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Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel: Where Cariocas Retreat

Posted by Angelica Ruiz Rodriguez in Búzios, Brazil

Just beyond the vibrant pulse of Rio de Janeiro, Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa culminates as a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that has quietly defined Búzios luxury for decades. Perched above the port with sweeping ocean views that evoke Portofino and Mykonos, Casas Brancas blends old-world charm with heartfelt Brazilian hospitality, creating an atmosphere that feels both romantic and deeply personal.

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JANEIRO Hotel, The Refined Brazilian Experience

Posted by Angelica Ruiz Rodriguez in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nestled in the refined neighborhood of Leblon, JANEIRO Hotel captures the emotional essence of Rio, balancing barefoot beach culture with sophisticated metropolitan energy in a way that feels both effortless and deeply personal. From waking to panoramic ocean views and ending evenings wrapped in plush robes with tea at turndown, to spontaneous, heartfelt gestures like freshly opened coconuts delivered before even asking, every moment feels intuitive and thoughtfully curated. The rooftop sunsets, the seamless beach service, the art and literature woven throughout the interiors, and the gentle hum of Rio’s tropical lifestyle beyond the windows all combine to create a sanctuary that is at once vibrant and serene. Rooted in a philosophy of conscious luxury, JANEIRO Hotel transforms a stay in Rio de Janeiro into a journey about sustainability, community empowerment, and design sophistication.

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The Siam Hotel Bangkok

Posted by Jane Patrick in Bangkok, Thailand

On a recent visit to Thailand, I had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Siam Hotel Bangkok. It was an incredible experience and a w...

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The Standard Hotel Miami

Posted by Craig Sabasch in

Every once and awhile we come across a hotel that, while not strictly a 5 star luxury property, amazes and delights us. Such is the case...

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Rocky Mountain Fairmont Fairytale

Posted by Ginger Blum in Rocky Mountains, Alberta

Set off on the adventure of a lifetime with the Rocky Mountain Fairmont properties. Combine the historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, th...

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My Visit to Ottawa

Posted by Anne Bird in Ottawa, Ontario

In July this year, I travelled from Vancouver to Toronto to see family and then drove to Ottawa. I had the opportunity to stay at the...

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My First Luxury Hotel Stay Post COVID-19

Posted by Ginger Blum in Whistler, British Columbia

As hotels in British Columbia open up with new procedures and policies geared toward preventing the spread of COVID-19, I longed to retur...

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The Wedgewood Hotel, Vancouver, Canada

Posted by Julie Vogel in North Vancouver, British Columbia

This small, family-run Relais & Chateaux hotel feels more like a perfectly located private club with absolutely fabulous service. The lo...

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St Regis & W Hotel Punta Mita

Posted by Lorraine Stobbe in Punta de Mita, Mexico

I was invited on a FAM trip with Marriott Luxury Brands to experience their beautiful hotels in Punta Mita, Mexico. I flew with Westjet ...

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Regent Berlin

Posted by Julie Vogel in

The unimpressive exteriorbelies the old world opulence within.Regent Berlin feels like it has been a part of Berlin’shistory since the gl...

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The Peninsula Paris

Posted by Julie Vogel in Paris, France

My big question as I booked the Peninsula Paris was could it possibly live up to the amazing memories I have of the first Peninsula locat...

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The London Edition, London, UK

Posted by Julie Vogel in Westminster Abbey, United Kingdom

Historic, old world with decadent details and a modern twist…The London Edition is a whole new way to hotel. Ian Schreger,of Studio 54 f...

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