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Brazilian Court Entrance When one thinks of Palm Beach, visions of candy hued mansions, tanned skin, polo matches, classic cars, and wintering Snowbirds come to mind. For those in the know, Palm Beach doesn’t get any chicer than The Brazilian Court Hotel. The luxury boutique property exudes Old Hollywood glamour and is nestled between stately

Spa Talisa Garden at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley The Napa Valley is well-known for its fine hospitality offerings including luxe wines (natch), gourmet cuisine, and sumptuous accommodations. With the opening of the heralded Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley, visitors to the verdant Northern California enclave can now find all of these

Columbia Hillen Born and reared in working-class west Belfast, I grew up understanding the Malone Road to be ‘where the rich lived.’ Now, having stayed at the 4-star boutique hotel, The Malone, a remodeled Victorian townhouse, I must admit to basking in the elegance of the neighborhood.  Outside, leafy, predominantly residential streets and big, brown-brick houses

Nothing sets good vibes for the New Year like spending the night in one of the world’s most sought-after penthouses. Whether you’re the life of the party or in the mood for a quiet getaway, a penthouse is a perfect way to welcome 2022. From New York City to Monaco, here is our exclusive list

Stay One Degree- Traditional Style Property In Puglia When the time comes to book a luxurious vacation retreat, look no further than Stay One Degree. The Stay One Degree business model is unparalleled in the vacation home market as it is a community of like-minded luxury travelers supported by a social network who have access

Susan Kime Encore Boston Harbor is a 33-acre casino hotel property, not in Boston Harbor but on the Mystic river, in the industrial part of Boston. It is a unique hotel in a unique location, one where flowers appear to bloom, even in November and December when we were there, and no surface seems average.

Susan Kime Over the years, it has been said and agreed, that two elements constituting a memorable hotel are human: a great General Manager (GM) and a great Executive Chef.  Of course location, service, and wellness amenities are also on these ubiquitous lists, but the human element is the one that is sometimes overlooked. On

(credit: Alice Gao) To re-awaken the iconic hotel, global design agency Yabu Pushelberg embarked on a total redesign of the Park Lane New York. Situated on Billionaires’ Row, just one block south of Central Park, the hotel has been renewed with modern, but whimsical charm providing an ode to New York’s past and present. The

Nov. 22nd, 2021 Walking. It is life’s second major milestone right after learning to say our first word. Walking holidays take this simple pleasure and combine it with being outdoors to create an enjoyable experience that is good for your health while enriching the soul.  Australia is the land of the Walk About and one of

(credit: Trump National Doral Miami) Pairing world-class championship golf courses with elegant surroundings, Trump National Doral Miami is located just eight miles from Miami International Airport. The resort boasts four courses,643 guest rooms and suites, a 48,000 square-foot spa, four dining options, and 100,000 square feet of event space. Trump National Doral t also provides a

Whitney Spielfogel In a post-pandemic world, the hotel industry is learning to speak a different language – mobile concierge, contactless technology, going (even more) digital, low-touch travel, enhanced hygiene, and the list goes on. The One&Only hotel group has always been on the cutting-edge of travelers’ wants, needs, and demands, and has only stepped up

(credit: JOALI BEING) JOALI BEING, the first nature immersive wellbeing retreat in the Maldives, officially opened its doors on the secluded island of Bodufushi in Raa Atoll on November 15. With 68 beach and over-water villas – each with its own butler or “Jadugar”, four earth-to-table dining destinations, individualized immersion programs and educational workshops, the

All Images credit Chateau Eze Thousands of years ago, the Normans built castles and strongholds along the Mediterranean coast. Many places were chosen for their strategic location high up in the mountains and difficult to approach yet giving commanding views for miles and miles away. Today one such medieval village has been well preserved in

Whitney Spielfogel If you like your beachside vacation with sunsets and sunrises across ocean vistas and secluded white sand beaches, your dream destination, a secluded island in Turks and Caicos, awaits. When celebrities like Justin and Hailey Bieber want to get off the grid (and somewhat stay off social media), they head to South Caicos,

Cynthia Dial “Welcome to Renaissance Esmeralda,” greets Charlie, the bellman with a smile as wide as a fairway and as warm as the temps, when my daughter, Erin, and I check in. Upon escorting us to Room 3071, he playfully queries, “Is your last name Marriott?” and continues to explain that our room is one

Dec. 2nd, 2021 The vibrant country of Mexico is a highly-desired vacation spot for people all over the world and especially our travel influencers this past year. With its sparkling warm waters and great food, resorts in the countries most sought-after locations have surpassed the expectations of many travelers. From Cabo San Lucas to Yucatan,

Jeremy Swanson/Viceroy Aspen Snowmass Winter is here, which means for some of us that the mountains are calling. With access to some of the most celebrated slopes in North America, plus luxury packages covering private jet travel and a “First Tracks” program, these five resorts from the Canadian Rockies and California’s Martis Valley to the

The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa Sitting on 365 acres in Rancho Mirage, The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa proudly unveils a two-year, $15 million dollar renovation. Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley, the multi-million-dollar renovation includes 512 guestrooms and suites, 130,000 sq. ft. meeting spaces, and all recreational areas

(credit: Courtesy of Hotel del Coronado) Originally opened in 1888, the legendary Hotel del Coronado has reached another milestone in its $400 million Master Plan reimagination with the completion of its new Spa & Salon at The Del. Along with renovations throughout the hotel from its refreshed Cabana guest rooms to its new and reimagined

Columbia Hillen Eating porridge from a 100-year-old silver spoon is a quirky once-in-a-lifetime experience. Not that it makes any difference to the taste but it was a first for me so I cherish the memory. The occasion was a stay at Traquair, reputedly Scotland’s oldest continuously inhabited house, a sprawling 900-year-old, 50-plus room countryside mansion,