The Kamehameha Suite at Maui's Honua Kai Resort & Spa

Five Star Alliance's sister publication, Luxury Travel Advisor, recently wrote an article about the Kamehameha Suite at Honua Kai Resort & Spa, a luxury resort which sits on 38 acres of Maui shoreline. 

"High rollers in Hawaii will want to make some room in their schedules to check out this swank accommodation. The six-room suite includes three bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room and dining room. Three and a half bathrooms round out the space. Top Digs: The Oceanfront Suite is on the sixth floor and offers views of the West Maui Mountains, islands of Moloka’i and Lana’i and the Pacific Ocean.

We love the transition from indoor to outdoor space. Guests can lounge on one of the three sunbeds, whale watch on a chaise lounge, take in the sunset from the center seating area or share dinner under the stars. Note: There is 2,650 square feet of indoor space and 3,200 square feet of outdoor area.

Inside, guests will find a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel Viking appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave; Bosch washer and dryer; wireless Internet; flat-screen TV; a king-size bed in every room and one queen-size sofa bed in the living room.

It will only set you back a nightly rate of $2,999."

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Five Star Alliance Deals

Five Star Alliance always has great rates for your favorite luxury hotels. But sometimes a few exceptional rates catch our eye, and we share them with you. Here are some of the great deals we are currently featuring. But hurry, these rates are subject to availability and other restrictions, and they are sure to go quickly.

Jamaica Inn  is an elegantly timeless resort located in beautiful Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Situated on what many consider to be the premier private beach in Jamaica, each of Jamaica Inn's 47 rooms and suites suite has a private balustraded balcony overlooking the beach and the Caribbean.Right now, you can book a 2nd Floor Ocean View room for $310USD per night, and receive a 4 For 3 Food Beverage Credit.

 
Come and experience the wonderful luxuries of Fairmont Gold at Fairmont Hamilton Princess in Bermuda. The Pink Princess is offering their Gold Package. Stay a minimum fo 3 nights in a Fairmont Gold room (Wed-Sun stays only, subject to availability) and enjoy complimentary continental deluxe breakfast, afternoon tea and relax in the evening with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and the wonderful selection of fine beverages in the Fairmont Gold lounge. Transportation to and from the airport  is also included.  Rates for this package start from $999 USD for a minimum of 3 night stay, based on double occupancy.

Peter Island Resort has a Sea and Self Signature Series Package. Each guest will receive one 75-minute Signature Series massage, one 45-minute Signature Series Body Scrub, one 75-minute Signature Series Wrap/Scrub, one Thalasso mud bowl, and the standard package amenities. Rates start at $900USD per night.  Rates are vailable In Ocean View Rooms And Beach Front Junior Suites.

The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel and Spa in Biloxi, MS offers a Bellingrath Gardens Package. Visit the 65 acres estate of year-round beauty. Camellia blooms in winder, the azaleas in spring, roses in the summer and chrysanthemums in autumn. Package includes deluxe guest room, two one-day tickets to visit the Bellingrath Botanical Gardens and breakfast buffet for two in our four-diamond Trellis Room. Rates start at $222USD. 

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Tee It Up at Charleston Place

Charleston, SC is a golfer's paradise.  According to Golf Magazine, Charleston is home to two of the "100 Greatest Golf Courses in the World." There are more  than 20 courses in the Charleston area to choose from; from the Rivertowne Country Club, which offers 13 holes along the Wando River and Horlbeck Creek to Charleston National, an 18 hole championship course designed by the renowned golf course architect Rees Jones,  to the Links at Stono Ferry, which  is a championship par 72 golf course located along the Intracoastal Waterway. Many golf architects have proclaimed their Charleston area courses as some of their best, including Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Pete Dye, Gary Player, Tom Fazio and Rees Jones.

Unlike some other golf destinations, Charleston is generally not crowded with golfers, which  results in a greater array of  tee times and golfers who can take their time hitting the links.  Morevoer, it's always a good time of year to play golf in the Charleston area, where average high temperatures range from 57°F to 89°F. The 94th PGA Championship was one of many tournaments played in Charleston, so you know the golfing is good.  

