“No other location in Belize that has such a pristine diving environment with no crowds and is so close to land,” said one of the Tranquility Bay owners David Fiedler. Whether you snorkel, dive or just swim this incredible underwater paradise is just 100 yards from your room. Tranquility Bay … Read more
Chicago is one of those beautiful combinations of a big city attitude with the ease and comfort of a small town. Beautifully situated on Lake Michigan, it’s a town that’s great for shopping, dinning and sight seeing. It also boasts some of the chicest places to sleep. One of … Read more
The Trip of a Lifetime “You want me to get in there?” “How old are you?” “You’ve only been flying for how long?” “Is there another way for us to get there? “Can we really fit?” This tiny plane looks like it was borrowed from the Wright Brothers.” The … Read more
Art lovers will feel right at home in Modigliani Art & Design Suites, located in Mendoza, the capital of Argentina’s wine region. An urban oasis in the heart of Mendoza’s city center, the property is eloquently described as “a unique boutique complex” with “just 11 exclusive units, emphasizing Architecture, Art, … Read more
Talk about trying to stand out! The new Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas is one of the few hotels on the Strip without a casino. The 47 story, 392 room property (opened in December 2009) doesn’t have even a single slot machine. There isn’t an all you can eat buffet … Read more
If you take a seat in Opium, the airy, glass-enclosed restaurant set like a jewel in a corner of the Ipanema Plaza Hotel, your seat will practically be ringside. The non-stop show of people watching commences in the early hours and even from the tiny sushi bar, which spills out … Read more
There are those hotels that meet the needs of the typical traveler. They’re conveniently located, reasonably priced, and offer comfy rooms with cushy mattresses, flat screens and Wi-Fi. Then there are those that do that, of course, and something more. They provide a sense of elegance, of romance, of … Read more
The Langham Huntington is just nine miles north of downtown Los Angeles, but it seems worlds away from the concrete and congestion of the city. Its out-of-the-way location at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, in one of Pasadena’s most beautiful residential neighborhoods, makes it ideal for peaceful getaways. … Read more
La Mamounia Every hotel that undergoes a substantial remodeling or restoration has a vision of the end result and when it will reopen for business. But let’s just get one thing straight right here – how many of them take three years to complete and are worth the wait? … Read more
Estancia Villa Maria Equestrian & Golf Estates – Resort Located only a 45-minute drive from Buenos Aires, Estancia Villa Maria lets guests explore a beautiful and exclusive Argentine country estate – with a level of luxury and service that parallels a five-star resort. The historic and grandiose Tudor-Norman style palace … Read more
Andaz Wall Street “Invent something new, something personal, something that matters,” Hyatt Hotels challenged acclaimed architect David Rockwell, when it offered him the job of designing Andaz Wall Street, the third hotel in its elegant new collection. The first two are in London and West Hollywood and the fourth … Read more
The Z Ocean Hotel South Beach has long been regarded as one of the most glamorous districts in the world for its internationally famous nightclubs, award winning restaurants, high fashion shops, and perhaps most impressive of all, its long, sprawling topless-optional white sand beach. Here beauty is in endless … Read more
The W Hollywood A Return to Glamour Hollywood always loves a return. That is why everyone in Los Angeles is excited about the opening there of new restaurants, stores and hotels that are revitalizing the neighborhood and bringing it back to life. Hollywood Boulevard between La Brea and Vine, once … Read more
Palacio Duhau, Park Hyatt Buenos Aires For the last four years a new entrant in Buenos Aires’ hotel market, Park Hyatt’s Palacio Duhau, has helped set the standard for luxury accommodations in Argentina’s capital city. Located in the fashionable Recoleta shopping and residential district, the Palacio is a fusion … Read more
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego Making my reservations for the Hard Rock San Diego, I was a little scared I wasn’t cool enough for the property. My style is more relaxed than rock-n-roll. However, I was cheerfully welcomed to the property’s sleekly Spartan lobby – white marble floors, mirrors, … Read more