Isabella Oliver at New York Fashion Week

February 15, 2010 by Molijn  
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Last week, Isabella Oliver took part in the Red Dress Collection; a fabulous catwalk show at New York Fashion Week in aid of The Heart Truth. The event featured an array of fashion designers and a host of celebrities dressed in their creations - Isabella Oliver dressed US television personality Bethenny Frankel, who looked fabulous on the catwalk in the Isabella Oliver Maternity Ruched One Shoulder Dress.

For more info on this maternity dress, click here

Bethenny Frankel in the Isabelle Oliver Maternity Ruched One Shoulder Dress

Bethenny Frankel in the Isabella Oliver Maternity Ruched One Shoulder Dress

Kempinski Babymoon on Aegean Coast

February 1, 2010 by Molijn  
Filed under Babymoon, Featured Content

Thai Massage at Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay, Bodrum

Thai Massage at Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay, Bodrum

The blissful and priviliged hideaway resort Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay on the most heavenly and enchanting bay of Bodrum, is the unrivaled choice for anyone who prefers luxurious comfort for their limited times of leisure and de-stress all year around.

DINING
During a stay surrounded by the signature Kempinski luxury, guests can enjoy the refined cuisines in the hotel’s restaurants such as; delicious Turkish Aegean Buffet in ‘Olives’, modern fusion of Thai, Vietnamese, Bali and Japanese cuisine in ‘Saigon Club’, light refreshments, cakes and patisseries in ‘Gazebo Lounge Café’, refreshing beverages, snacks and seafood & grilled meals all day long in ‘Barbarossa Beach & Grill’, delicious snacks and beverages either at ‘The Pool Restaurant and Bar’ or in ‘Bar Blue’, and delicious Italian tastes in ‘La Luce’.

Chill Out Lounge

Chill Out Lounge

SIX SENSES SPA at KEMPINSKI
In winter as well, you can warm-up by the fireplace overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Aegean, or enjoy the heated indoor pool, whirlpools and the chill-out lounge, designed all for your comfort and pleasure.
Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay is home to the very exclusive award winning Six Senses Spa, with its 5.500 sqm area of use, assures a renewed high-qualified well-being, through balancing your senses… Six Senses Spas ensures Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay is the byword for quality spa therapies and programmes that relax and rejuvenate. The Private Spa Suite, which is ‘spa within a spa’, provides exclusive privacy along with extensive facilities.
As being Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group, Kempinski has built its reputation on the belief that exclusivity and individuality are key elements of true luxury…

Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

ACCOMMODATION
Feel like sailing through the Aegean in your room with the Sense of Privacy Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay Bodrum offers 148 spacious and exclusive guest rooms and 25 splendid suites, all overlooking the magnificent Aegean Sea view. All the luxurious rooms and suites are decorated with the harmonious blend of authentic Mediterranean architecture and contemporary Aegean design with an elegant touch. Every little detail is considered to make your time truly unique and to provide you with the maximum relaxation and privacy.

FOR FAMILIES……..(your first family holiday)
During the arrival of the families, all children receive a Kempi Kids Welcome Book (Story of Kempi the Turtle, Games, and colouring pages) at the airport to make their transfers to the hotel more enjoyable.
Upon room arrival, they receive a copy of the Kempi Kids program with their welcome amenity, a chocolate cake in the shape of Kempi the Turtle. They have their names written in chocolate on the plate – if received prior to arrival.
The special ‘KempiKids Club’, which is being operated in partnership with a private local kindergarten, offers an environment where learning is fun. KempiKids Club is operating indoors in the KempiKids Club area, and as well around the pool and at the beach. While families relax and enjoy the restaurants, bars, beach, pool, spa or one of the  many outdoor and indoor leisure facilities, their children enjoy many games and activities under the supervision of the trained staff. Besides, baby sitting services are available upon request. KempiKids Club is open from 09:00am to 09:00pm.
Further more, the ‘Turtle Club’, specially designed for children, located within the Olives Restaurant, provides a fun and safe environment where kids can enjoy a delicious and healthy meal with their friends. The professional trained staff will be ready to watch out the children here as well. In the mornings, like the Olives Restaurant itself, ‘Turtle Club’ offer kids an open-buffet gourmet breakfast right for their taste, satisfactory even for the most demanding child. The open buffet offers Milupa varieties as well as baby breakfast foods.
The hide-away resort Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay offers a thorough peace within, as well a much more than an ordinary holiday for the kids filled with different adventures and discovery during their stays.

BABYMOON EXPERIENCE
Feel relaxed and refreshed with the Kempinski Babymoon Package during your pregnancy. Six Senses Spa professionals have prepared a soothing package for you to physically relieve you, to make you feel energetic and to help to deliver your baby comfortably.

