Baring it all in Baden-Baden at the Friedrichsbad bath house

by Ann Ruppenstein Not one to shy away from immersing myself in the real local culture firsthand, I decided to suck it up for the authentic experience. To be or not to be naked, that is the question.  I’m in Baden-Baden, Germany, one of the UNESCO-listed Great Spa Towns of Europe, faced with the decision […]

See the best of Europe this summer with Four Seasons

Which will it be? Private surf lesson in one of Lisbon’s lesser-known beach coves, an early morning hike to Budapest’s Castle District or a private cruise on Lake Como after exploring the lakeside views from behind the wheel of an Italian car? This summer, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts invites guests to explore the rich cultural, culinary and natural beauty of Europe through […]

New contemporary city hotel debuts in Dublin

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will officially make its debut in Ireland with the opening of Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel.   Previously known as The Marker, a significant renovation has now been completed with a multi-million investment at the iconic Dublin hotel, which is a member of Leading Hotels of the World. The property is one […]

You can dive amongst Roman ruins in Malta’s new underwater park

Malta is on the verge of offering divers a new underwater experience that will provide a truly in-depth look at the destination’s long history. Spring will see the Mediterranean archipelago launch the Tower Wreck Deepwater Archaeological Park, which tourism authorities bill as the first of its kind. The underwater park is located in Xlendi Bay, […]

One of the Algarve’s hottest hotels reopened with a new look

Situated overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and next to Vilamoura Marina in the Algarve in Southern Portugal, Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort has reopened following an extensive redesign and refurbishment. The major revamp introduces a contemporary and sophisticated new look to all the guest rooms, the entrance lobby, and The Argo Cocktail Bar, as well as […]

Tivoli just opened its first Dutch hotel in a 16th century property

Tivoli Hotels & Resorts recently opened its first property in the Netherlands.   The Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam Hotel is a 16th-century property in the classicist style overlooking the Amstel Canal; it is considered to be the oldest hotel in the Dutch capital. The property was the original home to Rembrandt Van Rijn’s famous painting The Night Watch (completed in 1642), […]

London’s newest riverside hotel is minutes from top attractions

The Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment has officially opened.  The 142-room hotel marks the eighth Hyatt-branded property in London, confirming Hyatt’s ambitious and strategic brand growth plans for 2023 and beyond in the United Kingdom.   With its prime riverside location and proximity to the city’s most notable attractions, Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment caters to […]

A look inside one of Europe’s best private villas

Located in the Bay of Sant Miquel, just off the north coast of Ibiza, Isla Sa Ferradura is an ultra-luxury private island of 377,000 sq. ft. which is connected to the main island by a small, hidden two-sided beach. The primary villa is set within magnificently landscaped gardens offering approximately 13,000 sq. ft. of indoor […]

This 21-day trip to the Arctic costs $187,000—here’s what it gets you

Thoughtfully curated by the luxury hospitality industry veterans of HL Adventures and led by the Arctic’s foremost experts and guides, The North’s bespoke, three-week itinerary for the Arctic Horizon will cover seven wonders spanning the Arctic Circle. An intimate group of just 50 like-minded adventurers will explore the edge of the world to destinations normally […]

Travellers can sail Europe for up to 35 days aboard this cruise ship

For Holland America Line’s 2024 Europe season, the cruise line is adding several new itineraries that combine regions, increasing the number of voyages of 14 days or longer and enhancing Northern Europe with new departure ports. From April to November dozens of unique itineraries — ranging from seven to 35 days — will be offered on two […]