Magical Saint Tropez has long been a favorite destination for those you desire the best in luxury living. This upcoming summer season is sure to be a memorable one.

The area comes alive in the summer as vacationers from all over the world arrive to soak up the endless sunny days, beautiful beaches, and scenic wonders. Don’t be surprised to see several celebrities during your Saint Tropez visit.

Over the last few years, a multitude of A-Listers have stayed in this picturesque French port, including Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Penelope Cruz, and even Sir Elton John!

Legendary British actress and popular novelist Joan Collins described her fantasy 24 hours. It included a quaint lunch with her family at the famous each restaurant – Club 55 in Saint Tropez. She craves a Salad Niçoise and onion tart, plus a ‘lashings of local rosé’ to drink. Once finished, then it was off to Paris for a luxury shopping experience.

The warm golden sand of Pampelonne Beach awaits you plus the intimate setting of Saint Tropez is the perfect recipe for an unbelievable stay. The old town is lined with cobbled streets that quickly take people back to a more simpler time.

Luxury shopping can be found here as well. There are designer boutiques including Dior and Chanel where you can a variety of luxury fashion and beauty products. Get a quick bite or café au lait and soak in the local views at one of the sidewalk cafes or bars.

For best in luxury accommodations, consider staying in a luxury villa. There are greater than 100 different villas to choose from, no matter your budget or personal preference. Stay in the heart of Saint Tropez or find a more secluded luxury villa near Escalet beach.

Here’s a Top 10 list of the best luxury villas in Saint Tropez.
1) Villa Mirage II is luxury villa that’s been chosen for its brilliant location and just 500 metres from Club 55. It consists of a simply stunning design and the villa comes with five bedrooms, five bathrooms and a view to die for.

2) Villa Whiteboat is for those of you desire the best sea views. Villa Whiteboat offers incredible vistas from all of its four bedrooms. The stunning sights from the terrace will stay with you forever.

3) Villa Eos; as far as location is concerned, this five bed room villa could not be better situated just 800 metres from Club 55. But it’s not just its location which sets this amazing villa apart; it is also exceptional value for money.

4) Villa Calliopeis an amazing four bedroom luxury villa located in Ramatuelle. Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding medieval town. It’s close to the beaches of Pampelonne. The villa is the ultimate in luxury contemporary architecture and features beautiful floor to ceiling windows, and have has its own home cinema.

5) Villa La Moutte is a stunning five bedroom villa. The interior decor is out-of-this-world. It’s just a short walk to nearby Salins Beach.

6) Tisserands is near the centre of Saint Tropez so you are close to the many world class restaurants, bars and night clubs. This five bedroom luxury townhouse also provides complete privacy for the ideal romantic getaway.

7) Azoucap is a gorgeous luxury property with seven bedrooms. The villa is just 200 metres from Tahiti beach. Use the property’s tennis court, or swim in the heated pool with the amazing cascading waterfall.

8) Elegante i sperfect for golf lovers. This six bedroom villa offers a golf practice area. You’ll also find a boules park in the garden, plus a luxurious home cinema.

9) Cap Sauvage is unique wooden villa and will make the perfect way to enjoy Saint Tropez. This stunning villa comes with six bedrooms and six bathrooms. Its waterfront location will provide once in a lifetime sea views.

10) Maison du Capon is an incredible 11 bedroom property. It’s one of the largest found in Saint Tropez. So make this luxurious villa the choice if you have a large group or celebrating a special occasion. Located in the famous Le Capon area, this property even has its own helipad for those who wan to be discrete like James Bond 007.

Weekly pricing for these luxury villas begin at 6,000 EUR.

If want more information or ready to book your vacation or holiday travel to beautiful Saint Tropez and stay in a luxury villa, please contact The Life of Luxury today!

Positano is a hillside village found on the scenic Amalfi Coast (Costiera Amalfitana), in Campania, Italy.

