Our round-up of the places that keep Brazil on the rise Hilton Sao Paulo Morumbi / Brazil

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House & Hotel Magazine loves it to be in Brazil. Do you know there’s a place where beach related jobs generate 3 billion €. Do you know Brazil? We like this beautiful place. The hotel is integrated into the United Nations Business Center, spacious, contemporary accommodation, overlooking the famous Estaiada Bridge. Three restaurants and bars including Canvas Bar & Restaurant, themed like an artist’s studio and offering Brazilian-flavored contemporary cuisine, rooftop swimming pool offering spectacular view. I would say a perfect place for the Football…Continue Reading “Our round-up of the places that keep Brazil on the rise Hilton Sao Paulo Morumbi / Brazil” →

Hilton British Colonial / Nassau / Bahamas

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House & Hotel Magazine features the oldest hotel on the Bahamas. It first opened in 1900, once housed the famous pirate Blackbeard and his cohorts, be aware. The fantastic harbor views and not to forget the largest selection of rums on the island pool complex with great sun decks, nestled in the tropical garden. Thats probably the reason why the hotel was film location for James Bond movies “Never Say Never Again” and “Thunderball” 007 featured by Sean Connery loved that location. History: The Bahamas…Continue Reading “Hilton British Colonial / Nassau / Bahamas” →

Bosporus in style – House Hotel Bosporus / Istanbul / Turkey

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Bosporus in style – House Hotel Bosporus / Istanbul / Turkey

Gülle, Gülle – House & Hotel Magazine love this hotel. The House Hotel Bosporus is a landmark building of the late 19th century with magnificent views of the Bosphorus. Renovated by the Autoban designers, the historical building has been transformed into a design boutique hotel of 23 rooms. Most of the rooms have full Bosphorus view and private balconies. With its original features that have been restored, the Hotel combines historical glamour with contemporary design. Ortaköy, where the Hotel is located is a lively area…Continue Reading “Bosporus in style – House Hotel Bosporus / Istanbul / Turkey” →

Lodge Te Paruparu / Forsyth Island / New Zealand

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House & Hotel Magazine features permanently great places. Today we are on a stunning location in the “middle of nowhere”. We are in New Zealand, the fantastic lodge called “Te Paruparu”. It was built with local timber, located on top of a hill and offers a panoramic view over the bays of the Marlborough Sounds and one of the perfect New Zealand walks. The stylish lodge has three bedrooms – each with a modern suite and comfortably accommodates a couple of nice guests. So lets…Continue Reading “Lodge Te Paruparu / Forsyth Island / New Zealand” →

Skhirat Hotel, Casablanca / Morocco

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Thats a new & nice hotel in Morocco. Its fun to sit in the manicured gardens, with its private Atlantic Ocean beachfront being one of the most picturesque in Morocco, L’Amphitrite Palace has provided a luxuriously isolated retreat for those in the know over the past decade. Remote, but easily accessible, its convenient proximity to Casablanca – 50 minutes, and Rabat – 30 minutes, makes its location an entrée to the best of both worlds. Both Casablanca and Rabat have international airports and its easy…Continue Reading “Skhirat Hotel, Casablanca / Morocco” →

36h stop over in Miami – Hotel Setai / Miami / USA

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36h stop over in Miami – Hotel Setai / Miami / USA

I enjoyed the “Rhythm of the South” in Miami. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. A weekend in South Beach is truly fun. Do you long for the South Beach of frozen margaritas and electric neon? The South Beach of stylish new hotels like Gale, Lord Balfour, SLS South Beach and special restaurants like Yardbird, Southern Table & Bar, Khong River House, Tongue & Cheek? I like the the South Beach of yesterday with Art Deco buildings, museums and monuments? Perhaps you simply crave …the beach. Miami…Continue Reading “36h stop over in Miami – Hotel Setai / Miami / USA” →

