Here are some of my fave Eastern Township stops: Domaine Pinnacle Domaine Pinnacle is a family owned orchard and cider house, where you can learn, tour, and taste, as well as stock up on their smooth, sweet, lush estate-bottled Ice Wine. This award-winning golden nectar is created from a blend of six different apples and…
If you drive about an hour from Montreal, heading south on Hwy 10, you come to The Eastern Townships, an idyllic region of Quebec tucked into the Appalachian foothills. Back in California, I’ve been describing it as, “picture the town of Napa with a New England backdrop, add a French accent (along with oodles of…
The Opus Vancouver exudes the kind of contemporary elegance that is unparalleled. A far cry from the cheese factor that is Beverly Hills 90210. So let me explain….. I’m going to reveal a little embarrassing tidbit about myself. I was a HUGE fan of Beverly Hills 90210, in the early days before they kicked Shannon…
It was just a matter of time. First, most airlines started charging $25 for checking a second bag. Then, some started sticking it to you for checking one bag. Now, no more pretzels or cookies to economy class passengers on United Airlines flights starting September 2nd.
The Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora opened this summer to rave reviews. It offers white-fringed coral islets, pristine beaches, blue lagoon, luxury rooms on stilts, a view of stunning Mount Otemanu, and the first night free with each four consecutive nights booked.
The Emirates Palace, Abu is offering an ‘all-out’ package for a mere $1,000,000 which includes the following (but keep in mind that it’s for 2 guests so that’s only a half- mill each!) *First class fights from any international destination serviced by Etihad Airlines to Abu Dhabi and seven night stay in a 680 sqm…
From Springwise: Nearly 17 million air passengers will pass through Paris this summer, presenting the city’s airports with a significant logistical challenge. To keep tempers cool and spirits high this year, the Aeroports de Paris implemented an unconventional plan: free dance lessons for passengers.
Ahhh… Paris. There’s nothing quite like it–or is there? Between the soaring Euro, swarms of tourists, the cruel and all-to-usual punishment of flying Trans-Atlantic coach, there are more than a few drawbacks for getting your French fix on. But if you’d like to experience all the fun, excitement and romance of a trip to Paris…
Famous for its quality wines and exquisite chateaux the lack of tourist activities and luxury accommodation is all set to change. Billionaire Bernard Magrez a Bordeaux wine producer said “Not enough is done at the very top end of the tourist market.” So he’s opening his own tour agency. From September luxury short stays in…
When we were in London last December, we were mildly shocked at having to pay about US$7 for a cup of coffee at Starbucks. After all, we’d been there in 2004, too, and already had experienced sticker shock. But after reading the latest story from Forbes Traveler entitled “World’s most expensive cup of coffee,” my…
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. recently announced that its renowned and ultra luxury St. Regis brand will be added to the rapidly growing city of Dubai. Scheduled to open in 2012, The St. Regis Dubai and The Residences at The St. Regis Dubai will introduce an unrivaled dimension of luxury and service at one…
Last December when I was in Roma, one Euro was the equivalent of $1.45 in my US dollars. Today, it’s worse — about $1.58 — which is excessive sticker shock to traveling Americanswho are also paying higher airfares and fuel charges. So one hotel company with 41 properties is running a new promotion to ease…