Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort is an exclusive resort and member of Virtuoso, Leading Hotels of the World.

Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort has also been certified as a prestigious Leading Spas and Leading Golf from the Leading Hotel Brand.

Located in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma region of Italy, Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort can be found in the medieval village of Saturnia.

The luxury Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort features 140 guestrooms, including 80 Junior Suites and two Grand Suites, state-of-the-art spa with 53 treatment rooms, two restaurants, an Aldo Coppola Hair Salon, a conference center with meeting room for up to 250 people.

Also there are six outdoor pools and an indoor pool, a replica of a traditional Roman bath house, fitness center, tennis court, practice green, Cruciani Luxury Cashmere, Spa Boutique, Spa Cafe and an art gallery.

In addition, Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort opened a championship golf course in spring 2008, designed by renowned architect Ronald Fream that allows golfers to take in the spectacular Tuscan setting.

A true medical spa with a staff of hydrotherapy treatments based on the area’s unique thermal waters which date back to the Etruscan period.

The 3,000-year-old thermal pool has been flowing continuously into the natural crater nestled at the center of the resort, containing precious minerals and salts which were found to have healing effects on aches and pains of the ancient Romans.

Terme di Saturnia recently unveiled six Blackrose Spa Suites, which serve as an “ultra-exclusive spa within a spa,” featuring signature treatments and therapies.

The suites feature black oak paneling, small traces of blue hues and pockets of natural sunlight and each detail has been carefully studied and paired to create a harmonious whole.

The Blackrose Spa officially opened in spring 2009, and treatments in the luxury suites range in rates from € 200 to € 300.

For additional information on the Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort, please visit – http://www.termedisaturnia.it/en/

England’s historic region of Yorkshire, has long been renowned as one of the country’s greenest regions, offering a wide variety of amazing sites and key attractions.

Yorkshire has often called God’s Own County due to its vast stretches of unspoiled countryside, Yorkshire is England’s largest county covering the cities of York, Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford and Hull.

Ten Top Reasons to See Yorkshire in 2010 and 2011

1. On Location in Yorkshire – Discover Harry Potter’s England

The stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park will be seen by millions of people all over the world in the new Harry Potter film, The Deathly Hallows, due for release in 2010. Film lovers will have previously spotted Yorkshire’s charms in the first two Harry Potter films which feature Goathland train station, North York Moors National Park, as the bewitching Hogsmeade Station. The picturesque countryside station is almost unchanged since its construction in 1865.

Be Inspired by Yorkshire’s Famous Literary Sisters
One of the world’s most famous love stories, Wuthering Heights is set to hit the big screen in 2011. Those searching for the real experience should seek out the dramatic landscapes that inspired Emily Brontë’s Gothic masterpiece in Yorkshire’s Brontë Country. Experience the wild moors of this dark and passionate tale of love and loss and climb Top Withins where a tumbledown building is thought to have inspired descriptions of Wuthering Heights.

2. Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa – York’s First Five Star Hotel
Cedar Court Grand Hotel & Spa last month opened its doors to guests, bringing five star hospitality to York. The building, which was constructed in 1906 for the North Eastern Railway Company, is one of the city’s most iconic buildings and it is simply beautiful. The Grand Hotel evokes the golden age of travel, reaching back to the opulence and luxury that people experienced on the Orient Express or Queen Mary, recreated with contemporary flourishes.

3. York Festival of Food and Drink 17 – 26 September
The annual York Food and Drink Festival is the largest event of its kind in the UK and a massive showcase for Yorkshire growers and retailers. For ten days food takes over as the city hosts an extravaganza of specialist markets, chef demonstrations, themed dinners, cookery classes, restaurant meal deals and numerous special events.

