Author: Catherine Maisonneuve

PC: Kempinski Ciragan Palace Istanbul

Two Luxury Hotels for Stylish Stays in Istanbul

There are many reasons to visit the largest city in Turkey… Istanbul is undoubtedly a city full of history and tradition. The majority of these traditions are still relevant today, and you can discover all of their subtleties when walking through Old Town. The cultural influences of the many empires […]

Visiting Puerto Vallarta/Riviera Nayarit with Velas Resorts

Visiting Puerto Vallarta/Riviera Nayarit with Velas Resorts

The Velas family owns and operates a collection of luxury and exclusive resorts located in the some of most prestigious destinations in Mexico. From the exotic landscapes of Los Cabos on the Pacific coast to the beautiful beaches of Riviera Maya on the Gulf side, Velas Resorts offers six luxury properties. Three of them (most notably, the very first hotel of the collection) […]

Two Luxury Hotel Experiences in Seattle

Two Luxury Hotel Experiences in Seattle

Seattle is the largest seaport city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region; and this exciting city is a creative hub for numerous company head offices (Starbucks, Microsoft, Amazon…). These innovative companies are bringing well-traveled people into the city who are seeking luxury, top-of-the-line accommodations. While Seattle is once again […]

Weekend Getaway: Washington, DC Two Ways

Weekend Getaway: Washington, DC Two Ways

Washington, DC is much more than just monuments and memorials. With eclectic neighborhoods, a fantastic culinary scene and an avant-garde touch, it has a lot to offer – making it a fantastic weekend getaway… •• Classic Luxury •• What To Do: We arrived to DC on a Saturday, which is […]

6 Things You Might Not Know About Cabo

6 Things You Might Not Know About Cabo

I visited the gorgeous region of Los Cabos in Mexico for the second time this winter and, after I returned, I felt the need to clarify some of the myths about this destination that is just as “mythical.” The region called “Los Cabos” is the tourist area, where the marina […]

4 Reasons to Visit Kennebunk This Winter

4 Reasons to Visit Kennebunk This Winter

Since Maine is called “Vacationland”, one might think that the state shuts down during the low season (from November to April). In fact, the Kennebunks during the winter season are actually a well-kept “secret getaway” and those who choose to visit this town, best known as a summer destination, in […]