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    Gotta Getaway? Relax On Your Own Private Island In The ...

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    Ida Hsiang on Nov 4, 2009 4:25 PM PST
    While city living is always fun and full of activities, sometimes all you want to do is get it away from it all. If only we could all own a small private island that would serve as a place to relax and unwind, or as a great location to party with your closest friends without having to mingle with crazy, drunk strangers. Now where would you like to have this private island? How about the Bahamas? Kamalame Cay is a private island type resort located right off the coast of Andros Island and is a 96 acre long strip of island dedicated to perfecting your tropical island getaway. It's perfect for a wedding of many, a secluded honeymoon for two, a romantic getaway for a fun place to go for some ultimate girls' nights out! Sandy, warm beaches border a Tiki Bar, a large freshwater pool, spacious Bahamian hotel rooms, a club house and a day spa. As if that wasn't enough, fishing and diving are just a couple of the fun activities offered at Kamalame Cay. Breathtaking views, Caribbean-inspired cuisine, a friendly waitstaff and just that fact that you're on a fully accommodating private island in the Bahamas are reason enough to see why a stay at Kamalame Cay would be the ultimate tropical getaway. Click on the slideshow to see what Kamalame Cay has to offer and book a trip to the exotic shores of the Caribbean for your next vacation!

    Gotta Getaway? WhitePod Provides A Snowy Eco-Retreat In The ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Oct 14, 2009 4:42 PM PDT
    Looking for the ultimate winter vacay that won't betray your newfound "save the planet" attitude and go green regime? No, I'm not crazy -- you can enjoy a fun-filled snowy getaway without stomping carbon footprints all over the ozone! The beautiful wintry town of Les Cerniers, located in the heart of the Swiss Alps, is home to WhitePod, the ultimate eco-friendly ski resort that'll have you relaxing and romping in the snow rather than roughing it for survival. The retreat is comprised of 15 one- and two-bedroom "pods," all fully equipped with bathrooms, wood-burning stoves, and organic furnishings, that use minimal water and electricity to allow for a more pristine mountain environment experience while still providing the comfort and luxury of high-end lodging. Spend the day skiing (with the help of private ski lifts), snowboarding, paragliding, or even dog-sledding, then relax the night away over dinner and drinks at the community chalet or massages at the hotel spa. I'm sure the Swiss Alps are gorgeous all year round, but you won't get to experience the mountains quite like this (or quite this eco-chic!) at any other seasonal resort! Take a look at the slideshow for the hotel's breath-taking surroundings and unique amenities!

    Gotta Getaway? Get A Taste Of Tuscany At San Francisco's ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Sep 2, 2009 5:24 PM PDT
    Been dreaming of that romantic Tuscan getaway but don't exactly have the spare cash for the overseas accommodations? Good news -- now you can enjoy the beauty of Italy right in the heart of San Francisco's Union Square! True, it might not be an equivalent replacement, but the idea is still there, and with its Italian villa-style decor, newly-remodeled accommodations, and authentic wine bar and restaurant next door, Villa Florence is the closet you'll get to your ideal romantic destination on this side of the world! You'll get the coziest of VIP treatments as you enjoy the hotel's warm contemporary decor and modern amenities (complete with L'Occitane products in the room!), providing you an escape within an escape. As beautiful as it may be, don't hole yourself up in the room, though -- with the hotel's prime SF location, you can shop the day away without having to exchange your currency! Take a look at the slideshow for a glimpse of SF's take on the Italian villa.

    Gotta Getaway? Indulge In Minimalism At The LUX ELEVEN In ...

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    Ida Hsiang on Aug 26, 2009 5:18 PM PDT
    In our fast-paced society of instant gratification and non-stop networking (we can't even keep in touch with friends guilt-free on Facebook without calling it "networking"), it is easy to become stressed and harried. Even weekends, the lone couple of days we had to rest and recuperate, are now filled with playing catch-up for the office or partaking in fun, but taxing activities that don't let our bodies just sit back, take a deep breath, and truly relax. The next time you get a some vacation time, treat yourself to somewhere that is fun, interesting and will also give you some time to really breathe a sigh of relief. Try Berlin, Germany and stay at the beautifully streamlined Lux Eleven hotel. Imagine Calvin Klein had designed the interiors and you have the modern minimalism of steel and hardwood in a clean and spacious area. Now imagine Hello Kitty completed a touch of the finishing details and you get the the hot pink lobby and roll out carpet, the pink and purple striped blankets atop starkly contrasting black and white, and the twinkling, spherical lights flanking the hallways- basically, de-cluttered glam in a minimalist setting. The rooms are amazing as well, with anything from value rooms to penthouses available, all of which come furnished with a seating area and kitchenette to make you feel even more relaxed and at home. Still a little stressed? The Lux Eleven provides a spa and healing center that uses different programs and treatments, as well as plant-derived Aveda products to put you at ease, mind, body and soul. Shopping more the name of your game? Their Ulf Haines store offers pieces straight from the collection from big name designers like Balmain and Ann Demeulemeester and if spa treatments and shopping leave you hungry, the hotel also houses a meticulously decorated restaurant and bar that serves the finest in food and beverage. Check out the slideshow for a closer look ar Berlin's simply gorgeous Lux Eleven hotel and start planning your perfectly peaceful getaway today!

    Gotta Getaway? Get In Touch With Your Artsy Side At Berlin's ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Aug 5, 2009 4:23 PM PDT
    Have you been spending too much time sucked into the monotony of your work routine and need a vacation that will simultaneously provide relaxation and an in-your-face dose of artistic expression? If so, I've found the perfect place for you to kick back! Berlin's Arte Luise Kunsthotel is located within view of the Reichstag building and the Spree river, providing you with the prime location for a little culture and history lesson. The hotel itself, which dates back to 1825, is so imaginative in its design it hardly looks real, even after a few dozen blinks to convince yourself you're not hallucinating. Each of the hotel's 50 rooms has been decorated by a different renowned artist, featuring an array of original themes from Comic to Shoe Fetish, and seemingly transports you inside the psyche of the artist -- no matter how whimsical or twisted -- providing a getaway within a getaway just within the walls of your room! Don't let the establishment's old-fashion roots fool you though -- its modern amenities help provide the comforts of home while you enjoy the hotel's artistic decor and the city's rich historical significance. Check the slideshow for a glimpse of the hotel's unique rooms!

    Gotta Getaway? Stay & Play Down Under At Ravesi's Bondi Beach ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Jul 22, 2009 10:24 AM PDT
    Where can you find a vacay that combines the sand and surf of an island getaway, A-List-worthy nightlife for ultimate lounging, and all the modern luxuries that true foodies and shopaholics can't live without? Sydney, Australia, of course! Bondi Beach's hippest hotel and hot-spot, Ravesi's Hotel, is the ideal place to relax on the coast, indulge in the neighborhood's fine dining and boutiques, and explore the nearby culture with a quick cab ride to Sydney's central business district. Designed by abstract artist Dane van Bree, the hotel's guest rooms provide a modern spin on Aboriginal art and culture with its gold and metal palate and artwork, but with the getaway's gorgeous beach location, it's hard to keep yourself cooped up indoors! If the scenery isn't beautiful enough to fully tempt you, you're likely to bump elbows with local celebrities at the hotel's Drift Cocktail Lounge, which lures out locals and tourists alike. Check out the slideshow to see some photos of Ravesi's luxury accommodations -- I dare you to hold back from buying a one-way ticket straight to Sydney!
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