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Jumeirah Frankfurt is the bee's knees

Janice Nieder — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:56:01 EDT

Q: What do you call a person from Hamburg and a Person from Frankfurt?

A: A person from Hamburg is called a Hamburger and a person from Frankfurt is called a Frankfurter.

This is just one of the many interesting tidbits I found out...

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Experience Wine Country Like a Foodie Should: A Hands-On Culinary Tour in Sonoma

Janice Nieder — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:50:46 EDT

I've always had a fond spot in my heart for Sonoma. I thought of it rather like my fave old bathrobe: well-worn, comfy and fits just right � no surprises. But after joining Access Trips for a one-day sample of their new five-day, behind the scenes Wine Country Culinary Tour, this...

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5 Reasons to Consider a Stay at Sri Panwa Resort in Phuket, Thailand

Janice Nieder — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:19:35 EST

Sri Panwa reminds me of Angelina Jolie in the sense that she�s gorgeous from every angle, so it's virtually impossible to take a bad picture of her. Because of that, it�s hardly surprising that just one of the property�s many awards is 'Hotel with the Best View in the World' from Beach Tomato. Before I tell you why I was so completely enamored with this family-owned hotel, however, let�s get the cons out of the way....

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Repurposed 100 year old mattress factory in Milwaukee now hip Iron Horse Hotel

Janice Nieder — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:00:43 EST

At first glance the dramatic appearance of the Iron Horse Hotel, in Milwaukee�s happenin� Fifth Ward nabe and just a short walk from the world�s only Harley-Davidson Museum, makes you think it�s going to be too-cool-for-...

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Global Jet Lindbergh Card Promises to Keep Your World Moving

Janice Nieder — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 03:04:22 EDT

Erik Lindbergh (grandson of pioneering aviator Charles Lindbergh) joined Chris Leach, Chair of Air Charter Service, at Manhattan's Explorer Club last night, Oct.4, 2012 to launch a new global jet card.

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Hotel in Downtown Mobile Close to Best Attractions

Janice Nieder — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 01:31:40 EDT

This eight-story, Beaux-Arts beauty first opened in 1852, on the site of Andrew Jackson's military headquarters during the war of 1812, which is now the heart of downtown Mobile. The Battle House has long been a favorite haunt of politicians (Stephen A. Douglas was a guest here the night that he lost the presidency to Abraham Lincoln) royalty, entertainment and sports legends and is now a proud member of Historic Hotels of America....

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Historic Hotel & Spa in Downtown Mobile, Alabama | Battle House Hotel

Janice Nieder — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 01:31:40 EDT

Interview With Chef Rafael Piqueras of Peruvian Fusion Maras Restaurante

Janice Nieder — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 02:26:48 EDT

It's little wonder that when Westin built a luxurious, 30-story, sparkling steel and glass hotel in Lima last year (now Peru�s tallest building) at the cost of $130,000,000, they searched for a top chef whose talents would not be dwarfed by this iconic landmark....

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Hawaii Luxury Vacation Rentals Now Available at Kauai's Kukui'ula

Janice Nieder — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 04:44:05 EDT

�This is absolutely where I�m coming for my honeymoon,� I murmured to myself as I explored the heart-achingly, beautiful grounds of this $100+ million, 1,010-acre private resort community overlooking the Kukui'la Bay on the South Shore of Kauai near Poipu Beach. Of course, I have absolutely no marriage plans in the near (or even far) future, but spending a honeymoon week here would certainly sweeten the deal....

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Sheraton Kauai Turns Up the Heat With Chef Leanne Kamekona

Janice Nieder — Tue, 29 May 2012 06:07:10 EDT

Some of the best culinary advice this local Big Islander ever received was from Executive Chef John Zaner about 20 years ago at the Hawaii Hyatt, Maui when she was just beginning her cooking career. She had decided to further hone her skills she needed to attend the CIA in Hyde Park....

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A 17th Century Style Oasis in Ecuador

Janice Nieder — Mon, 21 May 2012 04:10:38 EDT

After an exhilarating but exhausting afternoon power shopping my way through the famed Otavalo handicraft market, I couldn't wait to hop a cab for the 10 minute ride back to my �oasis of calm,� the Hacienda Cusin. This restored 400-year-old Ecuadorian estate lies in an enchanted hodge-podge garden setting filled with a riotous display of color from the bauble-bright bougainvillea, roses and orchids, and painted, story-telling murals....

