Heritage Honeymoon in India: Great Destinations & Attractions

Are you an extremist looking for some different backdrop for your honeymoon? Add in a pinch of romance and mix it with great outdoors and make it grand with India’s rich heritage and there you have a perfectly classy concoction for your honeymoon. A gift of heritage honeymoon in India is the ideal gift with which you can pamper your spouse like a royalty. Envision yourself sipping a fabulous cocktail in a spectacular palace while your beloved swims in the azure waters of the grand swimming pool. Imagine being taken on an overwhelming ride on the elephant back up to a magnificent fort. As you take another turn centuries old edifices and great art work on the walls of historic temples comes to view and to further increase your awe you can also visit some world-applauded UNESCO World Heritage Sites on your India heritage honeymoon plan.

Check with your spouse first and then only you should plan for such a honeymoon, to ensure they are comfortable with the plan and if the answer is yes then consider following destinations for most fascinating heritage honeymoon in India:

Khajuraho- the architectural marvel: Situated in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is renowned for housing the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples. These temples are the ultimate repertoire of art and architecture; with their erotic sculptures and flawless formations are simply awe-inspiring. Steeped in age-old history and bringing alive ancient civilizations these monuments have been rightly listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Majestic Palaces & Forts in Rajasthan: The princely province of Rajasthan in India was ruled by several Mughal and Rajputana rulers and both were great lovers of art and architecture. Establishment of magnificent palaces and forts were built by each successive ruler which exists till today as great reminiscent of kingly rule. On your heritage honeymoon in India soak in the royal charm and visit these splendid completely breathtaking constructions along with your spouse. Romance struck Udaipur is probably one of the best places for a royal treatment; here book yourself in a Maharaja Suite at one of the palace hotels overlooking Lake Pichola and splurge several indulgences offered at the property. Later head embark up on a caparisoned elephant and head for a ride of your life and the scenery will soon change from sand dunes to elegant palaces and more.

Mumbai & UNESCO World Heritage Wealth: Another classic tale of magnificence unleashes at Mumbai the famous capital of province of Maharashtra. Renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves are another heritage sites one can include as part of one’s India heritage honeymoon

The heritage, art and architecture-lovers will find such tours the perfect way to start their blissful married life. These heritage honeymoon in India plans will bring special surprises for your spouse leading to a cheerful holiday ahead.

Hôtel SOFITEL SO BANGKOK by OBA, Christian Lacroix - Bangkok - THAILANDE - Part.1

Voici les 1ères images du SOFITEL SO BANGKOK, deuxième hôtel du label Sofitel So qui, après le SOFITEL SO MAURITIUS Bel Ombre avec le créateur Kenzo Takada, s'offre les services artistiques du couturier français Christian Lacroix. Un hôtel design, conçu en collaboration avec l'architecte Smith Obayawat et 5 designers thaïlandais, qui se décline autour du thème central des 5 éléments: l'eau, la terre, le bois, le métal et le feu...
A découvrir, en attendant un article complet après ouverture!

♣ Ouverture 28 février 2012 ♣

Situé dans le quartier des affaires, du quartier animé et du Parc Lumpini, le Sofitel So Bangkok se positionne comme la nouvelle adresse à la mode de Bangkok.

Thématique du So Bangkok: les 5 éléments

L'eau, la terre, le bois, le métal occupant chacun 4 étages et le feu, se situant au niveau de l'espace restauration principal.

. La "Water Element room", imaginée par Pongthep Sagulku, se caractérise par son originalité avec notamment une baignoire offrant une vue directe sur Bangkok.

. La "Earth Element room", création de Vitoon Kunalungkarn est davatange un hommage à "Mère Nature", avec des murs remplis de peintures thaïlandaises primitives.

. La "Wood Element room", dessinée par Nithi Sthapitanonda, s'oppose à l'atmosphère agitée de la ville, privilégiant un décor propice à la sérénité.

. La "Metal Element room", signée Somchai Jongsaeng, ouvre les portes d'un univers résolument zen avec en guise de décor, une signature épurée: blanc et métal.

La french touch du Sofitel So Bangkok est signée du maître de la Haute Couture française Christian Lacroix, passé coordinateur et directeur artistique pour l'occasion. Il est également intervenu sur la création de l'emblème de l'hôtel "l'arbre de vie", a entièrement décoré le Club Lounge situé au dernier étage, avec 2 immenses fresques ainsi que les uniformes du personnel.

Chambres:

Dernière innovation du So Bangkok: des équipements technologiques dernier cri comme des Apple MacMini disponibles dans chacune des 238 chambres.

