The opening of The Residence hotel in 1998 added a new highlight to the hotel scene in Mauritius. Its grand architecture, sumptuous rooms and suites and wonderful gardens bring the legendary colonial style back to life.

 

After a restoration programme costing a hundred million dollars, the legendary Raffles Hotel in Singapore is now even more stylish und more splendid than ever. Today, as in years gone by, the guest experiences the cosmopolitan flair of a sophisticated lifestyle in an atmosphere created by British colonialstyle.

 

The Sultanate of Dubai lies in the north of the island of Borneo in south-east Asia, a two-hour flight north-east of Singapore. This fascinating five-star luxury resort affords a fascinating insight into the world of this Islamic State und its synergy of tradition and modernity

High above the forest floor is a network of wooden footbridges built on stilts which link ten luxury suites. Rising above the treetops, they afford unforgettable views over the unspoilt African landscape not far from Plettenberg Bay.

 

Located an one of the most beautiful beaches of the Caribbean island of Anguilla is the Mediterranean-style resort Cuisin Art & Spa, an hotel which does credit to its own name.

 

Caneel Bay in St John, one of the American Virgin Islands, welcomes its guests to a string ofseven beaches. The most unspoilt of the US Virgin Islands is home to five hundred species of plants and an exceptional resort.

In March of 2001 Radisson Seven Seas Cruises launched its spectacular new flagship the MS Mariner on its maiden voyage, the very first ship to provide passengers withaut exception with exclusives suites which all have their own balconies.

At Egerner Bay, one of the most beautiful spots on Lake Tegernsee, surrounded by the magnificent scenery of the Bavarian Alps, the successful Dorint Hotel Group has opened a spectacular new five star luxury hotel which provides its guests with bath an hotel and a superb wellness centre.

 

In the unspoilt natural surroundings of the Sithonia peninsula in Greece, those seeking rest and relaxation will find an unusually charming beach resort. Encircled by idyllic pine groves, the private villas which have their own pools heave the discriminating visitor nothing to be desired.

 

The Canary Islands just over a hundred miles off the West Coast of Africa, have been experiencing a tourism boom for many years. The visitor can now experience the eternal Spring climate in the intimate atmosphere of the stylish Grand Hotel.

  Hideaway of the Year 2001

This year's winner is a genuine pearl in the Indian Ocean, the Kanuhura Sun Resort & Spa, which not only reflects the natural beauty of the destination but also has outstanding health and beauty facilities.