The G1 is Nottage Design’s flagship pool table, complete with ball return built into the designer frame for the ultimate aesthetics. By making a feature of pocketed balls, there’s no more guessing which ball just went in! The frame is highly rigid and heavy providing excellent support to the glass and features a precision levelling system.

The playing area is made of the patented Vitrik transparent surface on top of a 15mm toughened glass top. This premium safety glass is four to six times stronger than standard glass and being very rigid and flat, is not prone to sagging or warping so provides a great alternative to slate.

The Vitrik playing surface replicates the rolling resistance of an average speed cloth. It is hard wearing, allows spin to be applied and retains consistent roll characteristics over its lifetime.

Designed to be the ultimate, cutting-edge statement to complement the most contemporary and luxurious interior, the G1 pool table is available in a choice of colours, bumper fabric and glass tint. Each one comes complete with high quality 2.25″ balls, a triangle, two matching silver cues and a bridge stick.

£37,000 / €44,000 / $58,000 – www.nottagedesign.com

Since opening in 1964, the Kahala has hosted every American President since Lyndon Baines Johnson, legions of foreign royalty and dignitaries, a plethora of cinema and rock stars, and even the Dalai Lama. A $52 million renovation project on its rooms, signature suites and public areas was completed in 2009 bringing the resort firmly into the 21st century.

On location
At the very end of one of O‘ahu’s most scenic drives around the iconic Diamond Head Crater landmark, The Kahala Hotel & Resort is private and secluded without being remote. It’s situated in one of O‘ahu’s most exclusive residential neighbourhoods fronting an 800-foot stretch of sugary white-sanded beach. The well-manicured greens of the prestigious Waialae Country Club border the property on one side while the ocean protects its borders and limits access on the other.

Just minutes away is Kahala Mall with shopping, theatre and restaurants, the Islamic-styled ocean-side estate of famed heiress Doris Duke, and Honolulu’s largest Farmer’s Market. Just a little further a field is Oahu’s cosmopolitan ocean playground – Waikiki, some of Hawaii’s great snorkelling and surfing beaches – Hanauma Bay and Sandy Beach, and challenging world-class golf courses – Ko’olau and Luana Hills Country Club. Honolulu International Airport is a quick and convenient 12 miles away on the H-1 freeway.

Away from home comforts
The Kahala’s Tower and Dolphin wings feature 338 elegant rooms with contemporary comforts such as wireless internet access, his-and-her vanities and closets and Sony 40-inch flat screened LCD TVs.

Views range from ocean expanses with Diamond Head and Koko Head Craters, to golf fairways and lush tropical gardens.

Signature Suites
The Kahala Kai and Kahala Beach Suites offer increased seclusion and privacy near the Dolphin Lagoon and are only steps away from beautiful Kahala Beach. They create a contemporary and distinctly island-style ambience complete with dining table and an outdoor barbecue grill perfect for entertaining family or up to 50 guests.

The Presidential Suite, with its magnificent ocean views, is favoured by guests for its residential grand beach estate feel. The two-bedroom living space features dark woods, clean white details and a demure colour scheme.

The Imperial Suite is a spacious, 2,200 square foot sanctuary offering separate master bedroom, living room, and office spaces designed with Hawaiian residential sensibilities for increased comfort. The apartment features commanding views of the Pacific Ocean from Koko Head to Diamond Crater.

This suite has hosted England’s Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Phillip, Prince Charles and Princess Diana; India’s Prime Minister Indira Gandhi; their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan; and Monaco’s Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, among many other celebrities, Heads of State and captains of global industry.

At your leisure
The Kahala Spa, with its serene outdoor lounge, couples’ massage and treatment rooms and exclusive brands of spa products, is an idyllic spot for pampering and rejuvenation for all. Hawaii is a pre-eminent wellness destination and so the spa embraces Hawaiian culture as well as techniques from around the world. Treatments are inspired by the beliefs of the ancient Hawaiians and infused with influences of Asian cultures. Each treatment room has 550 square feet of space and features a personal relaxation area, changing area, private shower and landscaped courtyard of native Hawaiian flora.

