The Blog, by Splendia http://blog.splendia.com Ensuring you always travel in style Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:46:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Welcome to Miami… http://blog.splendia.com/2012/02/02/welcome-to-miami/ http://blog.splendia.com/2012/02/02/welcome-to-miami/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:15:36 +0000 Francesca http://blog.splendia.com/?p=13944 Welcome to Miami…

Martha Valdivia is Hotel Business Director for the Americas, based in Splendia’s Miami office.  Sunshine, soft sand beaches, fabulous restaurants, exclusive shops and a world-renowned nightlife... Martha welcomes us to Miami! Describe Miami in three words? Vibrant. Diverse. Enticing. What … Continue reading →

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Imagine reclining on an elegant sun lounger, waves lulling in the distance and the only thought crossing your mind being which mouth-watering, thirst quenching cocktail to order next... At Hotel Christopher Saint Barth this dream can become a reality. Luxury … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and nothing is more romantic than treating your loved one to a weekend away. While classic romantic destinations such as Paris, Rome and Venice are tried and tested, why not surprise someone special … Continue reading →

]]> http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/26/sealed-with-a-kiss/feed/ 0 The Timeless Glamour of Hotel Bars http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/23/the-timeless-glamour-of-hotel-bars/ http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/23/the-timeless-glamour-of-hotel-bars/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:27 +0000 Poppy http://blog.splendia.com/?p=13955 The Timeless Glamour of Hotel Bars

The movies have a lot to answer for. From Pretty Woman to Lost In Translation – some of our most treasured pieces of cinema feature a memorable hotel bar scene.  Would Dustin Hoffman have been so seduced by Mrs. Robinson … Continue reading →

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New York is one of those cities everyone should visit in their lifetime... Brought up in Queens, NY, Kevin Lee is IT Project Manager in Splendia's Barcelona office. We asked him to give us some recommendations on his favourite places … Continue reading →

]]> http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/19/the-big-apple/feed/ 0 Isla Mujeres: Mexico’s Best Kept Secret http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/16/isla-mujeres-mexicos-best-kept-secret/ http://blog.splendia.com/2012/01/16/isla-mujeres-mexicos-best-kept-secret/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:04:54 +0000 Splendia Blog Editor http://blog.splendia.com/?p=9588 Isla Mujeres: Mexico’s Best Kept Secret

Sitting in the Caribbean Sea between Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and the island of Cuba lies a seven-kilometre-long Mexican paradise; Isla Mujeres. In addition to boasting exceptional beauty and a spectacular landscape, Isla Mujeres oozes history and heritage. The unspoiled retreat … Continue reading →

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What is it? The traditional Cypriot meze meaning ‘small delicacies’ consists of six to 30 small dishes, ranging from meat and fish to dips, vegetables and cheese. What’s in it? A Cypriot meze usually starts with pitta bread and delicious … Continue reading →

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One way to truly see the sights of a city is from high up in the sky. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the best places from which to take in spectacular views of 10 of our … Continue reading →

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Barcelona is not only home to one of the splendid Splendia offices, but also to a range of exquisite luxury hotels. Here, we've chosen our pick of the best design hotels that sit dotted throughout the incredible Catalan capital. Housed … Continue reading →

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Summer might seem far away but savvy travellers are already planning ahead, and those busy arranging a trip to Florence should not forget to make time for a visit to the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum, which will be hosting an exhibition … Continue reading →

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