The stunning Amalfi Coast covers approximately 50km along the southern side of the Sorrentine Peninsula. The popular area is famous for the iconic town of Sorrento.

How would you like to own your own luxury house on the Amalfi Coast? Now you can for a price the of one and a half million Euro (USD $2,025,000).

The luxury house features a gorgeous terrace that overlooks the sea.  Sit back with a cocktail or coffee and enjoy beautiful, evening sunsets over the island of Li Galli and the Faraglioni of Capri.

Just 10 short minutes from the center of Positano, you are close to a large beach that offers boat rental, diving school and terrific dining choices from several restaurants.

Want to take a day trip to the Capri? No worries, just hop on the ferry and enjoy everything Capri offers.

Positano is centrally located and you can easily reach the scenic towns of Sorrento (17 Kms), Amalfi 915 Kms) and Ravello (22 Kms).

You’re also close to both, local shops and restaurants.

This amazing Positano house size is 956 square meters in size, including the terrace that overlooks the sea.

If you are interested in learning more about this luxury  home for sale in Positano, Italy on the Amalfi Coast – please contact The Life of Luxury.

Nobu Restaurant opens in one of the most luxurious locations in the world – Monte Carlo.

The grand opening of Nobu Restaurant was held with two hundred prestigious guests in attendance. Noted guests included the Sovereign Prince Albert and Princess Charlène, Robert DeNiro and Meir Tepper.

The opening was a traditional Japanese Sake Ceremony, presented on a stage centered inside the restaurant in the luxury Fairmont Monte Carlo hotel. Also in attendance was the luxury hotel’s owner – Ian Livingstone.

Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa is the highly acclaimed plus influential celebrity Chef, as well as the esteemed owner of Nobu restaurants.

The grand opening ceremony is also known as “Kagami-biraki. Performed to celebrate various events, it includes breaking open the lid of a sake barrel with a wooden mallet. Sake is then served to all the guests.

The kagami-biraki is followed next by handing out mochi, which are “soft round rice cakes” that are cut up in two pieces. The symbolism is to commemorate both the New Year as well as the beginning of a new departure in life or business.

This traditional custom is widely observed. It’s become a popular and growing method to launch a new company, wedding receptions,house-warming parties, plus other important celebrations.

Nobu restaurants offers the ultimate in fine dining and serves a mix of traditional Japanese dishes and South American spices and aromas.

For foodies you have always desired to eat at a Nobu Restaurant, please contact The Life of Luxury and we can assist coordinating a vacation or business trip.

Boutique hotels have seen a dramatic increase in popularity all around the world, particularly in Europe.

People don’t always want to stay in a standard hotel but experience the culture of a country and staying in a luxury, boutique hotel. The allure of boutique hotels is the special attention given to detail in all their amenities and offered services.

So we’ve hand-picked a unique and independent selection of some of the most beautiful, charming and romantic boutique hotels in Italy. Italy is known as the center of western civilization, and continues to draws millions of visitors a year to explore its rich culture and history.

We hope you enjoy the following list and can truly experience Italy one if its boutique hotels, luxury hotel hideaways or romantic Italian retreats.

First is the Jk Place Capri, which is a gorgeous property set upon the cliffs and built high up, directly looking out to the sea. The ambiance of this resort is reminiscent of a chic, away-from-it-all backdrop that breathes tranquil bliss without ever actually leaving the urban area. Jk Place Capri feature just 22 available rooms, so plan well ahead. We hear that room #22 offers the best views overlooking the sea. With staff members like family, this resort is the ideal home away from home. Although more suited to couples and lovers looking for seclusion, JK Place Capri also offers a “chill out” venue for those traveling alone.

