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Columbia HillenHospitality heaven doesn’t get much closer than an elegant suite in central Paris with panoramic views over the City of Light with the Eiffel Tower a shining beacon in the night. That’s the delightful situation I found myself in at Hotel Balzac, a member of the Relais & Châteaux group, nestled at the corner of Rue Lord Byron and Rue Balzac beside Avenue des Champs-Élysées. Columbia HillenA tiled balcony with clear views over the city skyline ran the entire length of my suite, 601, with enough room for a table and four cushioned chairs at one end and a…

Fringed by the golden sweep of Ka'anapali Beach and set against the backdrop of the Pacific’s hypnotic rhythms, the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa enters 2025 with quiet grandeur, celebrating 45 years of pioneering hospitality. With cascading pools, meandering wildlife habitats, immersive tropical gardens and Maui’s only oceanfront spa, the 810-room hotel is a sanctuary of inspired design and aloha spirit. To mark this milestone, the resort is unveiling an anniversary package that blends value with indulgence. Guests are invited to enjoy 15% off standard room rates, a tranquil daily breakfast at the open-air Swan Court and a $45…

Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria ResortWhen the Grand Wailea opened in 1991, it set a new standard for luxury hospitality in Hawaii. A bold realization of a dream by Japanese developer Takeshi Sekiguchi to create a resort that honored art, nature and the spirit of Maui. Set on 40 acres of landscaped but still wild-feeling botanical gardens, the resort quickly became a landmark—not just for its scale, but for its soul. More than 30 years later, the Grand Wailea just emerged from a $350 million renovation that feels more like a careful evolution than a dramatic overhaul. Sekiguchi’s personal $40 million…

Courtesy of Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge/Robert BensonColorado’s majestic mountains beckon adventurers and relaxation-seekers alike, a haven where exhilarating outdoor pursuits meet fine dining, unique shopping, and scenery that steals your breath. Within this captivating landscape, you’ll find Breckenridge, a vibrant mountain community brimming with charm and opportunity. One moment you’re stepping out the door, the next you’re immersed in the charm of one of Colorado’s most inviting main streets, or perhaps carving fresh tracks through glistening snow just moments from the hotel. The Alpenrock Hotel Breckenridge offers not just a stay, but an idyllic immersion into this remarkable mountain town. Upon…

The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa lobbySet along a wide, quiet bend in the Sacramento River, The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa offers a surprisingly elegant escape just minutes from the heart of California’s capital. With views that stretch across the water, this riverside hotel makes a compelling case for a getaway that’s both close to nature and comfortably upscale. Recently refreshed with a multimillion-dollar renovation, The Westin blends crisp, modern design with spacious interiors. Light and airy common areas invite instant relaxation, and spacious guest rooms are thoughtfully outfitted with Westin’s signature Heavenly Beds, large flat-screens, coffee service, and…

Courtesy of Anantara Palais Hansen ViennaAnantara Palais Hansen Vienna has emerged from a glamorous refresh, marking a new era of urban hospitality in the Austrian capital and the official debut of the brand in the country. Designed by the celebrated architect Baron Theophil Edvard von Hansen for the 1873 World’s Fair, the heritage palace now stands as the city’s first urban luxury resort, where history and modernity are in constant dialogue. Originally built as a hotel, the storied landmark later served as a residential complex and a public administration building, before returning to its hospitality roots in 2011. With over…

Columbia HillenIt’s the sheer dimensions of the formidable JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel that capture one’s imagination - a vast double-tiered open lobby and first floor embraced by broad sweeping polished marble staircases that seem straight out of a romantic movie with two huge cupolas above cascading natural light everywhere.  Columbia HillenThe 5-star hotel’s conference facilities are also unmatched in Romania’s hospitality sector with a multitude of rooms of various sizes, ballroom and smaller, many named after Romanian cities such as Brasov, Braila, Ploiesti and Oradea. A series of colorful wedding cakes behind glass cabinets attests to the popularity of the hotel…