about everyone else is heading to LP too...one find s oneself "yearning" for .the days of the Phou Vao and its electricity brownouts ....i do hope the likes of accor et al would refrain from soiling it. - there must be rules if one is un heritage site - surely.
anyhow i look forward to the Aman in Luang Prabang next year .
but just about everyone else is heading to LP too...one find s oneself "yearning" for .the days of the Phou Vao and its electricity brownouts ....i do hope the likes of accor et al would refrain from soiling it. - there must be rules if one is un heritage site - surely.
Jan 7, 2008 | 5:47 am
#425
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Aman in Luang Prabang? Finally another ubercool destination. Does anyone know what will be the next opening? Beijing? Delhi?
BTW, since I am planning a trip to Japan in April do you have any traditional boutique hotel (ryokan) to suggest? (I understand Aman-Niwa is not going to happen in the near future).
BTW, since I am planning a trip to Japan in April do you have any traditional boutique hotel (ryokan) to suggest? (I understand Aman-Niwa is not going to happen in the near future).
Jan 7, 2008 | 6:13 am
#426
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PS for those interested in sailing trips: according to its website, the Silolona sails also outside the komodo sea during the (komodo) rainy season. Check out the itinerary section of http://www.silolona.com/
Honestly, I do not know whether they still keep the level of service and amazing cuisine I found when it was managed by Amans (I remember we used to swim or snorkle from the boat to the coast of one of the deserted isles around Komodo while the staff prepared umbrellas, loungers, chilled drinks on a perfect pink sand beach for us - a bunch of very spoilt castaways).
Honestly, I do not know whether they still keep the level of service and amazing cuisine I found when it was managed by Amans (I remember we used to swim or snorkle from the boat to the coast of one of the deserted isles around Komodo while the staff prepared umbrellas, loungers, chilled drinks on a perfect pink sand beach for us - a bunch of very spoilt castaways).
Jan 7, 2008 | 10:11 am
#427
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tawaraya and hiragiiya are the two best regarded lux ryokan in Kyoto, with the former being more formal, IIRC.
Jan 7, 2008 | 10:52 am
#428
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PS for those interested in sailing trips: according to its website, the Silolona sails also outside the komodo sea during the (komodo) rainy season. Check out the itinerary section of http://www.silolona.com/
Honestly, I do not know whether they still keep the level of service and amazing cuisine I found when it was managed by Amans (I remember we used to swim or snorkle from the boat to the coast of one of the deserted isles around Komodo while the staff prepared umbrellas, loungers, chilled drinks on a perfect pink sand beach for us - a bunch of very spoilt castaways).
Honestly, I do not know whether they still keep the level of service and amazing cuisine I found when it was managed by Amans (I remember we used to swim or snorkle from the boat to the coast of one of the deserted isles around Komodo while the staff prepared umbrellas, loungers, chilled drinks on a perfect pink sand beach for us - a bunch of very spoilt castaways).
thanks for the reminder !
can a group of 5 couples take over the ship ....would they have enuff rooms for that ??
it does look enticing
Jan 7, 2008 | 11:13 am
#429
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http://www.silolona.com/deckplan.html
looks like 5 cabins
looks like 5 cabins
Jan 8, 2008 | 5:11 am
#430
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Thank you Kagehitokiri, I have already seen both in internet sites and they are both tempting.
Bearbrick, the three main cabins are very roomy while the remaning two are supposed to be singles although they are bigger than a double cabin of an average 45 ft sailboat. It really depends on how sporty is the couple in question. By the way, nobody spent much time in the cabins. There were sunbeds everywhere a beautiful aft lounge area and there were plenty of things to do (exploring the islands, dragons-spotting, scuba, snorkelling, etc.). Ill se whether I can post a few pics somewhere.
Bearbrick, the three main cabins are very roomy while the remaning two are supposed to be singles although they are bigger than a double cabin of an average 45 ft sailboat. It really depends on how sporty is the couple in question. By the way, nobody spent much time in the cabins. There were sunbeds everywhere a beautiful aft lounge area and there were plenty of things to do (exploring the islands, dragons-spotting, scuba, snorkelling, etc.). Ill se whether I can post a few pics somewhere.
Jan 8, 2008 | 5:48 am
#431
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thks KageH
hubertus
PIcs would be greeat .tx in advance
aman never did manage teh silolona .......i dont think
there was another yacht that did the amanwana seas .but cant remember
anyway ........i think either the silonona or t he one in Phuket..cant remember ....
hubertus
PIcs would be greeat .tx in advance
aman never did manage teh silolona .......i dont think
there was another yacht that did the amanwana seas .but cant remember
anyway ........i think either the silonona or t he one in Phuket..cant remember ....
Jan 8, 2008 | 8:15 am
#432
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News of Aman Delhi
From the 5 star alliance...Not sure how accurate this is but here goes...
"Over the last few months, rumors have been flying about a new hotel from Amanresorts located in New Delhi....
Slated to open in September 2008, The Aman will be Amanresorts first city property, the gateway to the Aman experience in northern India. Expect private plunge pools and all sorts of high-tech accoutrements. Located at the edge of New Delhi near Humayuns Tomb (pictured) and Purana Qila (a fortress dating from 1400 B.C.), the nine-story hotel will have 29 rooms."
"Over the last few months, rumors have been flying about a new hotel from Amanresorts located in New Delhi....
Slated to open in September 2008, The Aman will be Amanresorts first city property, the gateway to the Aman experience in northern India. Expect private plunge pools and all sorts of high-tech accoutrements. Located at the edge of New Delhi near Humayuns Tomb (pictured) and Purana Qila (a fortress dating from 1400 B.C.), the nine-story hotel will have 29 rooms."
Jan 8, 2008 | 8:25 am
#433
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From the 5 star alliance...Not sure how accurate this is but here goes...
"Over the last few months, rumors have been flying about a new hotel from Amanresorts located in New Delhi....
Slated to open in September 2008, The Aman will be Amanresorts first city property, the gateway to the Aman experience in northern India. Expect private plunge pools and all sorts of high-tech accoutrements. Located at the edge of New Delhi near Humayuns Tomb (pictured) and Purana Qila (a fortress dating from 1400 B.C.), the nine-story hotel will have 29 rooms."
"Over the last few months, rumors have been flying about a new hotel from Amanresorts located in New Delhi....
Slated to open in September 2008, The Aman will be Amanresorts first city property, the gateway to the Aman experience in northern India. Expect private plunge pools and all sorts of high-tech accoutrements. Located at the edge of New Delhi near Humayuns Tomb (pictured) and Purana Qila (a fortress dating from 1400 B.C.), the nine-story hotel will have 29 rooms."
Jan 8, 2008 | 11:34 am
#434
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hubertus, to clarify i meant those properties are the best regarded here in this forum, as well as the japan forum. there are lots of reports and comparisons etc.
Jan 9, 2008 | 3:24 am
#435
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Bearbrick, I sailed on the Silolona as a part of the Amanwana Komodo Experience package