Complementary scuba, surfing or stand-up paddle boarding lessons, or hands-on experiences in Hawaiian crafts such as lei making, hula, or strumming a ukulele are regularly scheduled for guests’ enjoyment. A team of Kahala Beach Butlers brings on the pampering whether poolside or on the beach, with food beverage service and Wi-Fi connections. Children can enjoy The Kahala’s Keiki Club and adventure activities such as reef walks, bamboo pole fishing, and Hawaiian arts and crafts.

Personal trainers at the CHI Health Energy fitness centre will customise a complete fitness program in consultation with guests’ home fitness counsellors and Pilates, hula aerobics and beach workout classes are also available. Golf outings, eco-tours and ocean adventures such as deep-sea fishing, parasailing or whale watching, can all be easily arranged through Kahala’s full-service concierge.

The Kahala’s exquisite fine dining opportunities include five restaurants and lounges from which to choose. As an example, the renowned and award-winning Hoku’s offers gourmet Asian and Pacific-influenced cuisine under the skilled and creative hands of master chef Wayne Hirabayashi.

Must do…
Swim with the playful Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins in Kahala’s 26,000 square foot natural lagoon. The Dolphin Quest trainers offer daily education programs where guests can experience these wonderful animals up-close.

Costs
Daily rate from £304 / €363 / $475

Contact
Visit www.kahalaresort.com or call +1 (808) 739 8888

The Jacob & Co Grand Collection is like the original Five Timezones watch in displaying the local time, as well as the time in four reference cities around the globe. Each one of which is a global hub for both 24-hour commerce and a cultural life that never sleeps.

However, unlike the earlier Five Timezones watch, it shows the local time on a dial of the same dimensions as the other timezones, allowing the overall shape of the watch to take the shape of a pentagon. This is a most unusual and distinctive choice which has very seldom been used in the entire history of wristwatch design.
£8,200 – www.frostoflondon.co.uk

The attention to detail in the electronics of BeoVision 4 is matched by its looks with a smooth brushed aluminium finish and precise, diamond-cut joints. This slender profile is accentuated by the triangular BeoLab 10 centre speaker, designed to hang below the screen.

All of the VisionClear picture quality technologies are designed to ensure the highest quality picture possible. For example, the ‘automatic picture control’ sensor continuously measures the ambient light in the room and adjusts the light output from the screen accordingly. This guarantees the best viewing experience whether day or night, or whether your walls are white or wallpapered.

approx £66,000 / €78,950 / $105,000 – www.bang-olufsen.com

Most of Cambodia’s islands scattered across the blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand remain undeveloped offering deserted oases of virgin rainforests, tropical reefs and white beaches. Song Saa resort spans the islands of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong, connected by a footbridge over a marine reserve that has been established to safeguard the islands’ reefs and marine life including dugongs, seahorses and exotic species of tropical fish.

With the recent opening of the international airport at Sihanoukville, tourism in this tropical paradise is a growing trend. Rising to meet this demand, Song Saa will be positioned at the top end of the market for luxury resorts in Cambodia as well as setting a high environmental precedent.

On location

Song Saa Private Island is just a one-hour flight by private plane from Siem Reap or 30 minutes by boat after landing at Sihanoukville International Airport. Siem Reap has direct, daily flights to Asia’s main airport hubs such as Bangkok and Singapore making Song Saa a remarkably accessible, yet remote property.

Away from home comforts

There are 27 intimate villas at Song Saa, all built from sustainable materials and in perfect harmony with the natural environment. Uncompromising on luxury, they are designed to reflect the simple beauty of the surroundings.