The Hotel de Russie (photo above) can be found the heart of Rome. It’s a five-star luxury haven that will cater to your every wants and needs. The staff will go that extra mile to indulge you even more. Despite the enormous size of the hotel with 122 total rooms, the Hotel de Russie hotel’s staff and attendants maintain a high standard of personal service. For vacationers who belong to the “lonely hearts club band”, find your way to The Stravinskij Bar for a chance to meet interesting and famous personalities. Le Jardin de Russie’s Pasta-Tina de Ceci con Gamberi is a must-try! One last piece of advice for dieters, celebrated chefs Fulvio Pierangelini and Nazzareno Menghini will make it hard for you to curb your appetite. Enjoy!

The Castello di Vicarello is an out-of-town “Castle in the Clouds.” If you are gifted with patience, then your dedication will not go unrewarded. Upon entry towards the Castello di Vicarello castle’s manor, you will drive through beautiful vineyards and olive groves. As you approach, you’ll realize a magnificent stone building that is reminiscent of medieval times. There are only 6 suites available for accommodation. It would be best to make travel arrangements beforehand, that way you get to pick which suite you’ll stay in. If it’s an arrangement just for two, set your sights on the Sassi as it’s perfect for couples with romantic inclinations.

The Chiesina boutique hotel is another choice if you’re going with your entire family and money is not a problem. We highly suggest you stay at the Chiesina. This 2-story mini-castle will make you feel like royalty indeed as your suite will be catered with wine straight from the vineyard and fruit bowls served at your behest or on schedule. Though the attendants here are warm and friendly, be warned that they’ll be more likely to spoil and indulge you with your vices rather than your virtues!

The Principe Forte Dei Marmi is the ideal place to be to soak up the sun’s rays. This chic hotel definitely brings a new meaning to a simple relaxing vacation. Featuring 28 pad-inspired rooms to choose from, we recommend a corner room which offers access to the best views. Open-clad, sun-kissed tan and beach ready is the usual dress code anytime, anywhere. While the 67 Sky Lounge hotel bar on the rooftop is the perfect place to unwind (unless you prefer a poolside bed massage), in high summer, live DJ’s reign and transform the hotel into one big party.

The Il Salviatino hotel sets high on the hills overlooking Florence. This 15^th century inspired mansion is a beautiful mix of exposed brickworks, classic design and striking architecture. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your dedicated ambassador to look after your every wish. Choose from 45 luxurious rooms. Among boutique hotels, this one is not for those traveling on a budget, but their signature cocktail (classic dry martini shaken to perfection) is surely worth its weight in gold.

The Hotel Cipriani offers its guests 79 suites and rooms that feature open lagoon views. Imagine cruising through Venice on board the Cipriani’s private boat, Shirley, which is available upon reservation. Not in the mood for a boat ride? Try their Olympic-sized swimming pool instead which is the first and only in Central Venice.

The Bvlgari Hotel organizes special tours and excursions to Italy’s most exclusive destinations. Bored of standard modes of traveling. Let the Bvlgari Hotel help. Choose from limousine, yacht or private plane. For pasta lovers, try your palate at Chef Andrea Ferrero’s classic Italian cuisines which are simply to die for!

The Maison La Minervetta hotel is a cliffside beauty that offers 12 rooms, each with sea-facing fantastic views. To accentuate the hotel’s quirky nautical appeal, almost all rooms come with bedrooms with medium-sized boat models of different sorts For those who travel in pairs and staying away from the public, 200 meters away from the hotel is La Tonnarella where private beach reservations are available upon request. There’s even stairs from the hotel that lead directly down to the sea. Be prepared for the climb back though!

If you would like to book your next vacation to Italy and stay at one of the above mentioned luxury boutique hotels, please contact The Life of Luxury and we assist with your travel reservation.

The prestigious Milan Fashion Week will be held next month in February between the 19th and 25th. It’s one of the most popular fashion events in the world.

If you have always wished to attend Milan Fashion Week, then we want to share a couple of exclusive experiences that shouldn’t be missed.

First established back in 1958, Milan Fashion Week is actually a semi-annually even and hosted in Milan, Italy. The year’s show is the autumn/winter version and later this fall is spring/summer event.