4. Yorkshire Gardens
In a bid to promote the region’s vast array of stunning gardens, Yorkshire had its own garden at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. ‘Welcome to Yorkshire’s Rhubarb Crumble and Custard Garden’ used edible themes to highlight the diversity of the region’s food offering and will be on show at this year’s Great Yorkshire Show (July 13-15) before it is relocated to RHS Harlow Carr, Harrogate. RHS Chelsea Flower Show was also the launch pad for the new Yorkshire Gardens campaign, highlighting more than 60 gardens that are open to visitors, from secret gardens to grand stately home landscapes, from mazes to wildflower meadows. (www.yorkshire.com/gardens<http://www.yorkshire.com/gardens>)

5. Yorkshire Pass
The Yorkshire Pass is the UK’s first regional sightseeing pass, offering entry to 75 fabulous attractions, and is available as a one, two, three or six day pass. The crown jewels of Yorkshire’s attractions include world heritage sites (Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal), world firsts (The Deep, a submarium), world famous historic houses (Castle Howard and York Minster) and royal castles (Conisbrough Castle.) (www.yorkshirepass.com<http://www.yorkshirepass.com>)

6. Welcome to Yorkshire Michelin Star Experience
Celebrating Yorkshire’s six Michelin Star restaurants, Welcome to Yorkshire is offering exclusive packages to visitors. The Welcome to Yorkshire Michelin Star Experience consists of planned excursions with detailed itineraries visiting two, three or all six restaurants. Each itinerary offers a scenic journey by helicopter and executive car, staying over in some of Yorkshire’s luxurious accommodation. Whilst experiencing the fine dining at these restaurants, guests will also receive a taste of Yorkshire as the trips incorporate visits to local producers, cheese makers, vineyards and breweries, walking in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and more.  (yorkshire.com/michelinstarexperience)

7. Turner Trails in Yorkshire
Welcome to Yorkshire is set to launch Turner Trails in Yorkshire in June 2010. JMW Turner was a frequent visitor to Yorkshire throughout the early 19th Century and the landscapes and historic buildings that inspired over 800 of his works of art have continued to attract visitors to the region to this day. Welcome to Yorkshire’s ‘Turner Trails in Yorkshire’ will bring together over 70 sites across the region; attracting walkers and art enthusiasts to these beautiful locations; enabling visitors to sit and compare today’s views and discover the Turner story.

8. Welcome to Yorkshire Golf Campaign
June 2010 sees the launch of the Welcome to Yorkshire Golf campaign. Yorkshire is home to some of the country’s finest golf clubs, including three that have previously hosted the Ryder Cup – Moortown, Ganton and Lindrick. For golf enthusiasts seeking something new, courses are in a variety of impressive locations from the beautiful Yorkshire countryside to those with dramatic sea views. Featuring a wealth of luxury accommodation visitors to the region can indulge in a range of activities between rounds, including designer shopping and relaxing in a choice of fabulous Spas before heading off for a delicious Yorkshire meal and an evening’s entertainment.

9. The Yorkshire Museum Reopens August 2010
The fascinating early history of York is to be told through groundbreaking research and internationally important collections at the newly refurbished Yorkshire Museum. The might of the Romans, the power of the Vikings and the wealth and romance of the Medieval period will be revealed following an investment of £2million which will totally transform the interior of this remarkable building.

10. The Hepworth Wakefield Opens in 2011
Designed by internationally acclaimed British architect, David Chipperfield, The Hepworth will show for the first time a unique collection of sculptures by Barbara Hepworth – one of the most important sculptors of the 20th Century, who was born and raised in Wakefield. Its bold, modern architecture will be a fitting home for an outstanding collection of British art, featuring work by some of the UK’s best-known artists.

For further information about visiting Yorkshire please visit www.yorkshire.com

Further information about visiting England can be found at www.visitengland.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt in County Wicklow, Ireland has partnered with The Old Milking Parlour at Ballymurrin, just 20 minutes from the hotel, that has been converted to a gorgeous, eco-friendly 2-bedroom retreat.

Guests are now welcome to book a stay in this private and historic getaway in the “garden of Ireland.”

The Old Milking Parlour at Ballymurrin, is a lovingly restored 17th century Quaker meeting house and member of Sustainable Tourism Ireland.

