admin

Feb. 6th, 2023 It’s down an ordinary street in a typical Cuban neighborhood. There you’ll see mainly homes, a shell of their former glory from the 1950s, most of which, like the roads, are in a state of disrepair. Passing through the area, you’ll also see cars from that same period, patched up with bondo and billowing out black exhaust fumes as they putter along. There amongst this backdrop, you’ll find a salmon-colored building in sparkling new condition. It is a  throwback to another time of elegance and sophistication. This exclusive abode has quickly attained a well-earned reputation for providing…

Photo by Chateau du SureauTucked away near the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Chateau du Sureau is one of those upscale, elegant getaways that just feels like home. The name itself means Elderberry Castle and it feels just like a castle in the mountains, a welcoming sanctuary with 10 gorgeous guest rooms as well as a private two-bedroom private villa known as Villa du Sureau. Photo by Chateau du SureauSurrounded by enchanting gardens, towering pines, and bubbling fountains, this hidden gem looks like it’s taken out of a European storybook and transported in the middle of these majestic California…

patrick-robert-doyle-AH8zKXqFITA-unsplashEven with the best of imagination, it is difficult to grasp the variety of options that the hospitality industry offers the modern traveler. But what demanding vacationers always have a right to expect is impeccable service and unforgettable experiences. In all the diversity of offerings and destinations, quality and exclusivity have become cornerstones. To help connoisseurs of a perfect vacation find their dream destination and celebrate the best representatives of the industry, Luxury Lifestyle Awards have prepared the TOP 100 Hotels & Resorts. This list is the result of research and a selection of the most impressive offerings in the…

If the need arose to name the professions with the highest requirements for social, leadership, and organizational qualities, the position of hotel general manager would undoubtedly rank at the top of the list. This is especially true for managers of luxury hotels, where guests have every reason to expect impeccable service and organization of their stay according to the highest standards of hospitality. The Luxury Lifestyle Awards experts have been conducting meticulous industry research throughout the year to bring you the TOP 100 Hotel General Managers 2022. It is an annual registry that honors the best of the best, people…

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa BarbaraSeeking a Valentine's Day getaway, here are five destinations that offer a romantic ambiance in Southern California. SANTA BARBARA Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa Barbara is owned by ABC's The Bachelor reality star Andrew Firestone and Jess Parker, co-founders of StonePark Capital. This Santa Barbara-based hospitality development company turned an aging hotel into the first Courtyard by Marriott to debut in downtown Santa Barbara. "As Santa Barbara natives, Jess and I are thrilled to re-introduce this classic downtown hotel with timeless mid-century architecture and style,” said Firestone. “We are also proud to partner with Azul Hospitality to…

Casa GangotenaOur first impressions of Quito were at night. We were going from the airport to the old town, and all that could be seen were old buildings, and winding streets. Then, a lighted building, white, almost-church-like, with huge, hand-carved wooden doors. “We have arrived,” said the driver in a grandiose tone, “At Casa Gangotena.” When we walked in through those doors, we sensed we were walking into a slice of South American history we knew little about.  But we learned during the days ahead more about this historic place high in the Andes, 9500 feet above sea level. Casa…