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Images courtesy of Sani ResortIn Greece, breathtaking landscapes are guaranteed. When dreaming of the ultimate Greek getaway, clients may find themselves picturing pristine coastlines, lush pine forests and sparkling lagoons – and, at Sani Resort, they can enjoy all three. Nestled within 1,000 acres of ecological reserve in Halkidiki, Sani Resort lays between sprawling natural forests and wetlands, with the glistening waters of the Aegean Sea just a stone’s throw away. Five lavish hotels comprise the resort, which is crowned by a stylish marina. There’s plenty for all ages to enjoy, with luxury family breaks the top priority. Plus, with…

Kellie SpeedThere is no better way to kick off winter than with a trip up north to New Hampshire. Whether you are looking to enjoy that first snowfall of the season in style or seeking a quintessential New England getaway, there’s one White Mountains resort that offers the perfect escape. Located in Whitefield, NH, Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa features quite the storied history. The property first got its start welcoming guests in 1865 when it opened as a small inn. Over the years, after several expansions, including the addition of a golf course, clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts,…

Columbia HillenWhile located along one of Bucharest’s biggest boulevards, the five-star Radisson Blu Hotel is, in fact, a luxury resort in the heart of the Romanian capital city.  Behind its multi-storey facade in a spacious area surrounded by buildings is a multi-faceted property including an outdoor swimming pool, with a large jacuzzi, two long bars, a terrace restaurant, Aristocool, with a collection of padded chaise longues and umbrellas for guest relaxation. Columbia HillenGuests can even enjoy shoulder and back massages where they lie courtesy of therapists who work in the THAIco spa, a partnership with the hotel. Waiters and waitresses…

While Lower Manhattan teems with tourists exploring everything from Trinity Church to South Street Seaport, the region is not necessarily known as “hospitality central.” That title typically is awarded to Midtown (think Rockefeller Center and Times Square), or to the Upper West and East Sides, adjacent to stellar Central Park. Yet the sheer number of New York City’s downtown attractions call for inviting overnight digs. Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel, answers that call. Named in honor of its location on Gold St. (a narrow thoroughfare named not after the glitz of Wall Street but for the yellow flowers that once filled…

(credit: Elastic Architects X Brown Hotels)In our first installment of the most anticipated luxury property openings around the world, here is a curated list of new openings in Europe for 2024. Brown Glow – Scheduled to open Q1 of 2024 In the historic center of Athens on Lycourgous street, Brown Glow will consist of 219 rooms and offer guests state-of-the-art facilities such as a restaurant, lobby lounge, a rooftop bar which will overlook the rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace, a spa and a gym. The hotel will present a more contemporary and modern aesthetic in the original 1960s building…

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna NiguelSet at the edge of a 150-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Dana Point has it all – from a luxurious spa and ocean view rooms and suites to destination restaurants and a surfing butler. There’s no place like home for the holidays, but the five-star hotel has pulled out all the stops for Christmas with holiday experiences everyone will love. Throw in festive décor and a stunning 40-foot tree on the Dana Lawn, and it’s easy to see why The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, is a standout destination for luxury and relaxation by the…

Think Hospitality GroupNestled in the heart of the vibrant South Beach district, in Miami Beach’s historic Think Collins Park neighborhood, sits The Plymouth Hotel—part of the Think Hospitality network of hotels and restaurants and the 2019 Condé Nast Best Urban Hotel winner. An iconic property that, for over 8 decades, has stood as a beacon of sophistication and charm. Indeed, this award-winning boutique hotel has earned its reputation for offering guests a distinctive blend of history mixed with luxury and just the right hint of contemporary style. Here, relevance and timelessness converge. From its archetypal Art Deco architecture to its upscale…

Images courtesy of Mys Khaoyai Hotel From JustLuxe Content Partner MensGear Mys Khaoyai Hotel in Thailand draws inspiration from its surrounding lush Khao Yai National Park for an immersive experience. One of the standout features in the establishment is the cantilevered pool which gives guests the sensation of being in the sky. Bangkok-based studio Urban Praxis constructed the skylight pool above the reception area. It adds a level of excitement from the moment you arrive at the hotel and see the sparkling waters above reflected on the pathway. The pool boasts engineering ingenuity with its elongated shape that is completely…

Columbia HillenSeveral decades ago, the area around Yasmine Hammamet was just a stretch of open land beside the Mediterranean Sea on Tunisia’s northern coast. Today it is a trendy resort with more than 40 hotels including the Alhambra Thalasso. Columbia HillenSet amidst a garden planted with date palm, pepper, olive and ficus trees a short walk from the beach, the location of Alhambra Thalasso is an attractive one. Inside, just beyond the reception desk, a vast atrium with ochre-colored walls towers high above in an open foyer to an intricately painted ceiling, Andalusian-style, with arches and marble columns along the sides, metal…

1Hotel Hanalei BayThe former St. Regis Princeville Hotel on the Hawaiian island of Kaua'i, is now the spectacular new 1Hotel Hanalei Bay.   After a $300 million imaginative transformation, this new tropical sanctuary appeals to guests' senses in beauty and special immersive programs to help enrich their Hawaiian vacation experience. “Hanalei Bay is the culmination of everything we’ve sought to achieve with the 1 Hotels brand,” said 1 Hotels’ Founder and Chairman Barry Sternlicht. “What makes the opening of this property such a special moment for me is that my family and I vacationed in the area for decades. When I first visited, I…