Hotel Reviews: In a way, I have always thought of myself as a rock star of sorts, but after a recent weekend stay at the Hard Rock San Diego, my wild notion seemed even more validated.
Checking into the hotel was like checking into a dream-like reality, where I was indeed a rock star living the lavish life I had always imagined.
While I may actually be the furthest thing from a rock star, everything at the Hard Rock San Diego sure did make me feel like one, from the friendly and efficient valet service and VIP check-in to the opulent suite decked out in true rock star fashion. Upon checking in at the VIP lounge area, I was impressed with the level of personal a... Read More
Luxury Hotels: With a portfolio that includes 17 luxurious hotels in 16 cities throughout the U.S. and Canada, Loews Hotels has been catering to the needs of discerning travelers for more than six decades.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: In the heart of Delray Beach, Florida, the Seagate Hotel and Spa has opened as a sophisticated boutique hotel and spa that goes beyond the usual expectations.... Read More
Hotel Review: Formerly Gene Autry's Melody Ranch and Merv Griffin's Givenchy Resort and Spa, the Parker Palm Springs is situated on thirteen acres of beautifully landscaped gardens surrounded by the desert and picturesque mountains.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Capella Hotels and Resorts have become synonymous with setting a high standard in the luxury travel industry, offering guests numerous choices, from property location to on-site amenities.
Luxury Hotels: Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is a leading international hospitality group with an impressive portfolio of 28 luxury hotels in 25 main gateway destinations worldwide.... Read More
Hotel Review: At the junction of the revitalized Embarcadero waterfront and the Financial District in San Francisco, Hotel Vitale offers a one-of-a-kind eco-luxury experience. Hotel Vitale is a stylish boutique hotel – the perfect nesting sanctuary for travelers in need of an urban retreat. From the warm and inviting lobby to the sprigs of lavender that sprout from the guest room doors, Hotel Vitale is a delicate balance of natural elements and modern elegance.
Accommodations at Hotel Vitale are designed with nurturing in mind. Each of the 200 guestrooms feature spa-like amenities and décor such as limestone covered bathrooms, luxurious high-end sheets, and soft and subtle color scheme. Upon ... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Manhattan's trendy SoHo district is about to become even more of a hotspot with the grand opening of its latest luxury high-rise.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Located in the heart of the Crescent City, the W New Orleans -- French Quarter is the place to see and be seen. It is here where dreams are realized, romances are rekindled, and memories are made.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a leader in the luxury hospitality industry. The collection consists of elegant, unique hotels, estates and luxury private residence club properties.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Conceived in 1982 with the goal of bringing contemporary luxury to the world's most popular tourist destinations, Conrad Hotels & Resorts is built on a history of giving guests the best in service with contemporary style.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The reinvented Royal Hawaiian Resort is a bonbon by the sea--as pink, glossy and delightful as some Parisian confection, but with the cosmo-tropical flair that always reminds you: yes, you are in the heart of Waikiki.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: It starts with the bed. Ah, bed, the glorious bed that we experienced in Suite 50 at the Mayflower Inn. If you've ever wanted to be cushioned in a cocoon of comfort, the Mayflower Inn is hard to beat. My husband Bill and I snuggle... Read More
Luxury Hotels: With the introduction of the "Boutique Hotel" concept, the hospitality industry was forever changed. The name behind the revolutionizing concept was Morgans, the hotel on Madison Avenue in New York City that forever changed our expe... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The aspects that make Waldorf Astoria the world-renowned destination that it is are equal parts large, unmistakable icons of luxury and the small, intimate details that set the hotel apart in the minds of its elite clientele.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: White sands, exclusive beaches, uninterrupted sunshine and a nightlife that never sleeps entices visitors from all over the world who are looking for an unforgettable escape.... Read More
Historic Hotels: "Could we be any closer to the trains?" the exclamation went out, by my God love him, train obsessed spouse. Yes, it was pretty exciting to drive up the General Palmer Hotel in Durango and discover that the beautiful historic... Read More
We've never met a luxury hotel we didn't like. In fact, it's our business to stay at luxury hotels. So it's always a pleasure to actually experience unparalleled luxury -- to find a hotel where the experience is so terrific, and so downright sybaritic t... Read More
Something old is new again in the Newport Beach area: The Island Hotel - Newport Beach, a 23-year old cherished property snuggled between the corporate towers in the Newport beach area, just unveiled its two year, multi-million dollar facelift.... Read More
Located right on the banks of the Potomac River, the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center offers guests everything they need to enjoy the capitol city and its vast surrounding area.... Read More