Highly individual in design, the resort is inspired by Cambodian fishing villages with features such as over-water buildings, thatch roofs, rough-hewn natural timbers and drift wood furnishings. Guests will enjoy uninterrupted sunrise or sunset views from their Overwater, Beach or Jungle Villas, complete with private pools and all the creature comforts Robinson Crusoe could only fantasise about.

Each villa promises a sanctuary where guests can shower looking out over the ocean, sip cocktails whilst watching the sun set from their private veranda or have the resort’s chef treat them and their guests to fresh seafood under the stars. A twobedroom Royal Villa comes complete with its own private jetty for speedboat arrival and offers exceptional luxury and privacy for those in search of a discrete island hideaway.

At your leisure

Song Saa is working closely with government and non-governmental organisations, conservation authorities, marine biologists and community leaders to protect the environment and safeguard local livelihoods in a sustainable way. All this makes its Dive Centre one of the island’s leading attractions. It has a fully fledged marine biology team which will arrange all sorts of activities to showcase the local villages, marine life, nature and neighbouring islands; some of which are mountainous so offer amazing hikes, nature trails, wildlife and waterfalls.

A beachside water-sports centre offers sailing, diving, kayaking and snorkelling, while more relaxing activities include a Cambodian cooking school, champagne sunset cruises, stargazing and a moonlit cinema. The resort also has a spa set on its own island, providing the perfect location to enjoy a fantastic array of treatments, alongside a wellness centre for yoga and meditation. Romantic dining can be enjoyed at the Overwater Restaurant, where guests can sample dishes created by Neil Wager, the former executive chef from North Island.

Must do . . .

Explore the rainforest wildlife and nature by taking a day’s walking tour with Song Saa’s English-speaking guides.

Costs

From £430 / €500 / $668 per person per night including all meals and drinks, laundry, mini-bar, speedboat transfer from the neighbouring island of Koh Rong and most watersports, activities and excursions.

Contact

Call +855 777 774 39 or visit www.songsaa.com

€195,000 – www.doettling.com

An award-winning idyllic retreat fringed with pristine coral reefs, crystal clear waters and powdery white beaches, Lizard Island offers the postcard perfect setting for an unforgettable holiday. What’s more, it has no mobile phone coverage, which allows visitors to switch off in more ways than one!

On location

Lizard Island is Australia’s northernmost island beach resort, located 240 kilometres north of Cairns and 27 kilometres off the coast of North Queensland. Right on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, the island forms a National Park covering 1,013 hectares with 24 sandy beaches and a lagoon. It’s accessed by air from Cairns Airport in northern Queensland, which, in turn, is accessible from all major Australian airports and directly from some cities in Asia.

Away from home comforts

With just 40 beautifully appointed villas and suites, guests can choose from the shoreline Anchor Bay Suites; Sunset Suites set high on a ridge with stunning views out over the beach and sea; or for complete privacy The Pavilion with its spectacular 270-degree panorama, expansive deck and private plunge pool to take a cooling dip.

Anchor Bay Rooms

Within a tropical garden setting with easy access to Anchor Bay and the beach, these rooms have a private balcony. Interiors are compact but comfortable and include a Bose sound system with CD player and iPod connectivity. Each Anchor Bay Room includes either a king-size bed or two double beds.

Sunset Point Villas

High on Sunset Ridge amongst native eucalyptus bushland and providing filtered sea views over
Anchor Bay or Sunset Beach, these villas offer privacy and easy access to a string of secluded beaches. Each one has a private deck with comfortable Australian timber chairs and a hammock. Sunset Point Villas also feature a Bose sound system with CD player.

Anchor Bay Suites

Set in a broad sweeping arc along Anchor Bay, with easy access to the main Lodge, Anchor Bay Suites offer captivating sea views and a pathway from each one leading directly to the beach. Seamlessly blending indoors and out in an elegant and spacious open plan design, a large veranda with daybed is one of the many comforts.

