US GRANT Announces $13 Million Refresh

US GRANT Announces $13 Million Refresh

A San Diego icon since 1910, THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is currently finalizing a $13 million refresh that will be completed by early 2017.

A Visit to CasaSandra on Isla Holbox, Mexico

A Visit to CasaSandra on Isla Holbox, Mexico

It takes just 25 minutes on a ferry, across from the mainland port of Chiquila on the northern tip of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsular, to reach Isla Holbox.

Ancient Sophistication Meets Modern Luxury in Jordan's Dead Sea Region

Ancient Sophistication Meets Modern Luxury in Jordan's Dead Sea Region

The melding of ancient sophistication and modern luxury was the theme of my recent trip to Jordan where I enjoyed a fantastic stay at the Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea and got to make a long-time dream come true with a tour of the ancient city of Petra.

A Visit to Banyan Tree Mayakoba

A Visit to Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Arriving at Banyan Tree Mayakoba, you need to do a double take. Are you still in Mexico? The hotel is just a few miles outside Playa del Carmen, the lively party beach and party town on the coast of Quintana Roo on the Yucatan Peninsular, so this should definitely feel like Mexico.

4 of the Most Exclusive Private Islands Around the World

4 of the Most Exclusive Private Islands Around the World

For the ultimate luxury escape, renting a private island is the best way to enjoy utter seclusion, peace and quiet.

A Visit to Hotel Esencia on the Riviera Maya

A Visit to Hotel Esencia on the Riviera Maya

The old saying that “You can't judge a book by its cover” needs to be updated. These days, we judge everything not by the cover of the book, brochure or pamphlet, but by it's website.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Launches a 'Taste of Place'

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Launches a 'Taste of Place'

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts launches Taste of Place, a new global initiative that features a curated collection of immersive culinary and beverage experiences, available only through Four Seasons, that invites guests and local gourmands to step “behind-the-scenes,” and take a look at diverse local culinary practices, traditions and experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, New York Offers Exclusive Collection of Original Rodarte Fashion Sketches

Mandarin Oriental, New York Offers Exclusive Collection of Original Rodarte Fashion Sketches

Mandarin Oriental, New York and award-winning designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy, founders of the luxury fashion label Rodarte, are excited to unveil a rare collection of original sketches drawn by Kate Mulleavy exclusively for the property.

Top 10 Places to Visit in Sardinia

Top 10 Places to Visit in Sardinia

People living in Sardinia were asked to vote for their favorite places on the island through a Facebook page. The response created a list of 56 different places, but some spots are more loved than others, so here are the top 10 "must see" places in Sardinia.

On the Cobblestone Streets of Lisbon, Old and New Waltz Together

On the Cobblestone Streets of Lisbon, Old and New Waltz Together

Lisbon, the sun-drenched harbor capital of Portugal, has long been one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Here, antique trolley cars share winding roads with shiny new Peugeots, and historic churches outfitted with tile frescos mingle among modern art galleries, boutique hotels, and chic outdoor tapas restaurants.

10 Unique Luxury Hotels in England

10 Unique Luxury Hotels in England

What defines a luxury hotel? Is it the food, the design, the service or a combination of it all? If anyone knows it's the Good Hotel Guide, and as the 36 year old institution releases its 2017 edition, they give us 10 of their best luxury hotels in England.

Hurtigruten Launches 10 New Antarctica Sailings with MS Midnatsol

Hurtigruten Launches 10 New Antarctica Sailings with MS Midnatsol

Hurtigruten, the world's foremost authority in Arctic and Antarctic voyaging and explorer travel, is launching MS Midnatsol to Antarctica for the 2016/2017 season. This more than doubles the company's capacity in this strategically important region.

Enjoy the Magic of Christmas with La Reserve Paris

Enjoy the Magic of Christmas with La Reserve Paris

With the start of December tomorrow, it's definitely time to get into the Christmas spirit. What better way to enjoy the festive season than by heading to Paris for a winter escape at La Réserve Paris Hotel and Spa.

Five Festive Hotel Packages from Around the World

Five Festive Hotel Packages from Around the World

Shopping, Sleeping, Relaxing and Retreating...Five Festive Hotel Packages from Around The world

Seabourn Takes Delivery of Seabourn Encore, Newest Ultra-Luxury Ship

Seabourn Takes Delivery of Seabourn Encore, Newest Ultra-Luxury Ship

Seabourn, the world's finest ultra-luxury cruise line, took delivery of its newest all-suite vessel, Seabourn Encore, during an official handover ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy.