Most people want the grand service that every 5-star hotel can offer but they want to be secluded from the other guests. At Villa Hotel Contenta in Miami they offer both.

Now you can enjoy private parties with an efficient first class hotel trained staff in a very luxurious villa. Imagine a presidential suite inside a villa. You can have access to all the amenities that a hotel can provide plus the comforts of your very own home in just one place. Incredible, isn’t it?

This luxurious vacation lifestyle was conceptualized and operated by Villazzo Villa Hotels. Everything anyone would need in a vacation, they can provide.  Fly to Miami via a private jet. From the runway, a chopper will be waiting for you to fly you over to a beachfront wherein a stylish Ferrari with a charming driver is standing by and will drive you towards the Villa.

The moment you step on to the Villa, everyone is at your beck and call. You can plan your day to whatever you want and the staff would arrange them for you. The service and facilities you thought only the big hotels can provide, well, I got a newsbreak for you, the Villa Contenta can!

Privacy is one requirement that those hotels cannot 100% provide no matter how big and luxurious they are. At Villa Contenta, you might have uniformed staff around but they do not stay in the Villa. The management made sure that there is a nearby headquarters wherein all the staff and crew can stay. Their presence will depend on what the guest want.

This Spanish Colonial designed villa is the home of the Villazzo founder himself and so from his Villa-Hotel properties, expect this one to be the most luxurious. It will cost you around $13,300 to stay in the private villa for just one night.

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When you think of bright sunny days filled with state-of- the-art facilities and superb service, plus a challenging golf course with a rejuvenating spa, then The Phoenician in Scottsdale, Arizona will absolutely satisfy your cravings for luxury vacation.

The Phoenician has so many things to offer to everyone. There are 454 elegantly designed guest rooms which are about 600 sq ft each, 12 luxury suites ranging from 1,200 up to 4,000 sq ft can be found from the main building.

However, if you prefer privacy, you may find the Canyon Suites better equipped for that purpose.  Each suite is beautifully designed and strategically located as to avoid other guests. Back in 1940s cosmetic tycoon Elizabeth Arden built a first class exclusive Spa for the rich and famous on the very spot where Canyon Suites is now standing.  Just like back in those days, the Canyon Suites today pamper their guests with everything they want and need.

Golf addicts will have a time of their life in there.  You can play at three different golf courses, the Desert, the Canyon and the Oasis.

After a game of golf, you can relax and have someone pamper you with soothing massages and beauty treatments that will rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit. They do have efficient and well-trained staff to the various European and Eastern treatments.

If you want to bring the kids and they are not into golf, don’t fret because there are so much activities in store for them to enjoy such as parachute play, sand sculpture, puppet shows, water slide, basketball, soccer, and many more.  They would not be bored while you putt and swing over to the three courses. By the way, the resort has pools with 165 foot water slide and manmade waterfalls. That alone will be the highlight of your kids’ vacation.

Another thing, if somebody from your family is an art lover, The Phoenician has a $25 million worth of art and antiquities which include tapestries, sculptures, paintings, furniture and even pre-historic fossils.

This 250 acre resort is under the management of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Plan your Arizona vacation and make your reservation online.

The Bacara Resort & Spa is a world class spa resort.  It is in California, 1 1/2 hour drive from LA and so it is so natural to expect Hollywood A-listers to be strolling around the resort at any given day or time.

It is one unique resort that attracted so many people to exchange their wedding vows there.  Debra Messing from Will & Grace and Jenny Garth to name a few.  The place is not only the best place to hold weddings but also for fundraising events just like Tyra Banks United Boys & Girls Club of America.  Where else do you put extremely rich people and convince them to donate their money for charity, but on very luxurious surroundings that will remind that it is not bad to share a thing or two while living an opulent lifestyle.

Why Bacara?  The resort is a one stop luxury relaxation shop.  The whole ranch is about 1,076 acres with avocados and lemon trees around it.  The Bacara Resort & Spa is situated in front of an untamed beach.  It has around 300 rooms, 49 suites, a spa center, golf course, tennis courts, and a string of sport activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, mountain hike and bike excursions.

Dining in Bacara is another experience. A guest can choose from three amazing restaurants.  If you want casual yet stylish surroundings or formal jacket and tie with candlelight environment, they have it.

One of the best things in Bacara is their 42,000 square feet Spa center.  It is world class and everything is state-of-the-art.  All the kinds of treatments, massages, pools, sauna, are all there in one massive space.  You also have the choice to have the treatments inside or on outdoor terraces.

Most people want to stay on one place with all the amenities and facilities inside and Bacara does it all.  If you want to be pampered and spoiled to the max, then Bacara Resort and Spa is definitely the place to go.  Just prepare to spend a little more because as we all know, luxury comes with a price.

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Who would not want to take a peek on Hollywood’s Megastars own magnificently designed and maintained properties, which are open to the public.

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Ever since one of Tinsel town’s most revered actor-director Clint Eastwood bought this old, rundown historical ranch back in 1986 called Mission Ranch, he made sure that he hired the best architectural and engineering team to restore it to the way it was during the 1850s. He even enhanced the interiors of the place and painstakingly maintained it to be the best ranch-resort in California.

The Mission Ranch today is one of the most visited places in Carmel. It does not hurt that it is owned by one of the award winning actor-director in Hollywood but the place is quite magnificent and so people who wants a more laid-back type of vacation prefers to stay in the Mission Ranch.

They have 31 rooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzi services. Tennis buffs will have a blast here since they have six championship tennis courts and a fitness gym to accommodate those health aficionados who can’t live without their daily workout.

