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  The Danieli Hotel in Venice Italy has been magnificently restored to it's former glory... a former Venetian Nobleman's palace the Danieli is without doubt one of the finest hotels in Venice and Italy. It combines the elegant classicism of the early 20th century together with the old world charm of Venice's long and illustrious past.  Antiques, original oil paintings and tasteful furnishings combine with modern style, state of the art technology and sophistication. Come and stay with us here at the Danieli and travel back in time to the old Continent and the splendour of Venetian life.. a time when Venice was the capital of an empire which spanned across the Globe.  The Danieli Hotel is only a few short steps away from St. Marks Square and the Basilica or Piazza San Marco, other legendary sites such as the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the enigmatic Island of Murano.  If you are looking for a 5 star luxury hotel in Venezia ...

  The Hotel Cipriani, created to provide the very best of Venetian hospitality, incorporates the most luxurious accommodations, the most attentive service and the finest cuisine in an atmosphere of calm and seclusion.  Hotel Information: Hotel Cipriani by Orient-Expres, Venice, Italy, Luxury 5* Hotel hotelcipriani.com ‎ Hotel Cipriani & Palazzo Vendramin Giudecca 10 30133 Venice Italy Phone: The Hotel: +39 041 240 801 Reservations: +39 01 852 678451 reservations@hotelcipriani.net

Some of the greatest writers of the past century have gushed about the Gritti Palace Hotel in Venice . Somerset Maugham was so enamoured that he said, “there are few things in life more pleasant than to sit on the terrace of the Gritti when the sun about to set bathes in lovely colour the Salute”, while Ernest Hemingway described it as “the best hotel in a city of great hotels”. The favourite Venetian haunt of these great litterateurs has undergone a €5 million, 15 month long renovation and has been restored to its former glory.  The luxury hotel is located on the Grand Canal is a stone’s throw away from St Mark’s Square. The Gritti’s history goes back six centuries. In 1475, the Pisani family transformed it into the Gothic style, which it still retains today. In 1525, it became the private residence of Andrea Gritti, the Doge of Venice.  It is from him that the name of the hotel is derived. Even its history as a hotel is more than hundred years old...

Summer is here and it is vacation time and travelers are getting ready for the memorable vacation. The luxury hotels are happy about the trend that is seeing more people traveling than before. They are planning longer vacations and often with extended families friends and children. They do want value for money but want exclusive experiences.  Jennifer Fox of Fairmont Hotels and Resorts believes that the rebound in the economy has upped the Traveler Sentiment index which has resulted in guests taking longer and more frequent vacations across all channels. Other top luxury brands agree with the assessment as they are all witnessing similar growth. They are taking advantage of the growth and building on it. Top travel agents are planning exceptional experiences.  LA based Elite Travel International designs high end itineraries and is handling much increased requests for exotic getaways including billionaire luxury vacations. Newer experiences are being devised ...