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San Sebastian: European Cultural Capital 2016
There’s never been a better time to visit San Sebastian, the vibrant Atlantic-side enclave in the heart of Spain’s Basque country. Its designation as European Capital of Culture 2016 brings a full schedule of events throughout the year, add…
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Iconic Hotel del Coronado Sold in Multi-Billion Dollar Deal
Acquired in a $6.5 billion deal this week, Hotel del Coronado was sold to Chinese-based Anbang Insurance Group along with 16 other properties under the Strategic Hotels & Resorts brand. This deal comes just three months after Blackstone Group LP pu…
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A River Cruise for the Sake of Whisky
If there was ever a river cruise that was calling my name, European Waterways’ Whisky Trail excursion would be it. Taking place along Caledonian Canal aboard the Scottish Highlander, the six-night trip will make stops at three historic disti…
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Virginias Most Gentlemanly Place to Play Golf
Keswick Hall and Golf Club, the Forbes five-star, 600-acre resort set in Virginia’s Hunt Country, is now the country’s most gentlemanly place to play golf thanks to the recent addition of a Pete Dye-designed course dubbed Full Cry. The cour…
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5 Extreme Adventure Trips Based on Oscar-Nominated Films
Now that you’ve watched all the Oscar-nominated films, it’s time to live them firsthand—well, their destinations at least. This year’s selections had a strong focus on locations and landscapes, especially Best Picture winner&nbs…
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Be Batman For a Day With Your Own Personal Alfred
In just a few weeks, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will hit theaters nationwide. Celebrating its release, The Keating hotel in San Diego has created a unique package for superhero lovers. The Live Like Bruce Wayne package includ…
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The Suite Life: Sky Villas, ARIA Las Vegas
After experiencing many suites, villas and luxury destination club residences, I have developed a philosophy about these temporary living spaces. The goal of many luxury resorts is to imitate the comfort and elegance of a high-end home, translated into…
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Authentic and Bio-Diverse Costa Rican Adventures
Costa Rica should never be billed as a “quick weekend getaway” hotspot, an easily-navigable locale, or budget-friendly travel option. Rather, it should be thought of as a place where wanderlusters can take their time to explore without bein…
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La Dolce Vita at The Baglioni Hotel Regina
Before you even get settled into the five-star Baglioni Hotel Regina in Rome, one of the property’s butlers will request to unpack your bags for you. It’s this kind of service an…
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The 7 All-Time Best Beaches in the World
Every year, travel sites all over release a list of the world’s best beaches. As we took a look at these selections and compared them with our own, we noticed that many of the same sandy locales show up time and again. In an effort to t…
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An Alpine Experience with Chic Euro Style
To many, the Alps are the prime locations for snow sport excellence. Endless runs in pristine conditions, fabulous infrastructures and picturesque villages with a chic Euro style; it is ski heaven. The tiny Alpine town of Valmorel, set high in the Fren…
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The Cultural Rebirth of Americas Ghost Town
Walk around Detroit on a sunny day and you’ll see hipster cafés, tattoo parlors, Art Déco towers, Neo-Gothic churches, Industrial skylines, deserted Victorian mansions and glistening in the sun, the majestic river that rushes throug…
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Iconic HMS Hermes to be Turned Into Five-Star Hotel
Originally, the HMS Hermes aircraft carrier was part of the Royal Navy before becoming the flagship of the British military’s taskforce commissioned to recapture the Falkland Islands from Argentina in 1982. After its successful mission and almost…
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Queen Mary 2 Takes Fashion to the Seas
Cunard is offering a stellar lineup of fashion events on a week-long cruise aboard the iconic Queen Mary 2, which will depart from Southampton, England. The ship will arrive in New York on September 8, just in time for Fashion Week.
