The Grand Hibernian
The first luxury rail experience of its kind in Ireland, Belmond Grand Hibernian traverses the sprawling countryside, dramatic coasts and fascinating cities that define this captivating land.
Belmond brings together an exceptional range of luxurious travel experiences in some of the world’s greatest destinations. Belmond Grand Hibernian joins our iconic rail collection, among such legends as the Eastern & Oriental Express and Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
London at Ten Trininty Square
In a landmark of power and prestige, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square provides a central city location, near the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the River Thames. The historic building – the 1922 headquarters of the Port of London Authority – also incorporates 41 Private Residences and the Ten Trinity Square Private Club, a prestigious private member's club from Reignwood, Four Seasons Hotels and Chateau Latour.
LAS VENTANAS AL PARAISO
Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort’s constant innovation built the resort’s reputation as one of the world’s premier destinations. Since opening in 1997, this desert beach hideaway has captivated guests with expansive suites, inspired cuisine and The Spa at Las Ventanas, the resort's sanctuary of renewal and revitalization. Throughout the resort, pampering and reaching out with special touches are the hallmark of refined hospitality.
The exquisite design of Las Ventanas creates a uniquely beautiful setting for Los Cabos vacations, and the resort’s approach to landscaping is key to its look and feel. Designed to be in harmony and become one with the local ambience, Las Ventanas nestles into the natural slope and contours of the land and the external color scheme reflects the white of the sands and ocean surf.
With respect for the desert-to-ocean terrain and ecology, Las Ventanas avoids non-native tropical foliage, incorporating indigenous plants whose natural requirements and characteristics are appropriate to the local climate. Such varietals include cactus, succulents and other desert plants; many are blooming varieties that splash the resort with many brilliant colors.
The Garden Bar
Sure, there’s exotic tea, caviar service, and backgammon. But The Garden Bar, the Montage Beverly Hills’ ground-level lounge, is anything but stodgy. There’s a palpable sense of style from the moment guests step inside: Mid-century modern sofas, posh brass light fixtures, rich finished wood and verdant indoor palms give the former Parq Bar space a chic, contemporary vibe, like you’re visiting the swinging pad of a ‘60s socialite instead of the antiquated abode of a rich ol’ auntie. No stale, contaminated nuts here. Gratis bar food comes in the form of cubed salami and housemade potato chips; in case you weren’t aware, this is Food Network personality and New York chef-superstar Geoffrey Zakarian’s first West Coast joint, and he’s pulling out all the stops. White-jacketed bartenders craft cocktails with only the finest ingredients, which is why the going rate for a sidecar is $22 (made with top-shelf Hennessy VSOP Cognac, if it’s any consolation). You may gawk at the price, but you’ll gawk even more at the bar’s 35-page wine collection covering the globe from British Columbia to the Canary Islands. Sip your crystal glass of Italian orange wine (yes, it’s a thing) as you gaze upon the hoi polloi beyond closed glass doors. You’re so 90210 right now.
By: Danielle Jacoby
Bouchon
Thomas Keller's beloved Bouchon has been feeding denizens of Beverly Hills since 2009, accompanied by Bar Bouchon and Bouchon Bakery. The French brasserie serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and features a raw bar where oysters are aplenty along with mussels, shrimp, clams and more. For breakfast, the pastries are a must—danishes, pecan sticky buns, chocolate croissants. At dinner, the steak frites is one of Bouchon's signature plates, but be sure to stop by on Mondays for their famed Ad Hoc buttermilk fried chicken.
The Rooftop Grill at Montage Beverly Hills
Escape to The Rooftop Grill that sits alongside the mosaic-tiled swimming pool at Montage Beverly Hills hotel, serving up breathtaking views of the Hollywood Hills along with fresh, healthy California cuisine.
A seasonal menu of zestfully flavored favorites, soups, salads and sandwiches makes the most of fresh ingredients hand-selected from local farmers markets and artisanal purveyors. Soak up Los Angeles' warm sunshine while dining fresco and enjoying signature dishes, cold-pressed juices, organic coffee and teas, beer, wine and handcrafted cocktails.
Aventador S
The Aventador S’s new four-wheel steering system reacted instantly when I flicked the wheel, enabling me to avoid contact and possible disaster. Adrenaline-fed laughter cascaded from my diaphragm as I blasted toward the next curve. Few cars can produce such a moment. Introduced in 2011, the Aventador was never just another car: It was a daring advance. A carbon-fiber tub and aluminum subframes in the front and rear formed the chassis. The body was skinned with carbon fiber and aluminum. Lamborghini had the audacity to plant a 6.5-liter V-12 in the middle, using all-wheel drive to allocate the torque. The car proved a success for Lamborghini, with production reaching about 6,000 units in the first 6 years.