I recently stayed at Carillon Miami, which I heard was the most innovative wellness resort in the United States. Of course, I was intrigued, as I do appreciate when resorts have a niche market. Themed resorts are increasingly emerging, I think, both to concentrate an offer now curated to a […]
Author: Catherine Maisonneuve
5 Reasons to Plan a Getaway to The Diplomat Beach Resort in 2022
When we think of South Florida, most of us typically think of Miami Beach. However, we sometimes crave something else, something different, something funkier. The Diplomat Beach Resort (called the Dip for those in the know) offers a playful luxury setting, 50,000 square feet of private beach, two beachfront pools […]
Hotel Spotlight: 5 Reasons You Will Love The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
The historic yet luxurious Art Deco resort, ideally located on the corner of the two most-coveted avenues in South Beach, Collins and Lincoln, closed for nearly two years in order to complete a $90 Million renovation. Now officially reopened, The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach offers a safe, curated, first-class travel experience, […]
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
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
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 […]
An Insider’s Review of Business Class with Turkish Airlines
When Turkish Airlines announced in 2014 that it would be offering direct flights to Istanbul from Montreal, we knew little about this airline in Quebec. Turkish Airlines has since been providing three weekly direct flights from Montreal and Toronto to Istanbul primarily because the airline wants to increase the number […]
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 […]
A Local’s Guide to the Best Patios in Montreal
Because summer is way too short in the most European city in North America, Montrealers LOVE their terraces and enjoy them as soon as possible each year. If you are planning a visit in this dynamic and indefinable metropolis this summer, note that in Montreal terms, summer starts in May […]
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
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 […]
Let Me Talk to You About La Paz…
There is something almost mythic about La Paz, Mexico. Probably because almost nobody goes there (yet) and if you do and say that you are going to La Paz, everyone thinks you are heading to Bolivia. Let me introduce you to La Paz… you will fall in love with beautifully […]