Each Art Hotels Ecuador property is intentionally small—never more than 30 rooms—and shares a consistent ethos: to blend historic charm with contemporary design and deliver an artistic, creative interpretation of luxury hospitality. Hotel Cruz del Vado © Art Hotels Ecuador Every boutique hotel in the Art Hotels collection offers immersive local experiences that connect guests … Read more

Celebrating the season of family travel, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is welcoming canine companions this summer. From now through August, dogs are invited to stay with their families while exploring the Charlotte area, subject to a few sensible guidelines. The pet program accepts dogs weighing 40 pounds or less, with applicable pet fees and deposits. Rooms … Read more

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the introduction of The Luxury Collection brand to Ukraine with the reflagging of the historic Hotel Bristol in Odessa. Originally constructed in 1898 on Pushkinskaya Street near the Black Sea, the 112-room property will be renamed Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Odessa. The hotel is scheduled … Read more

The Philippine Islands are a remarkable destination that has begun to attract global attention thanks to renewed tourism efforts. With thousands of islands, vibrant cultures, and stunning natural scenery, the Philippines offers a wide range of memorable experiences for visitors. Below are five highlights that showcase the country’s unique appeal and why travelers keep returning. … Read more

I promised friends at TAP Portugal I would play golf whenever I visit Portugal, and Madeira remains a little-known golf destination for Americans. Fewer than 6,000 U.S. travelers visit Madeira each year, though Europeans have long been drawn to its calm climate and famous Levada Walks—mountain trails following carved irrigation channels. This small Atlantic island … Read more

Pockets of Bucharest still show traces of difficult days under Communist rule and a tumultuous past marked by earthquakes and unrest. As Romania’s capital rebuilds and redefines itself, the city and its people move forward with resilience and pride. Once nicknamed “Little Paris,” Bucharest has re-emerged as the nation’s center for industry, finance and culture, … Read more

What better way to start a busy day in corporate Toronto than with a solid night’s sleep, a focused workout and a nutritious breakfast? The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto delivers on all three. During my stay I loosened tight muscles in the calming yoga studio, pushed my cardio at the 24/7 fitness centre and swam laps in … Read more

The Newt in Somerset, England, is built on a site with significant history. Recent excavations uncovered Roman remains dating to 351 A.D., and The Newt has honored these discoveries with a carefully reconstructed Romano-British villa that sits over the original footprint. © The Newt in Somerset Opened alongside a new visitor center and interactive museum, … Read more

I was a college sophomore the first time I visited Moscow on a school-sponsored trip with my wrestling team. It was June 1999, and the Russian capital—like much of the country—was still reeling from the financial crisis a year earlier. Communism had fallen, but cronyism filled the void. The result was high unemployment, rising crime … Read more

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group will expand its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with two new upscale Radisson Blu properties: Radisson Blu Resort Al Khobar Aziziya, opening in 2015, and Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence Unaizah, scheduled for 2016. The beachfront Radisson Blu Resort Al Khobar Aziziya, located on the Al Khobar coast of … Read more