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Exquisite Hotels &
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VIRTUOSO,
RELAIS & CHATEAUX PROPERTIES |
Moira Fitzpatrick
M.F. Consultants Inc.
1190 Melville Street,
Suite 507,
Vancouver, BC V6E 3W1
Tel: 604-602-1282
Fax: 604-681-3545
mfcons@bismail.com |
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CHATEAU DE LA CHÈVRE DOR
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Perched high above the
Mediterranean along the Cote d'Azure in the medieval hilltop village
of Eze, this unique 4-star hotel with its cluster of picturesque
houses and sun-drenched garden terraces resides just 20 minutes
drive from Nice. Among the best in Europe, the 40-room/suite Chèvre
d'Or was voted the #1 hotel in France and #2 in Europe in Conde
Nast's 2005 Gold List, and #3 in Europe in Conde Nasts's 2004
Readers' Choice Awards.
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Dining:
the gastronomique two-Michelin star La Chèvre d'Or and the more
casual Les Remparts with their stunning views of the
Mediterranean; Le Grill du Chateau serving traditional French
cuisine in the village; La Coast serving guests at sea level in
the village of Villefranche;
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Facilities:
Guests may enjoy private gardens, heated swimming pool, fitness
club, Hammam, sauna, Jacuzzi, private room for banquets or
meetings and the use of tennis courts.
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Packages:
Escapades
Around Èze
includes two nights accommodation, continental breakfasts, lunch
for two at gourmet Les Chèvre d'Or, visit to Exotic Garden of Èze,
flowers in room and welcome gift.
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Spring Activities:
The picturesque village of Èze with its
steep narrow streets offers perfumeries, galleries, boutiques and
an exotic hilltop botanic garden. Nearby activities include
golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, diving
and horseback riding/polo.
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CHATEAU DE LA CHÈVRE
D'OR
(www.chevredor.com)was
ranked # 3 among the Top Ten European Hotels by Conde Nast. (Virtuoso
member)
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Hillside Accommodation
Chateau de La Chèvre d'Or is part of the medieval village of
Èze and comprises a collection of restored stone village
houses clustered around the Chateau and hugging the outer rim
of the steep hillside. Interspersed among the hillside houses
are gorgeous garden terraces with fountains, benches,
waterfalls and ponds, olive trees, and exotic plantings of
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Dining Choices
The world-class 2-Michelin star restaurant La Chèvre d'Or,
located in the highest point of the hotel, offers a stunning
270-degree view of the Mediterranean. This gastronomic
restaurant features fine vintage wines and collections of
cognacs and armagnacs. Recognizing that variety is the spice
of life, the hotel offers guests three other restaurants:
during summer months, the scenic terrace of the bar Les
Ramparts serves breakfast and lunch; in the village, Le Grill
du Chateau offers traditional French cuisine; and on the
shores of Villefranche-sur-Mer, Le Coast features Italian
tapas.
Facilities & Activities
La
Chèvre d'Or offers a lounge bar with panoramic terrace, a
private room with fabulous sea views for banquets and
seminars, private gardens, heated swimming pool, modern gym
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Most visitors workout with a walk through the steep village
streets past perfumeries, shops selling aromatic spices, and
numerous galleries and boutiques. Near the top of the hill, an
exotic botanic garden surrounds the remnants of an ancient
chateau. Wandering back down the Avenue du Jardin Exotique,
visitors come across the Friedrich-Nietzsche path that winds
all the way down to the ocean at Èze bord-de-mer.
Visitors wanting more recreation can choose from golfing (10
kms),
hiking, biking, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, diving,
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GLENAPP CASTLE
(www.glenappcastle.com)
Set on the
southwestern coast of Scotland, this lovingly restored Victorian
castle with its turrets and embattlements resides on a sweeping
hillside affording stunning views of the Irish Sea and nearby
misty isles. Recipient of Michelin's 4 red turrets, the
17-room/suite castle offers a 30-acre private garden, perfect
for a springtime stroll or springtime wedding in the castle
church.
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Dining: While
watching the sunset over Ailsa Craig and the Mull of Kintyre,
guests may linger over sumptuous six-course dinners in two
dining rooms.
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Facilities: The
castle and grounds are available for exclusive use, catering
to a maximum of 34 guests.
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Packages: Daily
exclusive-use rates for 2005 include all meals, (breakfast,
light luncheon, afternoon tea and dinner). All-inclusive
charges start at CDN$11,806; US$9545 for up to eight guests;
additional guests sharing dbl each cost CDN$390; US$315.
