Lifestyle

Jill Weinlein Walking into the Balboa Bay Resort lobby and common areas this winter is a holiday wonderland with life-size polar bears, penguins, festive lights, and boughs of white garland. Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and his culinary team showcase a replica of the resort made out of 80 lbs of gingerbread dough, 40 lbs of

Nov. 29th, 2022 In our second installment of the most anticipated luxury property openings around the world, here is a curated list of new openings in Asia and Australia for 2023. (credit: The Anam Mui Ne) Asia The Anam Mui Ne – scheduled opening: January 11, 2023 With a design inspired by Vietnam’s Indochine era, The

Nov. 28th, 2022 There’s something a bit more special about holiday travel by train. After the steward blows his whistle and the train pulls away from the station, you settle in with the rhythmic swaying and chugging along to your destination.  Beyond that, it’s the convenience of letting someone else take care of the drive

Shore Lodge Sitting atop the world at an elevation of 5,000 feet, McCall’s rugged mountains, glacier-carved lakes, and ancient hot springs, McCall is a picturesque resort town right out of your favorite holiday movie.  Long beloved by those who have discovered it, McCall sits on the western edge of Valley County, Idaho, just a couple

(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

Edinburgh Grand This 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

Nov. 21st, 2022 If you are looking for the most luxurious places to travel next year, fear not, we have you covered. Iconic hotels and resorts across the globe are excited for next year’s boom and rise up from the pandemic to present booming travel numbers. So, as the first installment of a four-part series

All Photos -Southcoast Winery Resort and Spa Southern California’s wine region is growing so fast, with new wineries popping up in the inland haven of Temecula Valley Wine Country mid-way between Los Angeles and San Diego. With a touch of class and a taste of wine, this is the best kept secret in Southern California

Nov. 14th, 2022 Probably one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences is making people’s dreams come true. Lisa Bruno, a co-founder of luxury rental company Tripwix, knows this first-hand. Since 2016, she and her team have enjoyed finding and vetting the best homes in the most gorgeous destinations for sophisticated travelers, turning their dream

Jill Weinlein Now that the $125 million Royal Caribbean cruise terminal is open in Galveston, Texas, the Allure of the Seas, the second largest cruise ship in the world, according to President & CEO Royal Caribbean International Michael Bayley, made her debut on Nov. 8, 2022, at her new home port. The Allure of the

Founded in Los Angeles in 2017 by Molly Shaheen and her husband, actor Huw Collins, WHEAT is an elevated lifestyle brand offering curated collections of casual luxury essentials. And what better spotlight for such stylish wear than within some of the world’s most luxurious resorts? WHEAT retail boutiques are located at hotels such as Four Seasons Anguilla, the Spa at

Whitney Spielfogel Winter is fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere and soon enough, millions of Americans will be flocking to airports in hopes of catching a flight to somewhere warm. Look no further than the Caribbean, especially now that most travel restrictions have been lifted from this region of the World. As of November 1st,

Villa Rinascimento Wellness is a journey, so why not let that journey lead you to one of these magical Haute Retreat villas, where every wellness desire is fulfilled? From the French Alps to the Riviera Maya, Haute Retreats offers a worldwide portfolio of some of the most luxurious and opulent villas on earth. At each, guests find

Yes, guests of Villa d’Este, there is a Santa Claus.  For one of only a few times in the iconic resort’s 150-year history, Italy’s Villa d’Este will remain open through the holidays, until January 3, 2023. Traditionally, the hotel has closed for the season in mid-November, but not this year. Santa Claus (Babbo Natale) will definitely

Photo by Rush Creek Lodge and Spa Less than a mile away from the entrance into Yosemite National Park on the long windy road that takes travelers up the mountain, sits Rush Creek Lodge & Spa, a luxurious and approachable resort destination inspired by the natural beauty and power of Yosemite National Park. Best known

Baccarat Hotel New York Grand Salon In 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,

Nov. 2nd, 2022 Since its founding in 1995, Six Senses has expanded to 20 properties worldwide, allowing guests to reconnect and reinvigorate their physical, emotional and mental well-being. Offering meaningful experiences across 17 countries, the luxury hospitality brand ensures that wellness is deeply woven into all their properties. Inviting guests to far flung, yet accessible locations, each property stays true to the natural beauty

Coeur d’Alene Resort Located 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

1 Hotel Central Park Lobby To 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

Victoria & Alfred Hotel If 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