September 5th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
In today’s Escapes section, the New York Times just picked up on the latest travel trend in the Northeast: destination spas:
…As more travelers seem to expect spa treatments to be part of their getaway experiences, and spas within driving distance of New York City recognize that travelers in a squeezed economy want to stay closer […]
September 4th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
It’s here. The bikers’ hotel that everyone’s been talking about– Milwaukee’s hottest new boutique hotel– is about to open its doors. A member of Desires Hotels (the collection includes the hip San Juan Water & Beach Club Hotel), The Iron Horse Hotel promises to be one of the most buzzed-about hotel debuts in years. You […]
September 4th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
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 […]
September 3rd, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
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 […]
September 3rd, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Take the girls for an end-of-summer fling to South Beach and score an awesome deal with The Sagamore, one of the hottest hotels in South Beach. You’ll love the outdoor pool, striking suites (with whirlpool tubs), and private collection of art and photography at this unique beachfront address. Even better- the hotel has a great […]
September 3rd, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
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 […]
September 2nd, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Now there’s another reason to check out the new luxury resort everyone’s been talking about. The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, situated on Mexico’s pristine Yucatan Peninsula, has introduced a series of four-day holistic yoga programs– featuring guided meditations, yoga classes and yogic diet and nutrition sessions. The next one will take place from September 25-28, […]
September 2nd, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Shoe fanatics, rejoice. You can get your very own pair of cobalt blue satin pumps– just like Carrie Bradshaw’s in the Sex and the City movie– signed by designer Manolo Blahnik at an afternoon reception at Bergdorf Goodman. (Retail value: $945). This one-day deal with the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park happens on September 12, […]
August 29th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts makes it easy to go green. With eco-friendly programs and initiatives– like the Adopt-A-Beluga Program– Fairmont’s been making waves in the hotel industry. Indeed, Fairmont has been championing luxury eco-tourism for awhile. When the Fairmont Mayakoba opened in early 2006 on the white sand of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, it became the […]
August 28th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
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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