While it is true that many travelers who are beginning to plan a romantic getaway in France with their loved one might immediately think of Paris. But what about a port city that has a complicated history, but one that has now come out ahead and provides guests with an […]
Tag: Hospitality
Motto By Hilton: The Newest Affordable Urban Lifestyle Brand
The travel industry has a new hot topic to discuss this week with Hilton announcing the launch of Motto by Hilton, its newest affordable lifestyle brand that will empower guests by giving them the freedom to create their own experiences in the world’s most sought-after cities. With Hilton approaching its 100th anniversary, it continues […]
Sbe Partners with Restaurateur Danny Meyer at The Redbury New York
The Redbury New York is a hotel like no other. The theatrical-themed hotel was launched in 2016 by the South Beach Entertainment Group (sbe), and always makes you feel like you were walking into a movie set Previously named the Martha Washington Hotel (which originally opened in 1903), this historic […]
The Art of Hospitality: Valentina De Santis
Valentina De Santis is young, talented, and embodies all of the superb style and hospitality you would expect from the owner and CEO of Grand Hotel Tremezzo. This stunning hotel with spa and gardens, and their own in-the-lake swimming pool and beach is located in Tremezzo, one of the villages […]
Grand Cities and Their Grand Dames: Five-Star Stays in Bologna and Verona
Though about 150 kilometers and a province or two separate them, Bologna and Verona share many of the same traits: Roman roots, well-preserved, medieval centers where life revolves around handsome piazzas, plus great culinary traditions and designer shopping on elegant, arcaded streets. And both cities share have something else in […]
To Tip or Not to Tip, That is the Question
Once in a while I get a question from a reader asking, “How much should I tip while in Italy?” The answer is not so straightforward, because we bring our own cultural norms with us when we travel, and that can be a hard thing to “undo” for a week […]
Rome Three Ways: Find Your Corner of the Eternal City
All roads may or may not lead to Rome, but chances are your vacation to Italy will begin or end there. To make the most of your stay in the Eternal City, be it for a couple of days or for a week or more, location is everything. Basing yourself […]
A New InterContinental Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles
Intercontinental has opened a second property in Los Angeles that is sure to impress. The InterContinental brand opened their first Los Angeles property in the business district of Century City in 2007. The hotel remains an example of lavish architecture in Los Angeles ever since. But, last year, the IHG […]
The Tony Awards Themed Suite at Sofitel New York
It’s not too late to have this ultimate Tony Awards experience for the true fans of everything Broadway in New York City. As the big night quickly approaches, Sofitel New York, the Official Hotel Partner for the 72nd annual Tony Awards, invites guests and its Broadway neighbors to celebrate the people and […]
The Hotel of the Future with Sarah A. Abdallah
LuxeGetaways Magazine – Fall/Winter 2017 | New York Designer and Interior Architect Sarah A. Abdallah is largely known for her elegant and timeless spaces that both calm and stimulate the mind. Abdallah’s design spaces encourage healthy movement and a community mindset by integrating the 5 senses, the latest advances in wellbeing […]
The Art of Hospitality: John Jordan of Jordan Vineyard & Winery
LuxeGetaways Magazine – Fall/Winter 2017 | Committed to long-term success, Jordan says that if they aren’t getting better, they are getting worse. Fortunately, in this case, the entire brand continues to only get better each season. John Jordan has always said, “We focus on three things at Jordan: food, wine and […]
Marriott International Launches Hotel Experience of the Future
Marriott International teams with Samsung and Legrand to unveil hospitality industry’s IoT hotel room of the future, enabling the company to deepen personalized guest experience. As technology continues to evolve and play an increasingly active role in our daily lives, Marriott International has teamed with two leading companies – Samsung […]