TravelerWIRE | Style, Sleep, Eat, News & Reviews | Luxury Boutique Hotels Hip & Cool Hotel Guide http://blog.directoryofhotels.com A visual notebook of stylish hotels + travel inspirations for the hip traveler Fri, 16 May 2008 21:34:34 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.3 en Hotel Deal: Escape to Valparaiso, Chile http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-escape-to-valparaiso-chile/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-escape-to-valparaiso-chile/#comments Sun, 04 May 2008 21:23:36 +0000 Tanya Schliff Hotel Deals South America http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-escape-to-valparaiso-chile/ ESCAPE TO ZEROHOTEL, VALPARAISO, CHILE

Find yourself within walking distance to fine restaurants and tourist sites at Zerohotel. With only 9 rooms and built in 1880, Zerohotel offers a relaxing atmosphere in a very fine city.

The program includes:

2 Nights accommodations. All rooms have Egyptian 400-thread cotton sheets, TV LCD and WI-FI. The hotel has three terrace levels where you can appreciate the Valparaiso setting.

Buffet Breakfast served in our Winter Garden or in the room with: Tea, coffee, chocolate/ Different kinds of cereal and yoghurt/ Fresh squeezed orange juice, and other kind of natural juices/ Bread variety/ Eggs, bacon, ham, cheese, avocado, jam/ Fresh fruit and cake.

Evening snacks every day. These snacks change every day, and include either fresh cheese, olives, ham or almonds.

Lunch at “Le Fillou de Montpellier”, a French restaurant in the heart of Concepción Hill, remarkable for its delicious food and nice atmosphere. Every day it offers a different menu depending on the ingredients which Phillipe, the chef and owner, chooses in the downtown markets. The menu includes starters and main course, dessert, one glass of wine/beer/soda/other, and tee or coffee.

One of the afternoons, before the evening snack, Escape Zerohotel includes one relax massage per person.

The total cost for the program for two nights in a double room is

Cerro: USD $420
Puerto: USD $580
For single occupation, please subtract USD 75

The rates are in American dollars and do not include VAT taxes. Foreigners (non-residents with less of 6 months in the country) don’t pay VAT taxes.

To take advantage of this very special offer, please visit Zerohotel and request the \’Escape to Valparaiso\’ package today!

View our exclusive collection of Boutique hotels in Chile.

]]> ESCAPE TO ZEROHOTEL, VALPARAISO, CHILE

Find yourself within walking distance to fine restaurants and tourist sites at Zerohotel. With only 9 rooms and built in 1880, Zerohotel offers a relaxing atmosphere in a very fine city.

The program includes:

2 Nights accommodations. All rooms have Egyptian 400-thread cotton sheets, TV LCD and WI-FI. The hotel has three terrace levels where you can appreciate the Valparaiso setting.

Buffet Breakfast served in our Winter Garden or in the room with: Tea, coffee, chocolate/ Different kinds of cereal and yoghurt/ Fresh squeezed orange juice, and other kind of natural juices/ Bread variety/ Eggs, bacon, ham, cheese, avocado, jam/ Fresh fruit and cake.

Evening snacks every day. These snacks change every day, and include either fresh cheese, olives, ham or almonds.

Lunch at “Le Fillou de Montpellier”, a French restaurant in the heart of Concepción Hill, remarkable for its delicious food and nice atmosphere. Every day it offers a different menu depending on the ingredients which Phillipe, the chef and owner, chooses in the downtown markets. The menu includes starters and main course, dessert, one glass of wine/beer/soda/other, and tee or coffee.

One of the afternoons, before the evening snack, Escape Zerohotel includes one relax massage per person.

The total cost for the program for two nights in a double room is

Cerro: USD $420
Puerto: USD $580
For single occupation, please subtract USD 75

The rates are in American dollars and do not include VAT taxes. Foreigners (non-residents with less of 6 months in the country) don’t pay VAT taxes.

To take advantage of this very special offer, please visit Zerohotel and request the \’Escape to Valparaiso\’ package today!

