I was already falling for Mazatlán long before I arrived at Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay & Spa. My eye catches the brilliant clusters of purple flowers blooming and hawks flying » Read More
LUXURY HOTELS
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July 12, 2019
Arriving at the lavish Wanda Reign on the Bund, my eyes are immediately drawn to the artwork, chandeliers, marble and Art Deco elements throughout the lobby. This luxury property (its » Read More
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July 10, 2019
Stepping into the one-year-old Sukhothai Shanghai, I’m greeted with high ceilings, tall grey slate walls, clean lines and sleek lighting fixtures at the check-in desk, followed by a welcome tea » Read More
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July 8, 2019
If there’s one word to describe concept hotel Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai, it’s ARTISTIC. The Andaz brand caters to the creative class and aims to be a catalyst for artistic ideas. » Read More
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July 5, 2019
The Grand Kempinski Shanghai, located in the city’s Lujiazui financial district, offers gorgeous skyline views and luxurious touches throughout. I recently stayed here while in town and was spoiled by » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
April 29, 2019
From Vancouver, you don’t need to venture too far off the beaten path to enjoy British Columbia’s natural beauty. Just outside Comox (on Vancouver Island) is Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & » Read More
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April 18, 2019
At the corner of 8th and Howell, the super-modern new Hyatt Regency Seattle opened its doors in December 2018. A convention-focused luxury business hotel, the 1,260-room Hyatt is now the » Read More
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April 8, 2019
Looking for a laid-back, intimate retreat in the heart of Santa Barbara, close to State Street and the historic Presidio District? Luxury boutique Spanish Garden Inn offers 23 deluxe rooms » Read More
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March 28, 2019
Charming Relais & Châteaux property Château du Sureau (Elderberry Castle) has the distinct advantage of being located just 20 minutes from Yosemite National Park’s South gate. Built in the grand » Read More
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March 20, 2019
With an imposing backdrop of Camelback Mountain, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, an award-winning AAA Four Diamond property, makes an ideal getaway, especially with several airlines offering nonstop » Read More
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November 21, 2018
I was recently invited to jet south with Sunwing Vacations to experience Planet Hollywood Costa Rica. Open since October 1, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica is the brand’s first all-inclusive Caribbean » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
November 14, 2018
High ceilings, light wood, a beautiful hanging sculpture — our first impressions upon walking through the front doors and into the lobby of the Civic Hotel Autograph Collection®, Surrey’s newest » Read More
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October 1, 2018
In town to explore Chicago and cover the second-ever Laver Cup tennis tournament, I spent two nights at five-star luxury hotel The Peninsula Chicago. There are dozens of luxury hotels » Read More
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June 18, 2018
One of the many highlights of my Boise, Idaho visit was a stay at recently-opened (January 2017) upscale boutique property Inn at 500 Capitol. Located in the heart of downtown, » Read More
