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Report: The cheapest and most expensive cities to visit

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:17:22 GMT

Looking to save a little on summer travel? Maybe you have a few extra dollars you're willing to spend? TripAdvisor recently released the results of their annual study that analyzes the costs of a night out and overnight stay (a...

New hotel trends for summer travelers

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:56:43 GMT

Beer brewing and beer tasting is a new trend in luxury hotels. It's the little luxury items we look forward to: chocolates on our pillows, a complimentary glass of champagne upon arrival or fuzzy slippers at our beside for turndown...

Top summer honeymoon destinations

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:29:53 GMT

Summer is the most popular time to get married. With everything in bloom and the weather at its peak for the year, brides of all ages and incomes are rushing to alter in an effort to capture the best ambiance...

Virgin Hotels announces US openings

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:56:31 GMT

The much-anticipated Virgin Hotels is set to open in various cities starting next year, bringing a whole new level of hospitality to travelers. Richard Branson's newest venture announced that it will open a New York City location on the northwest...

The Bermuda resort "buy out" package

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 13:51:25 GMT

Elbow Beach, Bermuda If owning your own resort on an idyllic island has always been a dream of yours, one Bermudian resort is ready to make your dreams come true. Elbow Beach in Bermuda is giving guests the option to...

The hotel moment that had me in tears, and allowed me to heal

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:50:15 GMT

I'll admit I'm a bit jaded when it comes to hotels. Some would say I'm a "snob", others might call it a "nice life" to be able to stay in luxury hotels around the world. However you view it and...

Summer travel: Staying fit on the go

Thu, 30 May 2013 17:09:07 GMT

When it comes to summer, exercise and vacation do not always go hand in hand. You spent all winter working out at the gym so you could fit into your summer clothes, why would you want to waste precious...

New York City spotlight: The most expensive hotels

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:53:26 GMT

The St. Regis New York was ranked the most expensive hotel in New York City. Photo credit: St. Regis/Facebook New York has it all -- theater, restaurants, shopping. It's also one of the most expensive cities in the world. But...

Hottest hotel pools around the world

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:05:21 GMT

With the unofficial start of summer around the corner, it's officially time to start thinking about your summer travel plans. Whether you're a beachcomber or a mountain climber, there's no denying the allure of a dip in a great pool...

Turnberry Isle Miami: An oasis in Aventura

Sun, 12 May 2013 23:39:17 GMT

Sunrise on one of Turnbery Isle Miami's 18-hole golf courses. Mention southeast Florida and the first thing that most people think of is South Beach - white sand beaches draped from end to end in bikini-clad sun-worshippers, volleyball nets, parasailing...

VIRTUOSO TRAVELER magazine picks "experiences of a lifetime"

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:52:13 GMT

Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef is a the must-do travel experience. Photo credit: Flickr Sarah_Ackerman To help entice your wanderlusting side, VIRTUOSO TRAVELER, the magazine published by luxury travel network Virtuoso®, published 29 Experiences of a Lifetime." From snorkeling in...

Mandarin Oriental Boston's newest pop-up is a cake shop

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:54:15 GMT

Prepare your sweet tooth, because next installment of Mandarin Oriental, Boston's pop-up shop is bound to make your mouth water and cure any and all sugar cravings. After a successful couple months in the pop-up business, Mandarin Oriental, Boston is...

Berkshire sommeliers choose best wines to represent the Berkshires

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:48:49 GMT

Finding the best wine and the best price is always a fascinating hunt for oenophiles, but a few sommeliers west of Boston are hoping to make things easier for you. The Berkshire Tasting Panel, an experienced group of sommeliers at...

Forbes Travel Guide announces London hotel, spa star ratings

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:27:04 GMT

The entrance of the 45 Park Lane Hotel, London, a Forbes Five-Star hotel If you're planning a trip to London in the near future, Forbes Travel Guide has some insight to share. The international star-rating company released its first ever...

Baccarat plans luxury hotels, spas

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 11:01:38 GMT

Luxury is limitless, especially when it blends the best of all words: travel and retail. So when French crystal company Baccarat announced it was planning to open high-end residences, hotels and spas, luxury lovers around the world perked up. In...

New England Inns & Resorts offer packages for beer enthusiasts

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:40:51 GMT

Some of America's finest beers are crafted here in New England. To help bring beer lovers together, the BrewInn was created - an opportunity for beer lovers to embrace travel while taste-testing their way through different brews. New England Inns...

NYC hotel offers room rates based on your stress level

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:20:39 GMT

Stressed? Maybe stressed? A little stressed? If you're feeling even the slightest bit off this month, Eventi, A Kimpton Hotel, has an overnight package for you. April is National Stress Awareness Month and what better place to blow off some...

Airlines, hotels waive fees for Boston travelers

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:13:05 GMT

In the wake of the Boston Marathon tragedies, airlines and hotels are waiving cancellation and trip change fees for travelers. If you're in Boston, or you have plans to travel to Boston, here is a list of phone numbers to...

Startle.com names top 40 "Tastemakers" to watch in 2013

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:08:55 GMT

Ever wondered where Chef Daniel Boulud likes to dine in New York? Or what chocolatier Katrina Markoff craves with her desserts? Or, what spices mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim hides in his hidden cocktails? Startle.com, the online ratings site for Forbes Travel...

JW Marriott introduces healthy menu for junior travelers

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:15:31 GMT

Healthy eating is a priority for most parents, but how do you keep kids noshing on healthy snacks when on vacation? More hotels are offering healthy food options for kids and families, giving parents a sense of relief when it...

St. Regis Bal Harbour partners with Neiman Marcus to style guest room closets

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:57:40 GMT

There's luxury travel, and then there's "dreams come true" in luxury travel. This post has a little bit of both. Imagine walking into your luxury hotel room in the heart of the one of the most fashionable cities in America...

World's most expensive luxury travel package offered at $1.5 million

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:36:16 GMT

Want to travel the world? Have one million dollars to drop? If yes to both, there's a trip waiting for you and it's quite possibly the first of its kind, and the world's most expensive. Pursuitist, luxury blog dishing about...

Survey: Southwest Airlines, Choice Hotels, Marriott top mobile apps

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:00:07 GMT

How often do you book travel from your mobile device? If you're one of the on-the-go travelers that's setting the trend in mobile experiences, you should think about downloading the apps from Southwest Airlines, Choice Hotels and Marriott - they're...

Bristol Lounge wants Facebook fans to create new signature martini

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:52:28 GMT

The Bristol Lounge at the Four Seasons Boston is looking to spruce up its cocktail menu. The search for a new signature martini is on, and the Bristol is taking to social media for the drink of choice If you...

Lights out! Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world celebrate Earth Hour

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:00:05 GMT

The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in California will celebrate Earth Hour this Saturday. This Saturday, Ritz-Carlton hotels, resorts, clubs and residences around the world will shut off the lights for one hour in recognition of Earth Hour. The Earth Hour homage...