You can choose between a three or five day luxury package. Enjoy the Fashion Show and reserve the best seats. You will also be part of an exclusive meeting in the Boutiques’ private room to choose one of the new collection of show clothes.

Gold Package (3 full days)
– Invitation to 1 Fashion show
– 2 Fashion experiences in the private room at the boutique*.
– 1 dinners: discovering the italian food and wine. The best Italian Chefs will be at disposal for special tasting
– Personal translator full time for 3 days (9 a.m- 7 p.m.)
– Personal driver with a Mercedes E** (upgrade available upon request) for 3 days (9 a.m.-11 p.m.)
– 2 nights in a luxury Five-star or Design Hotel

Platinum Package (5 full days)
– Invitation to 3 Fashion shows
– 2 Fashion experiences in the private room at the boutique*.
– 3 dinners: discovering the finest Italian food and wine. The best Italian Chefs will be at your disposal for a special tasting experience.
– Personal translator full time for 3 days (9 a.m- 7 p.m.)
– Personal driver with a Mercedes E** (upgrade available upon request) for 3 days (9 a.m.-11 p.m.)
– 4 nights in a luxury Five-star or Design Hotel

*The guest will have the chance to buy a fashion masterpiece only at the Milan Boutique, during Fashion week. A taylor will be at their disposal for any garment adjustments. The taylor will delivery it within the next day.

If you would like to attend the autumn/winter version of Milan Fashion Week, then contact The Life of Luxury and one of our travel concierge specialists will be able to help you book all aspects of your travel itinerary.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, distinctive group of deluxe hotels for discerning business and leisure travelers. Their Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel just won a major travel award.

The luxury Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel was just recognized as “The Best Luxury Hotel of the European Continent” by the “World Luxury Hotel Awards” 2013.

This is a terrific award as “World Luxury Hotel Awards” also recognized Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul as “The Best Luxury Hotel of Turkey” in both 2011 and 2012.

The luxury Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel combines both Swiss excellence and Turkish hospitality for its service understanding. The hotel welcomes its guests by combining the past and the present of historic Istanbul with a passion of excellence.

The “World Luxury Hotel Awards” is regarded as the most important organization to recognize and reward service excellence in international hotel industry. The travel organization recently announced the best hotels for 2013 with a grand ceremony that was held in Phuket, Thailand.

For 2013, there was an increase of 40% in countries participating in the “World Luxury Hotel Awards” which have been given out to recognize the service quality of the luxury hotel industry since 2006.

Each application is made on the basis of country, continent and global basis are assessed by international Tourism professionals such as travel agencies or tour operators, and hotel guests.

The Swissôtel brand offers greater than 30 luxury properties around the world. They are also developing new luxury hotels in exciting international destinations such as Sochi, Russia (2013), Bodrum, Turkey (2014) and Changsha, China (2014).

If you are interested in booking a trip to Istanbul, Turkey and staying at the luxury Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel, please contact The Life of Luxury and we can assist with all of your travel arrangements.

The second Hunger Games movie opens today in theaters across the U.S. – Hunger Games: Catching Fire. The much anticipated film starts off with Katniss Everdeen (played by Jennifer Lawrence) returning home after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games with Peeta Mellark (played by Josh Hutcherson). They must next leave their families behind and embark on a “Victor’s Tour” of the various districts.

We were one the first media companies in the world to broadcast the Hunger Games: Catching Fire movie trailer back in July, giving Hunger Games fans a sneak peak at the upcoming movie.

Booking.com has put together a list of hotels from around the world with Hunger Games – inspired accommodations.  Which hotels do you feel Katniss Everdeen would be most comfortable staying  in?

Museum Hotel – Cappadocia, Turkey
The world watched as Katniss and Peeta huddled in a cave to try and outlive their fellow tributes in the 74^th Annual Hunger Games. With Peeta struggling for his life, it is here that we all “oohed” and “aahed” as they shared their first kiss. While dirt, mud and covering ourselves with leaves don’t necessarily sound like the most ideal weekend getaway, we would opt for a bit more elegance in this Turkey, Museum Hotel (photo above) for our cave habitation.

