Top Lists Archives - Food and Travel Magazine https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/category/featured-articles/top-lists/ Luxury Travel & Epicurean Dining Wed, 18 Sep 2024 01:04:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Food-Travel-App-Icon.jpg Top Lists Archives - Food and Travel Magazine https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/category/featured-articles/top-lists/ 32 32 CAPELLA BANGKOK IS NAMED NO.1 IN THE WORLD’S 50 BEST HOTELS 2024 https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2024/09/18/capella-bangkok-is-named-no-1-in-the-worlds-50-best-hotels-2024/ https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2024/09/18/capella-bangkok-is-named-no-1-in-the-worlds-50-best-hotels-2024/#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:04:59 +0000 https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/?p=37153 Capella Bangkok Named The World’s Best Hotel 2024 Capella Bangkok in Thailand has been crowned The World’s Best Hotel 2024, topping a list that highlights 19 hotels in Asia, followed…

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  • Capella Bangkok Named The World’s Best Hotel 2024

    Capella Bangkok in Thailand has been crowned The World’s Best Hotel 2024, topping a list that highlights 19 hotels in Asia, followed by Europe (13), North America (9), Africa (4), Oceania (4), and South America (1). The list includes 15 new entries from territories like Oman, French Polynesia, and Fiji.

    Special Awards:

    • Passalacqua (No.2) in Lake Como: Carlo Alberto Best Boutique Hotel Award
    • Soneva Fushi (No.8) in the Maldives: Lost Explorer Best Beach Hotel Award
    • Maroma (No.18) in Mexico: Flor de Caña Eco Hotel Award
    • Bulgari Tokyo (No.22): Nikka Best New Hotel Award
    • Sonia Cheng, CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group: SevenRooms Icon Award
    • Aman: Ferrari Trento Most Admired Hotel Group Award
    • Atlantis The Royal (No.9) in Dubai: Highest Climber Award
    • Raffles London at The OWO (No.13): Lavazza Highest New Entry Award

    The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024 list was announced at a ceremony in London, celebrating top-tier hotels worldwide. Capella Bangkok, located on the Chao Phraya River, climbed from No.11 in 2023 to No.1 and also secured the title of Best Hotel in Asia 2024. The hotel, known for its lush gardens, dramatic architecture, and personalized service, exemplifies luxury with a boutique feel.

    Other Highlights:

    • Passalacqua in Lake Como took the No.2 spot, also winning the Best Boutique Hotel Award.
    • Rosewood Hong Kong ranked No.3, solidifying Asia’s dominance in the top rankings.
    • Europe contributed 13 hotels to the list, with top entries from France, the UK, and Italy.
    • North America had nine hotels featured, including Maroma and Chablé Yucatán in Mexico.

    The World’s 50 Best Hotels list continues to set the standard in global hospitality, highlighting exceptional experiences across the globe.

    For the full list and more details, visit The World’s 50 Best Hotels.

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    Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge Accepted into Membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2024/08/14/ventana-canyon-club-and-lodge-accepted-into-membership-of-preferred-hotels-resorts/ https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2024/08/14/ventana-canyon-club-and-lodge-accepted-into-membership-of-preferred-hotels-resorts/#respond Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:25:15 +0000 https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/?p=36719 Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge proudly announces its acceptance into the membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand with over 600 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences,…

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    Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge proudly announces its acceptance into the membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand with over 600 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 80 countries. This prestigious inclusion marks Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge as the newest offering within the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Lifestyle Collection. Known for featuring premier global properties that provide engaging stays and memorable moments, the Lifestyle Collection is celebrated for its diversity, authenticity, intelligence, and approachable nature, offering responsive service and local dining that embody culture and style.

    “We are thrilled to join the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Collection of luxury properties,” said Kimberly Wood, CEO and General Manager of Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge. “This affiliation underscores our unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled hospitality and memorable guest experiences.” Located in the stunning Santa Catalina foothills and surrounded by two renowned Tom Fazio-designed golf courses, the boutique lodge features 50 private, spacious suites, offering a tranquil southern Arizona retreat. As the property celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2024, it continues to welcome travelers from around the world to experience its unique blend of sophistication and warm, personal service.

    All guests of Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge can now enroll in I Prefer Hotel Rewards, the brand’s points-based loyalty program with 5 million travelers enrolled globally. This complimentary program allows I Prefer members to earn points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, Elite status, and other special benefits upon eligible stays at nearly 600 participating hotels and resorts worldwide.

