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5 luxury hotels that should not be missed on a trip through Switzerland

By Guido Graf on Jul 15, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

Switzerland is one of the countries considered safe for tourists in the current pandemic. Not only for its excellent medical care but also for its stunning, dramatic landscapes and seclusion. If you are seeking tranquillity, and spectacular scenery, from historic towns and contemporary cities, wildflower meadows, to rugged mountain landscapes and Swiss traditions. You definitely […]

Hyatt third night free promotion – worldwide!

By Guido Graf on Jun 13, 2020 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Worldwide

Hyatt Hotels is one of the largest hotel chains worldwide, with almost 900 hotels. While the chain has focused on cooperate travel, meetings, and events in the past, a change has taken place in the last two years. Hyatt has set itself the goal of stepping into the luxury segment and is now focused more […]

New England’s best luxury hotels

By Guido Graf on Jun 12, 2020 in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Vermont

When it comes to picturesque landscapes, seaside sunsets, and rich cultural heritage, there are few places in the New World that can compare to the New England region of the United States. From Maine down to Maryland, this countryside of seaports and cities is rich in history and patriotic spirit. The birthplace of the dream […]

What is the hotel experience like now and after COVID-19?

By Guido Graf on May 29, 2020 in Accommodation, Health & Safety, Hotels, Travel Miscellany

The COVID-19 pandemic has substantially changed our lives for the past months. During the lockdown, we all drastically missed our freedom – and even more the freedom to travel. But easing around the globe is slowly beginning with the prospect of resuming, reasonable normality once again. The pandemic has affected the entire world, and every […]

Top 5 luxury escapes in France

By Guido Graf on Mar 14, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Resorts, Western Europe

Sometimes it can be fun to be immersed in the vibrant culture and bustle of a city. It’s easy to spend a week in places like London, Paris, Berlin, and Rome without ever running out of things to do or places to visit. But sometimes people just need to kick back and relax in a […]

5 must-see monuments and 5 luxury hotels to stay in

By Guido Graf on Feb 26, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Brazil, China, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Jordan, Middle East, Peru, Regions, South America, Western Europe

In the ancient world, the Greeks had made a list of seven places any sight-seeing tourists in the Hellenic world should make the effort to see. Since the days of the Greeks and the Romans, the only monument in this list that still stands is the Great Pyramid at Giza. Our world offers more unique […]

Top 5 luxury hotels in Vienna

By Guido Graf on Jan 06, 2020 in Accommodation, Austria, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

Luxury, finery, and class. These are the three words that most describe the beautiful city of Vienna, the Crown Jewel of Europes Imperial Age. Located along the Danube in eastern Austria, Vienna has set itself apart in Europe as being a city whose very history is written in opulence. From towering cathedrals and churches to […]

Top 5 Christmas luxury holiday destinations for 2019

By Guido Graf on Dec 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Canada, Europe, France, Germany, Hotels, North America, Regions, Tennessee, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

There’s nothing quite as magical as the holiday season. The snow all around, beautiful shopping districts, friends and family coming together and celebrating love, hope, and peace. It’s almost like a scene out of a movie. And with December right around the corner, now is the time to book your ideal ‘White Christmas’ destination and […]

Top 10 luxury hotel destinations in Argentina

By Guido Graf on Nov 06, 2019 in Accommodation, Argentina, Hotels, Regions, South America

Argentina. The name evokes a chilling spirit of mystery and romance. Argentina is not only the home of the gaucho cowboys, Eva Perón, and the birthplace of Che Guevara, it is also a land known for its luxuries and taste in the finer things. From elegant tango dancing to world-renowned beef, Argentina is constantly raising […]

The transformation of luxury hotels

By Guido Graf on Oct 27, 2019 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Hotels, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

According to the Oxford-English dictionary, a hotel is “an establishment providing accommodations, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists.” And that, in a nutshell, is what they’ve been since the early days of the hospitality industry. Even back in Roman times, inns were used to shelter, feed, and allow for a brief respite during […]

Top 10 luxury hotels in Vietnam

By Guido Graf on Sep 06, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Vietnam

It is amazing how things can change in half a century. After World War II, decades of war, political upheaval, and social conflict were all anyone thought of when you mentioned any of the countries in Southeast Asia, especially Vietnam. But here we are, in the twenty-first century, and Vietnam has made leaps and bounds […]

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