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March 18, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: Conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Alley, the W New York – Union Square is just steps away from some of the city’s most prominent landmarks. The hotel, which is housed in the 1911 beaux arts Guardian Life building, has recently been given new life with a re-invented look by acclaimed designer David Rockwell.
From the Wonderful, Spectacular and Mega Rooms to the Fantastic, Wow and Extreme Wow Suites, accommodations at the W New York – Union Square range in both size and opulence. For the ultimate in luxury accommodations, the Extreme Wow Suite features a separate bedroom, living area and workspace, a lavishly-appointed bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, and also offers a panoramic park view. With 1,000 square feet of living space, the Extreme Wow Suite is by far the hotel’s largest suite, and is unarguably one of the largest throughout the New York area.
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March 18, 2010 | Contributor: Carly Zinderman
 Luxury Hotels: The James Hotel breaks with tradition to take luxury to the next level. Rather than the ostentatious style of luxury hotels of yore, The James Hotel reinvents the luxury hotel to accommodate the needs of modern day travelers, who are culturally enlightened and appreciate the finer things in life. Integrating contemporary design with unparalleled service, The James hotel provides an away from home experience unlike any other.
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March 15, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: Situated on a tree-lined street in the heart of Murray Hill, the W New York - The Tuscany offers an intimate escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. And while it is just steps away from some of New York’s most prominent landmarks, including the Chrysler Building, Grand Central, and Times Square, the midtown hotel is overflowing with Tuscan-style ambiance.
Like each W Hotel, the W New York - The Tuscany truly offers something for everyone with accommodations ranging from the Wonderful Rooms to the Spectacular Rooms to the Fantastic Suites. The 800-square-foot Fantastic Suite provides the ultimate luxury escape, boasting a separate bedroom and living area, one-and-a-half baths, an oversized desk, high speed Internet access, a signature W king feather bed with pillowtop mattress, and not to mention an impressive view of the Empire State Building.
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March 05, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: While Manhattan’s Upper East Side may have its fair share of luxury hotels, none embodies the essence of the city quite like The Surrey. Originally built in 1926, The Surrey has seen the likes of everyone from JFK to Betty Davis to Claudette Colbert. Today, high-profile celebrities and trendsetting socialites continue to flock to The Surrey, which through the years has earned a reputation for providing exceptional, discreet service.
Acclaimed interior designer Lauren Rottet was recently brought in to help recreate and modernize the landmark hotel. While maintaining its integrity and historic charm, Rottet was successful in creating an uber chic and sophisticated ambiance. From the canvas awning to the reinvention of the lobby bar, the $60 million redesign included improvements inside and out.
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March 05, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: More than a century ago, and just months before the opening of the New York subway system, one particular hotel built in 1904 would prove to stand the test of time. Located on Madison Avenue between 28th and 29th streets, Hotel Seville helped transform what was once an otherwise ordinary neighborhood into a chic, high-rise avenue.
Today, that luxury hotel in Midtown Manhattan is known as The Carlton, and while it may go by a new name, the hotel maintains its original charm and elegance. In fact, after recently undergoing a $60 million renovation, The Carlton is now more opulent than ever. While preserving many of the design elements from the early 20th century, designer David Rockwell has successfully created a new signature look for The Carlton.
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March 03, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: With an impressive location overlooking Biscayne Bay, the Viceroy Miami is one of the newest — and certainly the hottest — luxury hotel to hit downtown Miami. The hotel, which made its debut in 2009, is the culmination of some of the best talent in the industry. The combined efforts of South Florida’s most prominent developer, forward-thinking architects, renowned interior design team, and of course the award-winning hospitality of the Viceroy brand, has ultimately created a 50-story pinnacle of luxury.
The Viceroy Miami is more than just a luxury hotel, serving as an iconic landmark destination. The hotel comprises one of the three buildings that make up the 10-acre ICON Brickell, a unique residential development located at the gateway to Miami’s financial district.
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February 19, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Hotels: Paying homage to its original Edwardian and Art Deco design, The Savoy – a Fairmont Managed Hotel – is set to unveil an extensive £100 million renovation this summer. The Savoy has long been a premier destination for royal dignitaries, celebrities, and London’s most trendsetting socialites.
After nearly two years of undergoing massive restoration, the top-to-bottom improvements prove to be the most expensive hotel refurbishment in London’s history. Leading the project is renowned designer, Pierre Yves Rochon, who has earned special recognition for his involvement on other landmark hotels, such as the George V in Paris and the Hermitage in Monaco.
Renovations were made throughout the entire building, with improvements to the 268 guestrooms and suites, the courtyard and the famed American Bar, and a complete remodel of the River Restaurant. The Savoy will be re-launching its 58 River Suites, which offer impressive views of the River Thames, and has also added a brand new 3,350-square-foot, two-bedroom Royal Suite.
Other new additions to the hotel include The Beaufort Bar, which will serve as a venue for esteemed guests to sip Champagne and cocktails, as well as the Savoy Tea Shop, which will feature a bijou teashop selling Savoy branded tea products, gifts, pastries and other light fare. The famous Savoy Grill will return under the operation of Gordon Ramsey Holdings.
The Savoy will also be re-introducing its winter garden gazebo beneath an ornate glass dome, located in the Thames Foyer, and will offer guests access to a contemporary, glass-enclosed fitness gallery and rooftop swimming pool.
