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ORIENT EXPRESS CASITAS DEL COLCA \| COLCA CANYON, PERU Las Casitas del Colca is a luxury hotel set in the peace and serenity of the Colca Canyon in Southern Peru, the second deepest canyon in the world and one of the most stunning destinations Peru has to offer. Dotted throughout the property are twenty private and spacious casitas offering supreme luxury and exclusivity. Each casita features a luxurious bedroom, spacious lounge and large bathroom all complimented by under floor heating, as well as featuring a private terrace and heated plunge pool. Spend time in harmony with the Colca Canyon, its nature and community, complete with the freedom to do as much or as little as you wish in style and luxury. Cookery lessons are available with hotel chefs, introducing you to the textures and flavors of this exciting and varied cuisine. Wandering in the heart of the property you can pass by the trout ponds, the chapel and the prickly pear orchard, bottle-feed the baby alpacas or stroll through the extensive Vegetable Garden. Meandering through the Colca Canyon on unique Peruvian Paso horse back is truly an experience never to be forgotten. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Casitas Del Colca \| Colca Canyon, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS HOTEL MONASTERIO \| CUSCO, PERU High in the Andes, more than 3000 meters above sea level, lies the historic city of Cusco, with its unique blend of Spanish and Inca cultures. At the heart of Cusco is the 16th-century Hotel Monasterio, originally built as a monastery in 1592 and now one of the world's finest hotels. Hotel Monasterio luxury hotel, is the ideal base from which to discover Cusco and the ancient ruins at Machu Picchu, which can be reached via a spectacular three-hour train journey. Hotel Monasterio has 126 rooms, many of them with charming views of the city, the colorful rooftops of Cuzco or the beautiful inner courtyards of the hotel. Around sixty-five guest rooms are enriched with oxygen to help combat any problems encountered as a result of the high altitude. The decoration and furnishings combine the best of modern and traditional Spanish colonial style. Magnificent examples of religious art adorn the walls. Between the intimacy of the Illariy Restaurant and its internationally inspired Peruvian cuisine, the gourmet breakfast of the El Tupay and the relaxed air of the bar, dining will be an unforgettable pleasure. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Hotel Monasterio \| Cusco, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS MIRAFLORES PARK HOTEL \| LIMA, PERU The Miraflores Park Hotel in Lima is located in the Malécon de la Reserva in an exclusive residential area. The hotel provides easy access for all that's best about Lima and is renowned for its beautiful setting with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Luxuriously appointed hotel suites combined with personalized service and state-of-the-art business facilities provide hotel guests with the perfect 'home from home' environment by which to explore and enjoy Lima. Guests can relax after a day’s work or sightseeing in the spa, indulge with a luxurious massage, or exercise with the latest equipment in the gym. You could also go for a refreshing swim in the rooftop outside heated swimming pool with breathtaking views of Lima and the Pacific Ocean. Dining at Miraflores Park Hotel in Lima is a wonderful experience. Their in-house Chef will delight you with his innovative, fresh and creative Peruvian-European cuisine in the Poissonnerie Restaurant. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Miraflores Park Hotel \| Lima, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS COPACABANA PALACE \| RIO DE JANERIO, BRAZIL Located right on Rio's Copacabana Beach, the Copacabana Palace Hotel is the most renowned hotel in Rio de Janeiro and has welcomed the rich and famous since 1923. A glamorous icon of the city of Rio, this Orient-Express hotel has a reputation of exemplary service, superb cuisine and opulent luxury. Ever since Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers' danced together at the Copacabana Palace in the celebrated movie Flying Down to Rio, the hotel has been the place to stay when visiting Rio de Janeiro. Each of the 245 rooms and suites is individually designed with fine period furniture and original works of art, giving a elegant yet relaxed ambiance. Views are either of the world-famous Copacabana Beach, or towards the city. Guests of the Copacabana Palace have the choice of two of Rio de Janeiro's finest restaurants, The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant and The Pérgula Restaurant. Opened in late 2007, the Copacabana Palace Spa has fast established a reputation as one of the best spas in Rio de Janeiro. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Copacabana Palace \| Rio de Janerio, Brazil.



ORIENT EXPRESS ROAD TO MANDALAY LUXURY CRUISE \| MYANMAR After an absence of more than 12 months, during which time she has been completely remodeled and refurbished in Myanmar (Burma), the Road To Mandalay cruise ship will recommence luxury river cruises in fall 2009. Cruise along the spectacular Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan with the Road To Mandalay and experience the voyage of a lifetime. Inside this graceful river cruiser the emphasis rests on traditional comfort combined with delightful luxury. The spacious en suite cabins are fully air-conditioned and furnished with the most beautiful fabrics, finest linens and softest towels. Five newly refurbished cabin types are available on the Road To Mandalay, all of which feature a small personal safe, telephone, satellite television, en-suite bathroom and shower amenities. No journey to Asia would be complete without sampling the regional cuisine, and on board you can enjoy an acclaimed gourmet menu of Eastern and Western delicacies, all served with Burmese courtesy and charm. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Road To Mandalay Luxury Cruise \| Myanmar.