Glenapp can provide music a Scottish piper, 12-piece fiddle
orchestra, a string quartet or a folk singer and
entertainment ranging from traditional Scottish banquets and
Burns Suppers to whiskey and wine tasting, ceilidhs (parties
with dancing) and highland dancing.
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Activities: Guests
have a choice of croquet or tennis at the castle, and nearby,
they can try trout fishing, sailing, wind surfing, hiking,
biking, horseback riding, pheasant hunting, trap shooting or
golf at the renowned Royal Troon or Turnberry courses.
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HOTEL LE GERMAIN (www.germaintoronto.com)
A
stylish jewel of modern architecture and design, this upscale
hotel resides in the heart of Toronto's entertainment district,
a vibrant quarter boasting the third largest theatre scene in
the world. Offering the ultimate in contemporary comfort and
personalized service, this 122-room boutique hotel made Conde
Nast Traveler's 2004 Hot List of the 50 Coolest New Hotels from
around the World.
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Dining: Luce, a
high-end Italian restaurant serving modern Italian cuisine, is
located in the hotel. Room rates include a breakfast buffet
with cappuccino.
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Facilities: The
hotel offers a fitness facility, massage room, lounge, plus
library with fireplace and complimentary cappuccino bar.
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Packages: The
hotel's Getaway for Two
includes two nights accommodation, two breakfasts in
bed and two massages.
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Activities: Close
to the hotel are the world's third largest theatre district,
restaurants, shops, boutiques, galleries, professional sports
venues, late-night entertainment, CN Tower and more
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HOTEL LE GERMAIN
(www.germaintoronto.com),
Toronto, ON,
made Conde Nast Traveler's 2004 Hot List of the 50 Coolest New
Hotels from around the World.
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POST HOTEL & SPA
(www.posthotel.com)
Situated
snugly
in the heart of the Canadian Rockies in Lake Louise, Alberta,
along the Pipestone River, this world-class 96 room/suite alpine
resort offers superb spring skiing and sightseeing. The Post
was voted the #1 hotel in Canada by
Conde Nast's 2004 Readers Choice Awards. It was also voted #1
in Canada and #1 for Service and Food in The Americas in Conde
Nast's 2005 Gold List.
In 2003 & 2004 The Post received Wine Spectator's prestigious
Grand Award.
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Dining:
The Post Hotel Restaurant
was ranked #1 in The Americas in Conde Nast's 2005 Gold List,
and #3 in Gourmet Magazine's Best Rustic Retreat in the World.
This renowned restaurant features fresh market cuisine
complemented by an award-winning wine cellar.
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Facilities:
After a day on the slopes, guests enjoy the swimming pool,
whirlpool, steam room; fireside lounge and pub; a new spa is
scheduled to open in 2005.
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Spring Activities:
One of the world's most
magnificent settings offers premier year-round recreation,
including spring skiing, heli-skiing, skating, dog-sledding,
snowshoeing and more
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THE WICKANINNISH INN (www.wickinn.com)
Spectacularly located on a
promontory jutting into the Pacific Ocean on Vancouver Island's
rugged West Coast, the Inn offers breathtaking ocean views and
award-winning cuisine. With the mildest climate in Canada,
springtime offers a mix of warm rains, sunny skies and the
annual gray whale migration. This unique 75 room/suite resort is
consistently voted among the top resorts in Canada. The Inn was
ranked #1 in T+L Magazine's 2005 Top 500 Hotels in the World,
and #5 in Conde Nast's 2004 Readers Choice Awards.
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Dining:
The Pointe Restaurant and
On-the-Rocks Lounge, featuring a 240-degree view of the
pounding Pacific, combines fresh seafood, local produce and
superb regional wines. It was previously voted #2 in the
Continental US & Canada in T+L's World's Best Restaurants for
Resorts & Inns.
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Facilities:
Guests rejuvenate in the
full-treatment Ancient
Cedars Aveda Spa.
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Packages:
The
Gourmet Trail
Package for two includes one-night accommodation, a
four-course gourmet dinner (alcohol not included), full
breakfast, including latte and juice, and a gourmet picnic
lunch.
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Spring Activities:
Guests may participate in
whale watching, fishing, beachcombing, sea kayaking, surfing,
scuba diving, golf, rainforest walks, First Nations
experiences, guided mountain bike tours and more.
