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Sofitel Marseille Vieux: The Mediterranean's Nautically-Chic Hotel With a Provençal Palette

BY : Sean Hillen | 2014

An upside-down metallic stag out front represents a most unexpected introduction to the Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port, but its relevance in terms of perspective, becomes clearer upon entering the five-star property. Located beside the Palais du...

La Valencia Offers $1M Package for Wedding Parties to Take Over Beachside Hotel

BY : JustLuxe Team | 2014

Last year, basketball god star Lebron James rented out the entire Grand Del Mar hotel for his wedding to his now wife, Savannah Brinson. If this kind of privacy is just the thing you want for your own nuptials, La Valencia in La Jolla, CA is...

Hyatt Hotel Brings Updated Looks to the Classic Hôtel Martinez Under New Ownership

BY : Sean Hillen | 2014

Already a legend within hospitality circles along the glamorous Côtes d’Azur since it opened in 1929, the Grand Hyatt Cannes Hôtel Martinez is set to rise even more as room renovations get underway. New owner, Hyatt Hotels...

A More Exclusive Belize: 6 of the Best Boutique Hotels in the Country

BY : Nicolle Monico | 2014

A combination of Caribbean beauty and rich Central American culture, Belize is home to lush jungles, Mayan Pyramids and the second largest barrier reef in the world. Known for its fascinating underwater playground of more than 500 species of fish...

5 Glamorously Haunted Hotels to Put You in the Halloween Spirit

BY : Vicki Arkoff | 2014

Sleeping with ghosts in America’s most haunted hotels is not for the faint of heart, but for many it’s an unforgettable adventure not to be missed, especially with Halloween approaching. And when specters have the good taste to haunt...

The Golds, French Inspirations & High Teas of Buenos Aires' Alvear Palace Hotel

BY : Parm Parmar | 2014

For 82 years, celebrities and dignitaries have been gracing the doors of the opulent Alvear Palace Hotel and resting their heads in the magnificently appointed guest rooms. Built in 1932, the beauty of the hotel is found in the details...

Actress Lucy Liu Stars as the Newest Celebrity Fan of Mandarin Oriental Hotels

BY : Vicki Arkoff | 2014

Luxury in its most basic sense is, as Sherlock Holmes would say, “Elementary, my dear Watson. Elementary.” Ironically enough, the newest spokesperson for the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is Lucy Liu, who stars as Joan Watson in...

Yanqi Lake Kempinski Makes Its Debut in Beijing With Oval-Shaped Structure

BY : JustLuxe Team | 2014

Hotels these days are getting pretty creative with their designs. Gone are the days of the traditional structures and carbon-copies of the brand’s other properties. Today’s buildings are just as much a part of the allure of the...

6 Reasons To Stay at Harbor View Hotel on Martha's Vineyard

BY : Kimberly Fisher | 2014

If you’re heading to Martha's Vineyard, the classic American getaway, consider staying at the historic Harbor View Hotel & Resort. Not only a vacation destination, but also a tradition for many, here are six reasons why you should...

Mirbeau Inn and Spa: A Quaint Massachusetts Property at The Pinehills

Staying at truly unique hotels can transport you to a different time and place, allowing you to forget the real world for a bit. Mirbeau Inn & Spa at The Pinehills in Plymouth Massachusetts is a great coastal escape 45 minutes south of Boston...

BY: Steve Mirsky | 2014

Iceland's Sleek and Poised ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is for the Design-Loving Traveler

BY : Donald Herrera-Fairbairn | 2014

Situated less than an hour outside of Iceland's capital city Reykjavik, the ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is a four-star property where unique design meets gorgeous landscapes under the beauty of the glowing Northern Lights. On clear...

We Explored the Belvedere Mykonos Hotel Just For You, Here's What it Has to Offer

BY : Nicolle Monico | 2014

Last September I was beachside in Santorini, Greece soaking up the sun with a Mythos beer (and/or a mojito) in hand almost daily. The little island had me swooning from the moment we met and soon a full-fledged love story had grown...