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A VISIT TO THE TEMPLAR

Categories: NEWS & BLOG, DESIGN, NEWS & BLOG, TORONTO, NEWS & BLOG, TRAVEL | Posted by: admin

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TEMPLAR HOTEL – TORONTO

We recently visited The Templar hotel in Toronto – which is truly a hidden gem in the city. So hidden in fact, that when heading there, we actually walked right by the slim, beautifully designed 8 story building on Adelaide St. W. However, this is what is so special about The Templar; it is discreet from the exterior, but quite the marvel, once you step foot into the world of Toronto-based designers Del Terrelonge and  John Wee Tom.
When you enter, you are greeted by a floating reception desk and specially-designed Poliform furnishings, giving the lobby that custom-built luxury. You get a feeling of chill throughout the entire building – from the chef and private kitchen downstairs, to the 27 marble-dressed rooms and suites – and let’s not forget, the spectacular rooftop bar. There’s even a Japanese-style spa, complete with a deep, sand-blasted pool, through which you can gaze down into the Templar’s design-inspired bar. So if you are traveling to Toronto and wish to step away from the hype and into a world of design and custom luxe – The Templar is your next experience.
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W WORLD – W South Beach, Miami

01 Jun 2012 | Categories: ARCHIVES | Posted by: admin

South Beach was (can you believe it), once just another beach in Miami, and not yet the play-ground of taste-makers and party people. This combination now makes for a energetic cocktail of hot spots and equally hot properties. W Miami is clearly in its element here as upon entering this South Beach mainstay, one immediately feels transported into the cool bubble as you float over to the concierge for the (inside) scoop of all things South Beach, you get an inkling as to how it must feel to be in the know. If celeb-spotting is your thing, then you will not be disappointed here, and as we are all in the same W bubble – mingle away.

Living the dream is definitely the thing to do, and The Residences at W South Beach is the place to lay your head while dreaming. The Residence is modern, elegant and shall we say, very W. But even taste makers have to eat, and with the famed Mr. Chow restaurant as well as chef Andrew Carmellini’s take on the American dining experience, The Dutch, you are sure to be delighted. The Living Room bar, brings it all together in an experience that is akin to being a fashion jet setter, sipping on mojitos. Now if all this Jet setting and party-peopling isn’t your cup of tea, don’t hate; participate! Take the elevator, (yes the elevator) to the rooftop tennis and basketball courts. It just doesn’t get cooler than thisºoh wait, it does! We are taking W, and we are taking Miami! This is like fish and water here folks–take a walk into your room and look out the windows, yeah you guessed it; an ocean and it’s all yours to view.

Enjoy.

PERKS

  • Sound proof rooms
  • Showers large enough to have a party in
  • WHATEVER/WHENEVER service
  • Cool factor

2201 Collins AvenueMiami Beach,Florida  - www.wsouthbeach.com

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Hot Hotels : JK Place Capri

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JK PLACE CAPRI : Where you will feel that much closer to Heaven.

What is there not to love about Italy; the culture, the romance, the music, the food, and definitely the magic

espressos! It is as if they have something not only in the water but also in the air that allows the best

espressos to only be made in this country. I have seen people actually take the water and the beans,

bring them back to Montreal and use the exact machines, but to no success. The same must be said

about the JK Capri place; take this beauty of a boutique hotel, place it anywhere else and it would not

be the same at all.

Located in Via Province Mariana Grande Capri, a five star luxury boutique hotel overlooking the sea and

what else is there that can be said, Capri, Capri, Capri… there done.

There is also a JK place in Florence and as if one paradise is not enough, they have opened this next JK

in Capri. Imagine a beautiful 5 star boutique hotel but not in the Urban reality like the one in Florence,

but placed on one of the world’s most beautiful islands : Capri.

The interior is by Michele Bonan; classic urban meets country chic. Most rooms have beautiful balconies

facing the sea. JK Place is one of the only hotels in Capri that’s right on the ocean, as well as centrally

located. This is a no expenses spared, no corners cut, beauty of a hotel in an unbeatable location.

The Perks: incredible views, great food, central location, penthouse suite with panoramic view of the Gulf

of Naples, 22 rooms, perfect.

Italian Luxury : Via Prov. Marina Grande, 225-80073, Capri, Italy.

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