REALM OF THE CZARS

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Night 1 & 2: Hotel Kämp
Helsinki, Finland

The elegant Hotel Kämp is located opposite the Esplanadi Park in the very heart of Helsinki. This truly sumptuous member of The Luxury Collection first opened its doors in 1887 and was the first luxury hotel in Helsinki. During a recent extensive renovation, meticulous care was taken to preserve the historic elements and ambience of the building while incorporating the most modern technology to provide an exceptional experience for guests. At the Balance Club, guests will find state-of-the art Cybex gym equipment and personal trainers to assist them. In the separate Sauna department, both traditional Finnish saunas and a Turkish sauna are available. The luxurious, lushly appointed guestrooms have welcomed crowned heads and heads of state. Both the

readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure

rank the Hotel Kämp among the 500 best hotels in the world.

Night 3, 4, 5 & 6: Hotel Astoria
St. Petersburg, Russia

Occupying an unrivaled setting on St. Isaac’s Square in the heart of the city center just a short walk from The State Hermitage Museum, the Hotel Astoria reveals the essence of Russia with an authentic experience while surrounding guests with modern comfort and elegance. Traditionally decorated guestrooms have wooden parquet flooring, air conditioning, satellite TV, high-speed Internet connection, electronic safe, refreshment center and a marble bathroom with and hand-held and power showers, Italian toiletries, fluffy robes and slippers and hairdryer. The 7th-floor Gym offers TECNIOGYM XTPRO high-performance cardiovascular and aerobic equipment and the spa beckons with soothing treatments. The fashionable Russian restaurant, Davidov, overlooking St Isaac’s Square enjoys an excellent reputation for contemporary cuisine and Russian classics.

Night 7, 8 & 9: Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow
Moscow, Russia

The Hotel Baltschug Kempinski offers spectacular views of the Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral from its location just across the Moskva River and it is close to all Moscow’s fascinating sights and premier attractions. Within its imposing 1989 façade, travelers find contemporary décor and up-to-the-minute amenities. The hotel’s Health Club offers an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, modern exercise equipment, a sauna and massage services. The panoramic, picture-perfect views of St. Basil’s and the Kremlin from the Restaurant Baltschug are unforgettable. The readers of Travel + Leisure have voted the Hotel Baltschug Kempinski one of the 500 best hotels in the world.