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W Dallas – Victory Gets Stylish in The Lone Star State
When travelers want to do Dallas in style, they stay at none other than the W Dallas – Victory. The first W hotel to come to Texas, the property is located just outside downtown near the Turtle Creek and Design District neighborhoods along with attract…
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A Warm Southern Stay at Belmond Charleston Place
The moment you step foot inside the grand entry of the Belmond Charleston Place, you’ll feel as though you’ve truly arrived. Located in the center of the historic downtown district, take a leisurely stroll (or horse drawn carriage ride) alo…
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Villa Belvedere is Everything We Love About Villa Living
This week, JetBlue launched a video showcasing a social experiment in which they offered 150 passengers flying from Boston to Phoenix free roundtrip tickets to one of 20 domestic or international cities. The catch? All 150 passengers had to agree on th…
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Discovering the Exclusive Side of Italy
Imagine touring the Vatican’s hallways with a seminarian and by happenstance meeting the Pope; attending a private party for Il Ballo del Doge, the Venetian masquerade ball during Carnival, or watching Siena’s famous Palio horse race from t…
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Can Hotels Keep Up With Millennial Travel Expectations?
Millennials are a fascinating study of contrasts: creatures of habit and lovers of change; warriors for social consciousness and aficionados of self-promotion; innovators and philanthropists. Despite the group’s love of instant gratification and …
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11 Exotic Places to Savor a Romantic Table For Two
On the hunt for an incredible moment for two? From quiet settings along the beach to unique experiences with wildlife and the thunderous roar of majestic waterfalls, there are some amazing spots around the globe. Here are our picks for some of the most…
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This Hollywood Hills Home is Retro Chic & California Cool
Earlier this month Beyoncé made headlines when she Instagrammed a picture of the $10,000-a-night Airbnb she booked while in the Bay Area. Thanks to the home-sharing economy, travelers…
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LA Hotels Offer Exclusive Access to Pre-Oscar Beauty Treatments
Hollywood is gearing up for the biggest party of the year: the Academy Awards airing this Sunday, February 28. To commemorate the world’s most star-studded event, Los Angeles area hotels, spas and beauty salons are offering “Oscar-worthy”…
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Wild Winter Adventures From Around the World
You can’t escape winter, so why not experience its glory and all the wild, windblown and white-out adventures that it brings? Here’s what daredevils are up to in the far-flung corners of the world, once the barometer hits post blizzard temp…
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The Most Instagrammable Miami Neighborhoods From South Beach to Doral
No matter what the season, Miami is always ready for its closeup, a panoramic shot, or any other angle you please. Between the #ocean, the #sunsets and the tropical #flowers, this city has plenty of natural beauty. Then there are the manmade elements: …
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What it’s Like to Host the Leader of the Free World
Presidents travel, a lot. And when the Commander-in-Chief isn’t sleeping at the White House, he’s cozying up in hotel rooms just like the rest of us. Unlike us however, his check-in process takes a little more work than simply pres…
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Casa Del Mar Revived by Celebrity Designer
Casa Del Mar has had some work done, recently revealing new penthouse suites decorated by Rooms & Gardens, as well as new lobby lounge reimagined by celebrity designer Michael S. Smith. …
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The Irish Leap Day Tradition That Single Women Should Know About…
Irish Legend has it that St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was asked by St. Brigid of Kildare (a fifth-century nun) if he’d give women permission to propose to men who might be too shy to do it otherwise. Initially he agreed on the condit…
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9 Romantic Getaways in California Perfect for Valentine’s Day
To some, a romantic getaway involves waking up to dreamy ocean views; for others it might mean cozying up next to a crackling fireplace, or relaxing in a hidden hot tub in the woods. Regardless of your definition, California is one destination that has…
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Feel the Heal at These Diverse Natural Hot Springs Destinations
Mineral baths, therapeutic mud, volcanic springs—when it comes to hydrotherapy, nobody provides better than Mother Nature. Here’s a roundup of our favorite hot springs experiences, from historic to luxurious to Viking.
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Jet from One End of the Earth to the Other
With a price tag just shy of $100,000, VeryFirstTo and Private Jet Tours have partnered on the ultimate snow bunny vacation: an Arctic to Antarctic private jet trip. The 11-day, “Tip to Toe” experience starts off in England and makes stops …
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5 Extraordinary Buildings Repurposed as Swanky New Hotels
Every year, new hotels pop up across the globe; some are built from the ground up while others utilize the architecture that is already residing in a city. When developers and designers choose the latter, some pretty stunning properties can take shape….
