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I'm Janine Cifelli. The Jaj of Travel blog is an introduction to some of the world's most exclusive small resorts and hotels. Our hotels often grace the covers of the world's top travel publications and are known by those that seek out the best that travel has to offer. We feature amazing travel offers, give insider tips and share interviews with the stars of the luxury travel industry. We can also help you find that special travel specialist that can help make your travel plans a success. Sign up for special value-added travel offers and earn added amentities as a benefit of being a Jaj of Travel reader.
Just Back from Twin Farms; Judy Stein of Ovation Travel
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We’re so happy to continue with our “Just Back” series. This month we’re featuring Jaj of Travel reader, Ms. Judy Stein of New York. Judy is a talented and knowledgeable travel advisor and Co-President with Ovation Travel. She has great knowledge of some of the world’s best hotels and resorts. Judy and her husband were recent visitors at Twin Farms in Barnard, Vermont. Here are her comments:
- Judy at Twin Farms
Just got back from Twin Farms and all I can say is “WOW!!” My husband and I LOVED the property….we truly loved everything about it! The “Treehouse” accommodation was gorgeous and we really enjoyed it! I was able to see quite a few accommodations. They are all SO unique and wonderful, each in their own way! The food was over the top and we looked forward to each dining experience….from the soufflé pancakes for breakfast to the delicious duck breast with truffled polenta for dinner….all made with the finest local ingredients, we were in heaven! We also loved Eric, the Sommelier, and my husband who is an avid wine collector enjoyed chatting with him about the extensive wines in the hotel’s cellar. Our goal was to do every activity offered and we accomplished pretty much everything, except a bike ride! We hiked, fished, played tennis, billiards, ping pong, darts, used the gym and I had a massage…the hiking was really incredible! The activities made me feel like I was in a luxurious sleep away camp…it truly was so special and we can’t wait to go back!!
- Judy Stein, Ovation Travel, (212) 329-7396 – jstein@ovationtravel.com
Summertime Splendor at Twin Farms
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Don’t let summer slip away before you get away with your family to Twin Farms. Children 14 and over are welcome for the remainder of the season. Two, Three and Four night 5-Star packages from $1,100 per night including complimentary in-room massage for two*… Click here for more.
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Hotel Le Toiny named in T+L’s World’s Best Awards, Best for St. Barts
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Hotel Le Toiny was named Best Resort by T+L on St. Barts
Hotel Le Toiny on St. Barts was named among the World’s Best in Travel + Leisure’s 2010 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey.
Hotel Le Toiny was rated #13 among all Caribbean hotels and resorts and was the highest ranked resort for all of St. Barts. The 2010 survey results are featured on www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest and in the August issue of Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Le Toiny features 15 villa suites with private pools. The hotel has several packages that often include meals, mini cooper convertibles and spa treatments. For reservations and information call Le Toiny at +59 059027 8888 or email contact@letoiny.com
Website: www.letoiny.com
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Palazzo Sasso is named Best Resort in Europe for Travel + Leisure’s 2010 World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey
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Palazzo Sasso, Ravello, Italy on the Amalfi Coast
New York, NY (July 8, 2010) – Palazzo Sasso in Ravello, Italy today was named Best Resort in Europe in Travel + Leisure’s 2010 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. “I am so proud to accept this special award. It’s a real tribute to my staff, who put their hearts and souls into giving our guests the best experience possible while doing what they love to do, ” said General Manager, Aaron Kaupp.
Palazzo Sasso rated #1 among European hotels and resorts and is also ranked #8 on Travel + Leisure‘s 2010 World’s Best Awards list of Top 100 Hotels Overall. The 2010 survey results are featured on www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest and in the August issue of Travel + Leisure.
This is the 15th anniversary of the survey. A questionnaire was made available to Travel + Leisure readers at TLWorldsBest.com from December 15, 2009, to March 31, 2010. Respondents for resorts and hotels were asked to rate them on five characteristics — rooms/facilities, location, service, restaurants/food and value.* “Given the competition, this is amazing for us. We are truly humbled by the response of the readers and we thank them,” added Kaupp.
*Complete survey methodology is available on www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest.
About Palazzo Sasso
Palazzo Sasso is a stunning five star hotel on Italy’s famous Amalfi coast. It was built during the 12th century as a palace for royalty. It opened as a hotel following World War II but closed during the 1970s. The hotel reopened in July 1997, following a $20 million refurbishment. The hotel has 32 rooms and 11 suites and boasts a staff to guest ratio of 2 employees per room. Palazzo Sasso is home to Rossellinis, a two Michelin star restaurant, and two other restaurants serving unique and delicious, unforgettable food. In 2009, the hotel added Sasso by the Sea, the property’s private beach club with saltwater pool, cabanas and small restaurant steps from the Mediterranean.
For reservations and information: +39089818181 or info@palazzosasso.com
Website: www.palazzosasso.com
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