World Resorts of Distinction now representing the Coco Collection Maldives

World Resorts of Distinction have added the Coco Collection in the Republic of the Maldives to its exclusive line of hotels.

Located just 40-minutes away from Male International Airport, the Coco Collection is an ideal getaway for vacationers, honeymooners and divers alike. The collection features a range of high end boutique resorts – including the new 5 star Coco Palm Bodu Hithi on the North Male Atoll.

The Coco Palm Bodu Hithi offers 100 luxurious beachfront and over-water villas, complete with private swimming pools. The rooms are not only spacious but also come with modern luxuries such as flat screen televisions, DVD players, music systems and a Wi-Fi internet connection

Guests staying at the luxurious resort are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to dining. In addition to five restaurants, two bars and in-villa dining options, guests can also take advantage of the unique ‘Events’ facility for a private and tailor-made function on the beach.

The Coco Collection also includes the flagship Palm Dhuni Kolhu resort which is located in the Baa Atoll. This resort has remained a popular option with travellers since it first.

AitkenSpence Resorts first to achieve ISO 22000: 2005 Standard in the Maldives

Four of the AitkenSpence Resorts (Adaaran) have become the first resorts in the Maldives to achieve the prestigious ISO 22000/HACCP standard, according to its General Manager Operations Nimal Sangakkara.

This was announced at a gathering held at the ADAARAN Resort of Hudhuran Fushi last week which was attended by Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation Dr. Mahmoodh Shaughee, Managing Director of internationally Accredited certification body SGS Mr. Claude Lanohe, Vice Chairman of ADAARAN Resorts Rajan Brito and CEO of ADAARAN Resorts, Chethya Perera.

The ISO 22000/HACCP (Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points) standard was received by Adaaran club Rannalhi, Adaaran Select Meedhupparu, Adaaran ayurveda village and Adaaran prestige Water Villas. “Such an achievement demonstrates the superior level of service of the resorts in the Maldives which is at par with international standards in rest of the world.

Resorts in the Maldives often receive various international awards for their excellent service; but it’s the first time that a resort in the Maldives has received an award in relation to food safety and food quality standards,” Sangakkara said in a press release.Earlier this year, ADAARAN Resorts inaugurated its Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Studies Campus at ADAARAN Centre for Hospitality Studies in Hudhuran Fushi which fully sponsors all the costs of students who study at their campus.

Luxury tents pitched in Maldives

Luxury hotel group Banyan Tree has opened an exclusive property in the Maldives that features just six private tented pool villas. Each villa at the Banyan Tree Maldives Madivaru occupies 264m² and comprises three tents featuring a living area, bedroom, bathroom, outdoor deck, a private plunge pool and two sundecks, as well as two outdoor showers.

Island hosts are on hand round-the-clock providing personalised valet services and activities including day trips and marine activities.

Guests can travel from the airport to the property on Banyan Velaa, a private 30-metre flagged double-mast yacht. Banyan Tree Maldives Madivaru is ideal for romantic getaways for couples, but the entire island can be booked for families, groups and top-end meetings or incentives.

Naladhu, Maldives - 'Hottest' in Conde Nast Traveler 'Hot List'

Naladhu, Maldives, has been named one of the world's hottest new resorts by Conde Nast Traveler in the 2007 "Hot List". The list, featured in the May edition, comprises 138 hotels, and Naladhu, Maldives is the one of the "Hottest" new properties worldwide.

The Conde Nast Traveler Hot List recognizes hotels and resorts for design, service and ambiance, making it one of the most coveted designations. Each year, an anonymous group of writers evaluates new hotels and resorts around the world for the publication. Naladhu was chosen as one of only 138 properties whose offering surpass expectations. Of the chosen properties, each is awarded a "Hot", "Hotter" or "Hottest" title, Naladhu, Maldives claimed the position as "Hottest" in the magazine's listing.

Naladhu has captured the elegant aesthetics of a slightly colonial era, with hints of Sri Lankan regality in its design. However, the resort also proffers every modern convenience imaginable to the luxury traveller. Naladhu means "pretty little island", and each of the exclusive 19 Houses - each named after a Maldivian plant - has been designed to make every guest's wish become reality.

Visiting Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa’s ‘Mother City’, has become one of the top travel and tourism destinations on the planet.If you haven’t been to Cape Town before you may be wondering what makes this city so special.

Cape Town holidays are days spent hiking up rugged mountains, lazing on pristine beaches and visiting numerous sites – from naturally beautiful spaces to fascinating cultural places.For those who enjoy their vacation served up with plenty of action and adventure, Cape Town is brimming with activities to suit everyone.From abseiling to whale watching, whether you want to explore the Cape by Air, Sea or Land, you will never run out of things to do in Cape Town.

Book Cape Town accommodation, Cape Town car hire, flights and activities today and plan the holiday of a lifetime basing yourself at one of our top Cape Town hotels.Once you’ve visited Cape Town you’ll be planning your next visit before you land back home!

Koh Samui Hotel Guide

Thailand is Asia's one of the fastest growing travel destination. Thailand offer many luxury hotels including top class city hotels to luxury beach resorts to its visitors. Koh Samuel is particularly popular among the travelers.

Many online sites such Koh Samui Guide give extensive details of wonderful resorts in Koh Samui. Tropical beaches of Koh Samui islands are widely regarded as the Thailand's premier holiday destination. Unlike many other beaches in Thailand, Koh Samui beaches are unspoiled. Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand, about 35km northeast of Surat Thani town. It is surrounded by about sixty other islands, most of which comprise the Ang Thong National Marine Park.

There are plenty of good beaches in Samui Islands including the worlds famous Big Buddha Beach also know as Bangkok beach. It is the easternmost of three touristically developed beaches on the north coast of Ko Samui. The most important attraction of the beach is a giant Buddha statue

Visiting Canada - Where to Stay?

Canada is one fo the most beautiful country in the world. With many great hotels offering excellent service, Canada is regarded as one of the leading tourist destination in the world. The mountain areas are particularly popular among the visitors.

Banff is one of the world's premier mountain resorts thanks to world-class ski trails, magnificent scenery, multi-star lodging and dining options, night-life ranging from the raucous to the refined, and limitless opportunities for adventure winter and summer. A stay in Banff Hotel is a dream come true.

There many top class hotels in Banff. Among them is Aspen Lodge which is located one block from downtown Banff and three miles from skiing. It is situated amidst the majestic Rockies with a Restaurant and Hot Tub on site and only a three minute walk to shopping, dining and museums.

Real Estate properties in Spain and Europe

It is not a surprise that many top quality property sales online websites include a dedicated section for Spanish property listings. Spanish properties are among the most expensive in Europe. Spain has a wide range properties to suit your needs. When people think of Spain they normally have things in mind like sun, beaches and just a good time without spending too much money. But while there definitely is nothing wrong in this, Spain offers much more to its residents and visitors.

Living in Spain is best if you choose to live Spanish-way. Spanish way of life is so much more relaxing and somewhat slower than in many other countries, especially in the South of Spain.

Apart from Spain you can choose to stay in neighboring Italy for wonderful holiday. There are thousands of private holiday homes available in Italy for reasonable prices. Vacationing in Italy is a dream come true for so many people from around the world. Italy property listings are now easy to find.

When you are ready for that once in a lifetime experience of an Italian vacation, consider a private home rental for your source of lodging. Hotels can be nice, but staying in a private home rented for the occasion can give you a chance to see the real Italy.