Amanjena • Marrakech
Amanjena (peaceful paradise) is situated just outside Morocco’s Unesco-protected city of Marrakech, set within an oasis of palm and olive trees adjacent to the lush fairways of the Amelkis Golf Course. Moorish heritage is reflected throughout the pisé-walled resort, including the 40 guest Pavilions and Maisons that radiate from an … Read More
Rosewood Amsterdam
Now accepting reservations. Opening in Spring of 2025. Photos coming soon. Housed in the former Palace of Justice within the UNESCO-designated Canal District, Rosewood Amsterdam offers 134 ultra-luxe rooms and suites overlooking the canals, city rooftops, or landscaped courtyards. Inviting public spaces are designed for guests to linger; peruse the … Read More
Aman Summer Palace • Beijing
One of the most serene and photogenic settings in Beijing, Aman Summer Palace is housed in graceful pavilions, some more than a century old, just steps from the East Gate of the Summer Palace. Accessible via a private entrance exclusively for Aman guests, this Unesco World Heritage Site was built … Read More
Aman Venice
Neo-Renaissance grandeur meets refined modern aesthetics at Aman Venice. You’ll feel as though you’re sleeping in a beautiful museum at this 16th-century palazzo – some of the 24 individually designed rooms and suites are covered in protected frescoes and reliefs, which are smartly complemented by contemporary furnishings and amenities. A … Read More
Destination: Malaysia
Street food and rain forest retreats… Malaysia offers the best of both worlds Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia, on the Malay peninsula, as well as on northern Borneo. The country is one of Asia’s new tiger economies, having seen great economic and human development during the last decades. … Read More
Destination: Laos
Culture, coastal beauty, and colonial style Vietnam is a dramatic mix of Old and New and has taken its rightful place as one of Asia’s most vibrant, romantic, and traditional destinations. Explore dramatic, fascinating history in cities like Hanoi and Saigon, and relax on the country’s beautiful beaches. Tourist Visa … Read More
Destination: Singapore
One of the Premiere Cities of the World Over the last 20 years, it feels like I go to Singapore every year or two. And with every visit I am impressed in how the city has changed. Always hot and muggy, but thank goodness it’s clean and very civilized. The … Read More
New Hotel Openings and Renovations for The Future
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for The Future (or date unknown). Most, but not all, are Resorts, many are Luxury or Boutique properties. Hopefully they will be bringing something new and unique to the world of hospitality. MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MIAMI Announced to reopen 2030 … Read More
Destination: Cairo
Gateway to the Pyramids and beyond On the Nile river, Cairo is famous for its own history, preserved in the fabulous medieval Islamic city and Coptic sites in Old Cairo — with historic Cairo inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Egyptian Museum in the city centre is a … Read More
Destination: Egypt
From ancient tombs to the Nile River Egypt has fascinated writers, artists, filmmakers, and architects for centuries. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: U.S. citizens can obtain a renewable single-entry 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for a 25 USD fee. ► US Department of State Egypt Information ► … Read More
Condor Airlines
Condor Flugdienst is the low(ish) cost competitor of Lufthansa, with it’s main hub based at FRA Frankfurt. Condor’s main goal is economical travel for vacation goers while maintaining a very high level of standards, so it cannot be referred to as a low-cost carrier (LCC). It’s current relationship with Lufthansa, … Read More
Destination: Latvia
Europe’s hidden culinary gem Sandwiched between Estonia and Lithuania, Latvia is one of the oldest living civilizations in existence. History-minded travelers can delve into the multifaceted background of the nation, which has been variously occupied by Poland, Imperial Russia, Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia. Today, an enthusiastic member of “New … Read More