Puttin on the Ritz / Hotel Ritz / Madrid / Spain

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Puttin on the Ritz / Hotel Ritz / Madrid / Spain

48 h hours on a conference about ecoluxury in Madrid. Landed in Barajas, located within the city limits northeast of the Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s historic centre. The airport name derives from the adjacent district of Barajas, which has its own metro station on the same rail line serving the airport. Me gusta, I love Madrid. Today we feature an exclusive and classical elegant hotel. The Ritz, the baroque palace landmark positioned at the heart of Madrid’s ‘Golden Triangle’. It is within walking distance of…Continue Reading “Puttin on the Ritz / Hotel Ritz / Madrid / Spain” →

Paris mon amour – Reopened Hotel Ritz / Paris / France

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Paris mon amour – Reopened Hotel Ritz / Paris / France

Destination Paris. The Ritz is open again. The Ritz Paris has been shuttered since July 2012 for what is billed as the biggest refurbishment in its history, headed by architect Didier Beautemps of Paris-based Atelier COS and interior designer Thierry Despont. Founded by Swiss hotelier Cesar Ritz in 1898, the hotel has hosted celebrities ranging from Coco Chanel to Ernest Hemingway, after whom the Bar Hemingway is named. Chanel plans to open its first spa named Chanel au Ritz Paris, dedicated to the brand’s skin…Continue Reading “Paris mon amour – Reopened Hotel Ritz / Paris / France” →

Things you must do in your life – Bonvecchiati Hotel / Venice / Italy

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Things you must do in your life – Bonvecchiati Hotel / Venice / Italy

If you’re looking for a luxury modern, fresh, minimalist hotel in Venice…check in. There are two ‘Bonvecchiati’ hotels in Venice, next door to each other: the ‘standard’ hotel (Bonvecchiati Hotel) and the deluxe ‘Palace Bonvecchiati’. Make sure you know which you’re going to, as it may mean arriving at the wrong entrance, our water taxi dropped us, quite literally at the front door, we climbed from the boat using the hotel’s handrail and were in. First impresson, nice interior design, the hotel gives travelers an…Continue Reading “Things you must do in your life – Bonvecchiati Hotel / Venice / Italy” →

We are at “Windy City”- Hotel Conrad / Chicago / USA

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We are at “Windy City”- Hotel Conrad / Chicago / USA

Nice downtown Chicago hotel, residentially inspired with a touch of sophistication. Chicago nicknamed Windy City, is the third most populous city in the United States. Chicago was incorporated as a city in 1837, near a portage between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River watershed. Today, the city is an international hub for finance, commerce, industry, telecommunications, and transportation, with O’Hare International Airport being the second-busiest airport in the world in terms of traffic movements. The art deco–inspired lobby avoids feeling like a period piece…Continue Reading “We are at “Windy City”- Hotel Conrad / Chicago / USA” →

A week-end in Rome – Hotel de Russie / Rome / Italy

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Things to do in Rome & the lovely Hotel Russie. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Why the hotel Russie? Its a luxury five-star hotel located in the heart of Rome between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo on the Via del Babuino. It offers spa fun pure. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Rome’s attractions, fashion houses and Via Condotti. The Vatican City, with St Peter’s and the Sistine Chapel, is not far away while Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain are also…Continue Reading “A week-end in Rome – Hotel de Russie / Rome / Italy” →

Stop over- Hilton Airport Hotel / Miami / USA

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Stop over- Hilton Airport Hotel / Miami / USA

We had a late arrival at Miami International Airport and we were waiting for a transfer to South America. Arriving in the sunshine state and waitin for a plane to South America sounds boring, but we got a nice compensation with pick up to the Airport Hilton. Check in here, situated on a private peninsula on Blue Lagoon, the Miami Airport Hilton, is embarking on a new voyage – a complete makeover of the hotel’s 500 guest rooms and suites, guest elevators and a new…Continue Reading “Stop over- Hilton Airport Hotel / Miami / USA” →