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THE AERIE (www.aerie.bc.ca)
Perched high in the
coastal mountains of Vancouver Island, BC, with eagle-eye views
of the Pacific Ocean and Gulf Islands, this elegant 35
room/suite Mediterranean-style resort with its new Villa Cielo
offers a perfect setting for a romantic springtime retreat.
Consistently rated among the top resorts in Canada, The Aerie
was voted #5 in Conde Nast's 2004 Readers Choice Awards, and
among the top 15 in Conde Nast's 2005 Gold List. In previous
years it was voted the top resort in Canada and the US.
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Dining: This gastronomic
resort that applies traditional French techniques with a West
Coast twist to local produce, game and seafood was voted #1 in
the Food in Americas category by Conde Nast readers in 2003.
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Packages: The two-night
Rendezvous
for Two
includes suite accommodation, welcome fresh fruit and cookie
tray, one-hour ensuite massage for two, a five-course dinner
and full gourmet breakfasts each morning.
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Facilities: Guests enjoy a
Spa & Wellness Centre, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts,
gym, hiking & walking trails, bird watching, croquet,
horseshoes and Bocce.
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Spring Activities: The
resort offers Gourmet Farm Tours starting in May. Sightseeing,
including tours to the world famous Butchart Gardens bursting
with spring bulbs and blossoms, whale watching, fishing,
sailing, golfing, hiking, biking and more are available close
by.
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Adding to the accolades,
Conde Nast's Readers' Choice Awards ranked Vancouver and Victoria, BC,
#1 and #2 among the Top Five Cities in The Americas, and Vancouver
Island #1 among the Top Ten North American Islands. We represent six
inviting properties in these award-winning areas. I would encourage you
to visit these exciting destinations and recommend them to your clients.
All in all, it has been
a stunning year for successes a fitting reward for all the
inspiration and collaboration of those involved in the operation,
management and marketing of these superior resorts and hotels. I hope
you will share these successes with your clients.
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OTHER PROPERTIES REPRESENTED BY MOIRA
FITZPATRICK OF EXQUISITE HOTELS & RESORTS |
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HOTEL HOFFMEISTER
(www.hoffmeister.cz)
This restored family mansion located in the heart
of Prague, reflects the charm, history and romance of this
magical, musical city. The 41-room/suite Hoffmeister features
original art in every room, art-deco furnishings, and a
remarkable collection of Adolf Hoffmeister's caricature
portraits. In addition to enjoying the cherry blossoms, spring
visitors will want to attend the famous Prague Spring
International Music Festival that features classical music and
opera performed in many of Prague's fairytale churches and
castles during the month of May.
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Dining: The
recently refurbished Restaurant ADA features French-influenced
international cuisine, traditional Czech food and spa cuisine.
The RIA cafi serves casual fare on the terrace, weather
permitting. The hotel bar specializes in Czech and Moravian
wines.
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Facilities: The
hotel features a new
Gothic-style Cave Spa and Wellness Center, the first of its
kind in Prague, plus a wine cellar and tasting caves.
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Packages: The
Medieval Meets Modern
package includes 3-nights accommodation, tickets for an opera
or concert, 3-day entrance pass to main monuments, 3-day pass
for public transportation, 3-hour private guided tour of
historical Prague, spa treatment, 5-course Czech meal, welcome
drink and gift, and daily breakfasts.
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Activities:
Visitors will enjoy shopping, cultural attractions,
sightseeing tours, musical concerts, and more.
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MORRISON HOUSE (www.morrisonhouse.com)
Elegantly decorated with authentic Federal period reproductions,
this small stately hotel resides just three miles from Regan
International Airport, inside the Washington, DC beltway. The
45-room/suite hotel is ideally situated for visitors attending
the areas annual cherry blossom festivities street festivals,
music, dance, kite flying, origami, dinner cruises, parade, and
more from March 26 - April 9. Morrison House was listed in Conde
Nast's 2005 Gold List, and in T +L's 2005 list of 500 of World's
Best Hotels.
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Dining: Hotel
dining features the Grille Room, which offers relaxed American
fine dining, an extensive wine list and piano bar. Elegant
private dining is also available for social and corporate
groups.
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Facilities: The
hotel provides complimentary high-speed wireless or wired
internet access, a complimentary business centre, two on-site
meeting rooms (totaling 2,000 sq ft), group accommodation and
more. It also hosts off-site meetings for groups of 26-350 at
historical facilities close to the hotel.
