Hotels

It is the most wonderful time of the year in New York City and iconic Loews Regency New York Hotel is celebrating the holiday season with curated holiday shopping experiences, festive drinks at The Regency Bar & Grill, and more. The Park Avenue located hotel has curated a special selection of holiday vendors, and the shopping starts on Small Business Saturday, November 30, when the hotel debuts its fifth annual, limited edition, holiday ornament, hand painted by a NJ based artist of Artful Designs, and available for sale at the hotel front desk. Then, beginning December 6, the hotel will feature a…

My ArborFew places offer luxury accommodations as an adults-only treehouse, let alone above a picturesque town more than 1,000 years old. My Arbor lures guests from all over Europe for its uncanny rooms set aloft ancient fir pines, extensive sauna and spa services, and a pristine setting by Brixen, the oldest town in South Tyrol where medieval church bells still ring nearby the Dolomites and Sarntal Alps.  Past a few farmhouses and quiet storefronts, an undulating single lane road leads up to the band of land where fields stop and the forest begins. My Arbor begins here as well, a…

Image courtesy of Hôtels Barrière Le Carl GustafPerched elegantly on a hillside overlooking the glittering blue waters of St. Barthélemy, Hôtels Barrière Le Carl Gustaf is a bastion of seaside luxury, where French elegance meets the relaxed allure of the Caribbean Islands. With its prime location in the port town of Gustavia, this five-star retreat offers easy access to the island’s most iconic attractions while maintaining a serene, intimate atmosphere. Whether you're here to indulge in fine dining, explore the island's natural beauty, or unwind in unparalleled comfort, Le Carl Gustaf delivers an exceptional luxury holiday experience.  Image courtesy of…

Columbia HillenHighlight of a stay at Lisbon’s Lumen Hotel is undoubtedly its dynamic outdoor color and light show presented every evening reflecting aspects of Portugal’s checkered history.  Columbia HillenPromptly at 10pm, guests take their seats either in the interior courtyard or at tables along the first-floor terrace and enjoy dazzling entertainment projected onto the walls around them using video mapping technology. Opened four years ago, this 4-star, 147-room hotel lies outside Lisbon’s hectic centre in the Santa Cruz neighborhood north of Lisbon’s central Baixa district, a lively suburb but within a 10-minute taxi or bus ride of many of the…

All Images Credit Handpicked HotelsEngland offers a wide range of accommodations for travelers, from sleek, modern skyscraping hotels in bustling cities to secluded rural escapes surrounded by bucolic landscapes. Yet for the historically curious, few experiences compare to a stay in a medieval castle or stately manor. These grand structures, steeped in centuries of intrigue, have borne witness to generations of nobles and aristocrats, and today, they offer guests a unique chance to step into that world—though with the comforts of modern amenities. As one admirer put it,"Staying in an English manor feels like being in a novel where you…

All Images credit Bayerischer Hof HotelAs the legendary German writer Thomas Mann once said, "Munich is a city that lives in the heart of the world." Staying at the Bayerischer Hof Hotel is an embodiment of this sentiment, where the heart of the city beats in every corner. Here, the past and present are woven together, offering a fascinating contrast of grandeur and modern vibrance. The hotel's classical white interiors set the stage for a refined, timeless atmosphere, while its impeccable service delivers the kind of luxury that feels almost indulgent. Yet, beyond the tradition and history, the Bayerischer Hof…

Weekapaug Inn delights in all seasonsI’ve long desired to visit Rhode Island. I’ve romanticized the state’s natural beauty, its historic charm, and its seemingly idyllic way of life. For me, Rhode Island conjures images of an enchanting coastal existence, with scenic lighthouses, sailing adventures, and endless stretches of beach. I’ve imagined it a place of simple pleasures and of timeless elegance, where history and modernity coexist. How fortunate was I that my first visit to the Ocean State included a stay at Weekapaug Inn, a hospitality experience that confirmed nearly every notion that I had about this enchanting New England state.  The…

(credit: Engadin Tourism)There’s something magical about the holidays in Europe, where visitors (and locals alike) can savor the wonder of the holidays. With backdrops of snow-capped mountains and twinkling lights, the wonder of Christmas is brought to life around the country, from big capital cities to small towns. For seekers of fairy tales, Kempinski’s guide to the best Christmas Markets in Europe showcases the most luxe experiences in the most charming destinations. (credit: Kempinski Hotels)Budapest, Hungary As Hungary’s capital, Budapest is a charming city which comes to life in the winter. From a soak in the Széchenyi Thermal Baths, enveloped…

Courtesy of The Inn at English HarbourWith cold winter temperatures fast approaching, it’s time to start planning your next warm-weather escape. Thankfully, The Inn at English Harbour has come to the rescue. Nestled on Antigua’s white sand beaches in Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, the beachfront hotel will be unveiling its newly built Hillside Suites available for a stay after December 15 with their very own plunge pools. Designed for two guests, the king suite offers a living area, a luxury bathroom with a rainfall shower, and an outdoor covered lounge. Courtesy of The Inn at English HarbourFor the ultimate toes-in-the-sand…

Columbia HillenOpening our balcony doors at Lisbon’s Bairro Alto Hotel during the day, my companion and I enjoyed the excited hustle and bustle below on the iconic, tree-lined Praça de Camões square.  Closing them at night, we enjoyed undisturbed silence, the perfect recipe for sound sleep. Columbia HillenOccupying an entire block of four buildings that was partly derelict, this 87-room, 5-star hotel stands at the border between two historic neighborhoods - the elegant shopping district of Chiado and the bohemian bars-and-cafes Bairro Alto.    Though refurbished at a cost of over 32 million euro with all the mod-cons and reopened…