With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, the Mandarin Oriental Boston has recently introduced a new rose infinity facial just in time for the holiday. The Aromatherapy Associates treatment starts off with a gentle cleanse followed by an essential enzyme mask designed to resurface the skin. It is designed to give the same effects as a face lift, but without surgery.... Read More
I recently returned from a totally unforgettable weekend in Northern California. It was the 4th Annual Napa Truffle Festival, produced by the American Truffle Company (ATC), where world class cuisine meets cutting-edge truffle science. This translates into a weekend learning everything you ever wanted to know about delicacy, from cultivating and hunting them, to tips on the best ways to buy, store and cook them.... Read More
Who hasn’t ever dreamt of creating their own beer? If you have sipped on that hoppy little drink and thought you could create something better, now is your chance at Hopster’s Brew & Boards located in Newton Centre. Here, craft beer lovers can try their hand at the brewing process whether they are a beginning brewer or an experienced master, Hopster’s guarantees a fun experience.... Read More
You’ve probably seen red hearts floating around everywhere by now and florists are vying for your attention with romantic arrangements to make your loved one swoon. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. It just so happens that coinciding with the lover’s holiday is another celebration, the 100th birthday of the original Huntington Hotel, now The Langham Huntington, in Pasadena.... Read More
Whether you’re rooting for the Broncos, the Seahawks, or Grammy Award Winner Bruno Mars, Super Bowl 2014 promises to be a great time—and with the Big Apple hosting this year, the festivities will be bigger and bolder than ever as legions of athletes, musicians, and celebrities descend upon New York City. With just two weekends to go, the city is already buzzing with anticipation. Whether you’re planning on hosting a casual get-together with friends or going all out on the biggest party of the year (so far), we’ve got you covered with our guide to the most interesting Super Bowl events in The City. Let’s get ready to party!... Read More
Working with the connoisseurs of rock ‘n roll-themed properties, developers Bayshore Capital Inc. will be introducing their new project to add to The Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach with the 250 guestrooms and 99 luxury residences on the 11 floors located above the hotel. Taking place during the Rolex 24 at Daytona on January 25 and 26, 2014, the VIP World Preview will be held at the Daytona International Speedway and will get underway with an invite-only launch party in the Infield Midway Display Area.... Read More
Just a few days into filming the big screen version of Entourage, Adrien Grenier, Kevin Dillon and company shot a scene aboard a super yacht in Miami with a bunch of topless models. The action took place aboard the Usher, a 154-foot-high performance motor yacht built by the renowned Delta Marine shipyard in 2007 that charters for $225,000 per week. ... Read More
The Draycott Hotel is on a mission to be recognized as London's most eco-friendly boutique hotel. A recycling initiative and the Keen to be Green program are the main focus of the efforts. The Keen to be Green program offers a unique way to see London and make it an emissions-free experience. It is available to all guests and staffers of the Draycott.... Read More
Not for Sale is a non-profit organization in San Francisco tackling the under-the-radar issue of human trafficking. On Wednesday, January 22, the group will be gathering with Pisco Portón, a spirit’s distillery in Peru, to raise awareness and funds about modern day slavery. The event will be held at La Costanera Restaurant and 10 percent of the dinner and all auction proceeds will go towards Not For Sale’s programs around the world.... Read More
Travelers who associate the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas with some of their most colorful travel memories may be excited to learn that a sister property just opened in the Big Apple. The modern luxury William just opened at 24 East 39th Street, and aims to "redefine the extended stay experience" in a chic, boutique way. Developer The Kash Group partnered with management company Warner Hospitality, which is headed up by Vegas hospitality veterans hailing from Station Casinos, the Cosmopolitan and N9NE Group. ... Read More
COMO Hotels and Resorts, the Singapore-based luxury hospitality company that owns the famed Parrot Cay in the Turks & Caicos, is gearing up to open its very first U.S. property later this month. Metropolitan by COMO, Miami Beach—a brand extension of the company’s chic Metropolitan London and Metropolitan Bangkok properties—is set to become one of the city’s coolest destinations.... Read More
Among its many superlatives, Paris is the undisputed queen of the concept shop. Thanks to its deep appreciation for the art of living, it’s no surprise that the city excels at picking out the best in fashion, art, beauty products, and culture, and displaying them together beautifully, with little apparent effort. ... Read More
“Take me back to Camelback,” has been our mantra ever since cruising home to Los Angeles after a recent visit to Scottsdale, Arizona. We recently enjoyed two relaxing nights at J.W. Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, and set on 125 acres of Sonoran Desert in the affluent Paradise Valley.... Read More
From January 17-19, 2014, some of the world’s most promising emerging artists will have their work on display at Singapore’s PARKROYAL on Pickering. The hotel has partnered with Art Apart Fair for the third edition of the acclaimed exhibition which will take place on the entire 14th level, even going inside the 2,000-square-foot Presidential Suite and 33 guest rooms.... Read More
Hospitality and real-estate company SBE and luxury real-estate developers Dranoff Properties are partnering to construct the SLS International Hotel & Residences at the intersection of Broad and Spruce Streets in Center City, Philadelphia. Kohn Pedersen Fox Associated will design the 47-story tower, which will be raised across the street from the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and is slated for opening in 2015. The structure will be the tallest residential building in the state of Pennsylvania upon its completion.... Read More