ORIENT EXPRESS EAGLE ISLAND CAMP \| OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA Hidden from the world, deep within Botswana's Okavango Delta, is the paradise we call Eagle Island Camp. Situated on the island of Xaxaba and surrounded by Illala Palms, the camp overlooks a lagoon fed by the tranquil waterways of the Delta. The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing with prolific birdlife and mammal sightings. It is also the site of one of the most romantic bars in the world, the Fish Eagle Bar, as voted by New York Times. The camp offers a cool retreat from the African sun and is shaded by a canopy of indigenous trees. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, as well as discreet air conditioning. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Eagle Island Camp \| Okavango Delta, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS SAVUTE ELEPHANT CAMP \| CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA In the heart of the Chobe National Park, sometimes referred to as the elephant capital of the world, is the Savute - an area that personifies the eternal contrast of Africa. Perched on the former banks of the now dry Savute Channel, Savute Elephant Camp offers a spectacular birds eye view of elephant in their natural habitat, with an adjacent water hole just meters away. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, and discreet air conditioning. The 12 twin-bedded luxury canvas tents, recently placed under thatch, that are perfectly suited to the desert air feature lavishly appointed ensuite bathrooms. Dining in the Savute Boma will, without a doubt, bring you closer to nature within the heart of a true bush environment. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Savute Elephant Camp \| Chobe National Park, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS KHWAI RIVER LODGE \| MOREMI WILDLIFE RESERVE, BOTSWANA Nestled on the edge of a leadwood and fig tree forest, overlooking the vast Khwai River floodplains and beyond into the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, sits the luxurious Khwai River Lodge. Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife from the comfort of your own private deck. The exceptional location of Khwai makes it a regular host to Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance. Khwai River Lodge is perfectly designed to blend into the surrounding environment. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, and discreet air conditioning. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Khwai River Lodge \| Moremi Wildlife Reserve, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS MOUNT NELSON HOTEL \| CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA The Mount Nelson Hotel is the most iconic luxury hotel in Cape Town situated within a sprawling lush garden estate in the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural centre and close to the bustling V& A Waterfront and some of Cape Town’s best beaches. The hotel is an urban sanctuary with a romantic heritage, a unique sense of style, and a commitment to unparalleled service excellence. The Hotel boasts six individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities. The 201 spacious rooms & suites are individually decorated and feature the latest in 21st century conveniences. Fine dining has long been a tradition at the Mount Nelson Hotel. Guests are offered a choice of dining venues, to enjoy the very best cuisine in Cape Town. No visit to Cape Town is complete without experiencing Mount Nelson Hotel’s legendary Afternoon Tea. Famous foodies and travel writers the world over describe it as being one of the best afternoon tea experiences in the world. The Mount Nelson Hotel’s sparkling new Librisa Spa has become one of Cape Town’s leading day spas. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Mount Nelson Hotel \| Cape Town, South Africa.



ORIENT EXPRESS THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL \| JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Situated in Johannesburg's most exclusive residential suburb, The Westcliff's hillside setting with cascading, sculpted gardens and elegantly opulent accommodation evoke a bygone era of leisure and refinement in one of the world's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. Luxury rooms are spacious, elegant, functional and ideal for quiet, out-of-town work or relaxation, with either twin or king beds. Most rooms have a private balcony, overlooking the Zoological Gardens or one of the estate’s charming cobbled courtyards which feature offset with lush greenery and tinkling fountains. Dining presents endless opportunities for the senses to be indulged at The Westcliff, and the hotel’s chefs exploit every opportunity to do this. Their culinary expertise is internationally respected, their flair legendary. Specializing in international dishes with a distinctively South African flair, La Belle Terrasse and The Loggia have gained enviable reputations for their cuisine, relaxed atmosphere and superb service. Afternoon tea is served daily in the Conservatory while the Polo Bar and Terrace is a popular rendezvous. Click here to view the website of Orient Express The Westcliff Hotel \| Johannesburg, South Africa.