The hotel’s owners restored the outhouses into the Old Milking Parlour and turned it into wonderful self catering accommodation which, bar the cows, has kept its old world feel with a stylish fusion of old and new architecture.

Guests are offered preferable rates when booking a holiday which includes a stay in both properties, ensuring guests will see two wonderful sides to The Garden of Ireland or Co. Wicklow.

The Milking Parlour is located 30 minutes from the hotel, and has white washed stone walls throughout, contains two double bedrooms, a wonderful open plan sitting room with stove and glazed doors from all living areas open onto a lavender edged, private garden with BBQ area.

This property is a model of eco-friendly self catering, where all materials were chosen for their sustainability, creating a high standard of accommodation which incorporates a unique learning tool of environment-conscious design, meeting the needs of the discerning traveler.

Under-floor geothermal heating combined with a roaring designer stove, ensure warmth permeates the Old Milking Parlour in winter and in summer the solar panels generate energy, providing the vast majority of hot water and heating.

The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt, received the Silver Award by introducing an Environmental Action Plan focusing on energy, waste & water management and developing it across all aspects of the business.

This award is recognized as one of the most successful programs in Europe and is voluntary to all hotels to enter, demonstrating leadership in environmental management within the hospitality sector.

The Caribbean is a popular vacation destination and one that covers many islands, more than seven thousand islands. There are many Caribbean Cruises available to cover many islands and exotic destinations, and each will offer a different flavor of the Caribbean. Whether on vacation, or celebrating a special event or holiday, a Caribbean Cruise will be the perfect way to do it.

One of the advantages of today’s cruises is that they offer special packages, even for single people. Finding and taking advantage of these special offers is as easy as going online and looking through the many offers available. A simple search using Caribbean Cruises packages is all you need to get you started in the right direction. Aside from the comfort of booking from home, it is quicker and easier to book cruises online.

Cruise lines offer many amenities and activities on their ships, and it is unlikely that someone may be bored, as these immense ships may be compared to floating cities when it comes to food, entertainment, and things to do or see. However, one of the highlights of the trip is to dock on the chosen destinations and explore the many islands, as well as do some shopping or taste some local cuisine.

There are many types of cruises in the Caribbean – East, South or Deep South, Western Caribbean, long or short time cruises, and private island cruises. Each with something different to offer. The basic cruise is usually the seven-night cruise, and the one that most people enjoy.

The western Caribbean cruise includes Cozumel, Mexico and many other destinations such as Jamaica, Grand Caiman, and the private Princess Cays. There is much to do in Cozumel, such as snorkeling, dolphin swim/ride, colorful and interesting marketplaces, small open-air cafes, jeep adventures, and much more.

In Miami, passengers can find multicultural attractions, fine dining, great shopping, sunny beaches, and luxurious accommodations, if someone wants to extend their vacation in Miami. It is one stop that will offer many conveniences and amenities.

Eastern destinations will include Puerto Rico, St. Martin, and St. Thomas, where there is much to see and enjoy. Some ships will change itineraries to be able to give people a two-week stretch (eastern and western destinations).

Southern Cruises and Deep South cruises include destinations such as Barbados, Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, St. Barth’s, Grand Turk, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, Bonaire, Aruba, and Curacao. Each cruise line is different so it is important to check what areas each cruise line covers.

Five night short cruises are an advantage because there are many close islands in the Caribbean, with ease of reaching destinations.

For people that have the luxury of a long time off on vacation, or that may be enjoying retirement, some cruise lines offer the advantage of a 14 night cruise. Many cruise lines are adding Central America destinations to their itinerary as well.

Private islands like CocoCay offer cruise passengers more privacy and the opportunity to enjoy beautiful waters and beaches without the crowds that they will find at regular destinations. CocoCay is part of the Bahamas and is Royal Caribbean private island destination.

CocoCay is located in the middle of the Bahamas’ and it offers 140 acres of beauty. Some of the amenities that this island offers are Caylana’s Castle Cove, Snorkel Shack, Wave Runner Adventure, Shore excursions and activities, nature trails, and many others.