Espaces communs:

Parmi les bars et restaurants, le Red Oven, conçu autour d'un imposant fourneau rouge, de la marque française Molteni, illustration parfaite de l'élément feu, propose en direct une cuisine traditionnelle.

Autre curiosité de l'hôtel, le Chocolab, véritable atelier-boutique de chocolats français faits maison, avec  un espace accueillant et confortable pour déguster ces gourmandises.

Le Park Society Restaurant & Bar, lieu magique situé sur le toit, offre une vue imprenable sur Bangkok. Au sein de cet espace, le HI SO est un lieu exclusif composé de bungalows propices à des moments plus intimes.

Pour les adeptes de bien-être, le So Fit (espace de fitness) et le So Spa, inspiré d'une forêt mythologique, vous combleront de joie.

par Smith Obayawat, architecte fondateur de OBA, Pongthep Sagulku de August Design Consultant, Nithi Sthapitanonda, Vitoon Kunalungkarn, Somchai Jongsaeng, Rujiraporn Pia Wanglee de Pia Interior Company Limited, tous les cinq architectes d'intérieur thaïlandais et Christian Lacroix, couturier et créateur français.

Date d'ouverture: 28 février 2012

Hôtel Sofitel So Bangkok *****

2 North Sathorn Road Bangrak

10500 Bangkok

THAILANDE

Tel: (+66)2/6240000

Fax: (+66)2/6240001

H6835@sofitel.com

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Hill Station Honeymoon Packages: Hand-Picked Destinations

Romance in the air, aroma of blossoming roses around and several marriages on the cards means need of quality hill station honeymoon packages comes next. The concept of arranged marriages is still very much in fashion in India and every year thousands of couples tie the knot with their parents’ consent. In such a case couples doesn’t get enough alone time. The newly-wed couples thus find their dream honeymoon destination at gorgeous hill stations of India. Hill station honeymoon is most popular for its incredibly enchanting natural splendor and solace.

India is known for its diverse terrain and the stunning hills are probably its most impressive façade. Mighty Himalayas crown mainly the northern region of the country while rest of the country is studded with several gorgeous hills and mountains. Couples throng these hill stations on honeymoon tours to ignite their romantic life amidst most endearing settings. Most famous hill stations honeymoon destinations in the country are:

Shimla: The homesick British colonizers would evade to the hills of Shimla when tired of the summers of the plains. The capital of Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla was declared summer capital of British Raj in 1864. The town draped in angelic beauty of forests of oak, rhododendron and pine trees with its enchanting snowy winters and delightful summers is a great place to visit and attracts hundreds of loving couples to spend their honeymoon here. Shimla is also exceptionally charming with its neo-gothic architecture and sacred places of worship spread all across.

Ooty: Destinations on your Hill Station Honeymoon may be promising you all the bliss it is incomparable to beauty that Ooty has in offer. It is the renowned hill station established by British in the early 19th century as their summer headquarters and nicknamed ‘Snooty Ooty’ for its unparalleled natural splendor. Single-storey stone cottages, gorgeous gardens, winding lanes and effervescence of eucalyptus and tea estates together create most charming scenery. With its rolling hills and their undulated ways, classy climate and colonial age architecture, Ooty tells a classic tale of beauty and elegance. The entire ambiance evokes romance in the hearts of young couples and they can be spotted taking nature walks hand-in-hand in the woods at Ooty.

Darjeeling: A pretty hamlet with spectacular Himalayan backdrop, Darjeeling in North-Eastern part of the country is where lovers are welcomed with the sweet smell of freshly ripened tea- leaves. Enjoy a lovable ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Railway a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a quaint hill station blessed with angelic beauty and serenity which enchants all.

The above mentioned destinations come to everyone’s mind when picking hill station honeymoon in India. These destinations are amongst the most picked places by honeymooning couples for they can relax and enjoy quality time with their partner for life and bag several memorable moments.

Highlights of Goa Holiday Packages

The land of sun, sand and surf, Goa is at the top of touristy business with its myriad colors of jubilations. Goa holiday packages should be formed meticulously in order to encompass all these highlights of the land popularly known as ‘Ibiza of East’. This zesty town of Goa is well known across borders for its mesmerizing golden beaches, dazzling nightlife, fashion, fiestas, churches and lip-smacking cuisines. Holiday packages of Goa grabs one’s attention in some of the most unexpected ways thus while the nights ends on the sounds of trance, morning rings with the euphoric chimes of church bells. Its colonial age classic architecture is preserved well giving out more reasons to visit its elegant cathedrals.