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ORIENT EXPRESS CASITAS DEL COLCA \| COLCA CANYON, PERU Las Casitas del Colca is a luxury hotel set in the peace and serenity of the Colca Canyon in Southern Peru, the second deepest canyon in the world and one of the most stunning destinations Peru has to offer. Dotted throughout the property are twenty private and spacious casitas offering supreme luxury and exclusivity. Each casita features a luxurious bedroom, spacious lounge and large bathroom all complimented by under floor heating, as well as featuring a private terrace and heated plunge pool. Spend time in harmony with the Colca Canyon, its nature and community, complete with the freedom to do as much or as little as you wish in style and luxury. Cookery lessons are available with hotel chefs, introducing you to the textures and flavors of this exciting and varied cuisine. Wandering in the heart of the property you can pass by the trout ponds, the chapel and the prickly pear orchard, bottle-feed the baby alpacas or stroll through the extensive Vegetable Garden. Meandering through the Colca Canyon on unique Peruvian Paso horse back is truly an experience never to be forgotten. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Casitas Del Colca \| Colca Canyon, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS HOTEL MONASTERIO \| CUSCO, PERU High in the Andes, more than 3000 meters above sea level, lies the historic city of Cusco, with its unique blend of Spanish and Inca cultures. At the heart of Cusco is the 16th-century Hotel Monasterio, originally built as a monastery in 1592 and now one of the world's finest hotels. Hotel Monasterio luxury hotel, is the ideal base from which to discover Cusco and the ancient ruins at Machu Picchu, which can be reached via a spectacular three-hour train journey. Hotel Monasterio has 126 rooms, many of them with charming views of the city, the colorful rooftops of Cuzco or the beautiful inner courtyards of the hotel. Around sixty-five guest rooms are enriched with oxygen to help combat any problems encountered as a result of the high altitude. The decoration and furnishings combine the best of modern and traditional Spanish colonial style. Magnificent examples of religious art adorn the walls. Between the intimacy of the Illariy Restaurant and its internationally inspired Peruvian cuisine, the gourmet breakfast of the El Tupay and the relaxed air of the bar, dining will be an unforgettable pleasure. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Hotel Monasterio \| Cusco, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS MIRAFLORES PARK HOTEL \| LIMA, PERU The Miraflores Park Hotel in Lima is located in the Malécon de la Reserva in an exclusive residential area. The hotel provides easy access for all that's best about Lima and is renowned for its beautiful setting with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Luxuriously appointed hotel suites combined with personalized service and state-of-the-art business facilities provide hotel guests with the perfect 'home from home' environment by which to explore and enjoy Lima. Guests can relax after a day’s work or sightseeing in the spa, indulge with a luxurious massage, or exercise with the latest equipment in the gym. You could also go for a refreshing swim in the rooftop outside heated swimming pool with breathtaking views of Lima and the Pacific Ocean. Dining at Miraflores Park Hotel in Lima is a wonderful experience. Their in-house Chef will delight you with his innovative, fresh and creative Peruvian-European cuisine in the Poissonnerie Restaurant. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Miraflores Park Hotel \| Lima, Peru.



ORIENT EXPRESS COPACABANA PALACE \| RIO DE JANERIO, BRAZIL Located right on Rio's Copacabana Beach, the Copacabana Palace Hotel is the most renowned hotel in Rio de Janeiro and has welcomed the rich and famous since 1923. A glamorous icon of the city of Rio, this Orient-Express hotel has a reputation of exemplary service, superb cuisine and opulent luxury. Ever since Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers' danced together at the Copacabana Palace in the celebrated movie Flying Down to Rio, the hotel has been the place to stay when visiting Rio de Janeiro. Each of the 245 rooms and suites is individually designed with fine period furniture and original works of art, giving a elegant yet relaxed ambiance. Views are either of the world-famous Copacabana Beach, or towards the city. Guests of the Copacabana Palace have the choice of two of Rio de Janeiro's finest restaurants, The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant and The Pérgula Restaurant. Opened in late 2007, the Copacabana Palace Spa has fast established a reputation as one of the best spas in Rio de Janeiro. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Copacabana Palace \| Rio de Janerio, Brazil.



ORIENT EXPRESS ROAD TO MANDALAY LUXURY CRUISE \| MYANMAR After an absence of more than 12 months, during which time she has been completely remodeled and refurbished in Myanmar (Burma), the Road To Mandalay cruise ship will recommence luxury river cruises in fall 2009. Cruise along the spectacular Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan with the Road To Mandalay and experience the voyage of a lifetime. Inside this graceful river cruiser the emphasis rests on traditional comfort combined with delightful luxury. The spacious en suite cabins are fully air-conditioned and furnished with the most beautiful fabrics, finest linens and softest towels. Five newly refurbished cabin types are available on the Road To Mandalay, all of which feature a small personal safe, telephone, satellite television, en-suite bathroom and shower amenities. No journey to Asia would be complete without sampling the regional cuisine, and on board you can enjoy an acclaimed gourmet menu of Eastern and Western delicacies, all served with Burmese courtesy and charm. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Road To Mandalay Luxury Cruise \| Myanmar.



