New York City has hundreds, if not thousands, of hotels. But in the world of boutique hotels, The W stands out as a 688-room tranquil oasis. Inspired by nature’s elements of earth, wind, fire and water, it’s for savvy travelers seeking refuge in a hectic world. Now, if you book and stay at The W…
For some CEOs, flying first class on commercial airlines isn’t fashionable enough, having to rub elbows with all those people is for other people, and most planes are too slow. So now, those high-end, supperrich business folks are spreading their wings on the Global 5000, a new corporate jet from Montreal-based Bombardier. This super-large jet…
Once a year, the people in India travel across hundreds of kilometers of arid desert to attend the Pushkar Fair in the state of Rajasthan. Though it’s best known as the world’s largest camel fair, Pushkar is a burst of dazzling styles, colors, shopping, and more, as Hindu pilgrims converge for a holy dip in…
Let’s say you’re traveling somewhere and it starts raining. Or you’re snorkeling and you don’t want your iPod, cell phone, PDA and/or camera to be damaged by ocean and sand. Then you might want to check out the Aquapac Waterproof Cases at LL Bean. They come in a variety of compact sizes, are rugged, and…
One of the hottest, most intimate restaurants in San Francisco’s fashionable Pacific Heights district, even when it’s foggy overhead, is Quince. It opened early this year and features a blend of California and Mediterranean cuisines. The chef is Michael Tusk, who formerly worked at Oliveto and world-famous Chez Panisse in Berkeley. One review called it…
The luxurious Hotel Pulitzer in Barcelona is definitely a feast for the senses. How? Let us count the ways: 1) This four-star boutique hip hotel is smartly styled and features a monochromatic minimalist inte rior. 2) The 91 bedrooms are black and gray with touches like leather, silk and showplace bathrooms. 3) There are two…
Via Inhabit.com: Kitsch will always be in. That may explain the success of the Caban Cariad (Welsh for “Love Shack” from Under The Thatch rental agency), a Swedish prefab cabin imported in 1973 that’s recently been refurbished. It opened in July with a decor that’s a mix of vintage, modern and Ikea: a floral couch,…
Via ShoppingBlog.com: The September issue of Conde Nast Traveler has announced its annual “Green List” –– ranking the creme de la creme of ecotourism. For 2005, the top score goes to the five star, 17-acre Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort on Vanua Levu, overlooking Savusavu Bay, which features an unsurpassed variety of eco-friendly activities from…
Tablet Hotels provides a list of several hundred of the world’s most noteworthy hotels. Why are they noteworthy? They say these hotels “provide something you will not find elsewhere. If you’re tired of the predictability of brand-name chain hotels, then, well, you’re like us.” They also say “Tablet Hotels is the cure for boring travel…
Rock Hudson, Tab Hunter and other closeted leading men were gay trailblazers in Hollywood’s Golden Era. In recent years, movies like “The Bird Cage” and TV programs such as “Will & Grace” and “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” have embraced the gay and lesbian lifestyle — not that there’s anything wrong with it. From…
Remember the “I Love Lucy” episode where she stomped grapes with an Italian woman? Looks like you, too, can go splat-splat in a vat at the Reno Great Eldorado Italian Festival on October 8th and 9th. Also part of the cultural festivities from 10 am to 4pm on Virginia Street and the Plaza on Fourth…
With stunning features, fashionable interiors and private club-like service, the flagship Clubhouse at Heathrow Airport just opened for First Class passengers. Expected to double in size within the next year, the Clubhouse is a getaway without leaving the terminal. Have a sip of champagne or choose a sophisticated cocktail at the 14-metre-long bar. Treat yourself…