Situated above the Mediterranean on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel has expanded its partnership with leading fitness brand Technogym. © Anantara Hotels & Resorts Housed in a 13th-century former Capuchin monastery, the hotel features a panoramic gym with sea views equipped with Technogym machines and curated training content designed specifically for … Read more
Travelers flying between Chicago and Iceland will have a new option when Icelandair launches year-round service to Reykjavik (RKV) next year. Beginning March 16, 2016, the carrier will operate four weekly round-trips on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, with easy connections to more than 20 destinations across Europe. Founded in 1937, Icelandair has a long … Read more
The 152-year-old Hotel de la Paix has reopened as The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva, following a multimillion-dollar renovation. Perched on the shore of Lake Geneva, the hotel offers sweeping views of the Jet d’Eau and Mont Blanc and has long hosted important events and distinguished guests. The renovation carefully preserves the hotel’s historic … Read more
The town of Winslow is forever linked to the classic Eagles song “Take It Easy.” The band opens one verse with the line “Well, I’m standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona and such a fine sight to see,” and today the town features the aptly named Standin’ on the Corner Park. © Mark Skalny … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch in Beaver Creek, Colorado, is introducing two new seasonal wellness experiences for spring and summer: Spa All Day and Wellness Retreats. Both programs take place at the resort’s 21,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bachelor Gulch, which features 19 treatment rooms and amenities such as a steam room, cold plunge and a Himalayan salt … Read more
WE WON’T TELL YOUR BOSS. Chances are you’ve found your attention wandering to the panoramic windows of Abenaki Hall at Manoir Hovey in Québec’s Eastern Townships during a meeting. Those sweeping views of mirror-like Lake Massawippi framed by birch and pine are hard to resist, and neither is the inn’s roster of team-building options. After … Read more
Built in 1965, Hampton Hills Country Club is a quiet hideaway in the Hamptons. Playing the course feels remote; the stillness across the fairways is remarkable and creates a peaceful golf experience. Stanley Pine, the general manager and financial architect behind the club’s modern era, helped acquire the property after it was auctioned in 1986. … Read more
The Inn at Diamond Cove in Portland, Maine, has been welcomed into Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The property joins more than 300 hotels and resorts across the United States honored by Historic Hotels of America for preserving their historic character, architecture and atmosphere. © Colwen … Read more
A recent WalletHub study evaluated the best places across the United States to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Researchers compared the 100 largest U.S. cities using 23 metrics — including number of florists, weather on Valentine’s Day and dining costs — and ranked each city based on its overall Valentine’s Day appeal. San Francisco earned the top … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay in California has revealed its renovated spa, showcasing refreshed lounge areas, enhanced water amenities and a suite of new treatments designed for deep relaxation and holistic wellness. Completed under the direction of Hirsch Bedner Associates, the redesigned treatment rooms feature carefully chosen artwork, furnishings and accessories to create a calm, … Read more