View our exclusive collection of Boutique hotels in Chile.

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-escape-to-valparaiso-chile/feed/ Exclusive Hotel Deal: Explore Vienna at Night http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-explore-vienna-at-night/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-explore-vienna-at-night/#comments Fri, 11 Apr 2008 03:32:18 +0000 Tanya Schliff Hotel Deals Europe http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotel-deals/hotel-deal-explore-vienna-at-night/ The Ring, Vienna’s newest 5-star hotel with 68 luxurious rooms presents, “Explore Vienna at Night”. An exclusive hotel special offering a fabulous way to experience the Capital of Austria.

No matter if you like to party, dance or just relax in trendy bars, we have the right “Vienna at night” programme for you! There are many places to see in Vienna at night and you can choose in advance: hip hop halls, outdoor barbecue parties, romantic places up the hill with a breathtaking view over the city, trendy bars, after-hour-clubs, etc. The Ring, Vienna’s Casual Luxury Hotel, is offering party-minded guests a special ‘Explore Vienna at Night package including a ‘pre-in-room party’, a stylist and/or fashion designer on request, a limousine tour from spot to spot through the whole night as well a ‘hangover’ breakfast served in your room the next morning until 2 p.m. Under the motto ‘there is no need to go to bed, but many reasons to stay up all night”, this package enters the door to Vienna’s nightlife.

The arrangement includes:
- 2 nights accommodation in a Special room including in-room ‘hangover’ breakfast
- In-room bucket with personal selected ‘pre-party’ alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for 4 persons
- Stylist and fashion designer on request (price on request)
- Limousine service to exclusive ‘Explore Vienna at night’ spots, to pre-selected clubs, bars and discos

EUR 499,– per person in a double room
Single surcharge: EUR 479,–

To take advantage of this very special offer, please visit The Ring and request the ‘Explore Vienna at Night’ package today!

About the Area: While most people think of Austria as a land dominated by snowy mountains and alpine vistas, the landscape of Austria is in fact much more diverse. Most Austrians live in the northern half of the country, a land of rolling hills and vineyards, home to Vienna. Click here for more luxury hotels in Vienna.

]]> The Ring, Vienna’s newest 5-star hotel with 68 luxurious rooms presents, “Explore Vienna at Night”. An exclusive hotel special offering a fabulous way to experience the Capital of Austria.

No matter if you like to party, dance or just relax in trendy bars, we have the right “Vienna at night” programme for you! There are many places to see in Vienna at night and you can choose in advance: hip hop halls, outdoor barbecue parties, romantic places up the hill with a breathtaking view over the city, trendy bars, after-hour-clubs, etc. The Ring, Vienna’s Casual Luxury Hotel, is offering party-minded guests a special ‘Explore Vienna at Night package including a ‘pre-in-room party’, a stylist and/or fashion designer on request, a limousine tour from spot to spot through the whole night as well a ‘hangover’ breakfast served in your room the next morning until 2 p.m. Under the motto ‘there is no need to go to bed, but many reasons to stay up all night”, this package enters the door to Vienna’s nightlife.

The arrangement includes:
- 2 nights accommodation in a Special room including in-room ‘hangover’ breakfast
- In-room bucket with personal selected ‘pre-party’ alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for 4 persons
- Stylist and fashion designer on request (price on request)
- Limousine service to exclusive ‘Explore Vienna at night’ spots, to pre-selected clubs, bars and discos

EUR 499,– per person in a double room
Single surcharge: EUR 479,–

To take advantage of this very special offer, please visit The Ring and request the ‘Explore Vienna at Night’ package today!

About the Area: While most people think of Austria as a land dominated by snowy mountains and alpine vistas, the landscape of Austria is in fact much more diverse. Most Austrians live in the northern half of the country, a land of rolling hills and vineyards, home to Vienna. Click here for more luxury hotels in Vienna.

