I always stay at the same hotel on the West side of Manhattan. Not because it’s particularly wonderful, or that I get a great rate or anything, but because it’s geographically desirable–right across the street from my sister’s apt. However, on a recent visit ( my mom and I were back for a second try…
Luxury isn’t necessarily defined by the walls around you. The Tree House Lodge has certainly got that down. This Costa Rican resort includes four luxury tree houses: the Tree House, the Beach Suite, the Beach House and the Garden House. Each unit is spacious and private, offering the ideal location for a romantic getaway or even a trip…
In the hills of Tuscany is a transformative experience. This may sound cheesy (and you may not believe me), but let me tell you a bit about The Hill that Breathes. The Hill that Breathes is an award-winning retreat center that runs yoga and holistic holidays (but much, much more they say). It’s home to…
Hotels are cool, yes, but rentals are totally in. And a rental that is posh, artistic and inspiring? Totally, totally in. Creative Flats is a Montreal-based rental firm that offers up the perfect example of what happens when an attention to detail and style are made priorities. Since 2000, Nathalie Bouchard and Annie Horth –…
As we rally back to school and our flip flops and shorts are replaced by wool sweaters, jackets and cold weather gear, it is time to prepare for old man winter. When cooler temps, rain and snow are part of the daily forecast, protecting and conditioning your outerwear is highly recommended. Nikwax, an…
by Karine Jardin Destination: Beaune. If you have never been here, the ride on the TGV (Train Grande Vitesse = high speed train) from Gare de Lyon is 2 hours from Paris, or by car, take the Auto route de Lyon, to view French scenery in the heart of the Burgundy vineyards. Depending on what…
Since the first vines were planted by missionaries in the 16th Century, wine has long been a Chilean national treasure to be savoured and shared. Today, those original vines have blossomed into a booming business turning Chile’s grapes into liquid gold. Chile is now one of the top wine producing countries in the world. Travel one hour…