The InterContinental Boston opened its doors in 2007 and is located on Boston’s historic and newly re-defined waterfront, a short walk from the shops and restaurants of the Back Bay area and the bustle of Quincy Market. Enjoy the internationally flavoured bevy of dining and beverage options, including ‘Miel Brasserie’, headed up by two-star Michelin chef Jacques Chibois. You will also be able to completely ‘chillout’ in the state-of-the-art SPA InterContinental, home to an indoor heated lap pool and steam rooms, full-service spa and 24-hour fitness centre.

A Boston landmark and much-loved city institution since its gala opening in 1912, the Copley Plaza’s winning combination of personal service and elegant opulence is hard to resist. Located in the Back Bay area of Boston on historic Copley Square, and surrounded by shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor honeymooned here and no doubt enjoyed the timeless decor and renaissance furnishings and perhaps the famed Oak Room restaurant, renowned for its gourmet dining.

The only hotel overlooking Lake Michigan, the W is close to Navy Pier and the attractions that line the lakeside parks, and just minutes away from the ‘Magnificent Mile’ and the John Hancock Building. Creative in approach and innovative in design, this hotel is typical of the über-cool W chain. All of the guestrooms are contemporary and ultra-modern and feature the W signature bed. The hotel also features Bliss, a 9,600 sq ft state-of-the-art spa for you to relax and indulge.

Rising gracefully above Grant and Millennium Parks, the Fairmont exudes first class elegance. Close to the city’s major attractions including Navy Pier, the financial district and excellent shopping along the ‘Magnificent Mile’. This 5 star property has been recognised as one of the World’s Top 500 Hotels by Condé Nast Traveller magazine for its superior service and great facilities, ensuring you will not be disappointed!

The fantastic Sofitel Los Angeles has recently undergone an exhaustive overhaul that has resulted in the creation of one of the city’s hottest places to stay, offering stylish interiors and a dramatically renovated exterior. This striking hotel is situated on the corner of La Cienega and Beverly Boulevards, across from the huge Beverly Center shopping mall. The famous Restaurant Row is just minutes from the hotel and the exclusive shops on Rodeo Drive are also nearby. Just hop in a taxi if you want to explore the legendary nightlife of Sunset Strip.

A former private mansion, the luxurious Fairmont Miramar is set in five acres of manicured gardens overlooking Palisades Park, Santa Monica Beach and the Pacific Ocean. The restaurants and shopping of Montana Avenue and the pedestrianised Third Street Promenade are a short walk away, as is Santa Monica Pier. Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Downtown are easily accessible by car or the regular bus services along Santa Monica Boulevard.

The wonderful Loews Miami Beach is a large, modern, resort-style hotel located on Collins Avenue in the centre of South Beach. It benefits from an enviable beachfront setting along the soft, white sands of Miami Beach. Most guestrooms and facilities are located in a modern 17-storey tower, but the Loews also incorporates the historic St. Moritz Hotel, which has been restored to its original Art Deco glory. There’s a generous oceanfront swimming pool and a well-equipped gym for the fitness fans amongst you, plus the new Elemis Spa which offers a range of exotic treatments.

The Mandarin Oriental is a stunning resort of contemporary design, found on Brickell Key, an exclusive 44-acre residential island with a laid-back appeal and offering easy access to Miami’s main attractions. With Balinese-inspired hammocks, al fresco massage cabanas and discreet beach butlers – this stylish hotel certainly uses its location to maximum advantage. The signature Azul Restaurant is the hottest spot in town, and a crisp Martini at M-Bar is the perfect aperitif.

This grand hotel, host to John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s infamous ‘Bed-In For Peace’ in 1969, is set in Montréal’s vibrant cultural district. It is connected to the extensive underground city of hundreds of boutiques, restaurants and cafés as well as the metro system. One of the finest and most famous hotels in the city, at the Fairmont you are also able to experience the gourmet delights at the �1E;ve-star Beaver Club, known as one of the best restaurants in the country.

The stylish, boutique-style Loews Hotel provides an extremely comfortable place to stay, and an authentic taste of Montréal’s enthusiasm for great food, great wine and legendary joie de vivre. French and Mediterranean flavours are served in the hotel’s Cellini Restaurant, whilst the dramatic L’Opéra Bar is the place to meet the locals over a predinner cocktail. The hotel enjoys a fashionable address in the heart of downtown Montréal, at the foot of Mont Royal and just a minute’s walk from Rue Ste.Catherine, the city’s premier shopping street.

The elegant Fairmont San Francisco has an enviable location perched at the top of Nob Hill, at the only spot in San Francisco where the city’s cable car lines meet. The central location makes for easy access to the Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf, and the elevated setting provides unforgettable panoramic views over this much-loved city. The Fairmont, which will celebrate its centenary in 2007, is still very much one of the most prestigious places to stay in San Francisco.

Part of the famed Morgans hotel group and the embodiment of eclectic chic, The Clift’s fashionable address is complemented by its celebrated bars and restaurants that include the Asia de Cuba and the famous Redwood Room. The inventive decor draws from a sensual palette and incorporates an inspirational mix of Philippe Starck furniture, Jean Baptiste Mondino commissioned photographs and aesthetic period pieces. In contrast, the oversized guestrooms, suites, lofts and apartments are furnished in calming pastel shades with panoramic views of San Francisco.

Timeless elegance sums up the ethos behind this deluxe hotel. Luxurious guestrooms feature 300-thread count Frette linens, Fekkai bath products and Opus One wine within the upscale mini-bars. Celebrated chef Alain Allegretti presides over L’Atelier restaurant whilst the Star Lounge is perfect for unwinding over a Martini. The Ritz-Carlton overlooks Central Park and is within walking distance to Fifth Avenue, Carnegie Hall, the Rockefeller Centre and the theatres of Broadway

Set in Columbus Circle, overlooking Central Park, Mandarin Oriental occupies floors 35-54 of the Time Warner Centre and the views it offers of the city skyline are breathtaking. Upon entering, you are greeted with modern pieces of artwork and Dale Chihuly crystal sculptures along with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing expansive views over Central Park. The guest rooms are decorated with cherry wood furniture and Asianinspired palettes of Chinese red and silver making a stay at this hotel a truly unforgettable New York experience.

The Four Seasons Hotel has an ideal location in Yorkville, one of Toronto’s most fashionable quarters, which is packed with upscale shopping, dining and entertainment. Offering some of the most luxurious guestrooms in Toronto, the hotel combines elegance and a refreshing lack of pretension. Mediterranean-influenced meals are served daily at the Studio Café, whilst Truffles Restaurant offers contemporary French cuisine in an elegant dining room adorned with fine art.

The Fairmont Royal York is a landmark hotel, prominently positioned opposite Union Station and linked by an underground walkway to many of the major attractions of downtown. Relax over cocktails in the wood-panelled surroundings of the Library Bar, and then check out one of the Fairmont’s restaurants for dinner. Choose from Benihana’s Japanese Steakhouse, or the EPIC Restaurant for contemporary French-style cuisine. This fabulous property is consistently one of Toronto’s most popular, for business or pleasure.