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St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort has come up with an interesting idea, which will allow its guests to try out any dress, shoe or accessory in their own hotel room. The Miami resort has roped in Neiman Marcus for this personal shopping experience, which is called the Neiman Marcus Closet. Before the guests check in, they will be given a questionnaire and their room or suite will be filled with a selection of outfits or accessories based on their preferences.  Neiman Marcus’ personal shopping team will use their expertise to select that perfect cocktail dress, or beautiful stiletto from their huge collection encompassing a 100 plus designers. After going through the collection sent to their room, the guests will have the choice of either buying whatever they liked or sending it back to the store through The St. Regis Butler.  They will get three days to decide upon their purchase. Hence, guests will have the opportunity to update their wardrobe with the...

Above the town of Kalambaka, on the north-western edge of Greece’s Plain of Thessaly, giant rock formations reach nearly 400m into the sky, like something out of a science fiction movie. Balanced across 24 pillars are monasteries, visible through the clouds. Related video: The Greek monasteries 'suspended in the air' Numerous geologists and historians have tried to fathom how the giant rock pedestals were created an estimated 60 million years ago, but no theory has been fully proven. Today, the enormous fingers pointing to the heavens are a protected Unesco World Heritage Site and go by the name Meteora – which literally means “suspended in the air”. It is said that the first people to inhabit Meteora arrived in the 9th Century. In a bid to escape everyday life, they braved fierce storms and climbed up the cliffs with their bare hands. Grabbing at trees as they went, they eventually settled in small caves and crevices and embarked on a life of solitude, meeting ...

Star Rating : Location: Lhaviyani Atoll Distance From Airport: 150 Km Transfer by Seaplane : 40 Minutes Number of Rooms: 100 Rooms Kanuhura, Maldives is a five-star luxury resort that offers the highest standards of accommodation, service and culinary experience. Located on the eastern rim of Lhaviyani Atoll, just a 40-minute seaplane flight north of Malé International Airport, the resort is secluded and tranquil, providing optimum privacy in unspoilt surroundings. Every effort has been made to retain the natural beauty of the island and wherever possible, employ the use of only natural materials.  The coral island is blessed with white powder beaches, coconut and palm trees, and crystal clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. To ensure that every guest is made to feel extra special, personal villa hosts are assigned to cater to all their needs.  Kanuhura is a member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World, and has attained several int...

Do you happen to be planning a luxury vacation in the Mauritius? While you are looking at a possible luxury resort or hotel for your upcoming holiday, give some thought to the newest name in luxury hospitality on the block – the Sofitel SO Mauritius. The Accor-managed luxury hotel chain’s newest property is spread over 34 acres of lush natural beauty in scenic Mauritius.  The property features smart, contemporary architecture and all the top-end facilities that a wealthy tourist could ask for while vacationing in that exotic island paradise. In fact, this makes it all the more difficult to imagine that, as little as two years ago, the plot on which the Sofitel SO Mauritius stands was occupied by sugarcane plantations and undeveloped area. Designed by acclaimed Thai architect Lek Bunnag, and with fashion designer Kenzo Takada adding fine style touches to the interiors, Sofitel SO Mauritius exudes a level of luxury that would charm even the most sophisticated and well-...

Malabar  A boutique hotel in Vouliagmeni, Athens Situated in the most exclusive area of the Athenian Riviera, Vouliagmeni,  The Margi luxury hotel is a luminous haven away from home. Malabar Relaxation   As you step out onto your terrace, breathtaking views of sundrenched coastline and untouched greenery will unfold before you. You’ll feel a million miles away from the bustling capital even though you’re only 30 minutes drive from the Acropolis… what's more, cosmopolitan night spots and the super yacht marina where Onassis used to park his yacht ‘Christina’ are a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. The Margi has been designed with great care and flair by its owners to stimulate your every sense. From the ambient, world music beats that float through the exquisitely candle lit interiors to the homey earth toned rich textured rooms and the eclectic cuisine, you are bound to be taken on a delightful sensory journey. From intimate meetings to events that require exclu...