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(credit: Rick Lew)TETRA Hotel, an Autograph Collection Hotel, opened in March 2022 marking the newest hotel in Silicon Valley,bringing luxury accommodations and dining to the area. Just minutes from the San Jose International Airport, TETRA connects the four elements of life in the Valley – work, life, technology and nature – in its design-conscious lifestyle hotel. TETRA, which in Greek translates to four, was the inspiration for the project to be the axis of work, life, tech and nature in the area. Located in Sunnyvale, CA, the hotel offers 186 guest rooms and suites and features multiple dining and drinking…

Edinburgh GrandThis apartment hotel in an historic bank on St. Andrew’s Square is a perfect base for exploring Edinburgh, Scotland.   The building in which the Cheval Edinburgh Grand Hotel is located was originally a hotel in the early 1800’s but was purchased by the National Bank of Scotland in 1825. It remained a bank through the better part of the next two centuries, with stunning art deco flourishes added through the years, such as wood paneling made of imported Mexican pine and Honduran mahogany.   Edinburgh GrandAfter nearly two centuries as a bank, it re-opened as a hotel in 2018, and…

Baccarat Hotel New York Grand SalonIn addition to its undeniably stunning barware, Baccarat crystal adorns some of the most beautiful and iconic hotels and restaurants in the world. In the George V Paris, for instance, a Baccarat Helios chandelier dangles above the one Michelin-starred Le George restaurant. On the French Riviera at Le Negresco, a monumental custom Baccarat creation commands center stage within the hotel’s stylish Salon Royal. And in New York City, an entire boutique hotel is devoted to the alluring illumination of the French-made crystal. This is the Baccarat Hotel, where noble heritage and perfect craftsmanship combine to…

Coeur d'Alene ResortLocated on the sparkling waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene with the backdrop of forested mountains in northwestern Idaho, Coeur d’Alene Resort is a majestic getaway destination with a flurry of family-friendly activities for the winter season. Beyond its colorful art and cultural scene and outdoor adventure offerings, the resort will be offering a series of holiday centric celebrations: 25th Anniversary of the famed Coeur d'Alene Holiday Light Show Experience the magic at Coeur d’Alene Resort’s annual holiday extravaganza with more than 1.5 million lights! The Resort is transformed into an enchanted “Winter Wonderland” with over 20,000 lbs. of handmade holiday…

1 Hotel Central Park LobbyTo craft an oasis of lush greenery within the concrete jungle of Manhattan is no casual feat. One block proximity to the south entrance of splendid Central Park certainly aids in the effort, as does a holistic commitment to biophilic design, yet the city’s hustle and bustle naturally infiltrates this urban retreat. 1 Hotel Central Park represents the best of both New York’s vibrancy and its guests’ desire for sanctuary. A sylvan haven within the beating heart of New York, the luxe hotel’s stunning, three-story living wall exterior - comprised of individually planted pots of English ivy -…

Victoria & Alfred HotelIf you’re looking for the perfect jumping off point to explore Cape Town, the Victoria & Alfred Hotel is your spot. This 1904 historic warehouse has been reimagined as a fantastic full service hotel situated right on the harbor with views of Table Mountain. The hotel was named for Queen Victoria and her son, Prince Alfred. The hotel features 94 rooms that face either the waterfront piazza or the mountain, but it feels more like a boutique hotel. The rooms are quite spacious with comfortable furnishings in reds and blues that have an air of royalty. The hotel…

All photos courtesy of The NormanA key design and architectural destination in Tel Aviv, the UNESCO-protected White City is home to a slew of beautiful Bauhaus-style buildings which helped secure its status as a World Heritage Site. Amid the grand and glamorous residences along serene Nachmani Street, the first modernist building in Tel Aviv has been home to five-star hotel The Norman since 2014. Set across two exquisitely restored townhouses – one powder blue, the other pale yellow – if you don’t fall in love with the Bauhaus-era architecture, its elegant rooms and suites, modern art collection, and rooftop infinity pool should sway…

ESPACIO, The Jewel of WaikikiThere is an air of luxury at ESPACIO, the Jewel of Waikiki, that stands apart from even the most luxe hotels in Waikiki. From the white glove service and personal concierges to just nine suites spanning an entire floor, something about the resort immediately feels different from other hotel experiences in the bustling neighborhood of Waikiki.  Opened in late 2019 then closed for about a year during the pandemic, ESPACIO is essentially a brand-new hotel in Honolulu. The boutique property boasts just nine suites, each 2,250 square feet, that cover an entire floor and have the…

All photos credit Hotel RangaThere’s nowhere on Earth like____. Fill in the blank. You can pretty much say that about anywhere. And it is completely true as all destinations are unique and special in their own way. Be that as it may, some are a bit more special than others and Iceland is such as place. It is, in a word, incredible with an endless offering of natural wonders from magnificent waterfalls, and spectacular glaciers, to breathtaking landscapes with volcanoes that have left behind ethereal moss-covered lava fields. For the active traveler, the adventures to be had in Iceland are…

Loews Regency New York Nate Berkus Suite LivingroomCelebrating 60 years of service and hospitality this coming year, Loews Regency New York has defined Park Avenue hospitality since the moment it opened its doors in 1963. Built by Robert “Bob” and Lawrence “Larry” Tisch, the iconic, family-owned hotel has long maintained prominence on the Upper East Side with a graciousness that is grounded in family heritage. Dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, Loews Regency is one of a portfolio of 26 hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada, each within major city centers and resort destinations. This, its Park Ave. gem, is…