_{Pictured: Charleston Place refers guests to The Ocean Course, part of Kiawah Island Golf Resort}

So where to stay to take advantage of all this golf? May we suggest Charleston Place? Located at the very heart of downtown Charleston, in the historic district and within walking distance of all the major attractions, this luxurious hotel makes every guest feel part of this great Southern city. At Charleston Place, you can take advantage of all the city has to offer in addition to great golfing. Renowned as Charleston’s finest accommodations, it is a standard bearer of Orient-Express style. Leisure activities include relaxing by the rooftop pool, dining in the award-winning Charleston Grill and browsing the exclusive boutiques both at the hotel and in the shopping areas nearby. 

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B Ocean Fort Lauderdale Supports Sea Turtles

Be amazed at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale’s Accommodations. Guests lucky enough to have stayed at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale know that you’ll be welcomed by a stuffed plush Sea Turtle. Why is that? Well, each of the B resorts has a destination-specific endangered species program. 

At B Ocean Fort Lauderdale, the program is supports sea turtle conservation organization. Guests may purchase our turtles from the room, in the gift shop or online. A percentage of the retail proceeds will go to benefit sea turtle conservation organizations. 

If you visit B Ocean Fort Lauderdale between October and March, you may just get to witness sea turtles nesting on the beach in front of the hotel.In addition to sea turtles, B Ocean also arranges eco tours of the Everglades, where you can spot manatees, dolphins, alligators, Florida panthers, and more than 350 types of birds. Upon entering any one of B Ocean Fort Lauderdale's 240 beachfront guestrooms and suites, guests will greeted by the stunning views of the sandy white beaches and colorful shoreline of the Atlantic Ocean. All hotel rooms are furnished with either one King-sized or two Double Blissful Beds. In addition to the sea turtle, expect The Blissful Bed, Free WiFi, Aveda bath products, and other special amenities.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Spearheads an Earth Day Beach Clean Up

20 million people gathered across the country to show support and their increasing concern about the visible ruined environment, on the very first Earth Day on April 22nd, 1970. Led by Senator John McConnell along with a small team of environmentalists and scientists, concerned citizens and the like, they successfully raised awareness about the absence of green issues from the United States’ political agenda. It has grown to be recognized as an annual global event, and even has been adopted by the United Nations in 2009. Celebrated in more than 192 countries every year, numerous communities celebrate Earth Day by participating in activities focused on environmental issues.

It is becoming a norm for companies to participate in being green and responsible corporate, by adopting green initiatives within their business model. The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, has followed suit by extending the invitation of being more green, and being an eco-hero to their guests and local residents. The hotel chain has teamed up with the Southern California’s expert-naturalist organization, the Eco-Adventure Center to help with this effort. The Beach Clean Up is the Ritz-Carlton property’s annual Earth Day initiative where they invite local residents and their hotel guests to come join them and help do their part in keeping Salt Creek Beach clean. Naturalists from the resort's Eco-Adventure Center will provide trash bags and gloves for participants, and will manage the removal of the trash that is collected.   The Ritz Carlton hopes that this event helps guests and locals to extend eco-efforts in their own homes.

The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel beach clean-up will be held Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m.  

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PUBLIC Chicago's Library Does Double Duty

PUBLIC Chicago's Library is a coffee bar by day and nightclub lounge by night. During the day guests are welcomed to enjoy the coffee bar's wide selection of La Colombe Coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, and other specialties created by the famous chef Jean-Georges. The night time scene at the Library is one of Chicago’s newest hot spots! Complete with an impressive roster of some of the hottest DJ’s in the Chicago nightclub scene, in addition to renowned guest DJ’s like Paul Oakenfold, the Library is definitely a place to see and be seen. The multifunctional space of the Library was designed by famous hotelier and Studio 54 co-owner, Ian Schrager and his expert team of designers. Taking under consideration the contrasting moods of the space (tranquil coffee house by day, popular nightclub lounge by night), Schrager and his team made sure that each piece of furniture in the Library had the ability to transform as well.

