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Girlfriends Getaway: Bainbridge Island
When was the last time you got away with the girls? Bainbridge Island, Washington is the perfect destination for a girlfriends weekend getaway. It's easy, it has luxurious amenities that feel like a special treat, beautiful outdoors for a rejuvenating dose of nature,...
Coho Oceanfront Lodge Review, Lincoln City, Oregon Coast
The Coho Oceanfront Lodge on the Oregon Coast in Lincoln City is a comfortable, somewhat luxurious hotel located right on the beach. We stayed in a Fireplace suite, and if you need a separate bedroom situation, this is definitely the room you want. This hotel has...
Salishan Resort Review, Oregon Coast
Salishan Resort is a luxury resort in Gleneden Beach on the Oregon Coast, famous for its 18 hole golf course and bay front spa. This resort has the quintessential Pacific Northwest ambiance with stone fireplaces, acres of trees, and rustic-chic furnishings. Despite...
St. Regis Hotel, Vancouver, BC
The St. Regis is a luxury boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver, BC, central to some of the best the city has to offer. Built in 1913, the St. Regis has the character of a historic building with all the modern luxuries and conveniences. Decor is masculine and elegant...
Granville Island Hotel, Vancouver BC
Granville Island Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel in Vancouver BC, situated on False Creek. Vancouver is one of my favorite cities in the world. It's immaculately clean, safe, walkable, and aesthetically over the top gorgeous. One of my favorite things to do when I...
Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Denver
The Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver is a colorful, dog friendly luxury hotel located conveniently downtown. It's within walking distance of Denver Union Station, loads of restaurants and pubs, Larimer Square and plenty of activities. It makes a great home base while you...
Wyndham Mining Exchange Review, Colorado Springs
Located in an historic 1900's Colorado Springs building, the Wyndham Mining Exchange is an excellent choice for downtown accommodations. You are within walking distance of abundant food and drink options, shops and lovely Acacia Park. History Wyndham Mining...
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, Colorado Springs
Cheyenne Mountain Resort offers family friendly accommodations close to major Colorado Springs attractions like Pikes Peak, The Broadmoor, Old Colorado City, and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. With a variety of amenities for every member of the family, this is a place to call...
Garden of the Gods Club & Resort, Colorado Springs
Garden of the Gods Club and Resort is the ultimate Colorado Springs destination if you are seeking peace and luxury. It radiates calm vibes and well being. You feel the magnitude of your surroundings amongst red rocks and mountains, the comfort of luxurious...
Brunch: Modern Hotel and Bar, Boise
There are a lot of excellent brunch options in Boise, but brunch at the Modern Hotel and Bar is off the charts fantastic. Food and drink is transformed into art and though it's ultra casual, this brunch menu is a mind blowing, internationally inspired culinary...
Modern Hotel, Boise
When I first heard Boise had a hotel called Modern Hotel I couldn't wait to stay there--of course, because I am the Modern Traveler and I couldn't resist the idea. I love a modern aesthetic and I also appreciate history and vintage Americana. The Modern Hotel offers a...
Inn at 500, Boise
Boise's brand new 29 million dollar Inn at 500 is a luxurious, contemporary boutique hotel located conveniently in downtown Boise just a few minutes from the airport. An emphasis on attentive service, plush comfort and gallery level art displays makes the Inn at 500 a...
The Maven Hotel, Denver
The Maven Hotel wows you as soon as you walk through the door, and it doesn't stop until you leave. As you make your way to the front desk to check in, you encounter a giant wood carved hand suspended from the ceiling, a shiny Airstream camper, and a yarn wrapped...
JW Marriott Cherry Creek, Denver
The JW Marriott Cherry Creek, Denver is a luxury hotel offering easy access to all the wonderful things the Cherry Creek neighborhood has to offer. The Lobby A warm, welcoming lobby with a fireplace, caramel wood floors, tree-trunk tables, and turquoise leather chairs...
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Review, Denver Luxury
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Denver, the city's oldest Five Diamond hotel, has undergone some gorgeous updates recently. If you haven't been in a while, it's time to return. This is one of my favorite hotels in Denver. Sumptuous, plush surroundings, luxurious amenities, and...