The 7 night Babymoon Package includes :
•Accommodation in a Sea View Room
•Gourmet Breakfast until 12.00 noon
•Airport shuttle service to Bodrum Airport
•Extensive Treatments from ‘Six Senses Spa’ specially prepared for pregnant women :

- Nurturing Pregnancy Massage (50 minutes)
- Soothing Facial (80 minutes)
- Rose Body Cocoon (50 minutes)
- Olive oil and salt body polish (50 minutes)
- Foot Recovery (25 minutes)
- Head & Shoulder Massage (25 minutes)
- Pregnancy Yoga (40 minutes)
- Water Aerobics (30 minutes) & Breathing Exercise (15 minutes)
- Full Body Massage for Daddy (50 minutes)

For more details about this Babymoon experience, please visit
www.baby-moon.eu/kempinskihotelbarbarosbaybodrum.html

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Official Website of Turkish Culture and Tourism Office

The Official Tourism Portal of Turkey, Go Turkey

Bodrum Aiport (BJV = AIRPORT CODE)

Babymoon hideaway in the Algarve

February 1, 2010 by Molijn  
Filed under Babymoon

Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa, overlooking the Pool & Family Suites

Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa, overlooking the Pool & Family Suites

The five star Vale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa in an exclusive resort with panoramic views over the surrounding hills and adjoining golf course. This is your hideaway for an exclusive Babymoon in the year-round Algarve destination.

LOCATION
Centrally located, only 5 minutes from Carvoeiro, 13 kilometers from Portimão Arena and Formula One motor racing circuit and just 45 minutes Faro international airport. Some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches are within easy reach, as well as various golf courses. Transfers from/to Faro airport can be arranged (at a cost).

Family Suite

Family Suite at night

ACCOMMODATION

All accommodation units have individual air‐conditioning, flat screen satellite TV, direct dial telephone, private bathrooms with hairdryer & razor point, in‐room safes, WiFi and Azarro amenities. Hotel rooms are equipped with mini‐bar and coffee & tea making facilities. The Family suites have a fully fitted and equipped kitchen, DVD player with Dolby surround, fire place and terrace.

DINING
The Olive Tree Restaurant offers  Portuguese and Mediterranean cuisine, prepared with the most fresh ingredients. The restaurant is open all day and serves full buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The Jasmin Bar is the relaxing point overlooking the swimming pool, surrounding by gardens. Snacks and drinks are available. Weekly BBQ during summer season.

The Terrace Bar is located in the restaurant’s area with direct access to the terrace, ideal for a drink or tea in a peaceful atmosphere.

Olive Tree in the Garden

Olive Tree in the Garden

ACTIVITIES NEARBY
Zoomarine, Slide & Splash waterslide park, the castle of Silves, a variety of water sports and other entertainment and recreational options are nearby the Resort. Various tours can be booked and organized with the Hotel Concierge.

Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

AMENITIES AND SERVICES
- Baby sitting service
‐ Concierge
‐ Doctor on call
‐ Free outdoor parking
‐ Laundry service
‐ Luggage hold
‐ Airport transfer on request
‐ 24 hour room service
‐ Safety deposit box in rooms
‐ 2 bars
‐ 1 restaurant
‐ Spa offering massage/beauty treatments & steam bath
‐ Business centre (fax & internet)
‐ Outdoor pool & children’s pool
‐ Health Club offering gymnasium, heated indoor pool, sauna and Jacuzzi
- Kids Club
- Wireless internet access
‐ 2 hardcourt tennis courts

BABYMOON AT Vale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa

Vale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa is offering a well deserved relaxing Babymoon for you and your partner.
The Babymoon Package includes :

  • Three (3) nights accommodation in a Double Room (2 adults)
  • VIP Treatment in the room upon arrival
  • One (1) “sleep-in” breakfast in the room on the morning after the arrival
  • Two (2) Buffet Breakfast in Restaurant The Olive Tree
  • Pre-natal treatment(s) for her : One (1) mother-to-be treatment and one (1) pedicure
    [The mother-to-be treatment can only be performed from 16 weeks pregnancy onwards. The mother-to-be treatment is a comforting, cocooning, safe pre-natal treatment for the expectant mum, releasing anxieties and leaving you with inner strength and peace]
  • Treatment for him : One (1) relaxing massage and one (1) steam bath session
  • One (1) Dinner for two in Restaurant The Olive Tree (3 course menu – Chef’s suggestion, no drinks included)
  • Use of indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and fitness room
  • Gift for Baby

The Babymoon Package is starting from 490,- euro for 2 persons and 3 nights. For more details about this Babymoon, please visit www.baby-moon.eu

TRAVEL INFORMATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Faro Int’l Airport 60 Kms : AIRPORTCODE = FAO

Portimão 13 Kms : AIRPORTCODE = PRM

Albufeira 15 Kms

Visit Algarve, a website of the Algarve Tourism Board

Visit Portugal, a website of  the Official Tourism Office of Portugal