At the luxe Cayo Levantado Resort, strolling to the private beach at sunrise is a must-do experience.
The private beach is an idyllic location for sunning, swimming and snacking.
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Friday, May 31, 2024
Travels in the Dominican Republic - Part 3
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Travels in the Dominican Republic - Part 2
This private beach at Cayo Levantado Resort is a serene spot for sipping a chilled glass of verdejo.
Guests who wake up early are treated to this sunrise view from their private terrace.
Travels in the Dominican Republic - Part 1
The abundant lush foliage, creative wellness classes and chill vibe make it easy to truly get into a Zen state at the luxe Cayo Levantado Resort in the Dominican Republic. This is the area where the offerings include the most awesome Sound Healing.
Even just walking through the wellness area of this resort is a transformative experience.
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Travels in Bonaire - Part 2
With spectacular sunsets and fine, creative cuisine, La Balandra, the al fresco restaurant at the Harbour Village Beach Club on Bonaire, is a must dining experience.
With its dramatic stained glass, St. Bernard Church is a serene retreat from the buzzing capital of Kralendijk.
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Lisbon - Valverde Hotel
The Valverde Hotel in Lisbon is a gem for oh-so many reasons, including the lush courtyard garden that’s a placid sanctuary smack in the middle of the buzzing city. It’s centrally locally on the Avenida da Liberdade.
Everything is classy, even the hallways.
The hotel is often described as an oasis, which it is. The hotel feels like a townhouse that’s peaceful and serene with numerous public rooms replete with art.
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Portugal’s Alentejo Region - Where to Stay - Part 2
With so many activities at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova in Portugal’s Alentejo region, from painting to horseback riding, sometimes you just want to endlessly lounge on the private terrace at Casa do Ancoradouro (Home of Terracotta) and soak up the placid vibe.
Sit down to a sumptuous breakfast at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova in Portugal’s Alentejo region and you’ll also be treated to these stellar views of the bucolic landscape past the infinity pool (in the foreground).
Sunday, February 28, 2021
New Historic and Stylish Hotel in New Orleans
The French Quarter in New Orleans hasn’t seen a new hotel in decades. No surprise, considering the city wants to keep this district historically significant. Now there’s a new player on the block that manages to meld historical significance with contemporary stylishness. This is my latest for Forbes Life on ONE11 Hotel.
Sunday, November 17, 2019
A Hotel in Mauritius with Big Transformative Goals
It's hard to walk away from a stay at SALT of Palmar in Mauritius and not think differently about how so many things in our daily lives makes a difference in the environment, as well as how connecting with people different from us can provide us with treasured learning experiences while also giving us the opportunity to teach others skills and knowledge that we make take for granted. This is my latest article for Forbes on SALT of Palmar.
Saturday, September 28, 2019
A Sustainable Resort in Mauritius
On the east coast of Mauritius, SALT of Palmar is a delightful eco boutique property that's infused with sustainability, a playful design aesthetic that reflects the island's bold colors, and a sense of connectedness between the land, its people and their culture. These photos provide a window into this property with more stories to follow down the road.
Saturday, April 20, 2019
Photos: Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is a multi-faceted city, where luxe hotels like the Palacio Duhau-Park Hyatt displays contemporary art on the wall of an underground gallery, and where the rough-around-the edges La Boca barrio shows off its surprising street art with sculptures hanging from the colorful facades. Where the city that bustles with non-stop traffic also is home to the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve where the only sounds are the twittering of birds. Where neighborhoods are peppered with small art galleries showcasing the myriad works of Argentinian painters as well as museums highlighting the country's vast art heritage. Where one moment you can be dining in a fine sushi restaurant and the next, strolling a verdant Japanese garden -- the biggest outside of Japan -- with places aplenty that are ideal for meditation.
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Photos: Whimsy in a New York City Hotel
For me, so many of the hotels in Manhattan fall into two categories: luxury brands and low-end hotels that feel dark and dismal. So, imagine my surprise to discover the new Moxy Hotel in lower Manhattan that's bright, fun, and affordable. I was already in love with Marriott's Moxy brand after visiting their recently-opened property in Chattanooga, Tennessee. What makes the Moxy such a breath of fresh air is that each property has an immense, comfortable public space full of art, quirky design features, and games. Finally, a hotel where you feel like you actually want to hang out in a "lounge" and feel comfortable, even if you're traveling by yourself. Sure, the sunny rooms are minimalist -- but they've got art features as well -- and few places to store whatever you brought with you, including your luggage. But who's going to spend much time in the room when there's so much to enjoy on their third floor? These are some of the images from the Moxy that's on Ann Street just off Fulton Street, near the World Trade Center.
Sunday, February 24, 2019
A Luxe Caribbean Resort That Readily Melds With Nature
Saba is a Caribbean island that just about everyone is clueless about. What a shame because this tiny volcanic island that's just a few minutes from St. Maarten is packed with a wealth of intimate treasures. The Queen's Gardens Resort & Spa is one of those treasures. This is my recent article for Forbes on this luxe resort.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Zen-Like Hotel Experience in Sri Lanka
If I had to describe my ideal airport hotel it would be one that, though in close proximity to the runway, felt like I was in a botanical garden. I know that’s a tall order, but somehow I found it at The Wallawwa, a luxe boutique property in Sri Lanka. No matter where I wandered on the six-acre lush property, I never was far from blooming flowers and other foliage. Check out my recent article for Forbes on The Wallawwa.
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