The Peninsula Hotels Ban Shark Fin Soup

The Peninsula Hotels Ban Shark Fin Soup

The Peninsula Hotels, Asia's oldest hotel company, will no longer offer this dish as it believes the harm done to sharks and the sensitive ecosystem is too great a cost.

New Seabourn Quest Makes Maiden Arrival in U.S.

New Seabourn Quest Makes Maiden Arrival in U.S.

After spending nine days cruising the Atlantic Ocean from Europe, the new Seabourn Quest made its maiden arrival in the U.S., arriving into Port Everglades at Fort Lauderdale, Fla., early on the morning of November 21, 2011.

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Offers 12 Christmas Gift Ideas

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Offers 12 Christmas Gift Ideas

Whoever said "It's the most wonderful time of the year" wasn't in charge of gift-giving. To the rescue is Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona, which is bringing back its "Twelve Days" gift card program, offering solace to the retail-fatigued.

Trump International Hotel & Tower New York Awarded Five Stars

Trump International Hotel & Tower New York Awarded Five Stars

Forbes Travel Guide once again named Trump International Hotel & Tower New York, the TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION flagship, to the prestigious list.

Luxury Hotel The Elysian to Become Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Luxury Hotel The Elysian to Become Waldorf Astoria Chicago

The Elysian Hotel Chicago, which recently earned the coveted distinction of being the #1 hotel in the United States according to readers of Conde Nast Traveler, has been acquired by a joint venture between Hilton Worldwide, the parent company of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts; an Equity Group Investments affiliate; and Elysian principals.

Fairmont St Andrews Named European Golf Resort of the Year

Fairmont St Andrews Named European Golf Resort of the Year

Fairmont St Andrews, a 5-star cliff-top resort in St Andrews Scotland, the Home of Golf, has been named the International Association of Golf Tour Operators' (IAGTO) European Golf Resort of the Year 2012.

The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort Announces New Chef

The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort Announces New Chef

General Manager Carl Emberson announced Daniele Tonin as the new chef of Sea Breeze at the AAA Five-Diamond St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.

Windstar's Mediterranean Voyages Top List of All-Time Best Cruises by Islands Magazine

Windstar's Mediterranean Voyages Top List of All-Time Best Cruises by Islands Magazine

Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations, is at the top of Islands magazine list of “All-Time Best Cruises” for its Mediterranean voyages.

Giant 'Green' Gingerbread House at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte

Giant 'Green' Gingerbread House at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte

An intense baking and decorating marathon has begun as pastry chefs for The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte enter the final stretch to complete this year's life-size Green Gingerbread House.

The Surrey Hotel & Spa Joins Relais & Chateaux

The Surrey Hotel & Spa Joins Relais & Chateaux

The Surrey Becomes First New York City Hotel to be Invited to Join the Prestigious Collection in 20 Years.

The Joule, Dallas Begins Year-Long Refurbishment

The Joule, Dallas Begins Year-Long Refurbishment

The Downtown Dallas landscape is about to receive a significant upgrade with the property-wide transformation of The Joule, Dallas.

Costa Rica: Why Go Now?

Costa Rica: Why Go Now?

We interview destination and villa specialist, Mark Mead, for his insider tips about luxury travel in Costa Rica.

Relais & Chateaux Announces 45 New Members for 2012

Relais & Chateaux Announces 45 New Members for 2012

25 new properties in Europe, 7 in Asia, 3 in Australia and 10 in the Americas -- 2012 is a record year for the Association.

The Grand Del Mar Named San Diego's First Forbes 5-Star Hotel

The Grand Del Mar Named San Diego's First Forbes 5-Star Hotel

Marking an unprecedented coup for San Diego's hospitality industry, The Grand Del Mar has achieved a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, making it the first and only hotel in San Diego to ever attain Five Stars and the only property in California to earn three 2012 Five-Star awards for Lodging, Spa and Dining.

Auberge Resorts Announces Management of Mammoth 8050 Residences

Auberge Resorts Announces Management of Mammoth 8050 Residences

Auberge Resorts, owners and operators of award-winning luxury resorts and private residence clubs throughout North America, has continued its expansion into ski country.