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Experience Artistic Shock and Awe at Oslo's The Thief Hotel

May 9, 2018 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

If you haven’t been to Norway yet, put it on your must-do list for this year. The country is full of natural beauty with stunning fjords, crystal glacier lakes, charming coastal villages and endless cultural experiences.

Frankfurt's Storied Urban Retreat, The Villa Kennedy, a Rocco Forte Hotel

Sep 29, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

Frankfurt is one of the main financial centers of Europe. There are skyscrapers filled with multinational corporations, banking conglomerates and it just happens to be the center of the European banking system and the Euro.

Exclusive Puerto Banús Again Ranked as the Most Expensive Mooring Berth in Europe

Sep 12, 2020 | Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Once again, Puerto Banús, Marbella’s exclusive marina, has earned the top spot in the 10 most expensive mooring berths in Europe list. The mooring fee on Spain’s Costa del Sol has remained high at 4,289 euros per day (which is around $5,081 USD per day), the same rate as last year.

Diving in the Norway's Fjord Country at Solstrand Hotel & Bad

Nov 13, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

A couple, 30-something in age, leans over the infinity edge of the pool. They exchange glances between each other and the beautiful views of the fjords of western Norway. Steam from pool's warm water mixes with the brisk Norwegian air.

Exploring the Seas and Lands of the Vikings with Oceania Luxury Cruises

Nov 10, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

Scandinavia and the Baltic region are lands of impressive fjords, vast seas and idyllic coastlines. The Vikings and Czars left their mark on these lands with opulent palaces as well as fortressed medieval villages. The Viking homeland is the focus

Spend the Night In Croatia's Uber Sexy Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

Oct 5, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

The Dalmatian coast is a captivating territory of emerald waters, rich cultures and the place where holiday-makers descend from March until September of each year. Croatia has the lion’s share of the Adriatic Sea's eastern coastline and plenty of tony vacation spots with its most popular being Dubrovnik.

Historic Luxury, Northern Charm: Inside Swinton Park Hotel, Yorkshire

Nov 14, 2017 | Contributor: Selene Nelson

Deep in the North Yorkshire dales, set in 250 acres of forested parkland bordering the moors, is the Swinton Park Estate. As you drive through wrought-iron gates and catch a first glimpse of this striking ancestral home, complete with ivy-clad turrets and Gothic battlements, it’s easy to imagine you’ve stepped back in time.

Inside Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa in Wicklow, Ireland

Nov 10, 2017 | Contributor: Selene Nelson

Just a half hour drive from Dublin, Powerscourt Hotel is located in some of County Wicklow’s most beautiful countryside. Set among the spectacular Powerscourt Estate, this eponymous hotel looks out across a rolling, wooded valley onto the iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Bucharest's Hotel Epoque Beckons Guests with Fine Dining, Tranquility and Location

Nov 9, 2017 | Contributor: Sean Hillen

Inscribed on the wall outside its entrance door is a catchphrase that accurately sums up one of the prime attractions of the five-star Hotel Epoque in central Bucharest: "Retreat in the heart of the city."

The Posh Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary In Style

Nov 3, 2017 | Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

When the posh Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme opened in 2002, it set a new standard for contemporary luxury on the Parisian hotel scene. 15 years later there have been many imitations, but none that offer the same panache.

A Taste of Irish Luxury: Inside The Merrion Hotel, Dublin

Nov 2, 2017 | Contributor: Selene Nelson

If you’re looking for unadulterated Irish luxury, there’s only one choice. Located in the heart of Dublin’s center, The Merrion Hotel is the city’s most stylish five-star offering, and Merrion Square, the National Gallery and Museum, and the Grafton Street shopping district are all within a stone’s throw.

Your Next Great Ski Destination is France's Incredible New Club Med Samoens

Oct 31, 2017 | Contributor: Vicki Arkoff

After a massive $1.5 billion investment, 66-year-old Club Med is brand new again. The pioneer of all-inclusive vacations has become a brilliant luxury resort market leader for adventure travelers, having renovated many of its 68 best resorts around the world, with plans for an exciting collection of new grand openings from Asia to South America.

English Country Charm: Inside Down Hall Hotel & Spa

Oct 25, 2017 | Contributor: Selene Nelson

When it comes to traditional country house hotels, it’s hard to imagine one that fits the bill more than Down Hall Hotel & Spa. Perched on the border of Hertfordshire and Essex, this elegantly handsome pad is one of England’s most established country hotels.

Enjoy a Weekend of Fun and Fitness at The Marylebone Hotel

Oct 24, 2017 | Contributor: Cheryl Slater

The well-being and fitness scene in London is thriving with an abundance of healthy cafes, juice bars, restaurants, holistic spa days, gyms and yoga studios. It’s rare though, to find a hotel that’s specifically created an overnight package, in the heart of the capital, that’s dedicated to supporting its guests health and fitness goals during their stay.

Bucharest Athenee Palace Hilton: A Historical Home-Away-From-Home

Oct 23, 2017 | Contributor: Sean Hillen

Sitting under a blue sky on the terrace of the Athenee Palace Hotel, one might mistakenly think one is in the midst of an exotic jungle setting. That's due to the mysterious monkey sounds emanating from the foliage of nearby tree-tops. But no, it’s not the Amazon or deepest Africa. It’s Bucharest, capital of Romania, and the noise one hears is a mimicking one, a creative ruse to keep nuisance birds away from guests' tables.