Heinrich Morio, born in the United States to German parents in 1960, joined Jumeirah in the position of General Manager Operations in October 2004. He brings over 25 years of operational experience all of which was spent in some of the finest luxury hotels.

Five Star Alliance: How did you come to be General Manager of the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai?
Mr. Heinrich Morio: I started working in the hotel industry approximately 30 years ago, over the years I have worked in many different functions including restaurants, kitchen and reception. I have worked my way up in the industry and I have now realized my dream of managing a luxury hotel.

Five Star Alliance: Can you share the names of any famous guests who have stayed at Jumeirah Beach, or perhaps regulars that return on a periodic basis?
Mr. Heinrich Morio: All of our guests are important to us and we have many guests who return to us on a regular basis. We .... Continue reading about Heinrich Morio, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and why you should visit »

Meet The Venetian's new neighbor. Las Vegas' newest, most hyped destination resort has opened its doors on The Strip- at the "power corner" on Las Vegas Boulevard and Spring Mountain Road. Developed by Las Vegas Sands Corporation as part of the largest hotel and convention complex in the world, The Palazzo is the $2 billion stand-alone resort that has everyone talking.

The Palazzo is home to 3,000 plush suites, the world-famous Canyon Ranch SpaClub and fitness center, JERSEY BOYS, and the 450,000 square foot retail space, The Shoppes at The Palazzo. Reserve your stay at The Palazzo Resort Hotel »

If you have not already begun planning your Spring 2008 travel - now is the time. Whether you are going to ski (maybe Heli-Skiing in Jackson Hole, WY?), unwind with a spa experience (have you heard of the Evian Experience in Miami?), or warm up on the beach (the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua just reopened ...) - hotels and resorts are offering spectacular deals and pacakges to get you through their doors. Some other noteable travel options we've found for the luxury traveler are:

• St. Regis Hotels & Resort's 7-day Super Sale through January 14th
• O.A.R.S offers Luxury Adventure Vacations - new options for 2008
• February is Romance Month at Cambridge Beaches, Bermuda
• 3, 7, and 14-day Ayurvedic packages at Amangalla in Sri Lanka
• Plaza Athenee's Plaza Festive Offer in Paris
• Ski Free Stay Free Packages at one of RockResort's CO hotels

Why limit the hearts and flowers to Valentines Day? Spread the love throughout the whole month of February with Red Carnation's luxury hotels in London. It's a tough choice picking just one of the fabulous boutique properties for an indulgent overnight stay. There's "41" opposite Buckingham Palace; The Milestone by Kensington Gardens; The Egerton House in Knightsbridge; The Montague in Bloomsbury; The Chesterfield Mayfair and The Rubens next door to "41." The Valentine Romance break (starting at GBP 280 per night) includes luxurious accommodations, half a dozen red roses, a box of luxury chocolates, candles around the bath and petals within, and last but not least - a book of poems to read to each other in bed. Or choose the Valentine Indulgence package (starting from GBP 365 per night) and get all of the above and more! Extras include a bottle of Champagne, a hibiscus flower, and a "Love Hamper with fruits, love hearts, bath salts and body lotion."

Bangkok's all-suite luxury property presents dramatic views of the city from every single room. The world at your feet, gaze out over the pulsating city and the distinctive loops of the Chao Phraya River meandering around skyscrapers. lebua at State Tower is the only place in the city to offer this incredible bird's eye view. What's more- the hotel's balconies are the highest in the city, so you can step out of your suite to enjoy the breeze and drink in awesome sunsets. Dine on the 63rd floor at Sirocco, the world's highest al fresco restaurant, or hit up the trendy Sky Bar. Retire to your room, where the glass wall of window continues the evening's theater of bright lights, big city. In-room, you'll find Bvlgari bath amenities, 330 thread count linens, Petrossian amenities in the mini bar, and all sorts of high tech gadgetry. There's even an in-suite cooking class option with lebua at State Tower's superb chefs.

Once again this month, we've added new hotels to the Five Star Alliance Collection. Instead of listing them all, here are a few (with their photos) - but visit our Newest Luxury Hotels page to see even more.

First Row:
 * Hotel Splendide Royal, Rome, Italy
 * Sofitel Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
 * Grand Hotel Mazarro Sea Palace, Sicily, Italy
 * The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore

Second Row:
 * Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai, Thailand
 * Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay, Sicily, Italy
 * Due Torri Hotel Baglioni, Verona, Italy
 * Liberty Hotel, Sicily, Italy

Training in the Northeast
Just 90 miles from NYC in the lake region of Pennsylvania, the Lodge at Woodloch offers a ll Five Star Alliance guests visiting the property, a comp upgrade upon arrival based on availability and one complimentary personal training session per guest valued at $115.
The Lodge at Woodloch Rates and availability »

More Recommendations »

Featuring lower rates and special value added amenities available only through Five Star Alliance:

lebua at State Tower, Bangkok
The Connaught, London
Hay-Adams Hotel, Washington, DC
Conrad Hotel, Chicago
Loews Hotel Vogue, Montreal
Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, Cape Town
The Berkeley, London
Bryant Park Hotel, New York City
Lodge at Torrey Pines, San Diego
Hotel Victor, Miami Beach
The Jefferson Hotel, Washington, DC
Claridge's, London
Boston Harbor Hotel, Boston
The Milestone Hotel, London

Loews Hotels, North America
All Park Hyatt & Grand Hyatt Hotels

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