By Shereen Shabnam After a few delightful days in Prague, we took a train to Budapest to experience the city’s rich history, natural sites and their thermal springs. I expected my second visit to Budapest to be an adventure going into areas not discovered in my first trip but I was drawn once again into…
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Destination of choice – Laax, Switzerland
By Shereen Shabnam Switzerland is always a good idea as there are so many destinations within the country that have different attractions and vibes. One such place is Laax, a family-friendly haven dedicated to alpine adventures but offering more than just skiing. The area comprises the village of Laax, together with Salums, Cons, Laax Murschetg,…
EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY AND FAMILY TRADITIONS – WHITE STALLION RANCH
By Shereen Shabnam As the world gets more accessible to travellers, destinations sought are no longer just limited to beaches and cities. Highlands, cruises, ranches are becoming more popular and our current favourite is the White Stallion Ranch. The personal touch and hospitality of this traditional dude ranch is carefully blended with the service and…
Pure Indulgence
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del Higuerón By Shereen Shabnam This has been a year of exploring my adopted country Spain and during a road trip, we stayed at the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del Higueron, belonging to the Hilton brandfamily. The first thing that greeted me at the…
EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY AND FAMILY TRADITIONS WHITE STALLION RANCH
By Shereen Shabnam As the world gets more accessible to travellers, destinations sought are no longer just limited to beaches and cities. Highlands, cruises, ranches are becoming more popular and our current favourite is the White Stallion Ranch. The personal touch and hospitality of this traditional dude ranch is carefully blended with the service and…
Authentic Italian Experiences – Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
By Shereen Shabnam Set in the Eternal City on the grounds of a 15 acre park, Rome, the spectacular Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort offers guests a home overlooking the best parts of the Vatican City. I spent a few days exploring the majestic hotel and its spa recently and left rested and…
Rose Park Hotel – Al Barsha
By Shereen Shabnam Inspired from past success in hospitality and the enviable reputation for delivering excellence in guest service over the last 10 years, the award-winning Rose International Hotels Management recently introduced us to the Rose Park Hotel in Al Barsha. Over a sumptuous lunch, Thameem Razick, Director of Sales & Marketing at Rose Hotels…
Spectacular Landscapes Summer in Crans-Montana
By Shereen Shabnam The Swiss Alps have so much more to offer than just winter sports and snowy mountains. The destination has visitors all year round and is just as popular in the summer, when walking outside is easier with views of breathtaking nature and for outdoor sports. This summer we headed out to Crans-Montana in…
A Truly Grand St. Regis Summer 2018 Wedding
At The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, a wedding is made memorable with timeless elegance and exquisite magical moments For this very special day, you dream of a wedding location of the utmost prestige in the UAE’s capital. A setting that strikes a fine balance between impressive grandeur and close intimacy; immaculately beautiful yet warmly welcoming….
Luxury Tropical Escapes – W South Beach
By Shereen Shabnam Miami is a playground for celebrities and on the boardwalk of the coast area where the elite converge, sits W South Beach, a beachfront oasis in the heart of Miami’s most famous and visited coastal line. I stayed there to experience not just their room but their cuisine and enjoyed walking through…