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A 17th Century Style Oasis at Ecuador's Hacienda Cusin

Janice Nieder — Mon, 21 May 2012 04:10:38 EDT

Four Seasons Plays Michelin Starring Role in Hong Kong and Macau

Janice Nieder — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:24:38 EDT

During an incomparable eating tour in China recently, I was more than happy to "double-down" for back to back dining experiences at the Michelin two- star restaurant, Zi Yat Heen, at the Four Seasons Macau, followed by lunch at Hong Kong�s Four Seasons restaurant, Lung King Heen....

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One of the Best Luxury Hotels in Hong Kong

Janice Nieder — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:04:31 EDT

For a stylish new hipster hotel, The Mira is surprisingly intimate, comfortable and user friendly. Fresh and smooth after a recent $65 million transformation, Tsimshatsui�s newest luxury lifestyle property is sporting the latest tech-savvy features, a variety of award-winning restaurants, and superb 18,000-square-foot spa and wellness center complete with a 25-meter indoor infinity-edge swimming pool....

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Indulgence for the Modern Traveler at Hotel Mira Hong Kong

Janice Nieder — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:04:31 EDT

InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong's undergoing glam face-lift!

Janice Nieder — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:27:46 EDT

I just returned from a trip to H.K. where I stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms at the Five Star, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, and I have to tell you, it's well-worth hearing a few nails being poun...

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Hong Kong's new Hotel Icon: Where five-star comfort meets creative excellence

Janice Nieder — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 02:19:58 EDT

Question:

What do you get when you recruit a dream team filled with internationally celebrated designers and architects, such as Terrence Conran, Rocco Yim, William Lim (eminent interior designer), Dr. Patri...

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Ecuador�s Mashpi Lodge Wins 2012 Design Award

Janice Nieder — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 03:30:16 EST

Having never visited a cloud forest, which sounded to me like some magical, fantasy place where Hobbits might reside, I was really looking forward to spending the night at Mashpi Lodge, which was nestled deep in a 2,600 acre private Andean reserve. I had been forewarned that the lodge was still a few months away from being finished so I would be dining in the staff quarters, (the grand opening is scheduled for April 2012.) But I didn�t mind one iota since the lodge had just been awarded the coveted Wallpaper* magazine Design Awards 2012 for Best Resort!...

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Ecuador Cloud Forest Discovery: Mashpi Lodge

Janice Nieder — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:16:59 EST

A two-and-a-half hour drive from Quito, Ecuador’s bustling capital city brings you to the award-winning Mashpi Lodge, a heavenly hideaway in a private reserve where discerning, eco-conscious travelers can experience life in the clouds, 3,116...

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Ho, Ho, Ho in style with the kids at NYC's Carlyle Hotel

Janice Nieder — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 03:06:36 EST

If you have wee ones, this is one Christmas hotel package you'll definitely want to know about particularly if you spent all the past Black, Green (and every other color) shopping days desperately trying to score either a Let&a...

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Stay in Customized Comfort at Manhattan's Affinia 50

Janice Nieder — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:10:53 EST
When I visit Manhattan I always stay at the same West Side hotel. Not because it's particularly wonderful, or that I get a great rate or anything, but because it's geographically desirable � right across the street from my sister's apartment....

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Second Annual Napa Truffle Festival-January 13-16, 2012

Janice Nieder — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:17:56 EST

Calling all truffle lovers! In case you're not aware of it, there's a new truffle kid in town. No longer will you have to spend endless hours, not to mention beaucoup bucks, flying to France or Italy for your truffle fix. The Napa Truffl...

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Hotel Les Ottomans fit for a Pasha

Janice Nieder — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:23:16 EST

Istanbul has pulled off a royal slam-dunk! This vibrant city barely had time to catch its breath after being anointed the 2010 European Capital of Culture before it was chosen as the European Capital of Sport for 2012. In other words, it'...

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Biltmore Hotels Perfect for Luxury Girlfriend Getaways

Janice Nieder — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:37:31 EST

As I was looking back at my favorite hotel stays this year, I realized that two of my favorites spots were Biltmore’s-just a coincidence since they have no relationship with each other. One was theJustLuxe.com