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Japanese Sleeper Train by Ferrari Designer Ready For its First Journey

Mar 20, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

This May, travelers to Japan will get the chance to see the country via a new high-speed bullet train offering overnight accommodations within 17 luxury suites. Train Suite Shiki-Shima will set off on itineraries through the north-eastern region of Tohoku and into Hokkaido exploring the regions’ cultures, crafts and cuisines along the way.

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Dive the Site of the Infamous Titanic Shipwreck Next Spring

Mar 17, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In 1912, the world’s largest ship embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City. Four days later, the Titanic sank into the Atlantic Ocean two hours after hitting an iceberg. While most know the story of the infamous ship, its story still continues to captivate us, 105 years later.

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Where to Sleep Under the Stars Without Going Glamping

Mar 13, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

We’ve always enjoyed the idea of glamping because it gives us a chance to be in touch with our surroundings, while still having upscale amenities. But sometimes we’d like to take in the natural beauty around us in the comfort of a luxury hotel, and not in the middle of the wilderness.

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6 Years Later, Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Los Cabos Finally Underway

Mar 7, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

We’ve been waiting on the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Los Cabos to open for quite some time now—six years to be exact. First announced back in 2011, the hotel was slated to make its debut in 2014 but as time went by, the luxury brand remained relatively quiet about the property—until last year. Now scheduled to open in late 2017, the five-star resort seems to finally be making its way onto the scene.

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$100M Bel Air Mansion Hits the Market With Two Exotic Gold Cars

Mar 6, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Los Angeles knows how to do luxury living well, and to prove it, a new seven-bedroom Beverly Hills mansion just came onto the market and is stacked with everything from exotic cars to an Andy Warhol painting and a Champagne vault. The recently completed residence is located in the Trousdale Estates neighborhood, comes fully furnished and is priced at $100 million. The hefty price tag is more than worth it though considering everything you get with your purchase.

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Atlantis Finally Confirms New Mega-Resort in Hawaii 11 Years After Conception

Mar 3, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

For more than a decade, Atlantis Resorts has been in talks to open a new property on a parcel of land on the Diamond Head side of Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii. Last year, plans were again announced to move forward with the project after China Oceanwide bought the 26-acre development site in September for $280 million. 

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Tommy Hilfiger's 7-Bedroom Florida Beach Home Listed for $27.5M

Mar 2, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

If you’ve ever wondered what it’d be like to live like fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger, you’re in luck, the American fashion designer just put his Florida estate now on the market. The 14,075-square-foot beachfront residence is located on Ocean Boulevard and is priced at $27.5 million.

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Iran as a Tourist Destination: Tips For Americans Visiting the Middle Eastern Country

Feb 25, 2015  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Last week, NPR broadcast a story entitled ‘You Are Invited’: Isolated Iran Seeks Foreign Tourists, which juxtaposed the revolution’s slogan, “Death to America,” with its current international tourism campaign inviting foreigners (even Westerners) to its land. Over the past couple of years, this urgency to attract tourists to Iran has been sprinkling through the news. But in the past few months, it seems to have picked up speed. Ever-curious about the world around us, we began looking into what it would look like for American travelers to visit in 2015.

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The 6 Best Rooftop Penthouse Suites in London

Feb 23, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

We’re quickly heading into peak tourist season for London, with the best months to visit being between March and May. The beauty of a spring trip means that you’ll get to experience the city’s blossoming parks and gardens while at the same time avoiding its muggy summers and dreary winters. As you begin planning for your next British escape, we found the best ways for you to really enjoy the weather and crisp air this spring: rooftop penthouses. Across the city, these six hotels offer stunning suites on the top floor of their respective properties and all include private terraces sitting high above London.

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Inside The World’s Largest, Members-Only Superyacht

Feb 20, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

British luxury concierge company Quintessentially is setting out to create the world’s largest superyacht. The members-only service, which costs around $18,700 per year to join, will be debuting a new $311 million vessel in 2019.

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Italian Opulence in the Heart of Vietnam

Feb 17, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

It's been said that luxury travel is more than just about over-the-top accommodations and glittery amenities. And while of course we agree, sometimes, it really is all about the extravagance and showy nature of a hotel that really gets us.

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10 Hotels Opening in 2017 That Are Calling Our Names

Feb 10, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Half the fun of any vacation is the hotel you stay in; and many of today’s properties are so chic that often times, they’re the sole reason for the trip itself. And in 2017, there are so many luxury hotels opening that we barely know where to begin when planning our next trip. If you love unique properties, high-end amenities and immersive experiences, be among the first to book one of these 10 properties opening this year:

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Kempinski Joins the Masses to Open New Properties in Cuba

Feb 9, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Cuba will soon have a new five-star hotel to boast about come summer. The Gran Hotel Kempinski Manzana La Habana will open inside the historic Manzana de Gómez building in the heart of Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

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5 Reasons to Visit Finland During its Centennial Celebration

Feb 3, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

This December, Finland will celebrate its 100th birthday, and as such, they’ll be commemorating the occasion with a number of festivals and events throughout the year. It’s also a destination that has been touted across the travel world as one of the best countries to visit in 2017, and we couldn’t agree more. The land of endless saunas, the Northern Lights, adorable husky rides and scenic landscapes, Finland has so much to discover no matter what season you visit. Here are seven reason to visit the Land of a Thousand Lakes:

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Amazing $10K+ Valentine's Day Packages to Spoil Your Loved One

Jan 27, 2017  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Each year, we round up some of the best over-the-top Valentine’s Day hotel packages from across the globe. With price tags of $10,000 and up, this year’s list had no shortage of elaborate offerings, and choosing only 10 proved to be difficult. But whether you want to surprise your darling with a trip to New York, hit the beaches of Anguilla or go snorkeling in Thailand, these offers have just about everything you’d need for the perfect V-Day. Starting from $10,000 and working our way up, here are the most extravagant packages to indulge in this lover’s holiday:

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