While President Barack Obama celebrates his 49th birthday today at home, First Lady Michelle and daughter Sasha are headed to Spain’s Costa del Sol for a little rest and relaxation. The Obama girls are spending four sun-soaked days in the region at the Hotel Villa Padierna, Marabella - a Ritz-Carlton property.
In addition to informal excursions, [...]
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Once every year or so, the Architectural Record profiles interesting architectural projects in the Hotels & Hospitality space. Among this year’s picks is the stunning W Barcelona, designed by noted Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill. Born in Barcelona of Catalan and Venetian descent, Mr. Bofill is an avid traveler and a self-described nomad. Through his world [...]
No longer a hidden London village, Fitzrovia has been identified by Travel + Leisure as “London’s Next Great Neighborhood.”
Located near lively Oxford Street and centered around Fitzroy Square, just north of Soho, Fitzrovia is a charming historic haven in central London. Recently revitalized from a rundown state, this little pocket of London is celebrated for [...]
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Whether you’re planning your first trip to Europe or your 51st, there’s always something (or somewhere) special to discover off the beaten path. Not sure where to consider veering? Not to worry. The dedicated explorers at Travel + Leisure have tackled the initial footwork for us. The result is a quaint collection of 25 charming [...]
Conde Nast and MSNBC have published an article listing the Top 5 places to stay in the world. Now that’s a big claim, those must be some pretty amazing hotels and resorts to make it in the top 5. Take a look at the winners and tell us what you think. Are these the [...]
Trip Advisor has completed its annual Travelers’ Choice Awards (check out the article for all the winners) where travelers just like you rate their favorite hotels around the world in a variety of categories. For our discerning travelers, we wanted to share the winners of the Luxury Hotels category to help you find a [...]
There are many ways to define a luxury hotel. Whether modern, boutique, or classic, luxury hotels transport guests to a heightened state of pampering and relaxation. Perhaps some of the most incredible experiences are at the classic luxury hotel jewels of Europe where décor, history and service come together to create an experience [...]
Condé Nast Traveller has announced the winners of its annual reader survey, which covers everything one would need to know when it comes to luxury travel. Readers vote on their favorite sources, destinations and accommodations for work and play, and Condé Nast publishes the top 20 in each category. Check out a summary [...]
In the Italian city of Naples, a new program has launched that turns ex-convicts into city tourism ambassadors.
After going through a preparation program that helps convicts learn to communicate effectively and patiently with tourists of all kinds, they are given bright yellow jackets and assigned to outposts around the city. These ex-con tour guides [...]
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The Spanish tradition of siesta is taken seriously by locals and tourists alike. Who can disagree with a tradition that requires a deliciously large meal, a midday nap and a bursting nightlife scene?!
However, it seems in these modern times people have become a bit lax about what siesta silence entails, and Granada, Spain is [...]
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