Should you take a villa vacation?
Whether it’s at the city or beach, a villa vacation has many appeals over conventional hotels and resorts.
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Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel: A Good Night’s Sleep Without Frills
Originally built in 1976, the four-star Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel has 764 renovated rooms spread over 31 floors, many with views of the Seine River and some even offering a peek at the Eiffel Tower. Contemporary in décor and design, the hotel has a relaxed feel, with a lobby that always seems to be bustling.
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A Peek at the Mandarin Oriental Paris on Rue Saint-Honore
Inarguably, the location of the Mandarin Oriental Paris is exceptional. The hotel is situated on Rue Saint-Honoré, one of the oldest streets in the city, which is dotted with 17th and 18th century mansions. The street is home to upscale boutiques and rows of fashion houses with recognizable names: Hermes, Gucci, Longchamps, Chanel, Tom Ford, Jimmy Choo…
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Guest Post: A Grownup Girlfriend Getaway to the Beverly Hills Hotel
If you are in the vicinity of Los Angeles/Hollywood, go all out for a girlfriend getaway to the Beverly Hills Hotel. Expensive? Yes. But the service and ambiance make it worth every piece of gold you have to sell to get there.
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A Sybaritic Weekend In Paris: Memorable But Costly
When our 30th anniversary was approaching, my husband and I realized we had never been to Paris as a couple. We decided that this milestone was a good as any excuse for planning an over-the-top weekend celebration. Paris is so rich and monumental—in terms of history, cuisine, art and culture—that mapping out an itinerary, particularly…
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Upscale hotel toiletries too good to leave behind
Some upscale hotel toiletries are simply too good to leave behind. Hotel brands consider taking them home a win-win-win situation.
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Guess what’s in the hotel minibar now?
Once upon a time, hotel minibars were generic. All the mini-fridges looked the same; typically had the same offerings (soda, beer, liquor miniatures, and some candy and nuts)—and consistently induced a case of acute sticker-shock when guests located the price list. Even as a chocoholic, I had to be desperate to grab a candy bar…
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All-Inclusives are coming of age
With the increase in numbers, all-inclusives are seeking to distinguish themselves from each other by offering unique and memorable experiences.
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Cozy Up for Afternoon Tea: Six Cities, Six Different Blends
Afternoon tea, always an indulgent luxury, is served up six different ways in these iconic hotels. Each hotel offers a unique experience.
