http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog Pages of travel tales gathered from visits to hotels, hammams, beaches, boutiques, bars and everything luxurious in between Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:00:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/michael-jacksons-most-memorable-hotel-visits/2333 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/michael-jacksons-most-memorable-hotel-visits/2333#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:05:46 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=2333 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/michael-jacksons-most-memorable-hotel-visits/2333/feed 4 Today marks the one year death anniversary of Michael Jackson. Here is one of our most popular articles written last year on the King of Pop’s most memorable and zany hotel visits. Michael Jackson will be sorely missed by all of us here at Kiwi Collection…but will he be missed by all of our hotels? [...] michael http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/celebrate-love-in-nairobi-with-tribe-%e2%80%93-the-village-market-hotel/6390 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/celebrate-love-in-nairobi-with-tribe-%e2%80%93-the-village-market-hotel/6390#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:00:19 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6390 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/celebrate-love-in-nairobi-with-tribe-%e2%80%93-the-village-market-hotel/6390/feed 0 Exotic and romantic, Nairobi is an adventurous place to visit. If your sweetheart appreciates the wild side of life, a romantic jaunt to Kenya might be the perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day this year. As luck would have it, one of our most luxurious hotels in Nairobi is having an exclusive offer this Valentine’s [...] tribe-the-village-market-hotel_6949_09 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/sooke-harbour-house-on-vancouver-island-perfect-for-weddings/6292 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/sooke-harbour-house-on-vancouver-island-perfect-for-weddings/6292#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:00:47 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6292 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/sooke-harbour-house-on-vancouver-island-perfect-for-weddings/6292/feed 1 Known for its romantic atmosphere, Sooke Harbour House is definitely the perfect spot for a wedding, or even a quick romantic escapade. This 28-room boutique inn overlooks the Olympic Mountains across the Strait of Juan de Fuca. All rooms have excellent views of the Ocean, and you’ll be able to enjoy this west coast paradise [...] Sooke Harbour House in Victoria http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/nothing%e2%80%99s-more-romantic-than-a-february-beach-getaway/6311 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/nothing%e2%80%99s-more-romantic-than-a-february-beach-getaway/6311#comments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 09:00:22 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6311 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/nothing%e2%80%99s-more-romantic-than-a-february-beach-getaway/6311/feed 0 There’s no better time to make an escape to the Caribbean than February. It’s cold and miserable in most northern countries, but beautiful and warm in Barbados. Luckily for sun seekers, one of our excellent resorts in Barbados has a great Valentine’s Day package that’s good for the whole month. Guests at the Fairmont Royal [...] The Fairmont in Barbados http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/spend-valentines-day-with-your-sweetheart-in-luxury/6294 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/spend-valentines-day-with-your-sweetheart-in-luxury/6294#comments Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:00:11 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6294 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/spend-valentines-day-with-your-sweetheart-in-luxury/6294/feed 0 Some of the world’s top hotels are offering great, romantic Valentine’s Day specials this year! Check them out! Es Saadi Palace & Villas: Come and escape this Valentine’s day to the exotic Moroccan gardens at Es Saadi Palace & Villas, an eight hectare park right in the heart of Marrakesh. With their Valentine’s Day Weekend [...] Es Saadi Garden Resort http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/see-the-turks-and-caicos-from-a-stunning-penthouse/6263 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/see-the-turks-and-caicos-from-a-stunning-penthouse/6263#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:20:04 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6263 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/see-the-turks-and-caicos-from-a-stunning-penthouse/6263/feed 0 The best time to visit the Turks and Caicos in the Caribbean is the winter time. The winds are lower, the sun is shining and it’s gorgeously warm (but not too hot!). For seekers of a luxurious boutique experience in the Turks and Caicos, a stay at Grace Bay Club may be in order. This [...] Grabe Bay Club Pool Area http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/abama-golf-and-spa-resort-to-host-abama-pro-am-golf-tournament/6149 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/abama-golf-and-spa-resort-to-host-abama-pro-am-golf-tournament/6149#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:00:06 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6149 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/abama-golf-and-spa-resort-to-host-abama-pro-am-golf-tournament/6149/feed 0 To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Abama Golf and Spa Resort on the beautiful Spanish island of Tenerife is hosting the first annual ABAMA PRO-AM Golf Tournament. The tournament will take place from February 12 to February 13, 2010. Check Availability Cash prizes will be awarded to professional players and prizes for amateurs include stays at [...] Pool at Abama Golf and Spa Resort, Tenerife http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/pan-pacific-vancouver-is-perfect-for-great-views/6137 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/pan-pacific-vancouver-is-perfect-for-great-views/6137#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:00:48 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6137 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/pan-pacific-vancouver-is-perfect-for-great-views/6137/feed 0 Check Availability If stunning views of the mountains and ocean are what you’re looking for on your next trip to Vancouver, than the Pan Pacific Vancouver is definitely for you. Perched on a peer that reaches directly out to the Ocean, this hotel is one of the city’s major landmarks. You’ll recognize the Pan Pacific [...] The Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/intercontinental-bali-resort-one-of-indonesias-finest/6108 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/intercontinental-bali-resort-one-of-indonesias-finest/6108#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2010 09:00:46 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6108 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/intercontinental-bali-resort-one-of-indonesias-finest/6108/feed 0 Bali is one of the world’s most beautiful beach destinations. If you’re planning a romantic beach vacation in Indonesia this year, consider a stay at Intercontinental Bali Resort. Check Availability Blending traditional Balinese architecture and style with all of the modern amenities of today, Intercontinental Bali is a luxurious getaway right on Bali’s southern coastline [...] intercontinental-resort-bali_3474_06 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/get-a-great-view-of-bangkok-from-lebua-hotel-at-state-tower/6050 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/get-a-great-view-of-bangkok-from-lebua-hotel-at-state-tower/6050#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:00:58 +0000 Melissa Mewdell http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/?p=6050 http://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/get-a-great-view-of-bangkok-from-lebua-hotel-at-state-tower/6050/feed 3 Found near the Chao Phraya River, Lebua Hotel at State Tower is one of Bangkok’s most luxurious hotels. Stay here if you’re traveling to Bangkok on business, or if you’re a huge foodie. Check Availability Bangkok is one of Thailand’s most fascinating cities. Here, visitors get a true window into Thai life. Colourful, gritty and [...] lebua-at-state-tower_3525_08