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If the need arose to name the professions with the highest requirements for social, leadership, and organizational qualities, the position of hotel general manager would undoubtedly rank at the top of the list. This is especially true for managers of luxury hotels, where guests have every reason to expect impeccable service and organization of their

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa Barbara Seeking a Valentine’s Day getaway, here are five destinations that offer a romantic ambiance in Southern California. SANTA BARBARA Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Santa Barbara is owned by ABC’s The Bachelor reality star Andrew Firestone and Jess Parker, co-founders of StonePark Capital. This Santa Barbara-based hospitality development company turned an

The gear you choose for travel can make the difference between a stress-free, organized trip or a chaotic mess. To find the best trappings for trips, we asked a panel of experts to nominate the best carry-on luggage, checked luggage, fanny packs, travel headphones and TSA approved locks. Then, we asked our readers to vote

Casa Gangotena Our first impressions of Quito were at night. We were going from the airport to the old town, and all that could be seen were old buildings, and winding streets. Then, a lighted building, white, almost-church-like, with huge, hand-carved wooden doors. “We have arrived,” said the driver in a grandiose tone, “At Casa

Columbia Hillen Located in the heart of a regenerated shipyard area in Belfast known as the Titanic Quarter, the 4-star hotel of the same name helps bring to life a bygone age. For the 119-room Titanic Hotel occupies the Victorian and Edwardian offices of Harland & Wolff, the company that built the ill-fated cruise ship

The Cayman Islands have long been a popular destination for travelers, with its tropical climate and laid-back vibe. Getting there is fairly easy for those on the U.S. East Coast. With a nonstop Cayman Airways flight from LAX, the islands are gaining traction with the West Coast set too. But what are you to do

All Images: Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach There are many spa and wellness hotels in Bali to choose from but none are as hip and cool as the Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach. The hotel is part of the IHG chain and they really shine when it comes to hospitality. The exclusive Hotel Indigo boutique brand is known for creating

Whether your idea of the perfect getaway is a history lesson, going to the theater, relaxing by the bay, indulging in good food or shopping ’till you drop, there’s a small town for you. We’re looking for the best small towns in each region and across the United States, so we invited a panel of

Images courtesy of 20Diezz Arquitectos From JustLuxe Content Partner MensGear Casa Lohr emerges from an abandoned 19th-century colonial house in the historic center of Mérida, Mexico. 20Diezz Arquitectos restored the crumbling stone structure and preserved its historical beauty by conserving the interior vestiges. This includes remnants of an old masonry wall which becomes the defining

Leave the dingy snow mounds behind and embrace a romantic winter getaway in the Midwest. If holiday travel proved anything, it’s that flying can be costly, infuriating and leave you asking “why?”, especially when you can drive to a cabin in the countryside or an upscale igloo in a postcard setting. Lift the tedium of

Bardessono Resort & Spa A trip up the California coast to wine country is a great vacation for oenophiles and anyone looking for great farm to table food, delicious wine and relaxation in a gorgeous setting. California is one of the leading winemaking regions in the world. More than 600,000 acres of the Golden State

“Blown Away” contestant Minhi Su England doing a demonstration at Seattle Glassblowing Studio — Photo courtesy of Ian Lewis Media Advertisement Thanks to the popularity of “Blown Away,” Netflix’s competitive glassblowing reality show, glass art is hotter than ever. Words like “annealer,” “frit,” “hot shop” and “glory hole” have become familiar to millions of viewers,

BySuzi Jan. 21st, 2023 Park Hyatt Vienna From Justluxe Influencer Partner: @LuxuryDiscoverer There’s a lot to love about Vienna. Everything runs on time. No one seems to be in a hurry. And, unlike other European capitals, Vienna isn’t overcrowded and swamped with tourism. There’s a wide array of 5* luxury hotels in the city center

St. Martin is a Caribbean island that is split between two nations: the French side, known as Saint-Martin, and the Dutch side, known as Sint Maarten. This unique blend of cultures offers visitors a diverse range of activities and attractions to enjoy during their vacation. No visit to St Martin is complete without spending time

Photo courtesy of Getty Images // g-stockstudio Family vacations are great but sometimes what you need to reconnect is a little adult time. From private plunge pools and clothing-optional beaches to fine dining and eco-tours, these 10 adults-only resorts – voted as the best by our readers – offer memorable experiences for individuals 16 and

The Hilton – a name synonymous with magnificence and style, famous for its understated luxury and gracious hospitality and the Hilton Munich Airport is no exception.   Situated in the heart of Munich Airport between terminals one and two it couldn’t be more convenient, with all the high-end facilities one would expect from a world class

Nothing like the energy of live music — Photo courtesy of melis82 / Getty Images Where did you see your first live music concert? Live musical performances can be transformative, and these 10 venues in the Northeast have certainly hosted their fair share of transformational evenings. If you’re in New England, be sure to check

Columbia Hillen As founders and owners of Banyan Tree Holdings, Ho Kwon Ping and Claire Chiang put a premium on creating quality staff. A classic example of this is Magda Vlassi, a friendly waitress at their luxury Angsana Resort and Spa on the Greek island of Corfu, the first European property in the Banyan portfolio.

Louisa Jacobson (left) as Marian Brook and Cynthia Nixon as Aunt Ada Brook on HBO Max’s ‘The Gilded Age’ — Photo courtesy of Alison Cohen Rosa/HBO Advertisement Love is in the air (and on the air) as viewers eagerly await Season 2 of Julian Fellowes’ “The Gilded Age.” Will love prevail despite the struggle between

There are more than 35,000 museums in the United States, according to a figure released by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. That means there’s more than twice as many museums in the country as there are McDonald’s restaurants – a staggering figure. Help us narrow it down to the 10 best museums in