Hotels

Fairmont Grand Del Mar - Photo by Jill WeinleinDuring the summer, the luxurious Fairmont Grand Del Mar golf resort and spa in San Diego offers Summer Social activations and Fourth of July specials. Guests will enjoy al fresco dining opportunities, flickering fire-pits and a range of live music styles. One feels as if they are staying at an elegant Mediterranean villa in Italy or Spain while strolling through the architecturally stunning resort.  The old-world grandeur cost $270 million to build in 2007, offering 249 spacious guestrooms and suites with comfortable pillow-top beds dressed in luxury linens. The marble bathroom features…

Shaena EngleVisiting Victoria, the capital of British Columbia and Vancouver Island’s biggest city, is like taking a step back in time. Named for England’s reigning queen, this charming city boasts mild weather, gorgeous views of the Pacific coast and harbor, historic buildings and stunning gardens. You can travel to Victoria via plane (they have a beautiful small airport), ferry from Vancouver and other cities, or take the quick easy Harbour Air small plan for great views and a short 45 minute flight from the docks near the Fairmont Waterfront hotel in Vancouver. Shaena EngleSTAY Fairmont EmpressA perfect place to begin…

Courtesy of Omni Amelia Island ResortWhen it comes to planning a vacation, it’s important to keep every member of the family in mind when deciding where to go next. From little ones looking for some fun pool time to your favorite four-legged friend wanting a run on the beach, you will want to find a resort that offers fun for the whole family. That’s just what Omni Amelia Island Resort offers. Located on the northeast coast of Florida just 45 minutes away from downtown Jacksonville, this property offers a true vacation. The location itself is breathtaking, sitting prominently on a…

Jill WeinleinDuring the day, the stunning ARIA Resort & Casino offers three different swimming pool areas for guests to sit in comfortable chaise lounges to enjoy the desert sunshine. There is a family pool, multiple cabanas and day beds to reserve, plus a pool bar and Liquid adult pool. The Sky Pool is available to only Sky Suite guests. Jill WeinleinThe Liquid Pool Lounge is for guests 21+. This upscale poolside pampering experience offers refreshing dipping pools, 8 Liquid secluded cabanas and multiple daybeds that frame the 1,200 square foot main pool. ARIA’s Pool Bar offers some of the best margaritas to…

Luca TettoniHonoring regional healing traditions and customs, the award-winning Spa Villages of YTL Hotels deliver individual and authentic therapeutic experiences that combine natural local ingredients and age-old practices, resulting in one-of-a-kind luxury retreats. To bring each Spa Village into the homes of guests past, present, and future, YTL Hotels has released brand-new curated Spa Village Playlists. Available to listen to on Spotify, travelers are able to get a glimpse of the rest and relaxation offered at Spa Villages across the globe, including:  Spa Village Pangkor Laut: Nestled alongside the Straits of Malacca and located three miles off the West Cost of Malaysia on a private island, Pangkor Laut Resort offers…

Yannick AndreaSwitzerland is a hiker's paradise. With its stunning mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and lush valleys, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether travelers are beginners or experienced hikers, they will find plenty of trails to choose from. Swiss Deluxe Hotels, an organization featuring 39 properties across Switzerland that are considered among the leading hotels worldwide and embody the prestige of the Swiss luxury hospitality sector, offers travelers a seemingly endless array of hiking opportunities boasting sunrise and sunset views, alpine panorama, and an abundance of wildlife during a summer visit. Guests at the Tschuggen Grand Hotel are welcome to experience the beauty…

Ellerman HouseLocated in the heart of Cape Town, where the slopes of the Lion’s Head meet the Atlantic Ocean, lies the iconic Ellerman House Hotel. Boasting 13 rooms and two three-bedroom villas uniquely designed to showcase traditional SA landscaping and panoramic views of Bantry Bay, the property features exceptional details throughout, showing the very best of South Africa. With unparalleled views of the crashing waves, magnificent sunsets and richness of plant and animal life nearby, Ellerman’s surroundings provide an ever-present reminder of their important commitment to conservation, sustainability carbon emissions and water scarcity.  Ellerman HouseIn a conscious effort to highlight World Oceans Day 2023 and…

Jill WeinleinRecently, the Fairmont Empress Hotel in historic Victoria, B.C., completed a $60+ million dollar restoration to bring the Grand Dame of Canada into a new era of modern luxury. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada’s Castle on the Coast debuted its new Fairmont Empress Gold. Now visitors receive a 'hotel within a hotel' experience while exploring stunningly beautiful British Columbia. Not much was touched on the exquisite exterior, a nod to French Renaissance with Tudor architecture. Gorgeous thick stones, bricks, neo-gothic dormers, gables, and turrets provide a step back in time and European feel.  Jill WeinleinInside the towering lobby is…

Hotel Joaquin LobbyHotel Joaquin, located just steps away from Shaw’s Cove in the artist’s enclave of Laguna Beach, was formerly a hip, roadside motel during the birth of the 1940’s California Riviera. The transformed boutique hotel offers guests an exclusive and intimate feel, with just 22, unique rooms decorated in a chic, St. Barths meets 1950’s Southern California aesthetic.  Nestled between the mountains and the sea, the hotel evokes a sense of well-being, as nature abounds in every carefully thought-out detail. Wake up every morning with complimentary tea or coffee delivered to your room to help jump start your day.…

Provided by property.Mandarin Oriental Emirates Palace, located in Abu Dhabi, made its grand debut in 2005 as an embodiment of His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan’s vision. This visionary leader sought to merge tradition and modernity while honoring traditional values and cultural heritage. Sprawling over a million square meters, the palace showcases Arabian hospitality at its finest, drawing inspiration from Andalusian architecture and local ambiance prevalent in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Located on the Corniche in Abu Dhabi, the property is recognized as one of the most luxurious destinations in the city and is known for its…