The Pavilion

High above the Coral Sea and on the point of Sunset Ridge, The Pavilion combines complete privacy with a spectacular 270-degree panorama of Anchor Bay, Osprey Island and Sunset Beach. An expansive decking area incorporates a private plunge pool, sun lounges and a daybed area, inviting guests to relax and take in the stunning views, leaving the balcony free to stroll on.

At your leisure

With the opportunity to experience some of the world’s most sensational diving, snorkelling right off the beach, gourmet picnics on hidden away beaches and indulgent spa treatments in the Azure Spa, unforgettable moments are never far away. As for dining, the island is well-known for its exceptional fresh Australian gourmet cuisine, superb Australian and New Zealand wine list and freeflowing champagne, Guests can enjoy a candlelit dinner on the veranda of Ospreys Restaurant overlooking the beach or a more intimate private dining experience – sand under foot, stars up above – with a seven-course degustation menu on the beach.

Must do…

Take a trip on Lizard Island’s purpose-built dive boat, the MV Serranidae. It operates half and full day excursions to stunning inner and outer reef diving sites, including the world famous Cod Hole, renowned for its huge, but friendly, Potato Cod.

Costs

From £2,899 / €3,368 / $4,503 per person per week, inclusive of all meals, selected alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, motorised dinghies, paddle skis, sailboards, glass bottom boat trips and many island activities. Lizard Island can also be hired exclusively from £97,530 / €113,355 / $151,510 for a two-night stay.

Contact

Call Tailor Made Travel on +44 (0)845 456 8050 or visit www.lizardisland.com.au

The highly resistant special varnish has been tested under the harshest conditions to guarantee optimal protection and ensure that the wooden bathtub will have a very long service life. There are several different fine woods, shapes and fittings to choose from so that you can select your preferred, personal model. Attractive optical accents can be set with different pebbles or a choice of other materials. Last but not least, due to their modular form of construction, the tubs can be supplied as fully equipped Jacuzzis and be installed directly into a bathroom or even a yacht.

£17,290 / €19,860 / $27,680
www.alegna.ch

Hollywood Hills California

The affluent and exclusive neighbourhood of Hollywood Hills is in the south-eastern Santa Monica Mountains. Although Hollywood has long represented the glitz and glamour of the film, television, and music industries, most studios have moved away from this quirky district in favour of other Los Angeles’ neighbourhoods. However, Hollywood still attracts millions of visitors each year who travel there to pay homage to their favourite stars and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some world famous celebrities.

Play

Hollywood Boulevard

The ‘heart’ of Hollywood is at the intersection of Hollywood Blvd and Highland Avenue where most of the most famous Hollywood tourist attractions can be found. These include celebities’ hand/footprints in the cement courtyard of the Chinese Theatre, the Kodak Theatre, Hollywood and Highland entertainment complex, Madame Tussaud’s and more. A short walk away are more of the familiar attractions, such as the Hollywood Wax Museum and Ripley’s Believe it or Not.

Stay

The London West Hollywood

Situated in the Hollywood Hills along the famous Sunset Strip, overlooking fabulous views of the Los Angeles and Beverly Hills skylines, The London West Hollywood is convenient to all that the city has to offer. Honoured with the AAA Four Diamond award, and recognised by both Conde Nast Traveler on its ‘Hot List’ for 2009 and Travel + Leisure as the No. 1 hotel in California on its ‘World’s Best’ list for 2010, this all-suite West Hollywood hotel, formerly known as the Bel Age hotel, expertly combines modern style with the allure of Hollywood.
www.thelondonwesthollywood.com

Shop

Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills

The stretch of shops and boutiques on Rodeo Drive is only three blocks long but they constitute the most famous shopping district in America, and probably the most expensive three blocks of shops in the world. It’s here that the rich and famous do their shopping, and where tourists window-shop while trying to spot movie stars on the fabled street.