Treehotel– Harads, Sweden
We can all remember Katniss Everdeen’s nights spent tied to tree branches, hiding from her Hunger Games rivals. The Treehotel in Sweden, allows guests to experience a similar nights’ stay…minus the flying arrows and tracker jackers. The hotel offers a unique and gravity-defying stay amid the Harads’ forest. No doubt Katniss would have preferred hunkering down in one of these cozier accommodations during her time in the 74^th annual Hunger Games arena.

Bubble Hotel – Mullihotell – Suur-Rootsi, Estonia
Built to resemble a clock, with every hour bringing another torturous event by the Gamemakers, the 75^th Hunger Games arena had the Tributes trapped in a deathly dome.  The Bubble Hotel – Mullihotell in Estonia provides those looking for a different type of accommodation a chance to experience that dome encasing.  As a partially transparent bubble tent with a transparent roof, visitors will feel like Katniss and Peeta, without having to worry about hourly attacks by monkey mutations and jabberjays.

nhow Berlin – Berlin, Germany
The residents of Panem’s Capital are beaming with flamboyant clothing and even more decorated skin.  With vibrant colored skin and tattoos, the people of the Capital will do anything to look the part – including implanting jewels into their bodies!  While we aren’t advising that you go out and dye yourself purple, we do recommend the nhow Berlin hotel, which exudes the same liveliness as Panem’s highest-praised district.

Sleepbox Hotel – Moscow, Russia
To make final preparations for the game, Katniss and her beloved stylist, Cinna, gather in her Launch Room to say their goodbyes.  It is here that Cinna applies the finishing touch to her arena uniform: The gold Mockingjay pin.  These capsule rooms are perfect for any visitor looking to get the Launch Room feel, without actually being thrust into a death match.  And no, we cannot promise a pin on every pillow.

Sheraton Diana Majestic Hotel– Milan, Italy
Located in the Appalachia, District 12’s main industry is coal mining. It was also the fault of a coal mining accident that Katniss and Prim lost their father, before the stories begin.  In honor of the mining district, we scoured the globe for an all-black hotel space…and we found it.  To get the full underground and coal experience, visitors can stay in this luxe hotel with the blackout rooms – it definitely beats getting yourself muddied in coal.

Longitude 131 – Ayers Rocks, Australia
While we truly can appreciate the courage, bravery and strength that each tribute has to enter the arena, our idea of camping is a little bit more glamorous.  Instead of a night in a man-made terrain watching arrows fly high above your head, how about a more comfortable evening spent under the stars in a man-made five star tent.  No offense to Katniss and the rest of the Hunger Games tributes, but “glamping” fits a little more with our style.

Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière – Paris, France
While we would all love to have the glitzy life like the infamous President Snow, some odds just aren’t in our favor. However, what we can promise is a Booking delightful stay in one of the world’s most glamorous properties. So kick back, relax, and eat as many berries as your heart desires.

If you are interested in booking a reservation at one of the above hotels, then please contact The Life of Luxury and one of our travel concierge specialists will assist with all of your travel needs.

The buzz of the royal birth by Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William is still the rage, it’s time to consider exploring England and stay at one it its many luxury hotels.

The new Prince of Cambridge, His Royal Highness will for sure spend a large portion of his his childhood at London’s world famous Kensington Palace. Of course, Kensington Palace is where the Duke and Duchess reside and will now make it home for the newborn baby boy.

The nearby Hilton London Kensington created a ‘Tot-ter Around Kensington’ package to celebrate the arrival of the royal baby. Hotel guests will be able to enjoy a two-night shopping break, ideal for mother-daughter bonding and moms-to-be.

This hotel package from the Hilton London Kensington includes a two-night stay at the stylish Hilton London Kensington, with each guest receiving a VIP card for Westfield London Shopping Centre, which is located directly opposite the hotel. The VIP card entitles shoppers to offers and discounts of up to 20% from over 80 stores and restaurants.

