 Weekend Away: Bal HarbourChristine Gray Looking for a beach getaway with the WOW factor? High rise and high style, ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa in the exclusive enclave of Bal Harbour, Florida delivers the ultimate "room with a view". |
 Weekend Away: BordeauxJessica Colley The train had rocked me to sleep after leaving Paris. A short three hours and few stops later, the whistle of the conductor announced we were pulling into Bordeaux. I almost expected the train station to be surrounded by chateaux, vineyards in long straight rows and winemakers carefully tending their vines. |
 Weekend Away: County Kerry, IrelandJessica Colley Far from the bustle of the city, it isn't traffic I hear when first waking, but the steady rushing of the River Sheen outside my window. |
 Weekend Away: Downtown L.A.Christine Gray Considering Los Angeles for a weekend escape? Downtown L.A. is the latest hotspot for the arts, entertainment, sports, dining, shopping and, of course, nightlife. With the opening of the dazzling new Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, your accommodation will be another of the many pleasures that await. |
 Weekend Away: Glamour in the Country at Glenmere MansionJessica Colley The pristine white tub was calling me: I couldn't resist an end of the day soak. Tossing aside a fluffy robe, I sank into steaming water, a whimsical rubber ducky already lost in a deep sea of suds. Instead of the flat-screen TV, I watched flames from the gas fireplace dance and reflect on marble. |
 Weekend Away: Hong KongRaquel Baldelomar Moments after stepping off the plane, we were whisked down a private elevator to a waiting Mercedes. This was the first indication of the exquisite level of service we would receive during a whirlwind weekend in Hong Kong. |
 Weekend Away: Irish Country EscapeJessica Colley The fairytale forest of the Powerscourt Estate was lit by a bright twinkling of stars. Our twilight arrival to the 1,000-acre estate was a romantic beginning to an active weekend for two. |
 Weekend Away: L'Auberge Del MarJessica Colley The pitch-black room floods with light when I flip open the shutters. Stepping onto the balcony, I spot surfers catching waves in the Pacific. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee drifts up from the terrace below. It's my first morning at L'Auberge Del Mar, a getaway north of San Diego on the California coast. |
 Weekend Away: London's Lanesborough HotelThe Lanesborough, a St. Regis Hotel, captures the grace of the Regency period. Ideally located in elegant Knightsbridge, the residence is minutes away from the exclusive shopping of Harrods and Sloane Street. |
 Weekend Away: ManhattanJessica Colley Had I stepped into a photo shoot or my hotel? The lobby of the Gramercy Park Hotel, with its romantic lighting, stunning original art and staff with model looks left me waiting for the flash. |
 Weekend Away: New York CityJessica Colley Tucked away in an oasis on the Upper East Side, I was far from the vast, impersonal hotels that sometimes pass for luxury in New York City. |
 Weekend Away: Paris in SpringtimeJessica Colley Notre Dame looked even better in the sunshine. With only a few small clouds for contrast, the 13th century church stood firm and tall, while visitors gazed from its flat top over expansive Paris. |
 Weekend Away: Provence Jessica Colley When I read, 'there is the first time we go abroad, and the first time we go to Provence' (Cyril Connolly, 1938) I was skeptical of finding a magic so drastically different from other destinations in Europe. |
 Weekend Away: San DiegoJessica Colley The scene was one that could only be California: two pale New Yorkers fresh off the plane and a convertible with the top down. As I placed the car into gear, it was official: not only had we arrived in sunny San Diego, but we were about to check into the one hotel that has brought sophistication and sex appeal to the Gaslamp Quarter. |
 Weekend Away: Santa FeRaquel Baldelomar & Deb Abraham Santa Fe, New Mexico sizzles with an exotic blend of colors, aromas and flavors. Spanish and Native American influences converge in the city's art, history and exhilarating passion for life. |
 Weekend Away: ShanghaiDeb Abraham China is open for business. The days of Mao suits and government-controlled tours are all but forgotten. |
 Weekend Away: SonomaRaquel Baldelomar & Deb Abraham Just 40 miles north of San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge is the Sonoma Valley, northern California's food and wine mecca -- and my getaway destination! |
 Weekend Away: Telluride Summer AdventureRaquel Baldelomar & Deb Abraham Savvy travelers don't wait for winter to visit Telluride. Sunshine and fresh mountain air are year-round draws to this outdoor mecca. |
 Weekend Away: Telluride Winter EscapeRaquel Baldelomar Surrounded on all sides by the soaring San Juan Mountains, the quaint mining town of Telluride, Colorado couldn't be in a more magnificent setting. |
 Weekend Away: The Berkshires in Winter Jessica Colley With the strike of a match, the wood-burning fireplace in our suite leapt to life. A knock on the door delivered decadent hot chocolate to accompany the crackling fire. This was the perfect way to end a day of country pleasures at Blantyre, a summer home turned Relais & Châteaux hotel in the Berkshires. |
 Weekend Away: The French AlpsJessica Colley A serenity that can't be found in the city was revealed as the French Alps came into view on a crisp December day. The boughs of evergreen trees were heavy with snow and began to form a canopy over the road. I was approaching one of the world's most prestigious ski resorts, Megève, for a winter getaway with a twist. Not only has the quality of the landscape earned the destination such a reputation, but this winter resort has mastered the French art of living. |
 Weekend Away: The HamptonsJessica Colley Opening the door to a boutique hotel in the Hamptons, I was met by a burst of color. In 2008, this historic 18th century inn was transformed into a showcase of Scandinavian cool. |
 Weekend Away: VeniceJessica Colley Pink lampshades cast a romantic glow over the ancient buildings lining the Grand Canal. Light danced on the water as the Vaporetto glided towards one of the most unique luxury hotels in Venice. Docking at Ca D'Oro, I gazed across the canal at the quiet Rialto fish market, which in a few hours would be bustling with life. Hotel Ca'Sagredo is located at the heart of the city, and was the ideal place to begin my exploration of one of Italy's most mysterious cities. |
 Weekend Away: Washington DCJessica Colley My first day in our nation's capital began the same way as many of our political leaders: a knock at the door. Instead of paperwork, appointments, and phone calls, I opened the door to an elegant trolley delivering breakfast. |
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