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Oct 14, 2013 | Contributor: Katherine BondItaly has some competition. Croatia, the slender post-Cold War country that sits just across the Adriatic Sea from the land that is home to pizzas and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, is quietly luring the jet-setting class to its soil. In particular, the rugged coastal city of Dubrovnik offering unending views of the emerald sea and petite untouched islands is thriving with a surge of international guests. American couples and roving European families are quickly filling its medieval streets and winding coastal highways, and it is not a surprise to the Adriatic Luxury Hotels (ALH) group. ... Read More | 
Oct 14, 2013 | Contributor: Melissa de CarteretThere are some names that inspire hushed tones and looks of reverence. Coworth Park in Berkshire, which reopened in 2010, after untold millions in renovations and three years in the making, is one such name. Previously, the 18th century country house was a place where royalty, historic figures and American colonists would rest their heads. Set in 240 acres of undulating parkland, a gentle canter from Ascot and within sight of the house where John Lennon wrote Imagine, it is the only hotel in Britain with its own polo fields, where you can ride in Windsor Great Park on Grand Prix dressage horses (or your own). ... Read More | 
Oct 10, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoJoining the array of privately owned and resort-affiliated luxury villas in East Africa’s Zanzibar, Tanzania, the Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa will be ready to welcome in guests in February 2014. Opening 11 residences with private swimming pools, the new resort will be offering travelers a chance to experience the semi-autonomous city through the lens of its tropical oasis villas. ... Read More | 
Oct 4, 2013 | Contributor: Jared Paul SternThe Viceroy Riviera Maya, one of the Caribbean’s most exclusive and romantic luxury resorts, is set to become even more luxurious with the debut of five newly built Signature Villas designed to appeal to celebrity and VIP clientele (for whom privacy and perfection are a must).... Read More | 
Oct 3, 2013 | Contributor: Carol DriverArmed with a love of historic buildings, former lawyer Chris Badham and artist Damian Llambias embarked on a project of a lifetime. They ditched their lives in London and bought the magnificent 30-bedroom Huntsham Court, a beautiful Grade II*-listed Victorian mansion located in the heart of the rolling Devon countryside. Recently, we were able to chat with the pair about the purchase, renovations and vision for the manor.... Read More | 
Oct 2, 2013 | Contributor: Victor and Mary Sitting in the Santa Monica Mountains, Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village offers a Southern California oasis for visitors and a great staycation for locals. Recently, my colleague and I took the 40-minute ride from L.A. to experience the hotel. Upon arrival, the exterior gave off a distinct business-formal feel, however, the interiors proved a more relaxed atmosphere. Accommodations come in a variety of sizes based on preference and include breathtaking views of the mountains.... Read More | 
Oct 1, 2013 | Contributor: Eric RosenThe sunny Mediterranean isle of Mallorca has long been a favorite destination of European jetsetters and nightlife enthusiasts alike. To meet guests’ varying needs, hotels offer accommodations ranging from ultra-luxurious private enclaves to seaside huts. While most visitors tend to go for the beaches that fringe the island’s rugged coastline, there is another Mallorca that beckons. ... Read More | 
Sep 18, 2013 | Contributor: Carly ZindermanThe Ritz-Carlton is planning to open a new hotel in Bali in 2014. The hotel will be ideally situated amongst the island's most beautiful beaches and will offer specially created activities and experiences.... Read More | 
Sep 12, 2013 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamSet on a private beach in Fiji, The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa offers a tropical escape from your daily life. With watersports, an acclaimed spa, and elegant, island-inspired rooms, this resort allows you to embrace island living and its relaxing culture. Exquisite on-site dining and access to excellent amenities and activities make the Westin Denarau a great choice for an upcoming respite.... Read More | 
Aug 16, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico | 1 CommentI’ve always had this dream of living in a real-life musical. I’m Anne Hathaway in Les Misérables and every time someone speaks it’s wonderfully melodic; or I’m selling papers on the streets of New York and luckily the other Newsies know just how to make me feel better — through song. My second dream was always the ability to go to sleep in one country and to wake up in another without so much as lifting a finger. I know, you’re probably rolling your eyes thinking that planes, trains and automobiles have made that dream a reality several decades ago.... Read More | 
Aug 15, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoBali, Indonesia. I’ll say it again, Bali, Indonesia. If you’re like most, pictures of tropical beaches, serene beauty or Balinese art probably flashed in your mind at the mere mention of the Indonesian province. Personally, I’ve pictured myself there a million times; of course I’m wearing a long white dress and…well, that’s another topic. Among its sandy shores, sits a plethora of four- and five-star hotels that equally compare in beauty and tranquility. Naturally, when we learned the Capella Hotel Group was opening a second property there in September, we were eager to see how the resort would compare to its competitors.... Read More | 
Aug 15, 2013 | Contributor: James Rothaar | 2 CommentsAs a part of a grand unveiling for the newly renovated Vatulele Island Resort in Fiji, a penthouse in Los Angeles’ West Hollywood neighborhood was recently transformed into a tropical-themed, South Pacific-like setting. Lionel Richie, Holly Robinson Peete, Kaley Cuoco, Britt Ekland and Justin Chambers were all in attendance and talked about their personal experiences vacationing at the Vatulele in the past. After a $30-million facelift the resort is ready for its next chapter as it strives to maintain its position as one of the island's top hotels.... Read More | 
Aug 7, 2013 | Contributor: Lena KatzIf you're a fan of more intellectual travel programming than one finds these days on the Travel Channel, you might like AERIAL AMERICA, Smithsonian Channel's televised "quest to capture all 50 states from the air." Call it high-concept or just call it high-up from an elevation standpoint, the fact remains, this series takes a different perspective on American points of interest than the "down and folksy in the BBQ pit" rambles that most networks are going for.... Read More | 
Aug 5, 2013 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamAs a resort in Kauai, The St. Regis Princeville already has one of the most beautiful locales in the world to call its home and goes above and beyond in everything it provides. This is precisely what has earned it a top spot in the Condé Nast Traveler's 2012 Gold List. Sandy beaches, fine dining, fun activities and luxurious accommodations await those ready to take a plunge into the Pacific and enjoy premier Kauai vacation destination.... Read More | 
Jul 31, 2013 | Contributor: Carol Driver | 1 CommentOwner Francesco Alessi is standing proudly in the lush garden of our grand Sicilian villa, Il Giardino di Isabella, holding in his outstretched right hand what appears to be a rusty spear. In broken English, he explains it was the very flagpole his great grandfather had used to claim the land on which we sit, after he had led the revolution against the Bourbon rule of Sicily about 160 years ago.... Read More |
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