Stylish moms-to-be can stock up on baby treats from several stores including – Mamas & Papas, Bébé Bisou and Atelier de Courcelles.

Another wonderful London property is the Grosvenor House Hotel. The hotel has transformed one of its luxury suites into a five-star nursery for jet-setting babies.

This luxury hotel teamed up with bespoke nursery designers Dragons of Walton Street and the transformation of of the Premium Park View Suite is amazing. The result is a stunning English nursery that was truly designed and tailored with a royal baby in mind.

The luxurious Grosvenor House Hotel is located on London’s Park Lane and long been a popular stay for the affluent and guests who want to experience the best of London.

An interesting, historical Royal fact is that both William and Harry in addition to Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie all grew up in a Dragons nursery.

It’s an amazing site as the suite was inspired from idyllic views of Hyde Park and the hotel’s legendary history. The baby nursery is fitted with bespoke, hand crafted and painted furniture.  The pièce de résistance is a beautiful dolls house toy closet hand painted to represent Grosvenor House’s signature architecture.

Choose from three unique travel packages, which are priced beginning at from £2,230 / $3,428 per night.

To make your travel reservation to visit England and stay at either the Hilton London Kensington hotel or Grosvenor House Hotel, please contact The Life of Luxury.

Ideally located in the center of the world’s largest area of fine wine vineyards, the luxurious Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa welcomes both amateurs and wine lovers to uncover the great wine estates of Bordeaux, France.

Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa is found in the center of the city of Bordeaux, in La Place de La Comédie square that overlooks the historic Le Grand Théâtre.

Bordeaux is in France’s South-West region and known worldwide for its fantastic grape vineyards and fine wine. The annual grape harvest season is the ideal time to experience one of the most crucial steps in the process of wine making.

The Wine Concierge Service at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has impressive knowledge and strong connections with the various châteaux of the region. This insider knowledge of the local, Bordeaux wine industry can make your trip a memorable one. Hotel guests are provided a rare opportunity to access the world of fine wine, that is unsurpassed in the luxury sector.

The luxury Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa can create bespoke itineraries for its guests who are interested in discovering the secrets of great wines and exploring the wine making process. This allows you to experience the behind-the-scenes of the annual grape harvest and actually includes the hand picking of the grapes.

If you are looking for a fantastic wine tasting experience, then consider visiting Margaux, St-Julien, St-Estèphe, Pauillac, St-Emilion, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes. The hotel’s Wine Concierge Service can take care of all the logistics for intimate and private tastings in the various estates and appellations.

Based on this fine wine heritage, the luxury Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux has created a new ‘Wine Package’ available until the end of the year, which includes the following:
• Two nights accommodation for two including daily breakfast at ‘The Bordeaux’, the hotel’s 19th century Belle-Epoque brasserie
• Half day wine tour – Guests will be able to discover and taste wine from renowned estates Saint Emilion or Médoc, where they will learn the art of wine making and wine blending, as well as the secret for aging wine.
• Transfer to and from the estates in a private car
• Free access to the Spa and Fitness Centre
• Free access to broadband Internet and Free Wifi
Pricing for this amazing, French harvest package is €1,252 and excludes the city tax (€1.45 per person per day).

For a wonderful fine dining experience, the hotel offers a gastronomic joy in their Michelin-starred ‘Le Pressoir d’Argent’ restaurant, which is headed by Pascal Nibaudeau;

The Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa is committed to providing its guests with unparalleled experiences. It’s ideal location plus high level of expertise in the world of fine wine will make your visit magical.

For additional information or to make a travel reservation to visit Bordeaux, France and and stay at the Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa, please contact The Life of Luxury. One of our travel concierge specialists will handle all your arrangements.

Situated amongst 550 acres in Kildare, Ireland – the K Club Hotel, Spa and Country Club is a luxurious Irish country retreat that offers guest 69 rooms.

