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Sleek & Chic | Hotel Parco dei Principi, Sorrento, Italy

By Dian Hasan | May 16, 2010

Designed in 1964 by iconic Italian architect Gio Ponti, the Hotel Parco dei Principi in Sorrento, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, is an essential stop for architecture and design aficionadoes, who come to experience the all-encompassing Ponti aesthetic. Born in Milan and trained as an architect, the prolific Ponti designed buildings, interiors, furniture, and lighting, and founded the magazine Domus.

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Today’s Hottest Destinations: Rooftops! (10 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

Dealing directly with travelers on a daily basis has its rewards. Hotels are among the first to spot changing travel trends. And they are also fast in accommodating them. Such gave rise to the hotel Spa, a profit center that every hotel and resort had to get their hands on.

So what’s hot now? It seems that all the hottest action is taking place on the rooftop! Here’s a look at how rooftops are transforming the hotel, dining, lounging and nightlife experience in urban centers across the globe. (click on the pictures to find out)

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Today’s Hottest Destinations: Rooftops! (9 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

Dealing directly with travelers on a daily basis has its rewards. Hotels are among the first to spot changing travel trends. And they are also fast in accommodating them. Such gave rise to the hotel Spa, a profit center that every hotel and resort had to get their hands on.

So what’s hot now? It seems that all the hottest action is taking place on the rooftop! Here’s a look at how rooftops are transforming the hotel, dining, lounging and nightlife experience in urban centers across the globe. (click on the pictures to find out)

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Today’s Hottest Destinations: Rooftops! (6 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

Dealing directly with travelers on a daily basis has its rewards. Hotels are among the first to spot changing travel trends. And they are also fast in accommodating them. Such gave rise to the hotel Spa, a profit center that every hotel and resort had to get their hands on.

So what’s hot now? It seems that all the hottest action is taking place on the rooftop! Here’s a look at how rooftops are transforming the hotel, dining, lounging and nightlife experience in urban centers across the globe. (click on the pictures to find out)

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Today’s Hottest Destinations: Rooftops! (5 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

Dealing directly with travelers on a daily basis has its rewards. Hotels are among the first to spot changing travel trends. And they are also fast in accommodating them. Such gave rise to the hotel Spa, a profit center that every hotel and resort had to get their hands on.

So what’s hot now? It seems that all the hottest action is taking place on the rooftop! Here’s a look at how rooftops are transforming the hotel, dining, lounging and nightlife experience in urban centers across the globe. (click on the pictures to find out)

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World’s Dreamiest Resort Pools, Unite! (9 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

What would a resort stay experience be without a pool? Unthinkable! Pools have come a long way, playing a central role in creating a distinctive experience and serving as a social hub. Integral to any hotel’s brand identity and brand experience. Here’s a look at some of world’s sexiest resort pools!

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World’s Dreamiest Resort Pools, Unite! (8 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

What would a resort stay experience be without a pool? Unthinkable! Pools have come a long way, playing a central role in creating a distinctive experience and serving as a social hub. Integral to any hotel’s brand identity and brand experience. Here’s a look at some of world’s sexiest resort pools!

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World’s Dreamiest Resort Pools, Unite! (7 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

What would a resort stay experience be without a pool? Unthinkable! Pools have come a long way, playing a central role in creating a distinctive experience and serving as a social hub. Integral to any hotel’s brand identity and brand experience. Here’s a look at some of world’s sexiest resort pools!

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World’s Dreamiest Resort Pools, Unite! (6 of 10)

By Dian Hasan | November 22, 2009

What would a resort stay experience be without a pool? Unthinkable! Pools have come a long way, playing a central role in creating a distinctive experience and serving as a social hub. Integral to any hotel’s brand identity and brand experience. Here’s a look at some of world’s sexiest resort pools!

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Sleek & Chic ~ Boscolo Exedra Milan, Italy

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For a city that is recognized as a major force in Global Fashion, Milan has a surprising lack of design hotels. A newcomer, Exedra Milano, hopes to fill that gap with a distinctive design statement.

Occupying a former bank building, after a year of construction € 150 million in renovations, Boscolo Exedra features now 154 rooms, 9 thematic suites (including Cinema, Sport, Family, Romantic and Milano) and conference rooms with views of the stately Duomo smack in the city center.

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