Luxury Hotels News: Global marketing information-services provider J.D. Power and Associates cited the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as the top-rated luxury hotel in its 2009 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. The... Read More
Located in one of the most tech-savvy cities in the nation, the Hotel 1000 Seattle doesn't fail to serve up some of the most unusual twists and turns of modern technology. With luxurious touches, at every turn, from the moment you enter the modern-style lobby, a stay at this epitome of modern elegance won't be soon forgotten.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: I've had the opportunity to stay in some pretty nice places through the years, but Hacienda Del Sol in Taos really does a great job of conveying the feeling of the area with its 11 individually themed rooms and suites which are... Read More
Yes, it goes without saying that size definitely does matter in the Lone Star State! Everybody knows that all things in Texas are bigger--and the Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center is without question no exception.... Read More
"Benjamin Franklin meets a supermodel" is how the ultra-chic Morgans Hotel Group describes its newest property, the Ames in central Boston, which is slated to open by November.... Read More
Now when in San Francisco, you can meet at "the clock," in the lobby of the Westin St. Francis, the "Grand Dame" of Union Square, thanks to a $40 million transformation of the historic hotel, which opened in 1904.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Get ready to experience the ultimate in service and comfort at The SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand. Perched on the top two floors of MGM Grand, SKYLOFTS redefines luxury.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: On August 1st the Rocco Forte Collection of European luxury hotels will open its first resort property, the $175 million Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, on the southern coast of Sicily. The Collection's 13th property, Verdura will... Read More
The exclusive hotel offers the dedication of personalized attention that one expects in a private home, with the exception of having 103 rooms, 39 suites, and 5 luxury apartments offering exceptional views of the Place de Concorde as well as interior courtyards.... Read More
In a poll recently conducted by the American Automobile Association (AAA) to celebrate the Fourth of July, the Hermitage Hotel Nashville surfaced as being the most luxurious historic hotel in America.... Read More
The Hotel Concorde Saint Lazare is located in an elite section of Paris and offers luxurious surroundings as well as premium service to all of its guests.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: La Réserve, the sophisticated hospitality group that owns a Jacques Garcia-designed hotel on Lake Geneva and a collection of apartment flats in Paris, has just opened a third property, La Réserve Ramatuelle, located just... Read More
Pampered dogs are happily howling and barking with delight as their owners seem to always be in search of new ways to bring joy and added luxury in to their beloved pawed princes and princess.... Read More
Located on the eastern side of Vancouver Island, Victoria is a small city of condo buildings, quaint storefronts and eateries that play host to both tourists and business travelers alike.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The Rocco Forte Collection of European luxury hotels has two reasons for luxe-loving travelers to celebrate this month: the official opening of their newest property in Prague, and a great new package at their Brussels outpost.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Our friends at the historic New Yorker Hotel in Midtown Manhattan inform us the 43-story Art Deco classic has undergone a comprehensive, $70 million restoration. The hotel, designed by the architectural firm of Sugarman and... Read More
Designed to offer the best in personalized service and living spaces, Andaz has opened their newest location in West Hollywood: the hotspot for wild nightlife and exciting vacations.... Read More
Located on the serene island of St. Barths in the Caribbean, the Hotel St. Barth Isle de France combines the vibrancy of its West Indies location with the European flair, divine food and drinks and exquisite boutique shopping found in the South of France.... Read More
Despite -- or because of -- what is undoubtedly a difficult period for many businesses, The Helmsley Park Lane Hotel has decided that this is the time for truly upscale hotels to do more, not less.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Travel can be a very wearying experience. Between jetlag, time changes, and simply being in unfamiliar surroundings, frequent travel really can take a toll on a person. Palihouse Holloway, an exceptionally distinctive... Read More
Inspired by the African empires of yore, The Palace of the Lost City takes travelers on a voyage through Africa's past and into the future from The Leading Hotels of the World.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: Hotel Fouquet's Barriere is located on Champs-Elysées and Avenue George V. The Champs-Elysées, which is frequently noted as being the most beautiful avenue in the world, is a two-kilometer strip with many of Paris' fabled... Read More
Ritz-Carlton is among the top luxury-hotel brands worldwide. With more than 70 properties and plans in place to increase locations, the reach of the distinguished hotelier expands yearly.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The Hard Rock Hotel in Chicago, while not as large as its sister hotels, is warm and inviting, combining modern décor with classic Hard Rock style.
