As a revered Southern California getaway destination for couples, friends, and families, alike, Catalina Island offers that perfect vacation combination of natural beauty, fun activities, divine dining and accommodation options replete with amenities. Located just 22 miles off the coast of Los Angeles, a quick boat ride—only 90 minutes via the Catalina Express out of […]

As of May 2014 ten years will have passed since the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino opened up in Hollywood, Florida. Now with a 96% year-round occupancy rate, an AAA Four-Diamond rating, and an array of accolades, this destination is at the top of its game. Located in the Seminole Tribe territory, the hotel […]

Many hotels are making strides to go green with eco-friendly practices, but one has been a pioneer on the hospitality “green scene”: the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Having commenced its earth-friendly program in 2007, this property is well ahead of other hotels and resorts that are just dipping their toe into the social responsibility […]

Following a stormy winter, predictions are that summer 2014 will be one of the hottest on record. With many still feeling the economic pinch, one expert predicts that an unprecedented number of holidaymakers will pack up their possessions and opt for a luxury stay under canvas rather than budget for a hotel as glamping becomes […]

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, you’re sure to run into your fair share of challenges. Since gallivanting by land, air or sea can be stressful even under the best of circumstances, why not give yourself a break and bring along items that’ll ease and expedite your journey, and even alleviate some common concerns?  Consider […]

For those seeking a luxurious and accommodating hotel in the heart Los Angeles’ downtown sports, entertainment and business district, look no further than Luxe City Center Hotel. Mere steps away from a killer sports, showbiz and social scene, this unique boutique hotel is directly adjacent to the famed STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, world-class dining and […]

As the first and only AAA Five Diamond Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, I had decidedly high expectations for my vacation experience at the Ritz-Carlton Ft. Lauderdale. From the moment I arrived and was graciously greeted by the valet personnel who eagerly escorted me to the registration area to be checked in by equally affable front […]

Nestled in the lush and luxurious North Miami Beach Aventura neighborhood sits the award-winning, AAA 4 diamond-rated Turnberry Isle Miami—a quiet beach, golf, tennis and spa retreat sprawled over 300 perfectly manicured tropical acres replete with 100 different varieties of plants and 50 bird species. Immediately upon setting foot in the lush location, I was overwhelmed […]

While the all-inclusive resort industry has long suffered what I’ll call an “image problem,” particularly among the luxury travel set, the concept is not only single-handedly redeemed, but entirely elevated and profoundly redefined, at Grand Velas Riviera Maya.

Just 22 miles off the Southern California coast, Catalina Island has long been regarded as a Pacific paradise where families, romantics, adventurers and business folk come to stay and play. The island’s idyllic small beach town charm is just a quick boat ride away from fast-paced city life.