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Andaz Re-Positions Itself as One of SD's Best Luxury Hotels With $4M Renovation

May 1, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

When you live in San Diego, you tend to feel like you’re on vacation 365 days a year. The weather is perfect, the beaches are only a 15-minute drive from most every neighborhood and our rooftop bars are the reason happy hours exist. Because of this, locals love their staycations since it means mixing up their daily routine while still enjoying the many benefits of SD.

Meet F&B Industry Leaders at Ruth's TasteMaker Dinners

Apr 28, 2017 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Last night, foodies across the country came together at various Ruth’s Chris Steak House locations to experience a five-course dinner in partnership with Johnnie Walker. Called TasteMaker Dinners, the events feature a curated menu alongside today’s tastemakers of wine, Champagne and whisky.

The JW Marriott Phu Quoc Island is Vietnam's Hot Spot for the Well-Heeled

Apr 27, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

Vietnam and, in particular, Phu Quoc Island is the up and coming hot destination for the well-heeled traveler. This is Vietnam’s largest island and has just become a rival for the next best island vacation with the 2017 opening of the JW Mar

Napa in a Nutshell: Experiencing a Proper Taste of Wine Country

Apr 24, 2017 | Contributor: Diane Sukiennik & Michael Reiss

High on many bucket lists is a trip to Napa Valley, the much-heralded mecca of the premium US wine production industry. Even after deciding to make this trip, there are a myriad of choices that make the planning a daunting task.

All the Pieces of Paradise: Florida’s Naples Grande Beach Resort

Apr 21, 2017 | Contributor: Sean Hillen

Hotel locations don’t get much better than the Naples Grande Beach Resort in Florida.

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa Means Exotic Seclusion off the Florida Keys

Apr 20, 2017 | Contributor: Sean Hillen

Seated outside on a warm spring evening, a soft island breeze swishes the fronds of palm trees overhead while docile deer patiently wait to be caressed. While this seems like a castaway’s dream, it’s a scene straight from a Florida Keys vacation on Little Palm Island Resort & Spa.

Southern Hospitality Abound at NOLA’s Henry Howard Hotel

Apr 18, 2017 | Contributor: Beth Graham

New Orleans’ Henry Howard Hotel combines the best of a modern boutique hotel with the quaint charm of Southern hospitality. Located in the Garden District among the grand dame mansions, this stately hotel offers the perfect ambience and location for exploring the Big Easy.

Innovative Hospitality Concept of 1er Etage Combines Apartment Living and Hotel Amenities

Apr 18, 2017 | Contributor: Carin von Berg

For the weary traveler who journeys for both leisure and business commitments, staying in a bustling hotel or even a cozy boutique hotel may not always be appealing on a trip to the City of Light.

Celebrate Earth Day With These 5 Eco-Friendly Hotels

Apr 3, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

This year marks the 47th anniversary of Earth Day, a 24-hour period dedicated to spreading awareness of environmental concerns and how we can work to create more sustainable environments.

Historic Hotel Eden Reopens in Rome This Spring

Mar 31, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

On 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.

Iceland's Blue Lagoon Gets its First Luxury Hotel

Mar 27, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

If you’ve been to Iceland, chances are you’ve visited the Blue Lagoon. One of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, the geothermal spa gets around 700,000 visitors a year. Even celebrities can’t resist it’s healing powers. Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber and Bill Gates have all made their way to the natural pool.

Ski-In, Ski-Out & Hang With Olympians At Park City's Crown Jewel

Mar 23, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Following a week in the French Alps this winter learning how to ski, I was eager to try out my new skill in the States. It’s been said that Utah has the best snow on earth, so this February I headed to Deer Valley for a weekend stay at The St. Regis, a five-diamond, ski-in/ski-out resort located just over a mile from Historic Main Street. If you’ve never been Park City, the first thing you should know is that the drive from the airport is about 45-minutes long and if it’s snowing, you may be required to have chains on your car. However, the hotel can also arrange for airport transfers so that you don’t need to worry about your transportat... Read More

Japanese Sleeper Train by Ferrari Designer Ready For its First Journey

Mar 20, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

This May, travelers to Japan will get the chance to see the country via a new high-speed bullet train offering overnight accommodations within 17 luxury suites. Train Suite Shiki-Shima will set off on itineraries through the north-eastern region of Tohoku and into Hokkaido exploring the regions’ cultures, crafts and cuisines along the way.

Dive the Site of the Infamous Titanic Shipwreck Next Spring

Mar 17, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In 1912, the world’s largest ship embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City. Four days later, the Titanic sank into the Atlantic Ocean two hours after hitting an iceberg. While most know the story of the infamous ship, its story still continues to captivate us, 105 years later.

Where to Sleep Under the Stars Without Going Glamping

Mar 13, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

We’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.