Balmy beaches and soothing shacks, delicious sea-food and maddening trance, Goa tour packages has a lot to offer. Every visitor on a Goa tour must try hands at the following:

Get a Suntan by the Bay: When in Goa one must live life Goan style and a simple walk on the silvery beaches is the perfect way to capture the breathtaking beauty of the region. Laid-back languidness of these beaches makes sun-bathing most rejuvenating and the company of several small food-vendors is like cherry on the top. Sea side shacks selling delicious Goan sea food is a must for all visitors.

Indulge in Enthralling Water Sports: The high point of most Goa tour packages is the joy-ride of water sports. Goa is the most popular destination amongst adventure lovers for it is here that one can experience that adrenaline rush by indulging in adventure activities such as jet skiing, scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, water bikes, banana boat rides and more.

Explore Colonial Age Cathedrals: Old Goa is most popular for archaic flavor of Christianity for it is here that most of the ancient colonial age cathedrals are well-preserved till date. One can explore beyond lush environs of Goa and find egalitarian white churches which are not only respected religious shrines, but also regarded high for their incredible architectural marvel. Some of these famous churches in Goa are Basillica of Bom Jesus, Chapel of St. Francis Xavier, Church of Our Lady of Rosary and more.

Shop at Peppy Flee Markets: Goa is a paradise for those shopaholics in you. Its fluttering flee markets are from where one can bag some of the most fashionable attires and collect varied forms of curios ranging from gorgeous artificial jewelry to western clothing and more.

Fun at Glitzy Nightclubs: Beach side parties at Goa have always been capable of creating a buzz. Nightlife at Goa has always been the greatest crowd puller and now there are plenty of nightclubs, bars and discotheques which keep the feisty spirit of the town alive throughout.

Right mix of all the above mentioned highlights makes a classic concoction of Goa holiday packages recommended to all the visitors.

Hôtel PUBLIC Chicago by Ian Schrager Company - Chicago - USA

Le légendaire Ambassador East Hotel de Chicago datant de 1926 nous revient rénové et paré de ses plus beaux atouts, sous les traits de l'hôtel PUBLIC Chicago, sous la direction de Ian Schrager, célèbre pour ses nombreux hôtels design de luxe comme le Gramercy Park à New York, le Delano à Miami ou le Mondrian à Los Angeles. Il s'annonce d'ores et déjà comme le 1er d'une nouvelle lignée de boutiques-hôtels, le prochain sera à New-York, où sobriété, élégance, raffinement du design et qualité du service primeront à un prix abordable pour un hôtel de ce standing. Parallèlement, lancement de la chambre à 1$, oui vous ne rêvez pas, alors pourquoi s'en priver?

Un hall d'entrée spacieux avec un meuble de réception signé Christian Liaigre, 5 MacBook Pro, un esprit "self-service" avec une touche humoristique Ian Schrager avec l'horloge géante surnommée Benjamin Button, placée juste derrière le comptoir de la conciergerie, où l'aiguille des minutes se déplace vers l'arrière...

On passe aisément de la bibliothèque au bar à café le jour, au bar à cocktails le soir. Les murs sont recouverts de portraits humoristiques par le photographe hollandais Hendrik Kerstens, dans le style Vermeer, sauf qu'au lieu de porter des boucles d'oreilles en perles, les modèles portent des bigoudis en canettes de Coca-Cola... Des salons hip & cosy, chaleureux et conviviaux avec un feu de cheminée et des jeux de société à volonté.

Pump Room, bar et restaurant:

La Pump Room, autrefois lieu de rencontre favori des stars telles que Marilyn Monroe et Humphrey Bogart, est aujourd'hui dominé par "la constellation", un système aérien d'éclairage composé d'une centaine de globes en résine attachés à différents points.

La restauration reste simple, délicieuse, saine, un mélange de plats populaires à New York, concoctés de main de maître par Jean-Georges Vongerichten, à des prix raisonnables.

285 chambres dont 1/3 de suites, toutes simples, sans fioritures excessives. Les murs sont juste agrémentés d'un écran plat, d'une horloge grand format et d'une série de photos signées Jean-Baptiste Mondino (photos de vaches, clin d'oeil au marché de viande célèbre de Chicago). Pas de surconsommation dans le mini bar, room service livré dans un sac en papier, non sur un plateau d'argent, ici, on pousse plutôt les prix vers le bas. Wifi gratuit.

par Anda Andrei, directrice design chez Ian Schrager Company.

Date d'ouverture: octobre 2011

Hôtel PUBLIC Chicago ****

1301 North State Parkway,

Chicago, IL 60810

USA

Tel: +1 312 787 3700

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