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February 05, 2010 | Contributor: Lyndsey Biddle
 Hotel Review: The first thing that strikes us when we deplane at Boseman 'international' airport in Montana is that it this really is different. From the moment we step out of the plane we smell the pine. Drive four hours west, along snaking riviera and through the pine covered mountains, and into the Bitterroot Valley where the microclimate keeps the temperature a little cooler in summer and a little warmer in winter.
We came to Triple Creek, an all inclusive dude ranch, mainly out of curiosity to see what all the fuss was about. Travel and Leisure has been calling this the number one hotel in the USA for the last couple of years, besting luminaries like the Four Seasons, New York and the Peninsula, Los Angeles.
Guests stay in one of a handful of log cabins spread out across the property. Surrounded by more pine, you can slip into the hot tub and feel like you are the only people there. Meals can be delivered to your room, but the heart of Triple Creek is really the small dining room. On our first night, we jumped into our golf cart and zipped down to the main lodge where an exquisite four course meal awaits.
All very pleasant. The cabins are nice enough -- but nearly any Four Seasons is better. Meals are wonderful, but again, what you would expect at any five-star hotel? The setting is beautiful, but by no means the most spectacular. Very nice, but it was not until we spent our first full day that we experienced the magic.
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January 27, 2010 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Luxury Vancouver Hotels: Preparations for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games have long been underway, as an estimated 350,000 visitors are expected to infiltrate the streets of Vancouver this coming February. With such a high influx of travelers crossing the Canadian border, local luxury hotels have also been gearing up in an attempt to accommodate the masses. For those fortunate enough to attend this year’s Winter Games, now is the time to make your reservations (unless of course, you don’t mind the idea of shacking up in a not-so-nice room, in a not-so-convenient location.)
For you, the discerning traveling, we’ve rounded up five of our favorite luxury hotels in the Vancouver area.
Westin Grand, Vancouver
Located in the heart of the city, the Westin Grand, Vancouver is an all-suite luxury hotel that offers superior standards of service, premiere accommodations, and a wide array of on-site amenities. While the Aria Restaurant and Lounge and the state-of-the-art spa and fitness center will no doubt add to your experience, the fact that the hotel is located within such close proximity to many of the Olympic venues, is priceless. Book Now >>
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January 14, 2010 | Contributor: Kamran Razavi
 Hotel Review: It’s a new year, but the focus on environmental focus and conservation has been growing and evolving for the better part of the past decade. Now, people have integrated “green living” so far into their lives it is no longer just at home or at work, but on vacation as well. Boutique hotels are applying their astute focus on their guests to their surroundings, and are becoming a quick favorite in the luxury boutique market, bringing many small, eco-luxury resorts to the forefront.
One of the most notable, and remarkable, is the small Post Ranch Inn nestled on the cliffs of Big Sur, California, home to some of the most beautiful scenery on the west coast. Towering redwood and oak trees surround and camouflage Post Ranch, making itself a part of the environment. One of the most secluded and romantic boutique hotels on the coast, the property is a haven for those looking to celebrate an unforgettable honeymoon or anniversary, or simply escape to peaceful comfort. Post Ranch Inn has met, and then raised, the bar for excellence in this category.
Recently updated from 30 rooms to now 40, each of the Post Ranch Inn’s guest rooms are suites, elevated to the highest level of accommodations. They boast breathtaking views of either the spanning Pacific Ocean or the looming, majestic mountains and cliffs of Big Sur through floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights. Enjoy the sunset on your private deck or the ceiling of stars in your indoor-outdoor bathtub. Each room also has king-size beds and wood-burning fireplaces, perfect for warming up on a chilly night.
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January 13, 2010 | Contributor: Kamran Razavi
 Hotel Review: As hotel chains get bigger and litter the country with locations, boutique hotels are finding their way onto the map by bringing hospitality back down to the individual level. By creating these smaller, focused properties, the guest only stands to benefit and last year, Napa Valley, California saw the addition of one of the greenest hotels in the country.
While the property may be lesser known, the area’s spectacular offerings such as outdoor activities and, of course, unparalleled wine are known the world over. The beautiful environment of coastal California can be both invigorating and rejuvenating. The Pacific ocean is nearly your backyard, and the Bardessono takes advantage of its location and its unique approach to your experience.
The benefits of being a smaller hotel (in the scheme of things) are seemingly endless. The focus is on your individual stay, and each of the well-placed accommodations, have your comfort in mind, such as the luxurious, Coyuchi bed linens, a local company specializing in organic, hand-loomed cotton bedding, bath, baby and wearables.
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December 22, 2009 | Contributor: Christina Stewart
 Hotel Reviews: In a way, I have always thought of myself as a rock star of sorts, but after a recent weekend stay at the Hard Rock San Diego, my wild notion seemed even more validated.
Checking into the hotel was like checking into a dream-like reality, where I was indeed a rock star living the lavish life I had always imagined.
While I may actually be the furthest thing from a rock star, everything at the Hard Rock San Diego sure did make me feel like one, from the friendly and efficient valet service and VIP check-in to the opulent suite decked out in true rock star fashion. Upon checking in at the VIP lounge area, I was impressed with the level of personal a...
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