There are plenty of packages and destinations to choose and to fit any length of stay and budget with Royal Caribbean Cruises

Debuting in Costa Navarino, Greece, the Romanos is the first luxury hotel to open in this unbelievable new coastal destination.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has partnered with TEMES S.A. and announced the opening of The Romanos, a luxury collection resort in Costa Navarino, Greece.

The Romanos is located amongst lush olive groves in the Messinia region on Greece’s southwest Peloponnese coast. In addition, The Romanos Resort is the first hotel to open in the new luxury destination of Costa Navarino.

The Romanos will be part of a 130-hectare, mixed-use beachfront development called Navarino Dunes, the first of four major developments in Costa Navarino.

Navarino Dunes will include the first signature golf course in Greece designed by Bernhard Langer in cooperation with European Golf Design – The Dunes Course, a 4,000 square meter spa – Anazoe Spa, various restaurants, lounge areas, and retail and entertainment options, offering travelers escape and indulgence on the magnificent Mediterranean coast.

The Romanos Resort features 321 luxurious rooms and suites, including 121 with individual infinity pools. Almost all rooms offer spacious furnished terraces with beautiful views of the Mediterranean. Guests staying in the suites will enjoy access to the resort’s Butler Service.

For the ultimate in opulence, the resort’s 660 square meter beachfront Royal Villa Koroni features a private infinity pool, a secluded barbecue area, a spa treatment suite with steam room, private fitness facilities and an elevator. Guests of the Royal Villa Koroni will also benefit from a 24-hour dedicated Butler Service.

Roeland Vos, President, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East (EAME) comments: “We are delighted to have partnered with TEMES S.A. to create a new luxury destination at Costa Navarino. Our long-standing partnership, combined with the strength of The Luxury Collection brand, will put Costa Navarino on the map as the Mediterranean’s newest destination for global explorers. The opening of this magnificent resort also further underlines Starwood’s market leading position in the region, operating a total of nine luxury hotels and resorts in Greece.”

The Romanos Resort offers an array of culinary delights, including Pero a destination restaurant featuring ethnic and indigenous cuisine based on local organic ingredients, Eleon a Greek restaurant complete with a well-stocked wine cellar, extensive lounge areas and a lobby bar. The resort will also have outdoor areas for grilling offering a serene, romantic and casual mood for outdoor dining.

The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, is the first of two Starwood properties to open in Costa Navarino this summer. The Westin Resort, Costa Navarino will open on July 1st bringing another magnificent resort to this exciting destination.

In 2012, Starwood will introduce its W Hotels brand to Greece with the opening of W Athens, Astir Palace Beach.

For additional information, please visit http://www.romanoscostanavarino.com/

Upon reaching the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort, you will quickly notice it is like walking into a set from the movies. Buildings that bear a resemblance to castles in colors of lemon, terracotta and pink.

This beautiful hotel is on the island of Tenerife, Canary Islands. A total of 16 acres of tropical gardens that look out over the El Duque beach.

All of the rooms at the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort-Adeje have a balcony or patio with a view of either the ocean or the gardens. 40 other villas were designed this year, all with a private garden and pool. Each villa is different from each other. This makes the place seem more like a authentic town that sets gently on the ocean front.

One of the toughest decisions you will make here will probably be where you are going to have your next meal. There are 8 restaurants and 9 bars in the resort itself, including an ice cream parlour.

One might wonder why you would even need to leave this paradise hotel. French and Italian cuisine are plentiful. One of the classy restaurants is the Las Aguas which is run by Michelin star chef, Salvador Gallego.

Even the youngest member of your family will be impressed with their own menus that have a wide variety of food for them to choose from. You also have the option of dining outdoors to view the magnificent ocean or relaxing inside with your breakfast.

The 5 swimming pools at the Gran Hotel Bahia Del Duque Resort-Adeje come together here to make cascades. They are all formed from one level to the next building ponds and rivers. Along with these beautiful swimming pools is a children’s pool.

If you are looking to fish for big game fish, you’ve come to the right spot. Here you can book a game fish excursion for the day.