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Packages: The
Essential Morrison
package for two includes one-night accommodation, welcome
amenity, four-course dinner, two flights of wine and full
breakfast.
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Spring Activities:
Besides the annual Cherry Blossom Festival, visitors may
stroll the streets of Alexandrias historic Old Town with its
art galleries and antique shops or tour the museums, monuments
and other attractions of the Washington, DC area.
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TERMINAL CITY TOWER HOTEL
(www.tctowerhotel.com)
 Providing
all the privileges and amenities of Vancouver's most exclusive private
club, this 60-room/suite hotel with panoramic views of the harbor,
Stanley Park and the mountains, resides in the #1 ranked city in North
America, according to the recent Conde Nast Readers' Choice Awards.
Close to cruise ship terminals and Vancouver's financial district, the
hotel is ideal for Alaska Cruise passengers and business travelers.
Dressed in Victorian finery, Terminal City offers fine and casual
dining, a lounge, pub, meeting rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center,
swimming pool, massage therapy, billiards, games and reading rooms.
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SUNSET INN & SUITES (www.sunsetinn.com)
Located in a quiet, residential neighbourhood in the city's
vibrant West End, this friendly, family-owned hotel is the best
kept secret in downtown Vancouver voted the #1 city in North
America in Conde Nast's 2004 Readers Choice Awards. The
50-suite hotel offers spacious suites with fully equipped
kitchens, private balconies with views, and two floors of
totally refurbished executive suites. The Sunset is conveniently
located for the city's cherry blossom tours, which feature
thousands of cherry trees, 18 varieties in all, throughout city
parks, gardens and streets.
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Facilities: Complimentary
gated parking and wireless high-speed internet access are
available.
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Packages: The
Vancouver Museum offers cherry blossom tours every Sunday
morning over four weeks. Tours view the blossoms and visit Dr.
Sun-Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden.
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Activities: The
hotel resides within walking distance of world famous Stanley
Park, trendy Robson St. shopping and Granville Island,
recently named the best neighborhood in North America by a New
York-based community development organization. Also nearby are
beaches, sea walks, professional sports venues, theatres,
shopping and restaurants.
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EXECUTIVE HOUSE HOTEL (www.executivehouse.com)
This 179-room/suite boutique hotel resides in the heart of
charming downtown Victoria, BC, ranked the #2 city in North
America by the recent Conde Nast Readers Choice Awards. Famous
for its gardens, Victoria is beautifully decked out with bulbs
and blossoms in spring. Visitors flock to the world-famous
Butchart Gardens.
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Dining: Guests may
choose from the hotels first-class restaurant Barkley's Steak
& Seafood House, casual dining at Bartholomew's Bar & Grille,
Doubles Oyster Bar and a delightful coffee bar Caffi d'Amore.
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Facilities: A
fitness center and meeting rooms are available for guests.
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Packages: The
hotel offers a wide range of golf and eco adventure packages.
An ideal spring eco-adventure package includes two nights
accommodation, one day of whale watching and a day of hiking
in the rainforest.
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Activities:
Executive House appeals to visitors who want to combine
shopping and sightseeing with golf and eco-adventure,
including whale watching, sea kayaking, fishing, hiking and
biking.
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TAUCA LEA RESORT & SPA (www.taucalearesort.com)
Cradled among towering evergreens on a connected island on
Vancouver Island's west coast, this 80-suite getaway resort
offers ocean views and outdoor activities.
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Dining: The Boat
Basin Restaurant uses fresh seafood and local produce to
create West Coast dishes with Asian fusion.
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Facilities: The
resort features a full-service rejuvenating spa.
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Packages:
Tauca Lea is currently offering five nights for
the price of three (no breakfasts included). The
Couples Bliss-Out
Weekend package includes two
nights accommodation, three-course gourmet dinner, mini
facial, Rainforest Bath, aromatherapy massage and spa gift.
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Activities: The
resort offers beachcombing, wildlife viewing, sea kayaking,
scuba diving, sport fishing, surfing, whale watching, golf,
hiking, biking, native and local art galleries and more.
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Should you require
further information on our destinations or travel to the resorts, please
let us know. We would be happy to send you updated brochures and
information, and urge you to share this information with your many
colleagues and clients. Thank you for your support, and do let us know
if you have any new or existing bookings, so that we can extend VIP
status to your clients. For further information contact Moira
Fitzpatrick of Exquisite Hotels & Resorts at 1-604-602-1282 or
mfcons@bismail.com. |
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