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Four Seasons to Open in Napa Valley With Plans for Brand Wines
Four Seasons plans to open its first luxury resort in the prime California wine region in 2018, as its first step into an expanded West Coast footprint. Located in Calistoga, the hotel will have …
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Chocolate Cruising For the Indulgent Traveler
This year, Princess Cruises is premiering its Chocolate Journeys program created by Norman Love, one of the world’s top master chocolate makers. The program ices the cake across the spectrum of on-board programs from lavish chocolate dessert…
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The $90K Hotel Package That is More Than Worth Every Penny
Turning 90 is a pretty big deal, and the Brazilian Court Hotel wanted to celebrate its anniversary in a lavish way. The Palm Beach property is offering a year-long package that includes everything from Dom Pérignon Champagne to a 90-foot yacht a…
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The Good & Bad of Staying at Singapore’s Iconic Marina Bay Sands
Unless you have been living under a rock, you have at least seen pictures of what is arguably the world’s most famous infinity pool. Hovering thousands of feet above Singapore, it sits atop the city’s most iconic building: the
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5 Grammy Nominees’ Hometowns Worth Visiting
On February 15, the music world will come together for the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in LA. Among the night’s performers are Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Adele, Justin Bieber, Kendrick Lamar and The Weeknd. As the country watches …
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6 Awesome European Cruises to Take This Year
From April to November cruise enthusiasts will be making their way across the pond to explore Europe. Considered high season, there are plenty of itineraries available for those looking to explore the continent. There are of course certain things to ta…
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Exploring One of the Most Untouched Places in the World
The northern most region of the state of Western Australia, Kimberley, is one of the most remote and …
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The Rittenhouse Celebrates 25 Years of AAA Five Diamond Status
For the 25th consecutive year, The Rittenhouse in Philadelphia has received a AAA Five-Diamond honor. To celebrate the prestigious accolade, the property is debuting a new $10,000 package filled with indulgent spa treatments, custom jewelry and accommo…
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A Small Hotel In Prague Has Quietly Become One Of Europes Best
When you think of luxury hotels in Prague, you may immediately think of the Mandarin Oriental or the Four Seasons. But lately Hotel U Zlaté studně (the Golden Well), a smaller, more intimate affair perched on a hill just below Prague Castle…
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Prince Charles, Henry Kissinger & Ingrid Bergman Have All Stayed at this Roman Hotel
When you enter the Hassler Hotel in Rome, the old-world European elegance of a grand structure built in 1893 is still apparent. It’s easy to see why notable guests such as Prince F&eac…
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These Treehouse Villas Have Pools that Overlook the Thai Jungle
We’ve seen some pretty cool, well-designed villas in our time, but Keemala’s accommodations in Phuket might be some of our favorites. Opened in December 2015, the wellness-focused res…
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Ritz-Carlton Debuts Gorgeous Multi-Million Dollar Penthouses
Yesterday, Five Mile Capital Partners announced the debut of six new residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman available for purchase. The two- and three-bedroom penthouses are priced from $3.85 million to $16.4 million and range in size from 2,540 …
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Inside the Incredibly Cool Mondrian London at Sea Containers
The maritime-themed Mondrian London at Sea Containers docked along the Thames River is becoming one of the city’s hottest hotels. What was once an unsightly 1970s office building is no…
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Vibrant Lunar New Year Celebrations Across Asia
Most people are familiar with the traditions and festivities of Chinese New Year. But what some may not realize is that between Asian cultures, the Lunar New Year is celebrated on different days and in various ways. This year, Chinese New Year fel…
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A Posh Stay in Colonial Sri Lanka
Nearly a decade after its civil war ended, Sri Lanka is finally rising to the top of jetsetters’ lists. The island nation is now even easier to get to thanks to rapidly expanding routes both on its home carrier, Sri Lankan Airways and other Asian…
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What it Takes to Deliver Fine Dining at 30,000 Feet
Business and First Class cabins are undoubtedly the best way to travel well. As the top airlines get more creative with their premium offerings—spacious lounges, full showers, Champagne bars, private butlers—one…
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