Power Walk

After a great party but a late night!! Both Lena and I decided that a full day of power walk would be the best for us.

The picture is taken from our hotelroom at SHA. We walked all the way to the old town of Altea, which is located up on the mountain that you can see far back.

Walking by the sea, with a breeze is nice when it's 36!

The last 500 metres before reaching the top of the old town. Please note the perfect jogging outfit! At least I had packed down the jogging shoes!

La Capella was the perfect place for late Sunday lunch. A lovely terrace with magnificent view.

The food was delicious; medium grilled beef with spinach. I was dying for a piece of meat ( which they don't serve at SHA) An other good reason for a power walk. Lena in picture.

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Unforgettable Summer Party

I was invited to the traditional Summer Party at SHA. This party is a big, fantastic happening not only for the local society but for many international guests.

The terraces were beatifully decorated

450 invited guests

Great entertainment; opera, fashon show and Michelle Mcain, a lovely jazz singer

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The owner of SHA , Alfredo Bataller and my friend Lena Lones

Alfredo Bataller Jr with a friend

Alejandro Bataller and his girlfriend

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Time to relax

It's time to relax and be prepared for the the big party at SHA tonight. You will defenitely here more about that...

Beautiful terraces for relaxation

The view from one of the terraces.

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A Winning Cod

The food at SHA is delicious. You can chose to eat Macrobiotics, have special diets created for you or just select something from the sophisticated a la carte menu.

If you have special preferences of achievements when planning your trip to SHA, please talk to our professional staff or me and we make sure your visit will meet your expectations. I have been here many times now and it's always my pleasure to guide you

Sweetened crispy cod, hot potato foam, vanilla oil with rovellon, became the hit of today's lunch.

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Arriving in Style

My tour continues and this evening I arrived to Valencia, an hour and a half drive to SHA, my favorite spa resort in Spain, that is located close to the picturesque village of Altea. If you arrive to Alicante it's only one hour drive.

The pick up from the airport is in a white Mercedes with a safe and nice driver.

The scenery is beautiful, lovely small villages with vineyards

I'm sure I will drink plenty of my favorite Spanish water. It's 35 in the shade and 46 in the sun at the moment. AC is appreciated.

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A day in Antibes

We are spending the day visiting Antibes and having a lovely lunch at the Eden Roc.

The old town of Antibes

Picasso Museum located in the Grimaldi Castle in Antibes

Visit of Hotel du Cap and Eden Roc.

Brice Kemper, the Sales and Marketing Manager took very good care of us

A great lunch at the Eden Roc.

The view is stunning and the atmosphere is relaxing

Why not end the day with a dip in the saltwater pool.

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Breakfast Celebration

Our valued Select Collection clients will always find champagne for breakfast at Carlton in Cannes


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Full Moon and Fireworks!

I was invited by the Carlton Hotel for the Traditional Firework Festival in Cannes. The exclusive dinner was at the Beachclub of the hotel.


One stunning view from the pier, where the dinner was served, was the Carlton hotel and the other view was the sea, the full moon and the fireworks.



My friend Hillevi together with the handsome and entertaining Mark Vella, the Sales Manager of Carlton Hotel. Our Select Collection staff has a great relationship with him and his Team. Always ask us for best offer.

The breath taking fireworks were co-ordinated with great music.

I had a feeling I was Princess Leya in Star Wars.

The evening continued with great stories by Francois Chopinet, the General Manager of the Hotel Carlton, who is not just a lovely person but very generous. Thank you for a great party !

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Love Story

The couple in the photo are: Grand Duke Vladimir of Russia and the granddaughter of Pouchkine and their children. They came to Cannes in 1896. The Grand Duke was in love and wanted to get married with her, but as she was not a member of The Russian Royal Family it was impossible.

He chose love and he decided to move to Cannes and therefore went into exile.

In 1917 it was shown that his decision and this great love to his woman actually saved his life!

He was also the founder and the financier of the beautiful and historical Carlton Hotel in Cannes.

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Welcome to Carlton

Hotel Carlton in Cannes is one of my favorite hotels and very appreciated by our valued clients. Ask our professional Team for the best deals and added values.

Best location, right on the Croisette

Beautiful view with welcome flowers!

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Swiss

Flying with Swiss from Stockholm to Nice was very convenient, just a quick stop in Zurich, from gate 65 to 85


Did you know Swissair was the first airline in Europe to employ a flight attendant 1.4.1934

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More Vacation

Just landed in Cote d' Azure. Blue sky 27





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An Impressive Catwalk

An other stunning hotel in Barcelona is Mandarin Oriental. An unbeatable location!

An impressive catwalk takes you from from Passeig de Gracia into the stylish lobby.

A warm welcome by the General Manager Gerard Sintes and Lourdes Gaude, Director of Sales and Marketing

The Bankers Bar. The building was a bank before, so you will find some interesting details left from the banker's days

Moments, the intimate gastronomic restaurant

A lovely bathtub in the junior suite

The Penthouse Suite with two bedrooms and spacious living areas, is truly impressive

The Penthouse Suite has lovely terraces with magnificent views.

On the rooftop you have the swimmingpool where guests can enjoy drinks and snacks as well.

My son Jonatan and I was enjoying drinks and snacks at the garden bar called Mimosa. Lovely atmosphere and great service. Thank you!

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Thank you

It's been a great pleasure and we have really enjoyed the time at the stunning W hotel in Barcelona. Thank your for all service and flexibility.

Breakfast and meals at Bravo. Thank you for smiling every day.

The concierge called 'Whatever' always to your service. Thank you.

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Very Spectacular

Time to say goodbye and leave W and the most spectacular suite.





This suite is ideal in the summertime with the huge terrace where you can do private meals in the evening and sunbathing during the day. Please ask our professional staff for the best deal and the great added values, we always offer for our valued clients.

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Looks like a Temple

The National Theatre of Catalonia in Barcelona looks like a temple!

T.N.C. Is one of Barcelona's paramount cultural centres.

Other places worth visiting:

Picasso Museum, MACBA (Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art),Maritime Museum, Barcelona Wax Museum, Egyptian Museum and Museum of History of the city of Barcelona.

And activities for children:

Tibidabo Theme Park, Barcelona Aquarium and the Barcelona Zoo


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Sweat!

Sweat is the name of the gym at W in Barcelona. It is big and modern and has a fantastic view to the sea and the city.

The entrance is very macho!

Only men?

Not really - Shakira and me!

She is entering the gym to the left in golden outfit, but not really for exercise but for a video.

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