There are also tennis courts, a gym, billiards, table tennis, darts and more. Golf is another feature offered here with 5 golf courses to choose from with year round warm weather.

For the children you have the playground, a children’s club for 3 to 12 year olds with activities, an afternoon show and a mini disco in the evening. There are children’s menus for them for lunch. The teenager’s club comes with a play station, Wi-Fi and internet.

The excellence of this hotel, its cuisine, and the spectacular views that await you is the perfect place for a luxury holiday in Tenerife and will be etched in your memory for a lifetime.

You can find out more information at the Tenerife Government Website.

Hovertravel is the only scheduled Hovercraft operator in Europe.  It’s also the quickest way for visitors traveling to the UK, to reach the Isle of Wight.

The scenic Isle of Wight offers some of the best beaches in all of Britain. In addition, enjoy the historic Victorian architecture, all alongside some of quaintest English villages. It is definitely the perfect place for a day out.

Launched in 1965, Hovertravel’s service is a safe and speedy 10 minute flight across The Solent to the Isle of Wight.

More importantly, it means that from London to the Island is a journey of just 1 hour and 45 minutes.

As the world’s longest running hovercraft operator, the Hovertravel experience is also one your children will never forget.

Neil Chapman, managing director of Hovertravel, explains, “For any Americans visiting Europe, the quick flight on our hovercraft is a truly unique and enjoyable experience. We regularly welcome visitors from around the world who have traveled many miles to witness this iconic British invention.”

The Hovertravel terminal is linked to London via several transport options including trains and the Greyhound coach service which departs directly outside the Hovertravel terminal.

For additional information on deals and events, please visit www.hovertravel.co.uk

The French Riviera’s La Villa Mauresque on the French Riviera is one of the most splendid villa hotels you will find anywhere.

La Villa Mauresque is located in the charming village of Boulouris, which lies between Cannes and St. Tropez.

La Villa Mauresque features 17 luxurious bedrooms housed in two Moorish villas dating from 1860. Most rooms offer stunning sea views, while the others provide lovely garden views.

Found on a private seafront, the luxury boutique hotel offers luxury and serenity with an infinity pool and a seafront spa and Jacuzzi, lush garden, and private harbor
with facilities for complimentary water activities: canoeing, kayaking, small catamaran, zodiac and snorkeling.

Windsurfing and scuba diving are also offered, as well as a small 4cv motor boat for those without a sailing permit.

To really enjoy the local sites, hire a 97-foot private yacht for day cruises along the scenic French Riviera or a 17-foot motor boat.

Ideally located for exploring the French Riviera, otherwise known as the Côte d’Azur, La Villa Mauresque is just 30 minutes from Cannes, 30 minutes by boat from St. Tropez, 50 minutes from Nice airport and one hour from the port of Monaco.

For additional information or reservations, please call +33 (0) 4 94 83 02 or visit the website at www.hotelsfrench-riviera.com

Now in its 18th successful year, Life Ball has gained a reputation as Europe’s most dazzling spectacular AIDS fund-raising event, reinventing the glamorous Vienna-style ball tradition inside the historic gothic Vienna City Hall.

This year Life Ball, normally held in May, has been moved to July 17 to coincide with the 18th International AIDS Conference, also being held in Vienna. Life Ball tickets are much sought-after and every year there are 80,000+ requests worldwide but only 3,780 exclusive Life Ball ticket holders attend the event.

Steele Luxury Travel, the Life Ball exclusive North America tour operator, offers the ultimate package. Life Ball Land Packaging includes:

- Four (4) night five-star accommodations at one of Vienna’s most extravagant hotels
- Do & Co transfers to and from hotel
- Viennese coffee and pastry tasting at Demel, one of Vienna’s most classic confectionary houses
- Welcome dinner at Do &Co’s Albertina Restaurant at Albertina Museum
- Vienna City Tour
- Dinner at restaurant Motto
- Motto Bar and Vienna Nightlife Tour
- Viennese Wine Tour & Lunch
- Post Life Ball Brunch Party at Halle
- One 2010 Life Ball ticket.