The Library at the Public Hotel in Chicago use various table and chair settings to efficiently answer the different uses of the space. For example, arm chairs and sofas paired with low tables placed by the fireplace makes it ideal for a tranquil sip of coffee during the day while cozying up to a book, or to enjoy a signature cocktail in a comfortable setting while conversing with friends. If you are in the Chicago area and looking for an affordable luxury hotel with a happening night scene, you should definitely check out the Library located in The Public Hotel in Chicago.

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A Musical Stay at Fairmont Pacific Rim

The Lobby Lounge of the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel located in Vancouver, Canada is always churning out great live music for its guests! The Fairmont has partnered up with radio station Shore 104, who handles picking out local special guests to perform at the Fairmont Pacific Rim’s Lobby Lounge every Friday night. Recently the Fairmont Pacific Rim and Shore 104’s Westcoast Music Sessions have featured acts such a Martin Acosta, Kuba Oms, and the Velvet Revolution for guests. Live music is played daily with the Westcoast Music Sessions and special guests held every Friday. Hotel guests and visitors are encouraged to come and experience the live entertainment while enjoying delicious food and beverage available for purchase. The Fairmont Pacific Rim has a variety of food offerings during their live music sessions such as a raw bar, sushi, salads and specialty beverages.

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Winners Report: The Peninsula Chicago

Fans of Five Star Alliance will remember our recent Last Minute Giveaway. Mary K. was the winner of our recent Last Minute Giveaway sweepstakes, and she shared a few pictures from her stay at The Peninsula Chicago with us. Mary won a two-night stay at the luxury hotel, and the hotel surprised her with an upgrade to a Grand Deluxe Room and special amenities.  At left is the lobby of the downtown hotel, and below is one of the doormen. 

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Live it Up with Trump's Great Gatsby Package

One of the greatest novels of all time has inspired of the most expensive luxury packages of all time. New York's Trump International Hotel Tower has announced the Trump Great Gatsby Package. Recommended for couples, the over-the-top experience includes:

-A three-night stay in a luxurious Central Park-view suite.

-Chauffeured car service for the duration of the stay.

-Dinner for two at the hotel’s Three-Michelin-Star restaurant, Jean-Georges

-Breakfast daily at Nougatine at Jean Georges

- A magnum of Veuve Cliquot Champagne served in-room

-Ladies will receive an Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry Art Deco shagreen and onyx cuff, accompanied by a personal note from Ivanka Trump.

-Gentleman will receive a custom-tailored suit and shirt from Bergdorf Goodman, plus vintage Art Deco cufflinks.

The package comes with a Gatsby-appropriate price:  $14,999. The package is available for travel March 1, 2013 through August 31, 2013.

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Ritz-Carlton Montreal Debuts Maison Boulud

A few months ago, the Ritz-Carlton Montreal's re-opened its doors and unveiled their new $150 million renovated hotel. Part of the multi-million dollar renovations was the much anticipated reveal of the award-winning French Chef Daniel Boulud's new restaurant: Maison Boulud. The combination of the renowned, three star Michelin award-winning chef located in one of the most well-known names in the hotel industry has created a lot of hype amongst local foodies and hotel-guests. Living up to its hype, it has all of Montreal buzzing about its new hot spot eatery. Daniel Boulud has embraced the Montreal culture into his own food philosophy by focusing the restaurant's menu to serve the best "fresh local ingredients and artisanal Québécois products," according to the restaurant’s web site.

Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch; Maison Boulud has become Montreal's new go-to spot for special occasions and foodie connoisseurs. The experience is a great one, for those who want to experiment in fine dining in French cuisine. The ambiance, food and service are all top-notch and reflect Daniel Boulud's signature je ne sais quoi elegance embedded in part of his restaurant. If you are in the Montreal area and looking to enjoy the best of what this city has to offer, definitely stop by Maison Boulud for an outstanding gastronomic experience!

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