Hotels

Columbia HillenFrom France to Palestine to Jordan, Nicolas Pezout has certainly enjoyed a memorable international career in hospitality over the last 30 years. And he now brings his vast reservoir of experience to bare fruit at the Mövenpick Hotel Du Lac in Tunisia where he has been general manager for the last six years. Nicolas Pezout, General Manager. Photo by Columbia HillenMoving to Tunis about a year before the hotel was opened, Nicholas also supervised the luxury property’s completion as well as the recruitment of over 250 staff and a creative year-long program of events. Columbia HillenPrimarily aimed at business…

Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Naples, TiburónWhen it comes to golfing getaways, Florida is hardly remiss for resorts. Some offer rooms and suites with pristine golf course views while others boast lots of luxury amenities. There is only one though on Florida’s Paradise Coast that combines both to offer an unforgettable stay.  The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón (formerly The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples) features a host of luxury amenities, including a new outdoor experience known as The Reservoir, and two 18-hole courses designed by Greg Norman. There are plenty of things to do even if you are not a professional golfer. Designed…

(credit: The Loren at Pink Beach)Named after Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez, Bermuda has been a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic Ocean since 1684. Filled with pink sand beaches, old-world British hospitality, warm welcomes and big smiles, the island is only 21 square miles and offers beauty, blended cultures and a hint of mystery. Comprised of three regions (West End, Central Bermuda and East End) with nine parishes, there are incredible things to see, do and discover on the island. Offering guests beach retreats, historic hotels, vacation rentals and more, The Loren at Pink Beach Bermuda is set…

The Twenty TwoWhen King Charles III is crowned at London’s Westminster Abbey on May 6 it will be the U.K.’s first coronation of a monarch in 70 years with rich traditions, history and rituals that date back hundreds of years on display. Whether coming to join crowds to watch Charles and Camilla travel from Buckingham Palace in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach or soak up the atmosphere across the capital with themed teas and other festivities, several of the city’s most iconic hotels have curated their own celebrations with bespoke room packages and special stays in honor of this once…

Resorts World - Photo by Jill WeinleinThe newest property on the Las Vegas Strip is Resorts World Las Vegas, a consortium of three hotels - Hilton, Conrad, and Crockfords. Each are slightly different in price, design, service and amenities. Accommodations range from guest rooms to suites, villas, and palaces. All guests are welcome to over 40 dining options, numerous swimming pools, outdoor terraces, shopping, world-class theatre, and 117,000 sq. ft. gaming casino on the ground floor. Take the elevator up to the 66th floor for a more intimate private casino in Alle Lounge.  Hilton offers 1,600 stylish rooms and attentive service. Deluxe rooms…

All Images Credit Roseate HotelsArticle written by Ashley Topham  Situated in the vibrant city of Reading and less than an hour away from London is the Roseate Reading, this urban center’s most opulent boutique hotel. This cosmopolitan respite takes a new look at luxury by playing on the historic background of the property juxtaposed against its ultra-contemporary décor and design.  Behind the red and white bricked façade lies a celebration of art and culture that showcases the masterworks of international artists. This is the type of luxury one can experience at the Roseate Reading, one of the U.K.’s most esteemed…

Images credit Konsultant, Reykjavik Excursions, and Special Travel IcelandIceland is one of the most fascinating places on earth. There are volcanoes, glaciers, black sand beaches, and waterfalls that look like they fell off the pages of a fairytale book. It is also a country filled with endless adventures from mountain biking, white water rafting, horseback riding, and countless hiking trails in pristine nature. Reykjavik is Iceland’s capital and the major city and makes the perfect base to explore all that this incredible destination has to offer. An ideal place to stay is its most chic boutique hotel, the Reykjavik Konsulat…

Marriott"The seed is in the ground. Now may we rest in hope While darkness does its work.” These three lines are the poet Wendell Berry’s, hopeful description of Winter.   But for many who travel in Winter, and who might prefer, like the seeds within the ground, to hibernate until Spring, Winter travel can be difficult as travelers often search for warm places and comfort food. Recently, we were reminded of this, when, during Utah’s coldest and snowiest Winter, we experienced and explored Salt Lake City’s new dual-branded hotel -- Element and Le Méridien. They were two in one building,…

Opus One and Wynn Las VegasThe first of its kind luxury wine weekend will take place at Wynn Las Vegas from Friday, April 28 to Sunday, April 30. Guests will have the opportunity to go on a pilgrimage featuring Napa Valley's famed Opus One Winery, tasting different vintages, including some of the most exclusive Bordeaux-style blends. Two legendary winemakers California Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothchild, a member of Bordeaux's Chateau Mouton Rothchild united in 1979 to create Opus One wines. With the desire to combine their talents and passion for wine, when their 1984 vintage was released, it was the…

Columbia HillenThough I’ve been to Roswell, I’ve never seen a spaceship - and certainly not one from my bedroom window. Now I have thanks to the 4-star, Renaissance Bordeaux Hotel , for that was among one of the delightful views from my 7th floor junior suite. Columbia HillenThe 17-meter spaceship is a sculpture by British artist Suzanne Treister, part of Bordeaux’s public art, and it was clear to see from my vantage point. And not the only one. From the other side of the window, I could see over the iconic glass dome of La Cite du Vin, the city’s absorbing…