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Customised stay at The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh
The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh has launched the virtual concierge services for business travellers which provide guests with exceptional experiences by offering the flexibility to request services and amenities based on their timeline to ensure a more relaxed, efficient and memorable experience.
Virtual Concierge is one of several ways The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh creates unique, personal and memorable guest experiences by offering our hotel guests the ability to customise their stay prior to their arrival by requesting special amenities and/or services like floral arrangements, honeymoon amenities, Spa treatment, dining reservations, transportation and many other numerous services. Guest itineraries will be sent to the guest once all requests have been confirmed; along with presenting an itinerary during the check-in process to guarantee a seamless stay to make business travel a pleasure.
Oetker unveils the L’Apogée Courchevel
Oetker Collection has announced its newest property, L’Apogée Courchevel located in Le Jardin Alpin, set to open on 11.12.13 (December 11, 2013). The L’Apogée will comprise 33 stunning suites, 20 spacious double rooms and a spectacular penthouse with its own Jacuzzi and private terrace, offering breath taking views over Courchevel village. In addition, L’Apogée will include a signature restaurant featuring a dramatic grill centrepiece, under the supervision of Michelin two-star Chef Yannick Franques, a grand terrace for dining outside, and a superb spa and wellness centre featuring treatment rooms and a swimming pool.
Situated next to L’Apogée will be a private and exclusive chalet which will feature five bedrooms, a spa and its own home cinema. L’Apogée will also benefit from its own private ski lift, enabling guests and diners to reach the hotel in true style.
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$1m revamp for Royal Palm, Galapagos
Set within a 150 acre hectare private estate in the heart of the Galapagos archipelago, The Royal Palm – the islands’ only five-star hotel – is located in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and will shortly complete a $1 million refurbishment.
This secluded hideaway’s accommodation includes three suites and 10 villas located individually within the grounds as well as eight casitas that overlook the Royal Palm Estate. The property has been entirely refurbished to reflect the colours of the surrounding natural environment with all timberwork renovated on site by skilled local craftsmen. In addition, a bespoke kitchen has been installed and new and re-upholstered furniture fitted throughout. The villas, suites and casitas interiors have been updated and two family villas have been created.
The Royal Palm’s Prince of Wales Suite comprises two en suite bedrooms – one with a king size bed and the other with two queen size beds. The suite also features a dressing area, a fireplace in the living room, a garden Jacuzzi and a roof-top terrace. The other two suites are the Presidential and Royal Suites.
For those who prefer to have their own private residence in the Galapagos, The Royal Palm offers an exclusive oceanfront residence Escalesia, located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. With modern architecture, three ocean view bedrooms, infinity pool, whirlpool, steam room, a sea front sun deck and bar with views of Academy Bay and Santa Fe Island, Escalesia will cater to the most discerning traveller. The exclusive service provided includes an in-home chef, housekeeper, Maître d’ and a personal concierge to take care of any special requests.