Articles by Christine Gray

Top 5 Ways to Appreciate the Arts in Scottsdale

Top 5 Ways to Appreciate the Arts in Scottsdale

Scottsdale offers a flourishing art scene -- whether you' re looking for museums showcasing Western history and heritage, Mid-century architecture, or looking to the future with some of the country's top modern artists, Scottsdale has exactly what you seek indoors and out. Here are some top picks:

5 Unique Dining Experiences to Savor in Scottsdale

5 Unique Dining Experiences to Savor in Scottsdale

Scottsdale offers a vibrant food scene with a vast selection of culinary options from sophisticated urban gastropubs, all the way to elegant tables set amidst the Sonoran desert wilderness.

Top 5 Outdoor Activities to Explore Sunny Scottsdale

Top 5 Outdoor Activities to Explore Sunny Scottsdale

Glorious Scottsdale has it all for the luxury traveler – abundant sunshine, the stunning Sonoran Desert, vibrant arts and culture, and endless five-star resorts, golf courses, spas and restaurants.

5 Luxury Resorts to Watch Amazing Sunsets

5 Luxury Resorts to Watch Amazing Sunsets

From Tuscany to the Caribbean to the Pacific and more points in between, these getaways guarantee you incredible sunset views.

Ultimate Relaxation at The Abaco Club on Winding Bay

Ultimate Relaxation at The Abaco Club on Winding Bay

Our getaway to the exclusive Abaco Club on Winding Bay begins with a short private flight from Ft. Lauderdale to Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco Island in The Bahamas, 180 miles east of southern Florida.

A Heavenly Stay at Jade Mountain St. Lucia

A Heavenly Stay at Jade Mountain St. Lucia

One can’t help but compare Jade Mountain to heaven. The ultra-luxury retreat sits high on a lofty perch on the 600-acre Anse Chastanet resort overlooking St. Lucia’s awe-inspiring, World Heritage Piton mountains.

Calala Island – The Caribbean's New Frontier

Calala Island – The Caribbean's New Frontier

I'm sitting on the deck of my tropical bungalow listening to bird calls and gently lapping waves, looking out at a palm-fringed cay across the turquoise water.

Weekend Away: A Visit to Mexico's Tequila Country

Weekend Away: A Visit to Mexico's Tequila Country

We're aboard the luxurious new Tequila Herradura Express, on a scenic 90-minute ride from Guadalajara to Amatitán in Mexico's Jalisco state, renowned as the birthplace of tequila making.

Discovering Hidden Gems with Trafalgar

Discovering Hidden Gems with Trafalgar

I’m visiting with princesses who are direct descendants of Mona Lisa being served wine that was chosen for the Pope on a grand estate in Tuscany established in the year 994 AD.

Fun in the Sun on Superyacht BINA

Fun in the Sun on Superyacht BINA

There's nothing like waking up in the morning on a yacht! Rising from our luxurious cabin to the terrace for breakfast, the sun is shining on St. Bart's villa-dotted hills, sailboats float in the shimmering water, and a rainbow beams in the distance after a passing shower.

Antarctica: A Dream Journey to the End of the Earth

Antarctica: A Dream Journey to the End of the Earth

Ushuaia, in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina is the southernmost city on our planet known as “Fin del Mundo” or “End of the World.” My husband and I have arrived here to embark on a once in a lifetime voyage to Antarctica.

Casa Majani, A Trophy Getaway in Exclusive Punta Mita

Casa Majani, A Trophy Getaway in Exclusive Punta Mita

I'm lying in the same bed that Oscar winners have slept in, gazing out at my private pool and listening to the waves of the Pacific Ocean. With a touch of a button the blackout shades come down and I'm off to dreamland. I awake before dawn and step into the infinity-edge pool right from my suite. Floating, I gaze up at the star-filled sky. I'm not sure if I'm awake or still dreaming. This is what it feels like to stay at Casa Majani.

From Sea to Sky on the Rocky Mountaineer

From Sea to Sky on the Rocky Mountaineer

Arriving in Vancouver is exhilarating. The energy of the city combined with the awesome natural beauty is electric.

Best Restaurants in Miami Beach

Best Restaurants in Miami Beach

We have compiled a list of Miami Beach's best restaurants from classics to newbies. Here are 10 of the hottest restaurants to try now.

Glamorous Miami Beach: A-List Haunts and Hideaways

Glamorous Miami Beach: A-List Haunts and Hideaways

Cosmopolitan and tropical, Miami Beach defines cool and hot! There's definitely an energy here that is palpable.