Category: California

Chocolate cocktails at the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Chocolate cocktails at the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

By on Feb 10, 2011 in Accommodation, Bars, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

The Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has a sweet solution for the young-at-heart: adults-only hot chocolate at the posh Seasons Bar and Lounge. Made for sipping just like martinis, these “choctails” are made with the finest valhrona chocolate and spiked with your choice of raspberry, orange, vanilla or peppermint liqueur. The finishing touch? A fluffy-as-a-cloud house-made marshmallow […]

Adventure tours in California

By on Feb 01, 2011 in Adventure Travel, California, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Travelers heading to Southern California can get more than they bargained for by scheduling an adventure tour instead of simply seeing Hollywood. Southern California offers some of the best adventures tours in all the United States with options you wouldn’t believe available to you if you can afford them. Here are some of the top. […]

The world's top 10 luxury B&Bs

The world’s top 10 luxury B&Bs

By on Nov 09, 2010 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bed & Breakfasts, California, Europe, Japan, Montana, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

The latest in Tripadvisor’s top 10 lists, and this one’s luxury-specific. Take a look at the site’s top 10 luxury B&Bs below – it’s well represented by the US, UK and Australia which collectively make up all but two B&Bs in the list. 1. Saltcote Place, Rye, England 2. The Witchery by the Castle, Edinburgh, […]

Stash Hotel Rewards

Stash Hotel Rewards

By on May 26, 2010 in Accommodation, California, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, USA

There’s a new hotel rewards program that has been designed specifically for luxury travelers. It’s called Stash Hotel Rewards – a first-of-its kind points program for independent hotels. That is, one rewards currency shared by many different upscale, independent properties. 65  hotel properties launched with them late last week, making it already the largest independent […]

Interview with Drew Patterson of Jetsetter

Interview with Drew Patterson of Jetsetter

By on May 21, 2010 in Accommodation, Alaska, Asia, Brazil, California, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, India, Interviews, Italy, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Websites, Western Europe

A true travel connoisseur, CEO and Founder Drew Patterson brings more than a decade of experience to Jetsetter, the private sales site that helps leisure travellers discover and purchase some of the world’s best vacations. An industry pioneer, Patterson was part of the founding team at Kayak.com where, during his five-year tenure as Vice President […]

The Autograph Collection - Marriott's newest brand

The Autograph Collection – Marriott’s newest brand

By on Jan 21, 2010 in Accommodation, California, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA

Back in November 2009, Marriott announced that it would be unveiling a new brand comprised of upper upscale and luxury, independent hotels with distinctive personalities in major cities and desired destinations worldwide. And the founder member hotels of the brand are about to be announced.  On 25th January 2010, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, […]

Major re-vamp for Merus

Major re-vamp for Merus

By on Oct 15, 2009 in California, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

Cult Napa winery Merus has recently undergone a major revamp by UXUS in Amsterdam. Merus started as a family business run from the owners home, gained cult status thanks to constant near perfect reviews from critic Robert Parker, and has now opened a designer winery/cellar door.  Check out the Flickr gallery for the pictures!

Royal Caribbean's Radiance of the Seas arrives in San Diego

Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas arrives in San Diego

By on Sep 30, 2009 in Alaska, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Royal Caribbean International‘s Radiance of the Seas arrived in San Diego this week to offer West Coast vacationers more options for a memorable Mexican Riviera cruise. She will embark on a total of 29 Mexican Riviera cruises from San Diego, ranging from 4- to 12-night itineraries. In addition, there will be a 13-night Ultimate Alaska […]

Autumn spa treatment from Four Seasons Resort Aviara

Autumn spa treatment from Four Seasons Resort Aviara

By on Sep 30, 2009 in Accommodation, California, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

You don’t often hear the words “do it yourself” and “spa treatment” in the same sentence. And thank goodness! Wandering into a treatment room to prep the table and massage your own shoulders isn’t quite the blissful spa experience one might imagine. But at The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Aviara, just 30 minutes north […]

Rock balancing like you’ve never seen before

By on Sep 16, 2009 in California, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos

Sit back and admire the work of San Francisco, California balanced rock sculptor Bill Dan and the art, discipline and craft of rock balancing and balanced stone stacking around the world.

Interview with Shira Lazar of NBC et al.

Interview with Shira Lazar of NBC et al.

By on Jul 29, 2009 in California, Celebrities, Chile, Europe, Hawaii, Interviews, North America, Regions, South America, Space Travel, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

Shira Lazar currently hosts Mahalo’s This Week In YouTube and is the Editor-At-Large for CondeNast’s Jaunted.com travel blogging from around the globe. Previously, Shira hosted NBC’s 1ST LOOK and OPEN HOUSE, DirecTV’s HAVOC ON THE 101 and was a correspondent on Reelz Channel’s DAILIES. She has developed and hosted online video content for Movies.com, Hollywood.com, […]

Hotel Indigo grows in USA

By on Jul 02, 2009 in Accommodation, California, Florida, Hotels, Missouri, New York, North America, USA

Hotel Indigo has  announced the opening of Hotel Indigo St. Louis Central West End following a $10 million renovation by Roberts Hotels Group of the historic Bel Air West Motel, which first opened in 1958 as the city’s first motel. The Central West End property is the first of three Hotel Indigo properties planned for […]

The London West Hollywood celebrates restaurant's first anniversary

The London West Hollywood celebrates restaurant’s first anniversary

By on Jun 23, 2009 in Accommodation, California, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA

This summer, join The London West Hollywood in celebrating the one year anniversary of  its Gordon Ramsay restaurant. Toast the fine cuisine of Michelin award-winning Chef Gordon Ramsay from the heart of LA in West Hollywood with an offer that grants you an indulgent four-course dinner, accommodation in a spacious suite, complimentary internet, and access […]

How low will you go in San Diego?

How low will you go in San Diego?

By on Jun 18, 2009 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, California, Fun Stuff, Hotels, North America, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA

In what is no doubt more of a PR exercise than anything, the Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego has come up with an interesting concept to lure guests in difficult economic times. Their deluxe accommodation for two people usually costs $219 per night, with breakfast.   If you’re willing to forego breakfast, it’s just […]

The dining room at Hotel Shangri-La is now open

The dining room at Hotel Shangri-La is now open

By on May 22, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, California, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA

Hotel Shangri La‘s ocean view restaurant is now open and taking reservations. Concept by Marc Smith of EDISON fame has hired local chef Noah Rosen to create an innovative menu inspired by the famous bi-weekly Santa Monica Farmer’s Market adjacent to the hotel. This is a great location for lunch after the Farmers Market or […]

Luxury travel deal at Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert

Luxury travel deal at Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert

By on Mar 07, 2009 in Accommodation, California, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

There’s  a limited-time offer from Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California – a lush oasis in the Coachella Valley.   Guests booking before 10th March  2009 get a starting rate of $199/night (which is about 15% off regular rates), plus 25% off all on-property dining, golf, and spa. The resort’s dining and […]