Magnolia Hotel Victoria, BC
Victoria is the perfect location for a weekend getaway, and during the holidays, it's just what you need to get you in a festive mood. The Magnolia Hotel & Spa has the Christmas spirit and offers quiet, low key accommodations in a prime location with easy access...
Westin Denver International Airport Hotel
Have you ever seen the movie Oblivion? It's a sci-fi Tom Cruise movie that was partially filmed in Iceland (I'll watch anything that was filmed in Iceland). Anyway, the Westin Denver International Airport Hotel reminded me of the Sky Apartment in this movie. The pool...
The Crawford Hotel, Denver
The Crawford Hotel in Denver's Union Station offers one of a kind accommodations that will make anyone who loves train travel giddy with delight. I haven't been on the Orient Express yet (I can dream), but The Crawford embraces the wonder and mystique of luxury train...
Four Seasons Hotel Review, Seattle
Four Seasons Seattle is a beautiful oasis in the heart of downtown Seattle, just a couple of blocks from Pikes Place Market. A sparkling turquoise pool, panoramic views of Elliot Bay and Puget Sound and easy access to local attractions make it an excellent choice for...
Westin Riverfront, Beaver Creek, Colorado
Located in Beaver Creek, on Gore River about ten minutes from Vail Village, The Westin Riverfront is a four diamond resort that offers cozy mountain luxury. It's such a pretty setting, and the way the light hits the place, I kept thinking I was seeing things in HD....
The Sebastian – Vail
If you are headed to Vail, Colorado, and looking for luxury accommodations that will offer immediate access to Vail Village right out the front door, check out The Sebastian - Vail. It's a Timbers Resorts property and the town's newest boutique hotel. ...
Four Seasons Denver Hotel Review
The Four Seasons Denver is located in the heart of downtown, within walking distance to Larimer Square, Union Station and tons of restaurants, shops and activities. It's ideal for accessing all that downtown Denver has to offer. And if something is a little far to...
L’Auberge de Sedona Hotel Review: Where to Stay in Sedona
Sedona is one of those places that feels special just by virtue of standing there. Maybe it has to do with all the Vortexes or the collective consciousness there, because every single local I spoke to had a story and every one of them felt reverence for the place....
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando
If you're traveling in Orlando, the chances are good you are there for theme parks and Disney. But what about those of us who want to skip all that? Located in the heart of Lake Buena Vista, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is the kind of place you can visit with your...
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
I've spent a lot of time in Florida, but never knew about the hidden gem that is Ponte Vedra Inn & Club until recently. I think it is one of the best kept secrets in the state. Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is located between St. Augustine and...
Hermosa Inn, Scottsdale
Scottsdale's Hermosa Inn is one of the most interesting properties I've ever visited. Rich with character and history, you feel like you've escaped ordinary life the moment you step foot on this gorgeous Paradise Valley property. This distinctly masculine inn makes...
Four Seasons Scottsdale Hotel Review
The Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon North combines adobe architecture with luxurious amenities. This hotel is a colorful desert oasis that provides a flawless Arizona experience. The Lobby Four Seasons Scottsdale's lobby is noteworthy. Colorful and...
The Canyon Suites Hotel Review, Scottsdale
The Canyon Suites in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a Five Star-Five Diamond resort at the base of Camelback Mountain. It's more of a resort within a resort on the grounds of the Phoenician, a palatial Luxury Collection Resort. Lobby & Grounds The lobby is grand...
Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale
George Jetson meets Frank Sinatra at Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, Arizona. This vintage property opened its doors in 1956 but today feels refreshingly modern--the perfect blend of comforting nostalgia and futuristic innovation. Back in the day, Valley Ho served as a...
Four Seasons Orlando Fabulous Food Options
There were so many great food options at Four Seasons Orlando that I thought it best to dedicate a whole post to the food at this hotel. If you haven't read about my wonderful experience at this resort, you can do so here. Capa Steak House Though I am...
The Four Seasons Resort Orlando Hotel Review
You don't have to go to Disney World to have an amazing experience in Orlando, Florida. There is another way to enjoy Orlando with a taste of the whimsy and none of the stress at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney. If you are planning to spend time at the...
