The location is the stylish Recoleta district in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I would consider Recoleta a fusion between Beverly Hills and Paris. With the opening of Algodon Mansion there is now a little hint of New York City chicness in Buenos Aires. Recoleta is known for its five star resorts such as the Four Seasons and Alvear Palace. However, the area was in much need of a luxury, boutique hotel that had a sense of style that can contend with its surroundings.
The Algodon Mansion began its restoration in January 2007 and is schedule sometime in 2009 (the grand opening was originally supposed to happen in December 2008.) The hotel consists of 10 large, elegant, contemporary suites. You would never expect resort style amenities at a hotel with only 10 suites. However, guests staying in one of the 10 suites at the Algodon Mansion will also be able to enjoy a wine cellar, a library bar, a spa, a haute French-Argentine restaurant, a rooftop pool and a lounge. The hotel also offers 24 hour butler and concierge services.
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I'm using this post for my random prediction #3. I predict that the industry will start to see a huge influx of interest in Vouluntourism within 2-3 years. If you find time, I'd like to see you post on the topic.
ReplyDeleteAnother valid prediction 'M'. Voluntourism has been on the rise for awhile, however, not to the capacity that I think you are referring to. Recently there have been a lot of travelers who like to take a day out of their vacations to visit some sort of charitable organization. However, I think you are right and there is going to be an increase in interest for vacations that are 100% built around volunteering.
ReplyDeleteI can certainly do a blog post on voluntourism! Give me a couple blog posts but you will see it up here eventually. I have a couple organizations in mind already. Just as a teaser...check out www.stayanotherday.org. This is an organization that is just getting off the ground, however, I think the concept is genius. This organization is a perfect example of how the typical traveler can help out a country without even realizing it. The whole point is to "stay another day" and eat at locally run restaurants, stay at locally run hotels, and buy your souvenirs from locally run shops. That way you are generating cash flow through their economies and helping out the local merchants. I would love to see this organization grow and if anyone is interested in getting involved let me know.