By now it's an old joke. Apple's "There's an app for that" campaign is long over, and the catch phrase has since become more of an everyday statement. In fact, there are so many useful apps out there that some get lost in the shuffle or lay untouched until the day you go hunting for app that can make your life a little easier... Read More
Now, instead of just showing up to a party in a Bugatti, you could actually be doing so while wearing Bugatti. Yes, Bugatti Automobiles has expanded into the fashion world with their first Fall/Winter 2014-15 collection. To celebrate the luxury brand’s full menswear and accessories collection, they partnered with L’Uomo Vogue to create the exclusive “The Magic of La Vie en Bleu” event.... Read More
The 2014 season has gotten off to a great start at the prestigious International Polo Club Palm Beach, with Audi’s team taking an early lead. The German automaker’s crew won the opening match in the club’s Joe Barry Memorial Cup game, thanks to an overtime goal by star player Nic Roldan.... Read More
The concept of New Year’s fitness resolutions is definitely not new. Most health and fitness magazines will be bombarding you with diet trends, exercises routines and unique cardio workouts (Zumba, pole dancing, aerial silk aerobics) to try this year. Just like them, we could either fight it, or go with it. We chose the latter; because we want to see you hit those goals as much as you do.... Read More
Claridge’s is no stranger to luxury. This elegant five-star hotel loves teatime and offers it for kids and adults alike. However, when booking your next afternoon tea session you may want to leave the kiddos at home because the property is busting out bottles of Champagne.... Read More
You don’t get voted “Best Hotel in Miami” by Condé Nast Traveler readers by being complacent and boring. The Setai is constantly looking for ways to bring fresh and exciting experiences to guests and this season they’ve introduced completely new cuisine and menus at its signature restaurants in an attempt to do just that. The Restaurant at The Setai will now be serving Mediterranean dishes and The Setai Grill Asian-inspired options along with their selection of premium dry-aged beef.... Read More
It seems that a Florida family vacation is in order since the Four Seasons Resort Orlando Walt Disney World® Resort is set to open up later this summer. Close to Orlando’s major amusement parks — Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios® — the brand’s new hotel will be as luxurious as it is family-friendly.... Read More
The London NYC, an all-suite luxury hotel in Manhattan’s Midtown West neighborhood and home to Gordon Ramsay’s only New York restaurant, is offering the ultimate Super Bowl Viewing Experience complete with game day food from the famed chef’s own team.... Read More
The San Diego International Auto Show rolled in last week, filling the Convention Center with cars of all shapes and sizes. Having concluded yesterday, the show featured over 400 autos from manufacturers all over the world, including 2014 models and muscle cars — especially the Ford Mustang, which just turned 50.... Read More
London’s residents may be looking at a new skyline in 20 years with a proposed SkyCycle project that aims to create bicycle routes that sit high above existing suburban railway corridors. Foster + Partners and Space Syntax are collaborating on creating a secure, wide deck above trains that would give cyclists approximately 136 miles of car-free roads.... Read More
There are few hotels in America that combine incredible architectural splendor, spectacular oceanfront settings and opulent amenities like Palm Beach’s The Breakers hotel. Legendary luxury and Gatsby-esque glamour permeate the atmosphere from the moment you turn onto the dramatic palm-lined drive and spot the famous twin turrets topping the Italian Renaissance-style edifice. ... Read More
Shopping at Galeries Lafayette can be quite an overwhelming experience; under the 100-year-old glass dome, the 750,000-square-foot building houses 3,500 brands; 20 restaurants including a rooftop café, wine bar, sushi bar, Champagne bar and French tea room; as well as gourmet stores featuring over 10,000 fine food products. With more than 100,000 people flooding this fashion destination each day, there aren’t many places to escape the masses…except for one special, and extremely exclusive spot tucked away on the top floor.... Read More
Oasis Collections, the American-run, South American-based boutique hospitality company which pioneered the introduction of a social element and style requirement to short-term rental experiences, has just opened its first portfolio of U.S. properties. Oasis is now offering a number of luxury rentals in the Miami area, including an eight-bedroom private villa that goes for $6,000 per night.... Read More
Unable to find the type of leather bags and service she was searching for, Edwina de Charette found herself working for a independent craftsman in Paris, before launching her own workshop of leather goods. Founder and designer, Charette opened laContrie as a workshop for creating a made-to-measure leather working service.... Read More
Boston is filled with impressive steakhouses in every section of town but there are just a handful that really stand out. OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is one of them. What was once the formal dining room known as the Oak Room located inside the Fairmont Copley Plaza hotel has now been transformed into a sleek new eatery. The former restaurant featured a dark bar in front with the main dining room tucked away in a private back room. However, they knocked down the wall separating the two, leaving a massive open space with tables lining the interi... Read More
The latest entry in the rich Chicago luxury hotel market will soon be The Godfrey Hotel, officially opening in February 2014. As the flagship property for the boutique hotel brand’s launch, The Godfrey offers a modern mark on The Windy City’s architectural history.... Read More