The Hard Rock Chicago opened its doors five years ago, in the heart... Read More
Life is busy. Too busy. I often get the urge to leave the daily grind behind and take single evening "power vacations" at local San Diego-area hotels near my home.... Read More
Luxury Hotels: In April, Switzerland's legendary Fairmont Le Montreux Palace will unveil a major multimillion-dollar renovation by noted interior designer Fiona Thompson complete with a new luxury suite named after Queen frontman Freddie... Read More
Overlooking Kauna'oa Bay, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is one of four premier hotels operated by Prince Resorts Hawaii...and one of my personal favorites.... Read More
With more than 30 properties, Destination Hotels & Resorts accomplishes the daunting task of presenting a unique and regional experience at each location. Now, after a round of renovations, Destination puts the spotlight on dining - creating dining experiences that convey warmth and sustainability in distinctive settings.... Read More
The day we made our way to the Arizona Biltmore for lunch it was quite blustery and there was an All Star Basketball game in town so the lobby was filled with really famous tall people, none of which we could readily identify, not being avid fans.... Read More
Luxury Casinos: The Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa opened for luxury last month and continues to impress guests with its modern feel and emphasis on comfort, in one of the area's tallest buildings.
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Luxury Hotels: The Fairmont Chicago hotel, recently reopened after a $50 million renovation, is celebrating native son Barack Obamas occupation of the Oval Office new top-floor Presidential Suite dedicated to the charismatic... Read More
Luxury Hotels: For over 100 years, The Plaza Hotel has been a New York landmark of luxury. Recently reopened, The Plaza Hotel has maintained its old elegance, with some modern upgrades.
Luxury Hotels: A trip to the Caribbean is one of the most luxurious vacations that one can hope for. So how do you make a vacation to the Caribbean even more amazing? Staying at the best hotel in the entire Caribbean, Bermuda, and Bahamas is... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The luxurious Wynn Macau is one of only five hotels in Asia to be the proud recipient of the prestigious Mobil Five Star hospitality award.
The Mobil Five Star hospitality award has been awarded to only 69 Mobil... Read More
Luxury Hotels: The Madonna Inn provides travelers with at least 110 reasons to stay and play at one of the most compelling destination hotels of the world. Each of its 110 guestrooms has its own special theme; no two rooms are alike... Read More
Luxury Hotels: San Diego, a cultural melting pot for the trendy and modern, makes a opulent vacation spot for the adventurous. The Hotel Solamar, a Kimpton Hotel, is located in the center of downtown San Diego's Gaslamp... Read More
On one of our junkets to review West Coast hotels this summer, we bedded down at The Crescent, a boutique standard hotel that has become a quiet Beverly Hills address for creative types since its launch five years ago.... Read More
Luxury Casinos: The city of Baden-Baden, Germany is best known for its soothing thermal waters. Here travelers discover the Casino Baden-Baden, named by Forbes as one of the World's Best Casinos.
Luxury Hotels: Get ready to experience the ultimate in service and comfort at The SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand. Perched on the top two floors of MGM Grand, SKYLOFTS redefines luxury.... Read More
Designed to offer the best in personalized service and living spaces, Andaz has opened their newest location in West Hollywood: the hotspot for a wild night life and exciting vacations.... Read More
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