Straffan House was built on the countryside grounds of the K Club property. 34,000-sq-ft in size, Straffan House was first inspired by the original structure of the same name built back in 1832 in the style of a French Chateau that now houses the nearby K Club Hotel.

This elegant private residence is now available for exclusive use for all to experience its beauty. Guests will enjoy traditional outdoor pursuits of fishing on the River Liffey, falconry, skeet shooting and horse riding.

For golf lovers, you’re in luck. You can play unlimited golf on either the Arnold Palmer designed championship courses: The Palmer Course which was the location of the 2006 Ryder Cup, or the Smurfit Course, which for the last three years has hosted to the European Open.

If you are looking for a little pampering, guests can also enjoy the luxurious 20,000 square foot K Spa which is widely recognized as one of the finest spas across all of Europe. It’s no doubt considered the finest in Ireland.

Straffan House spa

The private estate Straffan House features a total of 10 bedrooms which are all ensuite. Also find an indoor swimming pool with ‘swim up bar’, spa, games room, cinema, gym, in addition to a glass-enclosed, thermostatically-controlled wine cellar. Plus for foodies, enjoy a dedicated service team, concierge and private chef.

Three stories tall, Straffan House offers luxurious amenities and high ceilings, fine stucco work and gorgeous chandeliers. You will also find original works of art by noted Irish artists Sir William Orpen and Jack B.

Rates at Straffan House are currently US$26,000 per night in the summer months and US$16,000 per night in the winter which runs from September 15th to March 15th inclusive.

If interested in learning more or booking a reservation at the Straffan House or K Club Hotel, Spa and Country Club in Kildare, Ireland (near Dublin), please contact a travel concierge specialist at The Life of Luxury.

Cognac LOUIS XIII collaborated with the famous The Bar at The Dorchester in London to develop a world exclusive offer and celebrate the launch of the LOUIS XIII RARE CASK 42,6. The result is the ultimate ‘LOUIS XIII Dorchester Experience.’

Since its inception in 1874, LOUIS XIII has been highly regarded as the world’s premier luxury Cognac, which over the years has been enjoyed by both royalty and world leaders including King George V and Winston Churchill.

This exclusive cognac experience will give customers the unique ability to order a cognac Louis XIII tray featuring each expression of the renowned range: Louis XIII, Louis XIII Black Pearl, Louis XIII Rare Cask 43,8 and the recently launched Louis XIII Rare Cask 42,6.

The Bar at The Dorchester stayed open for seven decades and reigned supreme over London’s nightlife, the closed down for a redesign. The popular London bar reopened back in June 2006 to reintroduce London to the delights of cocktail hour.

The renowned Bar at The Dorchester will be the only bar worldwide featuring this LOUIS XIII experience and only twenty LOUIS XIII ‘flights’ will ever be available.

Twenty lucky guests who order the LOUIS XIII ‘flight’ be greeted and served by the brilliant Giuliano Morandin. He has been The Bar Manager for over 30 years and is a legend amongst the world’s drinks connoisseurs. Also part of the ‘LOUIS XIII Dorchester Experience.’ is for guests to be invited to visit the House of Rémy Martin in Cognac.

The LOUIS XIII ‘flight’ is guaranteed to be a truly, once in a lifetime occurrence. Bar guests will have the opportunity to taste all four LOUIS XIII expressions side by side. This is indeed a very rare moment for everyone lucky enough to take part, as most of the LOUIS XIII RARE CASK & BLACK PEARL has now been sold.

The exclusive ‘LOUIS XIII Dorchester Experience’ will be available at The Dorchester Bar in London at a price of £2,013.00.

LOUIS XIII cognac is a blend of 1,200 eaux de vie from 40 to 100 years old, coming exclusively from the Grande Champagne region, the most prestigious region in Cognac.

To learn more about this unique ‘LOUIS XIII Dorchester Experience’ or to make travel reservations to London, please contact The Life of Luxury.