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Jan 11, 2016 | Contributor: Chad Chisholm “If these walls could talk,” is never more true than when uttered in reference to hotels. Of course, if they could speak, we probably wouldn’t want to know all the spicy details of a traveler’s stay. But there are some properties whose stories begin long before they ever housed guests. These hotels once housed everyone from bankers to newspaper men and even prisoners, before being transformed into luxury properties across the globe. Here are 10 properties that went from historic spaces to four- and five-star accommodations: ... Read More |
Jan 11, 2016 | Contributor: Chad Chisholm “If these walls could talk,” is never more true than when uttered in reference to hotels. Of course, if they could speak, we probably wouldn’t want to know all the spicy details of a traveler’s stay. But there are some properties whose stories begin long before they ever housed guests. These hotels once housed everyone from bankers to newspaper men and even prisoners, before being transformed into luxury properties across the globe. Here are 10 properties that went from historic spaces to four- and five-star accommodations: ... Read More |
Sep 25, 2013 | Contributor: Carly Zinderman Initially, pulling up to the Hotel Lucia in Downtown Portland is much like pulling up to any urban luxury hotel. A doorman is there to greet you, take your bags, and guide you toward the lobby. The difference takes place once you step inside the hotel lobby.... Read More |
Sep 12, 2013 | Contributor: Carly Zinderman Whenever I visit Portland, I am immediately struck by the city’s laid-back, informal vibe. Even the restaurants that serve haute cuisine that — in any other city, would demand a dress code — have casual diners. Given that prior experience, stepping into Hotel deLuxe came as an unexpectedly upscale surprise.... Read More |
Aug 28, 2013 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team Located in the heart of downtown, The Westin Portland gives guests easy access to all of the city’s great sites and attractions.... Read More |
Aug 24, 2012 | Contributor: Carly Zinderman | 1 Comment Whether you visit the Rose City for business or pleasure, The Westin Portland is ready to give you an elegant boutique hotel experience amidst some of the city's best shopping, dining, nightlife and cultural attractions.... Read More |
May 25, 2012 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed When you walk into the now defunct Portland Savings Bank on Exchange Street, which has morphed into a funky local hangout for artists known as Sonny’s, you can almost feel the rich history that surrounded this historic building. While transforming the bank into the now popular restaurant... Read More |
May 9, 2012 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed Portland, Maine is well known for its conglomeration of talented artists, who flock to the quaint area for its tight-knit community, funky shops and fantastic restaurants. What you might not expect to find here though is a chef who seems to turn out dishes that are almost too beautiful to eat.... Read More |
May 2, 2012 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed New England has so many incredible destinations but Portland, Maine remains one of our favorite places to visit with its rich maritime history and short driving distance from Boston. There is so much to do in this waterfront city from visiting the local shops and restaurants that dot the main downtown streets to taking a day trip on a boat to a nearby island.... Read More |
Jun 6, 2011 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team
Examining 35 million photos on Flickr, Cornell researchers have discovered the most photographed places in the world. Researchers discovered that not only do people all shoot the same destinations; they shoot from many of the same angles. In... Read More |
May 31, 2011 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team
Visitors to Portland, Oregon have decided it’s time to overlook the drizzle and dim that plagues the city nine months out of the year, so they can experience the uniqueness the city has to offer. From lush forests to fantastic eats, Portland is... Read More |
May 18, 2010 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed Luxe Travel Portland has always been known as one of the country's best walking cities so finding a hotel that is centrally located here is paramount.
Located right in the middle of shopping, dining, entertainment and cultural attractions sits The Nines Hotel. The property is situated at the top of the Meier & Frank Building occupying the top floors of the building with a Macy's located on the first floor. You can literally walk out of your hotel room and take the elevator down to Macy's to start your day off shopping. It doesn't get any better than that!... Read More |
Apr 15, 2010 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico Luxury Hotels: In Portland, Oregon being "hip" is a way of life for the locals; their haute couture fashion showcased daily.... Read More |
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