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Mar. 15th, 2022 Japan has been closed to foreigners since the start of the pandemic, but with flights resuming for students and business travelers this month – and whispers of the Japanese Government launching a tentative tryout for travel groups in April before fully reopening in May ­– it’s time to plan a visit. Equivalent

Mar. 15th, 2022 One cannot think of Paris without thinking of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, or the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. One of Paris’ most treasured experiences is actually not in Paris at all. It is Versailles and lies a short distance away in miles but light-years away in the regal remnants of a

(credit: Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage) Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage is conveniently located off the 10 freeway and is home to the only spa in California to receive a five-star rating in 2021 and also features the 2021 Forbes Four-Star acclaimed Steakhouse. Encompassing 340 hotel rooms and suites with Executive Suites and two Presidential Suites and

Aquamarine water. Warm, soothing breezes. Tropical cocktails. The Caribbean gem of Nevis overtly delivers on what travelers most seek in a relaxing getaway. But there is more to this lush leeward island than what first meets the eye. Closer exploration reveals botanical wonders that locals say echo and often even exceed the curative powers offered

credit: Christian Horan In seeking the world’s best beach location, travelers need to look no further than staying at one of the many Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts globally. With 118 properties in 47 countries, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is one of the premier international luxury hotel companies in the world and has plenty

All Images Credit Jumierah Frankfurt Frankfurt is best known as Europe’s banking center and the seat of the European Central Bank and of course, the Euro. But this eclectic city is so much more than just another one-trick pony. This multicultural city is known as the Manhattan of Europe with a population of which 25%

Courtesy of Viking To explore the ends of the earth in comfort and style, Viking has set a new standard for purpose-built expedition ships by launching the striking new Viking Octantis. Designed for discovery, the star of Viking’s first Antarctic season is outfitted with state-of-the-art nautical tech, academic labs and libraries to enrich guest experiences, and

Mar. 2nd, 2022 The North Pole and South Pole are amongst the most inhospitable, and mysterious regions on Earth. Both are massive white layers of ice and snow, profoundly cold, and unchanged for millennia.  And yet, both poles have historically been seductive areas that have called explorers who wanted to experience and explore the beginning

(credit: Shangri-La Jeddah) The iconic flagship brand of the Shangri-La Group opened its first property in Saudi Arabia, Shangri-La Jeddah. Opened in conjunction with the Kingdom’s inaugural Founding Day, the hotel is just a stone’s throw from the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Marking a dawn of a new era in the country as a luxury leisure

(credit: courtesy of Explore Charleston, ExploreCharleston.com) With a rich 300 year history, Charleston today is a historical treasure. The largest city in South Carolina has risen from being a major slave trading port, to a city full of tradition, hospitality and beautifully preserved architectural and historical treasures. From its preserved antebellum mansions, cobblestone streets and

Robert Frost Suite. Photo by Michael Hospelt Your introduction to Poetry Inn’s unrivaled hospitality begins with an email query prior to your stay. Are you celebrating a special occasion? Would you like assistance with dinner reservations? Will you be wine tasting, and if so, what varietal most interests you? It behooves you to be specific, because

Delaware North With fewer crowds and opportunities to ski, snowshoe, ice skate and even hike, winter is a magical time to visit Yosemite. And while there are a handful of hotels within the park, during peak travel times, including February for the annual ‘Fire Fall’ phenomenon, reservations can be tough to come by for anyone

Surrounded by nothing but turquoise lagoon which melts into sapphire blue, the Maldives luxury resort island of Anantara Kihavah and its pure white sands rise up out of the ocean like a mirage. Wishing to keep the pristine nature of the island intact, not one tree has been moved – as evidenced by the villas

La Concha Resort The Caribbean has long been a sought-after destination for spring break, as the region’s high season falls between November and April. The springtime in the Caribbean is a welcomed reprieve from the winter blues, as the islands’ climates enjoy hot sunny days. For U.S. travelers, it doesn’t get more seamless than a

The feeling is akin to the first time you see the Grand Canyon, Kruger Park, or the Great Wall of China. Prodigious peaks are covered with snow, where in summer, waterfalls careen to the depths below or in winter form icy blue glaciers. These are the Swiss Alps and a range of mountains, one more

Columbia Hillen Meeting mannequins dressed in the finest of Parisian haute couture makes for a surprising entrance to the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg – but then again, it shouldn’t – the luxury hotel being located in the heart of the city’s famous fashion district. Courtesy of the French Federation of Bespoke Tailors, the mannequins, some on glittering

Photos Credit: Hard Rock Hotel Cancun Known for its “rock star digs” and one-of-a-kind memorabilia paying homage to some of music’s biggest stars, Hard Rock Hotel’s portfolio of properties are a favorite of many travelers wanting luxury with a hearty side of revelry.  The Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is one of the best places to

Jill Weinlein La Quinta Resort & Club has partnered with Camp’d Out Tents to offer guests one of the most luxury outdoor camping experiences at Joshua Tree National Park. It’s the best desert glamping experience for those who are adventurous at heart, yet don’t have the gear. The three-day stay begins in one of the suite accommodations

Caesars Palace The first Caesars Palace off-shoot from Las Vegas brings a dash of ancient Rome to Dubai. Gambling is not on the cards (it is against the law in the UAE), but there are several other diversions, including an award-winning spa, a pristine private beach, several outdoor pools, and a restaurant by Gordon Ramsay.

Kelvin Trautman Antarctica is a remote, frozen continent, indifferent to humans, but very much alive to more amenable species:  Gentoo and Emperor penguins, Weddell fur seals,  Sperm, Killer and Antarctic Blue whales, and a vast assortment of bird species, including many species of Albatross and Petrel.  Though this continent remains encased in a four-kilometer-thick ice