Tuesday, May 31, 2011

On the road with luxury

IIPM Professor Arindam Chaudhuri on 'OBAMA and OSAMA'

A traveller's delight and a desire to indulge into luxury and that too in the best way. Here is a peek into what has redefined luxury holidays that some even call a dream today!

Music to your ears
MSC Cruise
MSC Orchestra Cruises are the perfect blend of design,Music to your ears comfort and safety. Airy, open spaces and MSC Cruises’ signature Italian style make MSC Orchestra a stylish pioneer for future cruise ship projects and designs. On board the luxury MSC Orchestra cruise ship you will be enthralled by the wide spectrum of entertainment facilities – a rejuvenating Turkish bath, dining at the Shanghai Chinese restaurant, relaxation at the exotic animal-print Savannah Bar, sumptuous Purple Bar or one can enjoy Hollywood-style glamour in the chic Zaffiro Bar. Try your luck at the Palm Beach Casino, dance the night away in the disco and enjoy the best holiday one could ever ask for!

“The magic of backwaters”
Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kottayam, Kerala
Along the coastal lowlands and backwaters of India’s The magic of backwaterssouth-western state of Kerala lies the vast Vembanad Lake, connected to the Arabian Sea by a network of canals, estuaries and rivers. And at the edge of Vembanad Lake is Kumarakom, a tiny town at the edge of a lagoon, crisscrossed by narrow waterways used for navigation and irrigation. There you’ll find the Kumarakom Lake Resort, a collection of low-slung villas with red tile roofs, surrounded by palm trees, clustered around a long and winding 250-metre free-form swimming pool. You can enjoy the serenity of the waters and rekindle all the joys of the world and forget the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Spa it out
Sereno Spa at Park Hyatt Goa
Spread over 36,000 square feet, Sereno Spa at Park Spa it outHyatt Goa is a complete wellness spa destination, set in lush beachfront gardens in the idyllic region of South Goa, India. Sereno Spa Goa offers holistic massage treatments and a blend of unique therapies inspired by Ayurvedic and Yogic traditions, designed to refresh and revitalise. A serene sanctuary for the senses, the luxury Spa offers personalised body and facial treatments with spa packages and fitness programmes to promote wellness, detoxification and serenity. Sereno Spa has been awarded “World’s Number One Spa” and “Best Spa in Asian and Indian Subcontinent" by Conde Nast Traveller Reader’s Spa Awards 2006.

The “wonder” of luxury!
Oberoi Amarvillas, Agra
Spend long moments sitting on the room balcony justThe wonder of luxury being awed by the view of the world's greatest monument of love. Wake up to the glorious sight of the Taj, bathed by the first rays of dawn. Watch her sparkle by day as the sun shines on her architectural perfection. Allow yourself to be swept away by her romance at dusk. Let the nights be filled with the magic of the Taj by moonlight. The richly detailed interiors are perfectly complemented by a choice of international and Indian cuisine. You will be treated like royalty at the Spa, with therapies designed to rejuvenate body and soul.Amarvilas will be exclusive and unforgettable.


For the body, mind and soul
Ananda in the Himalaya
Located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills, close toFor the body mind and soul the mythological cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, surrounded by graceful Sal forests, overlooking the peaceful Ganga as it meanders into the distance, the award winning Ananda is the spiritual pathway to be discovered through the union of body, mind and soul. It is not just a retreat that will leave you breathless with the enchantment of its surroundings, but assists in redefining lifestyles to include the well-known traditional Indian wellness regimes of Ayurveda.

Be the king of your palace
Devi Garh Palace, Udaipur
Nestled in the Aravali hills, the 18th century Devi GarhBe the king of your palace palace in the village of Delwara forms one of the three main passes into the valley of Udaipur. The Fort Palace is conceived as a place where the past meets the future. This all-suite luxury hotel comprises of 39 suites with an emphasis on design and detail, and the use of local marbles and semi-precious stones. The contemporary design showcased within this spectacular heritage property, complemented by personalised and intimate service, creates a new image of India for the 21st century. With private suites and spectacular spas, this palace will fulfil all dreams to live like a king!


