This year has seen the debut of another Dubai hotel inspired by the shape of a sailing yacht (the first architectural legend being the world-famous Burj Al Arab). The InterContinental Dubai Festival City is situated on the south bank of Dubai Creek in the midst of the city’s business and shopping districts (not far from […]

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When Steve Wynn first opened his casino-resort on The Strip in 2005, he ushered in a new phase of glitzy, over-the-top development in Vegas. The Wynn boasts the Strip’s only golf course, a three-acre man-made lake, a Maserati/Ferrari dealership, an upscale shopping promenade, and opulent guest rooms. And now Wynn goes head to head with […]

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Historic Charleston, South Carolina is consistently ranked as one of the top tourist destinations in the U.S. It’s not just the art galleries, lively restaurant scene, and pretty boutiques. The city oozes Southern charm and sophistication, with loads of historic-listed buildings and Antebellum mansions. Plus, the elegant hotels are some of the top in the […]

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Check out this beauty. The award-winning Peninsula New York has completed the first phase of its spa renovation, and the new fitness center and pool (pictured) will open on September 8, 2008. The light-filled fitness center, located on the 22nd floor, will be stocked with all the latest in cardio and strength training equipment. The […]

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Shangri-La, the mysterious and longed for spot to escape is now yours to enjoy with the new Shangai Waitan Package at the Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai. Choose either a Deluxe Bund Room starting at RMB 2,288 per night, a Deluxe Waitan Room at RMB 2,388 per night, or a Premier Bund Room at RMB 2,888 […]

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Gilded ceilings, crystal chandeliers, Louis XVI furniture… That’s the sumptuous lobby of one of the top hotels in Vancouver, British Columbia’s jewel of a city nestled at the foot of the snow-capped peaks. Le Soleil Hotel and Suites is a 119-room luxury hotel smack dab in the middle of Vancouver’s financial, shopping and business districts. […]

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Can’t shake Olympic fever? Head to China and check out the vibrant city of Shanghai, pulsing with business, entertainment, and stylish restaurants. In December there will be a striking new hotel on the scene, when the Conrad Shanghai makes its debut in the heart of the vibrant Xintiandi district. The building’s ultra-contemporary design incorporates Chinese […]

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Here’s a decadent deal. Stay just two blocks from the White House over Labor Day weekend at the magnificent St. Regis Washington D.C., and score rates as low as $208 per night- a whopping 60 percent off the regular rate. In January, the hotel emerged from a $53 million, 16-month renovation and now all 175 […]

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The hotel, a member of the Rocco Forte Collection, is as exciting and stylish as the Italian capital itself. Smack dab in the middle of it all in the bustling city, situated between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo, the luxurious Hotel de Russie is celebrated for its picturesque terraced gardens, health club, and […]

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Visitors to the world’s most over-the-top destination can’t go wrong by booking the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The award-winning hotel exalts the pleasures of the good life with every amenity imaginable. In fact, lucky guests will find 20 restaurants to choose from, 4 swimming pools, 7 tennis courts, golf and more. Designed as an enormous wave […]

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