ORIENT EXPRESS EAGLE ISLAND CAMP \| OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA Hidden from the world, deep within Botswana's Okavango Delta, is the paradise we call Eagle Island Camp. Situated on the island of Xaxaba and surrounded by Illala Palms, the camp overlooks a lagoon fed by the tranquil waterways of the Delta. The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing with prolific birdlife and mammal sightings. It is also the site of one of the most romantic bars in the world, the Fish Eagle Bar, as voted by New York Times. The camp offers a cool retreat from the African sun and is shaded by a canopy of indigenous trees. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, as well as discreet air conditioning. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Eagle Island Camp \| Okavango Delta, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS SAVUTE ELEPHANT CAMP \| CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA In the heart of the Chobe National Park, sometimes referred to as the elephant capital of the world, is the Savute - an area that personifies the eternal contrast of Africa. Perched on the former banks of the now dry Savute Channel, Savute Elephant Camp offers a spectacular birds eye view of elephant in their natural habitat, with an adjacent water hole just meters away. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, and discreet air conditioning. The 12 twin-bedded luxury canvas tents, recently placed under thatch, that are perfectly suited to the desert air feature lavishly appointed ensuite bathrooms. Dining in the Savute Boma will, without a doubt, bring you closer to nature within the heart of a true bush environment. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Savute Elephant Camp \| Chobe National Park, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS KHWAI RIVER LODGE \| MOREMI WILDLIFE RESERVE, BOTSWANA Nestled on the edge of a leadwood and fig tree forest, overlooking the vast Khwai River floodplains and beyond into the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, sits the luxurious Khwai River Lodge. Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife from the comfort of your own private deck. The exceptional location of Khwai makes it a regular host to Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance. Khwai River Lodge is perfectly designed to blend into the surrounding environment. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof. The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, and discreet air conditioning. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Khwai River Lodge \| Moremi Wildlife Reserve, Botswana.



ORIENT EXPRESS MOUNT NELSON HOTEL \| CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA The Mount Nelson Hotel is the most iconic luxury hotel in Cape Town situated within a sprawling lush garden estate in the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural centre and close to the bustling V& A Waterfront and some of Cape Town’s best beaches. The hotel is an urban sanctuary with a romantic heritage, a unique sense of style, and a commitment to unparalleled service excellence. The Hotel boasts six individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities. The 201 spacious rooms & suites are individually decorated and feature the latest in 21st century conveniences. Fine dining has long been a tradition at the Mount Nelson Hotel. Guests are offered a choice of dining venues, to enjoy the very best cuisine in Cape Town. No visit to Cape Town is complete without experiencing Mount Nelson Hotel’s legendary Afternoon Tea. Famous foodies and travel writers the world over describe it as being one of the best afternoon tea experiences in the world. The Mount Nelson Hotel’s sparkling new Librisa Spa has become one of Cape Town’s leading day spas. Click here to view the website of Orient Express Mount Nelson Hotel \| Cape Town, South Africa.



ORIENT EXPRESS THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL \| JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Situated in Johannesburg's most exclusive residential suburb, The Westcliff's hillside setting with cascading, sculpted gardens and elegantly opulent accommodation evoke a bygone era of leisure and refinement in one of the world's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. Luxury rooms are spacious, elegant, functional and ideal for quiet, out-of-town work or relaxation, with either twin or king beds. Most rooms have a private balcony, overlooking the Zoological Gardens or one of the estate’s charming cobbled courtyards which feature offset with lush greenery and tinkling fountains. Dining presents endless opportunities for the senses to be indulged at The Westcliff, and the hotel’s chefs exploit every opportunity to do this. Their culinary expertise is internationally respected, their flair legendary. Specializing in international dishes with a distinctively South African flair, La Belle Terrasse and The Loggia have gained enviable reputations for their cuisine, relaxed atmosphere and superb service. Afternoon tea is served daily in the Conservatory while the Polo Bar and Terrace is a popular rendezvous. Click here to view the website of Orient Express The Westcliff Hotel \| Johannesburg, South Africa.



For further information, please contact your travel professional or Lakani World Tours. Toll free: 888.565.5554 Phone: 949.955.1300 Fax: 949.955.1311 Email: Sales: heidi@lakani.com Reservations: janet@lakani.com

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