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Chicago Skyline. Photo Jill WeinleinListening to the catchy lyrics of 'Chicago' by Frank Sinatra and Nelson Riddle, 'My kind of town, Chicago is my kind of people too, People who smile at you,' might entice you to visit the most populous city in the Midwest. Also known as 'Second City', there are plenty of immersive attractions for visitors to see within a three-day visit in 2024. Guest Room at Sable Hotel. Photo Jill WeinleinMY KIND OF HOTEL Late Spring through September is the best time to visit Chicago. Fly into Chicago O'Hare International Airport and rent a car or take…

The first Raffles Hotel opened in Singapore in 1887, and since, the Raffles name has become synonymous with glamour, heritage, and legendary service. As the heart of every destination in which the brand features its luxury hotels and resorts, a Raffles property is associated with authenticity, and of course, pure luxury. In France, that heart is Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris. The hotel is one of 12 in the City of Lights that hold “Palace” distinction, an establishment at which five star service is exceeded. This is reason enough to make it your Parisian hotel choice. But if you require…

La Fantaisie's secret garden is a Parisian dreamLa Fantaisie is utterly charming. The boutique hotel, located in Paris’s 9th arrondissement, in the Faubourg-Montmartre neighborhood, is a garden-themed fever dream, where color is queen, and whimsy reigns. Not yet a year old, La Fantaisie has captured the imaginations of Instagrammers who visit the City of Lights. (It also recently captured the imagination of “Swifties” who filled the restaurant, café, and bar during the chanteuse’s recent Parisian tour.) Step inside its front door, and it’s easy to see the reason for its popularity. Here are seven reasons to put this gem on your “must visit”…

Four Seasons Orlando ResortThe top-rated resort that went viral on social media after a diaper-clad baby said she wants to stay at the Four Seasons Orlando is celebrating its 10-year anniversary and adding to its already insane programming lineup with special programming for guests of all ages.  A destination in and of itself – the meticulously landscaped 26-acre lakeside property is a luxury playground for kids and adults, showcasing spacious rooms and suites, personalized white glove service, and an endless list of things to do. The grounds feature an exclusive 5-acre Explorer Island water park with a family pool, lazy…

Hotel Mousai Rooftop. Photo Jill WeinleinImagine paddling 2.5 miles in a kayak along Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta, and you jump in the warm ocean to snorkel. Within minutes over a million tiny friendly krill fish swim alongside you. This is one of the many wellness experiences guests can partake in when staying at Hotel Mousai.  June is Wellness Month, the resort is offering an array of daily wellness opportunities, wellness classes, workshops and events all month long. Hotel Mousai in Puerto Vallarta is a luxury all-inclusive, adult-only TAFER Hotels & Resorts. This award-winning hospitality company has luxury resorts and boutique villas…

Hotel Aguas ClarasHotel Aguas Claras, a member of the Cayuga Collection Hotels located in Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast has all-new Deluxe Luxury Bungalows. Perfect for families, friends and couples, the upscale tropical resort is housed in Playa Chiquita, a fusion of Afro-Caribbean, Bribri and Latino cultures along the coast. The two newly added luxury bungalows feature two large bedrooms both with outdoor individual bathrooms located amidst tropical jungle surroundings. Drawing inspiration from traditional Caribbean houses, the bungalows include a private plunge pool surrounded by lush gardens, open alfresco living area with wooden floors and a table, a…