Four Seasons Orlando Spa Review
The Four Seasons Orlando Spa is pretty spectacular. The bubble-wall in one of the treatment rooms alone had my inner design geek swooning, I've never seen anything like that and wish I could have that wall in my house. The whole spa is impressive and full of little...
The Dolder Grand Hotel, Zurich
Brace yourself for unparalleled luxury. The Dolder Grand Hotel in Zurich is divine. If you go to the Dolder Grand, you must allow at least two days to marinate in this incredible atmosphere. It’s a soul-feeding destination in itself. A fascinating combination of a...
CenterHotel Thingholt, Reykjavik
CenterHotel Thingholt was my favorite hotel of the four I tried in Reykjavik. Interesting decor, a touch of strange, and a great comfort level made it a place I'd want to return. From the moment I entered the hotel, with the textured black lava walls approaching the...
Hotel Borg, Reykjavik
My first stop in Reykjavik was Hotel Borg. An art deco hotel with a friendly staff and excellent location made it a good introduction to the city. I took the Gray Line from Keflavík airport and got dropped off right in front of the hotel. The Room The room was...
La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa
La Posada de Santa Fe is an art-centric four diamond luxury hotel that makes a great introduction to Santa Fe, aka "The City Different." With a festive atmosphere, over 600 works of art, and cozy rooms with fireplaces. this historical property is located just a couple...
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, Munich
During Christmastime, the first thing you see as you walk into the lobby at the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich is a gorgeous Christmas tree dripping with Swarovski crystals and framed from above by a stained glass window that glows like a halo. ...
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
The Radisson Blu Hotel 1919 is a pretty popular place to stay in Reykjavik, particularly with people maximizing hotel points. Well, it used to be popular for that reason. It's not as good a deal anymore because Club Carlson changed it's award structure. And, without...
Inn At The Market, Seattle Hotel Review
Inn at the Market is crisp, cozy, and convenient. Located directly in Pikes Place Market, just off Post Alley, this hotel makes a perfect home base for hanging out in this iconic part of Seattle. I was there during Christmastime and it was decorated beautifully. It...
Four Seasons Santa Fe Rancho Encantado Hotel Review
Once a 57-acre dude ranch and stomping ground for western movie stars practicing their horseback riding skills, the Four Seasons Santa Fe Rancho Encantado is the ideal New Mexico resort for those wishing to marinate in culture, habitat and luxury. This "Enchanted...
Los Poblanos Inn, Albuquerque
My favorite thing in Albuquerque, New Mexico is the enchanting organic farm known as Los Poblanos Inn. It’s just 15 minutes from the airport and in the heart of the city, but it feels secluded and far away. The drive down the tree-lined entrance is like an escape into...
El Monte Sagrado Hotel Review, Taos New Mexico
El Monte Sagrado Hotel is the place to stay in Taos. If New Mexico is The Land of Enchantment, this is the hotel-embodiment of that. The second you walk into the lobby, this place is mesmerizing. Floor to (literally) sparkling ceiling, this hotel is a masterpiece. The...
Four Seasons Palm Beach Hotel Review
The Four Seasons Palm Beach Resort is jaw droppingly awesome. It's one of my very favorite hotels. One reason is that it is visually stunning and the design elements are fabulous. The other reason is that the staff here is one of the most friendly and welcoming I've...
The Boca Resort, Boca Raton
The Boca Resort and Club in Boca Raton, Florida, is a sprawling 356-acre property offering old fashioned southern charm on one side of the intracoastal waterway, and sleek sexy modern luxury on the other. It has multiple architecturally different accommodation styles...
6 Best St. Augustine, Florida Experiences
Did you know St. Augustine, Florida is the oldest city in the United States? It's south of Jacksonville and north of Daytona. I'd fly into JAX for the easiest access. And if I was already in Florida, I'd make it a point to drop in because it's a special place brimming...
BANFF Canada: Where to STAY, Where to EAT
Where to STAY in Banff Staying at the Rimrock Resort Hotel is like sleeping in the mountains, only in total luxury. Being able to open my curtains to wall to wall windows and see the magnificently imposing presence of craggy mountains right in front of me was...