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]]> Mid-town Manhattan is getting a new luxury hotel. Slated to open summer 2008, the Vu Hotel (pronounced view) is none other than a Kimpton Hotel, promising to celebrate the hotels location with stunning city and Hudson River views. Located in a former 1930’s printing house on 11th Avenue and 48th Street, with 222 rooms within 16 stories offering high ceilings, stone tiled bathrooms, plasmas. The lounge will be located on the 15th floor complete with 2000 sf glass enclosed bar, hot tub and reflecting pool. Rooms start at $425

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/new-opening-vu-hotel/feed/ Internet Radio.com http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/item-of-the-day/internet-radiocom/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/item-of-the-day/internet-radiocom/#comments Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:19:53 +0000 Tanya Schliff Item Of The Day Gadgets http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/item-of-the-day/internet-radiocom/ Connect…and listen.

With internet & satellite radio giving the radio industry a boost these past couple years, it is so easy to have instant access to all things, anytime and anywhere. With thousands of options available via satellite you can easily stay connected while on the go.

Some fun, new, portable gadgets are popping up that allow you to listen even while you are away from your computer. Revo, Sangean, Com One and Tangent Quattro.

]]> Connect…and listen.

With internet & satellite radio giving the radio industry a boost these past couple years, it is so easy to have instant access to all things, anytime and anywhere. With thousands of options available via satellite you can easily stay connected while on the go.

Some fun, new, portable gadgets are popping up that allow you to listen even while you are away from your computer. Revo, Sangean, Com One and Tangent Quattro.

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/item-of-the-day/internet-radiocom/feed/ The Plaza Revamped http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/plaza-hotel-revamped/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/plaza-hotel-revamped/#comments Mon, 10 Mar 2008 22:49:38 +0000 Tanya Schliff Hotel Openings United States http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels-we-should-know/plaza-hotel-revamped/ With over 100 years of treasured memories, the legendary and historic, The Plaza, located New York reopens following a $400 million, two-year renovation. The renovation resulted in 282 sophisticated hotel rooms with touches like 24-karat gold-plated faucets, mosaic bathroom floors, iPod docks, flat-screens and one 24-hour, white-gloved butler per floor. The soft opening took place on March 1 with a grand opening set for May 10, 2008. Rooms are priced at $1000 per night. The Lobby Champagne bar is already in full swing and they plan to open 160,000 square feet of high-end retail space.

Not To Miss: Afternoon Tea, granted it is the city’s most expensive tea, which charges $60 per person, but it is well worth it. And if money is of no consequence, opt for the $100 Tea which includes lobster, black truffle, caviar and chocolate pot de creme. Yummy.

]]> With over 100 years of treasured memories, the legendary and historic, The Plaza, located New York reopens following a $400 million, two-year renovation. The renovation resulted in 282 sophisticated hotel rooms with touches like 24-karat gold-plated faucets, mosaic bathroom floors, iPod docks, flat-screens and one 24-hour, white-gloved butler per floor. The soft opening took place on March 1 with a grand opening set for May 10, 2008. Rooms are priced at $1000 per night. The Lobby Champagne bar is already in full swing and they plan to open 160,000 square feet of high-end retail space.

Not To Miss: Afternoon Tea, granted it is the city’s most expensive tea, which charges $60 per person, but it is well worth it. And if money is of no consequence, opt for the $100 Tea which includes lobster, black truffle, caviar and chocolate pot de creme. Yummy.

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/plaza-hotel-revamped/feed/ Travel Smarts http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-tips/travel-smarts/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-tips/travel-smarts/#comments Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:29:03 +0000 Tanya Schliff Tips + Tricks Traveler Trends http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-tips/travel-smarts/ With so many travel sites popping up on the internet, good information is just a click away. Here a are some interesting sites to check out before traveling.

Find historical flight data like price trends at Farecast.com - If you are flexible, Farecast can give you great information with easy to see graphs on when the best time buy your ticket will be.

Airline Information & Seating Reviews at SeatGuru.com - I have been on a flight from San Diego to London and used miles for First class and was so disappointed with my first leg on Continental from San Diego to Newark where the seats barely reclined and there was no media entertainment. I would not have wasted my miles if I checked the SeatGuru first, where they give great information on in-flight amenities, seating details and sections to be aware of.

Flight Delays at faa.gov - Ever checked for a flight delay before you left home only to find that there was one, but the airline didn’t release the information? Check out the Federal Aviation Administration site, where they report ALL flight-delay information since they are the air traffic control system command center.

Weather is the most accurate at NOAA.gov - Before you go anywhere always check NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration site for the most current and extended weather forecasts.

]]> With so many travel sites popping up on the internet, good information is just a click away. Here a are some interesting sites to check out before traveling.

Find historical flight data like price trends at Farecast.com - If you are flexible, Farecast can give you great information with easy to see graphs on when the best time buy your ticket will be.

Airline Information & Seating Reviews at SeatGuru.com - I have been on a flight from San Diego to London and used miles for First class and was so disappointed with my first leg on Continental from San Diego to Newark where the seats barely reclined and there was no media entertainment. I would not have wasted my miles if I checked the SeatGuru first, where they give great information on in-flight amenities, seating details and sections to be aware of.

Flight Delays at faa.gov - Ever checked for a flight delay before you left home only to find that there was one, but the airline didn’t release the information? Check out the Federal Aviation Administration site, where they report ALL flight-delay information since they are the air traffic control system command center.

Weather is the most accurate at NOAA.gov - Before you go anywhere always check NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration site for the most current and extended weather forecasts.

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-tips/travel-smarts/feed/ Euro Expansion http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/euro-expansion/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/euro-expansion/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:11:53 +0000 Tanya Schliff Travel News Europe http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels-we-should-know/euro-expansion/ The dollar weakens as the Euro expands to include a mounting number of countries across Europe. As the Euro gains purchasing power, countries like Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Turkey, Macedonia, Kosovo, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are jumping on board to join. With the Euro approaching 1.50 to our dollar, it is hard to find a good deal while traveling in Europe. Try checking out the road less travelled, like the new EU member country like Latvia and aspiring to be EU country like Turkey .

Source: Conde Nast

]]> The dollar weakens as the Euro expands to include a mounting number of countries across Europe. As the Euro gains purchasing power, countries like Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Turkey, Macedonia, Kosovo, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are jumping on board to join. With the Euro approaching 1.50 to our dollar, it is hard to find a good deal while traveling in Europe. Try checking out the road less travelled, like the new EU member country like Latvia and aspiring to be EU country like Turkey .

Source: Conde Nast

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/euro-expansion/feed/ United Slaps Heavy Packers http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/united-slaps-heavy-packers/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/united-slaps-heavy-packers/#comments Mon, 18 Feb 2008 18:16:46 +0000 Tanya Schliff Travel News http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/united-slaps-heavy-packers/ In an attempt to fight the rising costs of the airline industry, United Airlines announced that passengers will be limited to check-in one bag per person. Starting May 5, heavy packers flying economy will be charged a $25 fee to check a second bag. Yikes!

]]> In an attempt to fight the rising costs of the airline industry, United Airlines announced that passengers will be limited to check-in one bag per person. Starting May 5, heavy packers flying economy will be charged a $25 fee to check a second bag. Yikes!

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-news/united-slaps-heavy-packers/feed/ New Opening: Beach Village at the Del http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/new-opening-beach-village-at-the-del/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/new-opening-beach-village-at-the-del/#comments Fri, 15 Feb 2008 18:54:42 +0000 Tanya Schliff Hotel Openings United States http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/new-opening-beach-village-at-the-del/ The Grande Dame of San Diego, Hotel Del Coronado presents The Beach Village at the Del a great new addition to the already famous resort is just next door featuring VIP villas tailored to suit the needs of today’s family getaway.