With every Life Ball Package purchased, Steele Luxury Travel will match the Life Ball ticket price and donate $200 to AIDS LIFE.

Prices are $4,200 per person including business class roundtrip airfare and land package, $3,200 per person including economy class round-trip airfare and land package, and $1,950 per person for the land package only.  A single occupancy charge will apply to single travelers. Travelers also have the option to extend their stay in Europe.

On July 17, at the Life Ball 2010 Opening Ceremony, international designers Calvin Klein, Diane von Furstenberg and Kenneth Cole will present an extravagant Grand Finale Fashion Show with a series of music and dance performances by international artists in front of the picturesque Vienna City Hall.

Each year, some 40,000 Viennese, international media, and visitors from around the globe gather on the square to experience this glittering spectacle.  Past guests have included Donatella Versace, Jean Paul Gaultier, John Galliano, Vivienne Westwood, Roberto Cavalli, Gianfranco Ferré, Missoni and Moschino and many other leading designers have presented their creations in previous years.

Elton John, the Scissor Sisters, Grace Jones and Kylie Minogue have all performed at this event; and Fran Drescher, Eva Longoria, Sharon Stone, Ivana Trump and other international celebrities have attended.

Life Ball attracts huge interest in the international media and is broadcast live on Austrian National TV primetime.  The Life Ball is organized by AIDS LIFE, an independent non-profit organization, created with the objective to raise money to support people in areas of the world most affected by HIV and AIDS.

This mega-event has raised funds over $16 million to date for AIDS groups in Europe, Africa and Asia.

For more information visit www.lifeball.org

Bordered by the majestic Rhone River on the west, Provence France is coincidentally a Province in France. The Rhone River forms a natural frontier with its neighbor Languedoc.

Provence France is a region of mountains, fertile plains and rivers that display all the magnetic beauty and contrast of Mediterranean mountain country.

The Rhone River borders the Provence France on the west which is a fast flowing river. The true artery of the Province of Provence France is the Durance River which was one a seasonally destructive torrent that has since been tamed by the use of dams.

The Durance River sluggishly curls around a broad valley like a snake. People who are interested in sight seeing on their trip, will definitely want to see these two rivers during their trip to Provence France.

The landscape of Provence is filled with many distinct contrasts and characters. You will find lush valleys throughout Provence. These lush valleys are commonly associated with areas with less fertile vegetation. The Alluvial plains are lined along the edges of the major rivers. The Camargue offers an interested landscape that is great for sight seeing as there is often a blurred distinction between the land and the sea. The wildlife of Camargue is similar to that of an African environment.

You’ll find carved caves between the limestone rocks in certain parts of Provence where the water meets the land. There are some really large and easily accessible caves located in Provence. These caves happen to be the some of the most popular tourist spots in all of Europe. In some located rivers have cut deeply into the limestone forming gorges. The Verdon Gorge is one of the most popular sight seeing gorges in the Province of Provence France.

You will find a very complicated range of mountains in the Provence France. These mountains lay west of the Verdon Gorge. This is the area where the Alpine and Pyrennean folds meet. You will also find Mont Ventoux in this region which is the highest peak in all of Provence. If you travel further south you will find the buckled mountain ridges of Montagne Ste Victoire. These mountains were one of Paul Cezannes favorite perspectives.

Provence France follows in suit with the rhythms of the common Mediterranean climate in which seasons tend to change in abrupt succession. You will find that the rapid autumn rains of autumn quickly end the extensive heat of summer. Winters really tend to be mild in Provence France. The region gets the most rainfall in the spring which is around the same time that the plant life explodes into growth.

The Province of Provence France happens to be located in the northern section of the Sahara Desert which means that the summers in this region tend to be brutally hot. The Provence would be nothing but Saharan without the Mediterranean which is a strongly salted inland sea that is almost tide less. There are times within the Algeria when there will be six months without rain. The Provence can go three months without rain at times.