Semiahmoo Resort and Spa is an easy over-the-border hop for Vancouver and the Lower Mainland (a 90-minute drive from Seattle if you’re headed north). The resort’s a perfect spot for » Read More
LUXURY HOTELS
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April 24, 2015
If you’re headed to Phoenix and want to feel pampered, the iconic Arizona Biltmore is a special place to hang your hat for a few days. Meandering through the expansive » Read More
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April 8, 2015
Twin Peaks, the cult TV series from the early 90’s, may be a distant memory for many David Lynch fans, but it’s fresh as a slice of cherry pie in » Read More
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March 11, 2015
On a recent week-long trip to Halifax, I was based in two different hotels, each with a unique character and charm. The stately Lord Nelson Hotel and Suites at 1515 » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
May 8, 2014
When I stayed at the Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria, BC last year, I featured the amenities, dining, service, and attention to detail in the rooms and throughout the hotel. » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
April 28, 2014
From the moment you drive down the lane with a commanding view of the Harrison River, a sense of relaxation sets in. Rowena’s Inn on the River is a gorgeous » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
June 4, 2013
I was recently pampered with a two-night stay at luxurious Hastings House on Salt Spring Island. While I’ve been to Salt Spring several times, I had yet to enjoy this » Read More
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May 27, 2013
The Adobe Grand Villas have a secluded feeling even though the Adobe-styled deluxe B&B is located a few minutes off roadway 89A leading into Sedona. The first thing that greets » Read More
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May 23, 2013
The Kimpton Palomar Phoenix is just under a year old, located in the heart of downtown. If you’re not familiar with the Kimpton chain, they’re an artful collection of hotels » Read More
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BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS
February 13, 2013
The Hotel Grand Pacific is situated right along the Victoria harbour. It’s a beautiful, stylish, and welcoming hotel right from the moment you step into the lobby. The front desk » Read More
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November 29, 2012
Astoria’s Cannery Pier Hotel has a unique location, literally 600 feet into the Columbia River’s shipping channel. This hotel’s all about the enjoyment of the river. Floor-to-ceiling windows face out » Read More