Since its opening in 1888, The Hotel Del Coronado has been the premier resort destination on the West Coast, hosting 11 U.S. presidents, dignitaries and discerning travelers from around the world. Hollywood has also played a special part in creating the mystique of The Del. It was here, in 1958, that Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon filmed the comedy classic Some Like It Hot. The Del has remained a playground by the sea for many celebrities through the years. Legendary beauties such as Lana Turner, Judy Garland and Lauren Bacall lounged by the pool, and leading men including Clark Cable, Frank Sinatra and Kirk Douglas strolled the sandy beaches. Continuing the tradition, celebrities such as Brad Pitt, Diane Keaton, Meryl Streep, Demi Moore, Jack Nicholson and Oprah Winfrey have all enjoyed relaxing respites at the legendary resort.

With the introduction of Beach Village (adjacent to The Del), owners and discerning travelers can now enjoy a new level of luxury. Special amenities include Bose surround sound systems and docking stations, large flat-panel televisions, wireless Internet and more. Beach Village cottages and villas feature dining and living spaces with fully-equipped kitchens and gourmet-quality appliances, cozy fireplaces, spa-style baths with soaking tubs, spacious ocean-view balconies and private terraces. Within this exclusive enclave, owners and guests will also enjoy private pools and hot tubs, personalized concierge service and private access to the beach.

Check out our entire selection of San Diego luxury hotels.

]]> The Grande Dame of San Diego, Hotel Del Coronado presents The Beach Village at the Del a great new addition to the already famous resort is just next door featuring VIP villas tailored to suit the needs of today’s family getaway.

Since its opening in 1888, The Hotel Del Coronado has been the premier resort destination on the West Coast, hosting 11 U.S. presidents, dignitaries and discerning travelers from around the world. Hollywood has also played a special part in creating the mystique of The Del. It was here, in 1958, that Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon filmed the comedy classic Some Like It Hot. The Del has remained a playground by the sea for many celebrities through the years. Legendary beauties such as Lana Turner, Judy Garland and Lauren Bacall lounged by the pool, and leading men including Clark Cable, Frank Sinatra and Kirk Douglas strolled the sandy beaches. Continuing the tradition, celebrities such as Brad Pitt, Diane Keaton, Meryl Streep, Demi Moore, Jack Nicholson and Oprah Winfrey have all enjoyed relaxing respites at the legendary resort.

With the introduction of Beach Village (adjacent to The Del), owners and discerning travelers can now enjoy a new level of luxury. Special amenities include Bose surround sound systems and docking stations, large flat-panel televisions, wireless Internet and more. Beach Village cottages and villas feature dining and living spaces with fully-equipped kitchens and gourmet-quality appliances, cozy fireplaces, spa-style baths with soaking tubs, spacious ocean-view balconies and private terraces. Within this exclusive enclave, owners and guests will also enjoy private pools and hot tubs, personalized concierge service and private access to the beach.

Check out our entire selection of San Diego luxury hotels.

]]> http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/hotels/new-opening-beach-village-at-the-del/feed/ Stella McCartney Eco-Luxe Luggage http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-accessories-style/stella-mccartney-eco-luxe-luggage/ http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-accessories-style/stella-mccartney-eco-luxe-luggage/#comments Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:55:36 +0000 Tanya Schliff Style Gear http://blog.directoryofhotels.com/posts/travel-accessories-style/stella-mccartney-eco-luxe-luggage/ Stella McCartney and LeSportsac have partnered to create a limited edition collection for Spring/Summer 2008. The 17 piece collection in tones of dirty pink, deep plum, silver greys, and materials from quilts to pop prints are made from 100% recycled eco polyester fabric emphasizing strong and durable yet feminine.

The collection ranges from travel to totes and can be used across all aspects of life for the modern day woman. From $98

]]> Stella McCartney and LeSportsac have partnered to create a limited edition collection for Spring/Summer 2008. The 17 piece collection in tones of dirty pink, deep plum, silver greys, and materials from quilts to pop prints are made from 100% recycled eco polyester fabric emphasizing strong and durable yet feminine.

The collection ranges from travel to totes and can be used across all aspects of life for the modern day woman. From $98

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