Thomas Carpenter

where our clients are staying -- february 2025

Thomas Carpenter
where our clients are staying -- february 2025

Normally, the first few months of the new year see fewer people traveling. But not our clients! Want to see where our clients are staying this month? Check it out!

Ananda in the Himalayas, Narenda Nagar, India

Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxury wellness retreat located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the birthplace of Yoga and Ayurveda. Built around a 100 acre Maharaja’s palace estate, Ananda offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains, and the spiritual river Ganga. Ananda integrates the traditional Indian wellness practices of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta with the best of international wellness experiences. Experience signature wellness programmes including Ayurvedic Rejuvenation, Weight Management and Detox in the expansive 25,000 sq.ft. spa with personalised spa consultations and expert therapists.

Ananda offers luxurious accommodations wirth 70 rooms, 3 villas, and 5 suites, including the popular Viceregal Suite in the Viceregal Palace. Ananda's signature one 1-bedroom villa and two 2-bedroom villas, each with their private pools create a perfect escape in the midst of surrounding Sal forests. The rooms offer unparalleled views of either the holy river Ganges meandering below in the town of Rishikesh or a view of the 19th-century Maharaja's Palace with the surrounding hills.

The restaurant and its charming tree-top deck offer expertly prepared healthy cuisine based on Ayurvedic principles of holistic health and well-being, while also offering a vast range of international favourites for those not on wellness programs. A vast array of outdoor adventure activities including Safaris through the Rajaji National Park, Treks and Nature Walks, and White Water Rafting on the Ganges are available for wildlife and nature lovers, fitness enthusiasts and thrill seekers.

Located just 260 kilometers north of New Delhi, Ananda is easily accessible with a 45 minute flight from New Delhi International Airport to Dehradun Airport followed by a 50 minute scenic drive to Ananda. 7 to 8 flights operate daily.

The soul of Ananda rests in its 25,000 square foot spa, featuring aesthetically designed therapy rooms with views of nature, open-air yoga & meditation pavilions, outdoor pool, physiotherapy centre, gymnasium, and the best of Ayurvedic and International therapies to cleanse the body, mind and soul. The philosophy of Ananda focuses on Ayurveda & holistic wellness, yoga & meditation, emotional healing, spiritual awareness, and healthy cuisine.

Our clients receive exclusive amenities when staying gat Ananda, including:

  • Guaranteed upgrade at time of booking (not applicable on suites and villas)

  • Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant

  • A complimentary 50 minute massage for up to two people, per room, once during stay

  • 10:00AM Early Check-In / 4:00PM Late Check-Out, subject to availability

  • Complimentary WI-FI

Pro-Tip: Taking an integrative Ayurvedic approach, Ananda addresses underlying factors that lead to chronic and debilitating lifestyle disorders through their 15 signature wellness programs.

Palazzo Manfredi, Rome, Italy

Echoes of ancient chariots rise from the Colosseum, which appears to be within arm’s reach of Palazzo Manfredi. (A gladiator school once stood a few meters from where the hotel now stands.) Yet this 16th-century palazzo dazzles with more than just its jaw-dropping views. The 15 rooms and five suites fuse Palladian wallpaper, faux fur, Roman busts, and eel-skin-topped tables to surprisingly successful effect; windows overlooking the monument are a must. Sip a cocktail in the bar before slipping behind a plate of lobster medallions on the Aroma restaurant’s terrace. The concierge can arrange private tours with the city’s top guides.

Palazzo Manfredi is an elegant hideaway in the center of what was once imperial Rome. The charming 17th century palace has spectacular views of the Colosseum, the Forum, and the Domus Aurea, combined with superb hospitality. Built over the ruins of the Ludus Magnus, the gymnasium used by Roman gladiators, Palazzo Manfredi was the hunting pavilion of the Guidi gardens. Today it is tastefully adorned with art ranging from 16th century antique paintings to contemporary pieces. The hotel offers an intimate experience, crowned only by a meal at the hotel’s Aroma restaurant where the unparalleled vistas of ancient Rome are beautifully matched by the culinary delights.

Our clients who stay at this gorgeous hotel receive the following VIP Amenities:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

  • Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining

  • $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)

  • Bookings in our Special Suites (excluding Grand View J Suite) will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers

  • Stays of 4+ nights will receive an additional $100 Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $200 during stay)

  • Stays of 7+ nights will receive an additional $200 Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $300 during stay)

  • Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Pro-Tip: The Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant, Aroma; or The Court, has an open-air cocktail bar with stunning views of the Colosseum and the Ludus Magnus, where drinks are made by mixologist Matteo Zed.

Four Seasons Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. On this mystical island with its necklace of white-fringed coral islets, Four Seasons elevates the excitement to redefine South Seas escape. Exotic over-water suites, and beachfront villas with pools, immerse you in ultramodern comforts and the spirit of French Polynesia. Culinary art embraces operatic sunsets over the island’s primeval peaks. Introduce your family to sea turtles. Kite-surf across the impossibly blue lagoon. Spirit yourselves away in a spa by the rolling Pacific surf. Surrender to the liberating service of a luxury resort unmatched on Bora Bora.

Chilled, aromatic towels and bottled water await as you arrive via private luxury boat at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. Located on its own island and surrounded by crystalline turquoise waters, it is a vision of South Seas perfection. Follow wooden walkways to your overwater bungalow suite, replete with teak furniture; some also feature a private plunge pool. Or opt for one of the seven beachfront villa estates, set on white sand. Distinctive touches include the fragrance of vanilla and the texture of black pearls in the spa, alfresco dining overlooking Bora-Bora’s famed lagoon, and signature Four Seasons service at every turn.

Exclusive amenities at this property for our clients include:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability (excludes plunge pool bungalows and beachfront villas)

  • Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)

  • $100 USD equivalent in local currency Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)

  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Pro-Tip: Travel by outrigger canoe to a tiny sand motu in the lagoon and enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner under the starry South Pacific sky.

From wellness travel in India to the unparalleled views of iconic Rome to the luxury of an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora, there’s not much that our clients aren’t doing this month. If you’d like to experience the lap of luxury, yourself, let us know.

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