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(credit: Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage)Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage is conveniently located off the 10 freeway and is home to the only spa in California to receive a five-star rating in 2021 and also features the 2021 Forbes Four-Star acclaimed Steakhouse. Encompassing 340 hotel rooms and suites with Executive Suites and two Presidential Suites and 71,000 square feet of gaming space, the resort is a quick jaunt from Los Angeles, perfect for a respite away from the bustle of the city.  Built in 2001 the hotel has since expanded and underwent a number of renovations to its exteriors, interiors and amenities.The…

All Images Credit Jumierah FrankfurtFrankfurt is best known as Europe’s banking center and the seat of the European Central Bank and of course, the Euro. But this eclectic city is so much more than just another one-trick pony. This multicultural city is known as the Manhattan of Europe with a population of which 25% are expats giving the city its ultra-cosmopolitan vibe. It is the best of the old with heritage buildings dating back centuries as well as modern-day skyscrapers such as you’ll find in one of the city’s most fashionable addresses, the Jumeirah Frankfurt.   Frankfurt is a blend…

(credit: Shangri-La Jeddah)The iconic flagship brand of the Shangri-La Group opened its first property in Saudi Arabia, Shangri-La Jeddah. Opened in conjunction with the Kingdom’s inaugural Founding Day, the hotel is just a stone’s throw from the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Marking a dawn of a new era in the country as a luxury leisure destination, the hotel is situated in the exclusive Burj Assila (Jeddah’s tallest building) and offers 220 new light-filled accommodations, three exceptional restaurants and extensive wellness facilities. Being located in the exclusive Burj Assila - a 64-story, 260-meter tall architectural icon of a building - marked an…

Delaware NorthWith fewer crowds and opportunities to ski, snowshoe, ice skate and even hike, winter is a magical time to visit Yosemite. And while there are a handful of hotels within the park, during peak travel times, including February for the annual ‘Fire Fall’ phenomenon, reservations can be tough to come by for anyone who didn’t book in advance. But for a rustic great wilderness-style hideaway – complete with fire pits, fine restaurants and a signature spa - Tenaya Lodge checks all the boxes in Mariposa County. Get Cozy in an Explorer Cabin Surrounded by incense cedar and sugar pines,…

Robert Frost Suite. Photo by Michael HospeltYour introduction to Poetry Inn’s unrivaled hospitality begins with an email query prior to your stay. Are you celebrating a special occasion? Would you like assistance with dinner reservations? Will you be wine tasting, and if so, what varietal most interests you? It behooves you to be specific, because your exceptionally gracious Poetry Inn hosts aim to please. Mention your favorite cocktail, and it will be served at your specified time. Request a particular newspaper, and it will be delivered with your morning coffee and pastry. Feeling the need for a little extra rest and relaxation? A…

La Concha ResortThe Caribbean has long been a sought-after destination for spring break, as the region’s high season falls between November and April. The springtime in the Caribbean is a welcomed reprieve from the winter blues, as the islands’ climates enjoy hot sunny days. For U.S. travelers, it doesn’t get more seamless than a visit to San Juan, Puerto Rico. With direct flights from most major U.S. airports, it’s a simple journey to reach the tropical paradise. America’s Island of Enchantment is home to soft, white-sand beaches; buzzy restaurants; luxury hotels; and comprehensive wellness and spa amenities. And in San…