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Kate found the perfect mix of chic elegance and local history at Marbella Club Hotel. Located in the heart of the famous Golden Mile, this historic property caters to every type of traveler and has rightfly earned it’s reputation for being one of the best hotels in Spain.

For adults, Marbella Club has a stunning seafront spa and a holistic wellness program designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. Kate enjoyed the fine dining at the hotel’s beautiful bars and delicious restaurants and nearby at MC’s sister hotel, Puente Romano, there are plenty of options for nightlife. Onsite hotel amenities include 42 acres of gardens and luxury shops, with more on the way.

Families will love the enormous kids club as it is one of the best family-friendly resorts in Spain, featuring a mini-amphitheater, art and dance studios, a music room, and a vegetable garden where kids can learn about organic farming. The accommodations are spacious and classically designed, spread across the gardens and common spaces. The multibedroom villas are perfect for groups of friends or larger families traveling together.

Located along the Golden Mile, Marbella Club offers access to a chic beach club and two outdoor swimming pools, heated year-round.The hotel also has its own sailboat that you can take out for a few hours or the whole day and for golfers, they have a nearby course for members and hotel guests.

Kate took a 15-minute bike ride along the sea promenade to charming Old Town Marbella perfect for wandering through the cobblestone streets, shopping for local wares and enjoying locally owned restaurants. We have a great shopping list we can share!

The nearby Puente Romano Beach Resort, offers a glamorous atmosphere with celebrity chef restaurants, including Nobu, Cipriani and Danny Garcia’s Bibo. The resort features an impressive 20 food and beverage outlets and a renowned tennis program. And coming soon: they are creating the first-ever Fendi restaurant collaboration on-site.

Some fun day trips from Marbella include visits to the medieval village of Ronda, the Alhambra in Granada, and the Strait of Gibraltar. These trips add a rich cultural and historical dimension to your stay.

Let KJ Travel plan your perfect Spain vacation, including staying at one of the best hotels in Marbella, ensuring you receive VIP perks and added benefits for your stay.

Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to attend DUCO Italy, a conference that's all about showcasing the best of Italy to the world, this year hosted in Milan. And, of course, the luxury hotels in Milan were a highlight. Here’s a closer look at the hotels we explored:

Casa Cipriani

Casa Cipriani is in the historic Palazzo Bernasconi with views overlooking the Indro Montanelli Gardens. Casa Cipriani acts as an exclusive Private Members Club, where hotel guests become temporary members during their stay. It's not just a hotel but also a social club, and only hotel guests can have access to these restaurants. So, if you stay here, you can enjoy the club's perks. The club Restaurant and Living room have amazing panoramic city views. With interiors by Florentine designer Michele Bonan, each of the 15 rooms gives off sophistication, making it the perfect sanctuary in the heart of Milan.

Mandarin Oriental Milan

The Mandarin Oriental Milan offers a charming mix of Milanese style and design in the heart of the city. You can discover dining at the two-Michelin-starred restaurant Seta, run by chef Antonio Guida, or unwind in their Mandarin Garden. With access to beautiful outdoor courtyards and the city's largest indoor swimming pool, Mandarin Oriental offers the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.

The Four Seasons Hotel Milano

The Four Seasons Hotel Milano is in the heart of Montpellier in between all the shops, this is a fashion shoppers dream location! They are renovating their rooms and we got a sneak peak of the renovation and design and we are so excited about this! Take advantage of the revitalizing spa services or go to nearby sites like the Duomo and Pinacoteca di Brera—all within walking distance.

Palazzo Parigi

The Palazzo Parigi shows a blend of Italian and French inspiration in Milan's Brera district. Their spa is really unique, inspired by Moroccan traditions which has a private Hammam suite and is strategically located on the 3rd floor, allowing natural light. As for family-friendly amenities, the hotel provides childcare services, high chairs, baby-changing facilities, and offers babysitting arrangements, ensuring that families have everything they need for a comfortable stay.

Park Hyatt Milan

The Park Hyatt just celebrated their 20th anniversary and is location, location location! It’s directly at the entrance of the Galleria, just one block from the iconic Piazza Duomo and a 3 min walk to the Scala Opera Center. The hotel is located within the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, an enclosed shopping building housing the original Prada store, where guests can have private shopping experiences which we can arrange. With stylish rooms and suites, as well as renowned bars like Mio Lab, one of the most renowned bars in Milan, it's the perfect destination for travelers seeking sophistication and luxury in the heart of the city.

Portrait Milano

Portrait Milano gives a unique vibe with its captivating interior courtyard, which once served as a space within the monastery that previously occupied the building. Featuring 73 rooms and suites, some even having walk-in closets, this boutique hotel ensures both comfort and style for its guests. The hotel's speakeasy Rumor bar adds an extra layer of excitement with its nightly entertainment, making it a standout destination in Milan's vibrant nightlife scene. And let's not forget, Portrait Milano is part of a beloved collection of sister hotels, that clients love in Florence and Rome, ensuring a consistent standard of excellence and hospitality.

If you want to include Milan on your next Italy vacation fill out our form. As a reminder, KJ Travel clients get perks to our amenities like complimentary breakfast, room upgrades, resort credit, and more.