Dine

Ago Restaurant, West Hollywood

This chic Italian restaurant caters to the film industry’s power crowd. Robert DeNiro is part owner, so the star power is bound to stick! It’s famous for delicious brick oven pizza, health-conscious pasta, fish, and meat dishes. The clientele comes here for casual upscale Italian food on the al fresco terrace, bordered by cypress, olive trees and covered with tendrils of grapevines and bougainvillea, or in the somewhat rustic dining room. The open kitchen and bar add ambience to the space.
www.agorestaurant.com

Completed in January of this year, the $188 million all encompassing renovation has brought the Sheraton Waikiki to a new level of standing in upscale facilities. Latest additions include a new lobby, two new pools, new landscaping and water features, improvements to the porte-cochere, and complete room renovations.

On location
Waikiki itself is a neighbourhood of Honolulu on the south shore of the island of O’ahu, in Hawaii. Centrally located within Honolulu, on Kalakaua Avenue, the resort is right on the beach and just minutes away from world class shopping and dining.

Away from home comforts
Each room features flat screen cable television, a coffee maker, hair dryer, purchasable in-room movies, complementary safe, an iron and ironing board, and complimentary bath amenities created exclusively for Sheraton guests. The resort also offers guests additional amenities including unlimited high speed internet access, self-parking for one car, unlimited local and 1-800 calls, fitness classes, and free meals for children specific to the hotel’s restaurants.

At your leisure
The new Helumoa Playground, the first ‘superpool’ in Waikiki, spans over 1,500 square feet of beachfront property on Waikiki Beach. Built in December 2008, this $8 million project features a 15-foot high by 70 foot long water slide, two fresh water swimming pools treated by a state-of-the-art salt chlorination treatment system, an interactive fountain area for children, two large whirlpools with breathtaking views of Waikiki Beach, chaise water sunning benches, delicious food and beverage, and a pool hut. Family activities such as water slide races, hula races, lei making, storytelling, and star-gazing are also included.

Opened in 2009, the infinity edge pool is the $6 million amenity to provide adult guests with a relaxed atmosphere by way of a seamless pool-to-ocean mirage affect. The first infinity pool in Waikiki, it is situated just feet above the ocean, allowing adults to enjoy the sweeping views of Waikiki Beach. For active guests, the Sheraton Fitness Programme by Core Performance is a new regime offered in the fitness centre which is open 24 hours a day.

Other indulgent facilities provided include free DVD players with movies, cold water misting throughout the day, oshibori (moist towels), fruit popsicles, sweet pineapple samplings and mp3 players with select Hawaiian music. The pool deck offers 125 lounge chairs accompanied by large umbrellas, and close accessibility to the resort’s signature pool bar called the Edge of Waikiki.

The hotel features four restaurants located on site:

• RumFire is a contemporary dining experience offering the largest selection of vintage rum in Hawaii, exotic Bahawaiian themed cuisine, and dramatic fire pits.
• Kai Market is a restaurant inspired by the ‘food fare’ of plantation tables 130 years ago that encouraged an influx of ethnic cuisine, and serves a locally inspired breakfast and dinner.
• The Edge of Waikiki is Waikiki’s newest pool bar serving a fresh array of dishes created from the farm-to-table concept, utilising as much local produce as possible.
• Ingredients is Honolulu’s newest product of innovative dining, an all day casual and healthy eating option.

Finally, the first ever Sheraton Club lounge in Waikiki, the Leahi Club Lounge is brand new, opened in 2011 as a $1 million investment to reward Starwood Preferred Guests. It offers heavy appetisers, flat screen televisions, printers, computers and lounge and seating areas.

Must do…
Take part in the Hawaiian Hula Experience! This is an opportunity to spend a fun hour learning how to hula dance under the shade of the Helumoa trees.

Costs
Based on double occupancy only per night:
Oceanfront rooms from £466 / €531 / $755
Ocean Suites from £926 / €1,055 / $1,500

Contact
+1 (808) 922 4422
www.sheraton-waikiki.com