Dining in Mission Ranch restaurant is an experience quite different from other places. The views are quite spectacular; grazing sheep and the serenity that the ranch is offering is amazing.

It is a good way to relax and forget the toxic, fast paced life in the metropolis. Mission Ranch was originally a 160-hectare property but as time goes by and with 17 previous owners, when Clint Eastwood saw it, the property is only 22 hectares.

It is quite surprising that they really do not charge much but booking a room is not that easy. It would be a wise move if reservations were made early. Check out their site: Mission Ranch for more details.

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In Boston, Massachusetts you will find a place where history meets luxury and where relaxation meets excitement. Hotel 140 is located in a historic 1930’s building amidst all that Boston has to offer. A boutique style hotel, the Hotel 140 offers you the contemporary class and style you would expect from such an establishment with world class amenities and a sense of nostalgia unmatched by any other.

When you step inside this historic beauty you will have available to you an in house theater, The Lyric Stage Company, and the Terra Cotta Cafe making it possible to arrive and sit back and relax without having to rush to find entertainment. The hotel is also home to a bakery, a deli, and four additional restaurants on site. No matter what your tastes may be you are sure to find something appetizing without even having to leave the hotel property.

The Hotel 140 houses 40 contemporary, modern rooms all equipped with armoire, desk, internet, and individual climate control systems. Large, spacious rooms and bathrooms along with tasteful decoration in the rooms give the guest the opportunity to really relax in a home like atmosphere.

At the Hotel 140 you will experience a taste of Boston history with a bit of contemporary flavor and style. Just right for anyone looking to explore the beautiful city.

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The Bernardus Lodge in California’s spectacular Carmel Valley is home to luxury galore in the best of the wine country.  At the Bernardus Lodge you will find yourself in the midst of fabulous wines and gourmet food with all the luxury that you would expect from California.  Upon your arrival at this spectacular establishment you will be welcomed with vintage wine and cheese before being swept off to your extravagant accommodations.

Upon entering your room you will see that every detail has been thought of.  Each guest room features a two person bathtub, separate shower, antique armoire, and stone fireplace.  Fabulous French doors open to a private garden patio or balcony for your viewing enjoyment as well.

Amenities outside your room include a spa and winery on the property making it possible to spend your entire vacation on the beautiful grounds of the resort.  The Bernardus Lodge also features three individual restaurants with delectable choices capable of satisfying the most seasoned palate.

If you are searching for a gourmet vacation, in any aspect, then this is the place where you should be.

http://www.bernardus.com/lodge/index.htm

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Looking for an island retreat but not in the typical island setting?  At Ludlow’s Island Resort in Minnesota you will find exactly that.  The resort is located in Lake Vermilion on Minnesota’s striking and secluded Ludlow Island.  The island is situated in the midst of 10 of the most beautiful lakes in the United States, rated by National Geographic magazine, 1200 miles of shoreline, and 365 individual islands.  For nearly 70 years Ludlow’s has been offering their guest the ultimate in relaxation, style, class, and luxury.

Ludlow’s has a variety of different lodging options available to their guests, making it possible for anyone to find exactly what their looking for.  The Loon’s Nest and Northstar lodges are both nestled inside the original Ludlow family home, adding a little bit of a historical element to your vacation.  These lodges feature breathtaking views, fireplaces, and ultimate privacy.  There are also plenty of options for those guests who are looking for something a bit more simple as well, with 20 additional cabins to choose from.

Amenities at Ludlow’s include your daily paper, firewood, fresh daily towels, movies, robes, and use of paddleboats and canoes.  Here you can truly leave everything home but yourself and your clothes.

Let Ludlow’s take care of every detail of your next vacation and you may find yourself wanting to return over and over again.

http://www.ludlowsresort.com/resort/

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In Stowe, Vermont there exists a 120-acre piece of luxury sure to take even the biggest worries away. With the fresh Vermont mountain air and the style and class that the Topnotch resort has to offer you may find yourself not wanting to go home in the end. Here you will have available to you world class amenities offered by the resort and it’s on site spa. You will find that every detail has been taken into consideration.

The resort is made up of both typical guest rooms that are not so typical. Decorated with a European country manor style and stocked with amenities that will make you feel like royalty, you will soon see why this resort is different from most.

For those who are looking for a little more privacy and even more luxurious accommodations you have the option of staying in one of the resorts fabulous resort homes. These homes come complete with all the amenities the resort has to offer but with the added bonus of a private sundeck where the guest is able to take in the spectacular Vermont views.

However you decide to experience the Topnotch Resort in Stowe, Vermont you are sure to receive the luxury and relaxation that you came searching for.

http://www.topnotchresort.com/resort-overview.php

Would you like to live the life of the rich and famous movie stars?  Do you dream of having the chance to experience starring in your own movie?

Well, if you just have the budget to spend for a stay with the AAA Five-Diamond and Mobil Five-Star hotel awardee, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, that dream might just turn out to be a reality.  It has launched an interesting activity for guests - a special experience where guests can live out the true Beverly Hills lifestyle — from learning surfing to actually acting out in their very own movie!  For $2,500 per day, you can avail of the unique experience of choosing your own Hollywood movie and have the services of Hollywood movie producers and crew film your stay!

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Or if you would like to work “behind cameras”, you can opt for the $225 per person per hour Learn How To Surf program, with Rod Samper as the instructor.  Samper trained celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Tom Cruise and Harrison Ford to surf.  This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes private lessons actually conducted in Malibu, capped with a picnic by the hotel resort’s world-class team of chefs.