    Preferred Hotels & Resorts provides strategic advantages to hotel owners, operators, and management companies through brand prestige and global operating scale. It supports the goals of its member hotels by offering strategic group, corporate, and leisure sales, integrated marketing solutions, comprehensive revenue management, global connectivity through reservation services, progressive distribution technology, and individualized guest support. Every property within the portfolio is required to maintain the high-quality standards and unparalleled service levels mandated by the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Integrated Quality Assurance Program. Through its four global collections – Legend, L.V.X., Lifestyle, and Preferred Residences – Preferred Hotels & Resorts connects discerning travelers to the singular luxury hospitality experience that aligns with their needs and lifestyle preferences for each occasion.

    For reservations and more information about Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge, visit [VentanaCanyonClub.com](https://www.ventanacanyonclub.com). For more information about Preferred Hotels & Resorts, visit [PreferredHotels.com](https://www.preferredhotels.com).

    SOURCE Ventana Canyon Club & Lodge

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    The World’s Most Romantic Places To Propose https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2021/04/20/the-worlds-most-romantic-places-to-propose/ https://foodandtravelmagazine.com/2021/04/20/the-worlds-most-romantic-places-to-propose/#respond Tue, 20 Apr 2021 23:21:12 +0000 https://foodandtravel.io/?p=1897 Not unlike the movies of Hollywood, the real world is bursting with romantic settings that range from over-the-top lavish to discreetly intimate. As such, there is no shortage of destinations…

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    Not unlike the movies of Hollywood, the real world is bursting with romantic settings that range from over-the-top lavish to discreetly intimate. As such, there is no shortage of destinations that offer someone the opportunity to pop the question in a very special way. From a proposal concierge to a customized romance package, opulent hotels and resorts are ensuring that this special day is one that couples will always cherish.  Here are the world’s most romantic places to propose.

    Adare Manor, County Limerick, Ireland

    As one of the world’s most romantic hotels and the setting of over 100 proposals every year, Adare Manor has officially launched a brand new ‘Beyond Everything’ Proposal Menu. The Adare Manor team works their magic to create the dreamiest of proposals, with all menu selections available to experience straight from castle grounds. Included are a Grandeur Guestroom Proposal complete with an opulent floral and candle lit display in one of Adare Manor’s striking suites, a private cinema viewing complete with your favorite romantic film, a unique Bathroom Proposal with romantic rose petal bath or a horse drawn carriage with the perfect picturesque proposal spot. Adare Manor has a Proposal Concierge dedicated to ensuring the most romantic proposal straight out of a fairy tale.

    Hotel MetropoleMonte-Carlo, Monaco

    Home to alluring historic streets of the old town to the glitz and glamour, the principality of Monaco provides a movie scene backdrop for a couple’s most unforgettable milestone. Making the proposal process a completely seamless one, Hotel MetropoleMonte-Carlooffers a dedicated Million Euro Proposal package that begins with a private jet ride to Monaco, a couples massage at Spa Metropole by Givenchy and a luxury shopping spree in Monaco complete with a personal shopper. The Suite Carre d’Or penthouse is decorated with rose petals and 1,000 candles on the terrace. After a private dinner at one of the hotel’s fine dining concepts, a plane with a “will you marry me” banner flies overhead, timed to the proposal.

    ESPACIO, The Jewel of Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii

    Few places inspire as much romance as the islands of Hawaii, the perfect backdrop for the ultimate proposal. He or she can propose at the rooftop infinity pool of ESPACIO, The Jewel of Waikiki, an ultra-luxury boutique hotel, where dazzling views of the Pacific Ocean and Honolulu skyline will accompany the ultimate question. Couples can reserve the elegant rooftop space for romantic evenings complete with white-glove butler service and private chef from the hotel’s Japanese-French tasting concept, Mugen, whichwill even select a rare champagne from the restaurant’s $5 million wine cellar for a toast to the newly engaged couple. A Romance Package includes two free spa treatments, luxury SUV or sedan rental, daily in-suite breakfast, and a bottle of Caymus Cabernet. 

    Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay, Morocco  

    Located on the Northern coast of Morocco just steps away from Tetouan, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site, Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay is a luxury all-pool villa resort that blends romance with exotic Moroccan charm and provides complete relaxation with its understated Mediterranean vibe. Couples can look forward to a myriad of romantic activities in and around Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay, all of which are ideal for popping the big question. These include engaging cooking workshops, romantic bike rides through the hills and forests around Smir Lake and a romantic dinner enhanced by soft candlelight and torches while private staff discreetly serve a refined four-course meal beneath a crystal-clear blanket of stars.

    Mount Pahia, Bora Bora, French Polynesia

    What better place in the world to propose than the dream location of Bora Bora? While the destination is known for its pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters, one hidden gem is that it provides excellent hiking trails. For adventurous couples, start the day with a hike and surprise your partner with a romantic proposal atop an iconic summit in The Islands of Tahiti, Mount Pahia, surrounded by coral reefs and hibiscus blossoms and the sound of cascading waterfalls in the background. A truly unforgettable experience for couples who are ready to embark on a new chapter.

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