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
Hotel Monteleone Luxury in the Heart of the French Quarter An ornate entrance to New Orleans’ famed French Quarter, the curlicued façade of the 17 story Hotel Monteleone, rises grandly in salutation to city locals, celebrities, trendsetters and literati. Lovely to gaze upon, this Beaux-Arts beauty proves even more spectacular … Read more
The Clinton Hotel and Spa New Miami Newly opened in 2004, The Clinton Hotel fully embodies the new Miami, with its finger on novelty but with a subtle nod toward the past. This boutique hotel and spa in the heart of South Beach just steps away from its white sandy … Read more
The Veneto It’s Christmas in Panama and the lobby of the Wyndham Veneto in Panama City is bedecked, bejeweled, beribboned, besparkled and beyond belief. It’s as if a Macy’s Christmas display has given notice and decided to catch some warm tropical breezes. Poinsettias abound, huge swaths of red garland drape … Read more
The Omphoy Hotel – Palm Beach Redefined The Omphoy Ocean Resort in Palm Beach, Florida has redefined the classic and exclusive resort destination on Florida’s Gold Coast. Opened in July 2009, the hotel is the creation of owner & designer Leslie Schlesinger (who along with her husband owns the Brazilian … Read more
The Hydroussa Hotel As you pass through the tall gates into the courtyard of the Hydroussa Hotel on the little Greek island of Hydra, you instantly experience its inviting embrace–even before stepping through the intricately carved wooden doors and into the marble coolness of the lobby. The allure of the … Read more
The Glasson Hotel and Golf Resort Only ninety minutes by car from Dublin lies a part of Ireland that some call “hidden Ireland”, the Midlands. As the name implies, it’s the center of Ireland, so expect to see a thousand shades of green and feel a real peacefulness that’s … Read more
Mount Falcon Country House Hotel I let out a gasp as we drove past the gates of the Mount Falcon Country House Hotel. It was a real Irish “Castle” situated on gorgeous grounds in County Mayo, northwestern Ireland. We followed a circular drive to the regal manor house and entered … Read more
A Stay Worthy of a King When your flight touches down on the island of Kauai you think that you’ve landed in paradise … at least until the taxi drops you at the Kauai Marriott and then you think – this is beyond paradise! An escalator whisks you past … Read more