Hotel Victor, a Thompson Hotel is more than the ultimate expression of Miami Beach art deco. It is a refuge from the predictable. A home for the sophisticated traveler who knows where to experience affordable South Beach luxury.
Catching up with the latest and greatest in California’s Napa Valley. Like a fine wine, the Napa Valley itself gets better with age. I’m lucky enough to call California Wine Country home, and regularly keep tabs on new stuff on both sides of the Mayacamas Mountains. Here’s a rundown on some of the newest places to eat, taste, and relax in the Napa Valley.
After an unprecedented $120 million renewal and expansion, guests now enjoy a new Omni Bedford Springs Resort. The legend began over 200 years ago at Bedford Springs, where eight mineral springs became famed as a mecca of rejuvenation. Today, the legacy continues at the world-class Springs Eternal Spa incorporating treatments with mineral waters, and a magnificently restored golf course.
Reconnecting and rejuvenating in coastal California. My husband and I took a trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea without our teenage children so we could enjoy some much-needed couple time—catching up, reconnecting, and generally remembering why we chose to marry each other in the first place.
The Fifteen Beacon Hotel is a landmark that has stood proudly at Beacon Hill for a hundred years. Ensconced in the grandeur of the Beaux Arts Building, you will be enthralled with its magnificent interiors and sophisticated service. World-class facilities and amenities define luxury found nowhere else in the city.
A resort that is uniquely Texas and extraordinarily Austin. Like the stunning Hill Country that embraces the luxury resort hotel, Barton Creek Resort & Spa is revered for its distinctive blend of peaceful beauty and gracious warmth. From the very moment you arrive, the natural ambience of the landscape and a welcoming staff will invite you to unwind and immerse yourself in a unique collection of desirable amenities.
Getting to know the Valley Isle before your first trip. I already had traveled to the other Hawaiian Islands a dozen times before I finally made it to Maui. This struck me as strange, considering the number of direct flights from my hometown of Seattle and the fact that many of my friends and fellow travel colleagues make this their go-to island.
Strolling through history in the nation’s capital. You don’t need a lot of time to cover a lot of ground in Washington, D.C., and if you enjoy walking (and we do), Washington, D.C. is the perfect city to walk about. Outfitted with Fitbit devices and comfy shoes, we designed our most recent D.C. stay around getting footloose in the nation’s …
