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Oct 18, 2017 | Contributor: Tiffany LeighThere are very few places that can boast fine automotive excellence, heritage gastronomy, and worldly arts and culture in one location—that is, unless you’re in Modena, Italy. The city is located in the country’s Emilia-Romagna region and situated northwest of Rome—an easy three hour train ride or 55 minute flight. ... Read More | 
Sep 12, 2017 | Contributor: Sean Hillen
Gourmet cuisine and golf make a perfect match, as ace luxury resorts have clearly demonstrated. Here are a few properties throughout Europe to help you score a hole-in-one. ... Read More | 
Aug 17, 2017 | Contributor: Vicki ArkoffHeaded to Milan for some shopping? Spoil yourself a little with a tailor-made travel detour first. ... Read More | 
Jul 10, 2017 | Contributor: Nick KontisEveryone has a favorite city. For most worldly explorers, Florence is near the top of many must-see lists. The time-skipping beauty of the cradle of the Renaissance comes complete with a romantic and enchanting spell that continues to leave one craving more. ... Read More | 
Apr 28, 2017 | Contributor: Eric RosenVenice has no shortage of landmark hotels with prestigious names like the Gritti Palace, the Hotel Danieli and the Belmond Hotel Cipriani. ... Read More | 
Mar 31, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoOn April 1, Hotel Eden will officially reopen following an 18-month restoration project overseen by architect and interior designers Bruno Moinard and Claire Betaille of 4BI & Associés and Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku from Jouin Manku. ... Read More | 
Mar 13, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoWe’ve always enjoyed the idea of glamping because it gives us a chance to be in touch with our surroundings, while still having upscale amenities. But sometimes we’d like to take in the natural beauty around us in the comfort of a luxury hotel, and not in the middle of the wilderness. ... Read More | 
Dec 13, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoFor a second year in a row, The Excelsior Hotel Gallia in Milan, Italy, won the World Travel Awards’ best suite category. Beating out accommodations at properties such as Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the Raj Palace, Belmond Hotel Cipriani and Emirates Palace, the Katara Suite’s victory was no easy feat. ... Read More | 
Dec 5, 2016 | Contributor: Janice NiederI’ve always felt that the best way to appreciate another country is by traveling on foot while indulging in the local cuisine. As much as I like to hike, I love to eat, which is why Hedonistic Hiking’s unique culinary walking tour A Tuscan Harvest: Chianti, Castles and Tuscan Cooking had my name written all over it. ... Read More | 
Nov 30, 2016 | Contributor: Janice NiederI recently completed a marvelous one-week Tuscan trekking trip with Hedonistic Hiking, and a luxury stay in an exclusive spa-hotel was a much-needed break following the excursion. My guest and I sought out the help of the five-star Adler Thermae Spa & Relax Resort, a wellness property in Tuscany, to help us revive our tired bones. The hotel is located next to the small hamlet of Bagno Vignoni, a town with a population of 35. ... Read More | 
Nov 2, 2016 | Contributor: Kimberly FisherIt’s not that new, from-the-ground-up hotels are any less esteemed, it’s just that properties with a storied past are just more intriguing. Sometimes to really get a sense of place when traveling, the best suites are the ones found in historic properties that have been around for centuries. Long before these luxury destinations were welcoming guests, they were the residences of princes, the estates of Italian musicians and former prison cells. If their stories don’t impress you, their fine furnishings, list of amenities and scenic locations just might do the trick. Here are five historic properties that have been restored and turned into luxury hotels: ... Read More | 
Aug 20, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico | 2 CommentsItaly is no stranger to fashion, and while Florence doesn’t hold the same weight as Milan in the industry, you may be surprised to know that this little city holds a piece of the fashion world on its soil. The Salvatore Ferragamo family-owned Villa Le Rose of the Lungarno Collection sits on the southern hills of Florence. Previously owned by the Medici family, Villa Le Rose has long been a place of superior luxury and an icon of wealth. The Medici’s were well known for their support of the arts and humanities; and as such, it is fitting that its current owner is among the top luxury brands in fashion.&... Read More | 
Aug 24, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoPossibly one of the most buzzed about openings of 2016, Il Sereno Lago di Como has finally welcomed its first guests this month. The design hotel comes from the same owners as the Sereno in Saint Barthélemy and was designed by Milan-based designer Patricia Urquiola, known as one of the best in the industry. Her products include collections for brands such as Louis Vuitton, Baccarat, B&B Italia, BMW and Moroso. ... Read More | 
Aug 23, 2016 | Contributor: Sean HillenNestled amidst more than 20 scattered Sardinian islands and islets that make up the Archipelago of La Maddalena along the Bonifacio Strait, Ma&Ma Grand Hotel Resort & Spa could hardly occupy a more scenic maritime corner. Owned by Manila Salvati and Mario Mela (whom the hotel is named after), this coastal property is comprised of 92 rooms, suites and villas, some in private ownership. ... Read More | 
Aug 10, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoThis week, hordes of travel agents, industry professionals, journalists and bloggers have descended upon Las Vegas for Virtuoso Travel Week. The yearly event is put on by the luxury travel network which is comprised of over 380 agencies with more than 11,400 elite travel advisors in 30 countries. With a few more days left, the by-invitation-only organization has released its findings for the upcoming travel season. ... Read More |
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