Hotels

(credit: Christian Suarez)A recipient of One Key from the MICHELIN Guide in May 2024 and part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel is nestled along the golden sandy shores of Torre Canne. Flanked by olive groves on one side and crystal-clear waters on the other, the family-owned luxury boutique hotel offers a serene oasis to travelers away from other Italian hotspots. Molded around the Art of Slow living, it presents the perfect blend of sophisticated luxury and authentic Apulian charm. Reflecting the traditional Puglian style with its whitewashed walls - characteristic of the region's…

Kellie SpeedLet’s admit it. There is nothing quite like a New England vacation in the summer. From fresh lobster rolls best enjoyed seaside to late afternoon naps following a day at the beach, the popular season is a cherished time for families to make unforgettable memories. Once fall rolls around and the crowds have all subsided, people in the know start to plan the most colorful and flavor-filled stays of the year.  From nightly s’mores and beach ecology walks to garden tours and adult yoga, Maine’s Inn by the Sea in Cape Elizabeth knows just how to keep the fun…

Columbia HillenEver seen a fairy? You may at Martinhal Sagres luxury resort in Portugal’s western Algarve. Such is its dedication to family vacation fun, the resort has developed a special ‘fairy trail’ to keep children happy.  The innovative idea is just one of many guest activities developed at this beach-side destination, just three kilometres from the town of Sagres. Columbia HillenHaving been established 14 years ago by entrepreneurs Chitra and Roman Stern, the resort has developed from well-earned experience the right kind of activities that suit its guests best, one reason it had very high occupation when I visited recently…

Nov. 20th, 2024 2025 is set to become a landmark year for luxury hotels, and we continue our global New Hotel and Resort Openings series in North and South America. Poised to redefine luxury and architectural grandeur and combine with sustainability and unique offerings, here is a look at 26 properties that have been confirmed to open next year in North and South America. courtesy of Ritz-CarltonNekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Arriving at Peninsula Papagayo in Q1 2025, Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, offers a deeply personal and immersive Guanacaste experience tailored for adventurers who value extraordinary beauty and luxury-infused intrigue. Presenting…

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…