Cocoon decor
The perfect fit for home where all dreams will come true.

Veneta CucineVeneta Cucine
The kitchen king
This vivid collection goes beyond modernity. The wood is used as a distinctive feature in a design that incorporates the most advanced trends of a modern style. A dream kitchen for anyone and specially the ones who love to cook. The light oak becomes a distinguishing element of a design that assimilates the latest trends without losing the feel of naturalness. The ideal kitchen with lots of space, style and spectacular design will be a dream come true.

Maspar
Snuggle away to glory
Snuggle into this divinely restful bed collection and get transported Masparback to the days where seamstresses lovingly poured over yards and yards of fine cloth, creating wonders . The vintage bed collection is a rare testimony of the past days of fine workmanship, which merges beautifully with the outstanding design sense of today. Here, the classic meets the contemporary . The superior detailing and textures recall the antique lines of 19th-century European wedding trousseaus. Slip between the sheets for a night of restful sleep.

FCML-(Bath fittings)
Bathing will never be the same again!
The luxurious bathrooms are the epitome of creativeFCML-(Bath fittings) energy to present an exclusive and dynamic collection. This contemporary, state-of-the art designs are for those who enjoy good living. With European luxurious bathroom design products, elegant and contemporary Home décor products and accessories and à la mode collection of the most beautiful eco-friendly, recycled tiles, all inside one parapet, FCML can be aptly called the elixir of lifestyle products and a show-stealer.

D'DecorD'Decor
Endow your house with style

Usher into your home a rich history of luxurious and elegant home furnishings by D'Decor. The collections that are celebrating life, created by the the world's third-largest mills in the home furnishing space. These creations will continue to reflect the distinction of being India's largest manufacturer and exporter of home furnishing fabrics.




Suave Nests
Home is not where you live, but where they understand you. Here's providing you with the list of 'dream homes' gracing the land of India

Royal life...
Commander's Court
If peace is the only thing on your mind, then set in Royal lifethe most prestigious part of Chennai, centrally located and luxuriously appointed Commander's Court by DLF is where you should take long-term rest. This oasis of serenity provides you with a life of comfort, luxury and peace. With salient features like air-conditioned apartments and duplexes, fully-integrated kitchen appliances, jacuzzi in master bathroom, and flanked by restaurants, party lawns, swimming pool, gym, spa, aerobic and yoga centre and table-tennis room, it is the place where the journey of a hassled life ends... and a life full of bliss begins.

Lavasa Hill City
Hills beckon...
If you want a hill-city between the city of dreams (Mumbai) Lavasa Hill Cityand the aqua gateway (Goa), here comes Lavasa, a man-made hill city based on neo-urbanism. Although the whole city is like an elongated dream at your disposal, the dreamiest ones are the Goan and Mediterranean theme villas along the lakefront. Lavasa is an exclusive offering from HCC. It is a city away from a city, and has everything to sustain itself luxuriously. Starting from schools and colleges, management institutions, excellent education centres to clubs, golf-courses, spas, resorts, multi-theme parks, eco-safari and water-and adventurous sports – everything is at your doorstep. Lavasa is home to the rarest species of butterflies(Oak Leaf), birds (Tickell's Flowerpecker) and flowers (Karvy or Blue Bloom).

Kingswood Oriental
Into the woods...
Do dense woods beckon you? Then, Kingswood Oriental Kingswood Orientalby Jaypee is destined for you. Grab the earliest opportunity to name one for yourself. Besides the modern amenities ranging from jacuzzi in the master bathroom to miniature gazebos in the back-garden of the house and terrace garden with top-of-the-line security system, this estate in Noida will also provide you with a very unique and oriental feel due to the use of wood and bamboo design and private lily ponds. Set on five basic pillars of life – longevity, harmony, beauty, happiness and blend, it is an exclusive community that offers unparalleled ambiance and lifestyle. Lavish homes of Kingswood are surrounded by stunning bonsai landscapes, zen garden and soothing water-bodies. Bliss! Isn't it?


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