One of my favorite escapes in Bali. Claiming a breathtaking stretch of coastline on the Lombok Strait, Amankila resides on a lush hillside beneath sacred Mount Agung. Architect Ed Tuttle was inspired by Ujung Water Palace and the property’s graceful buildings are connected by frangipani-lined walkways through the treetops. Stilted suites rest high on the hillside with spectacular sea views, … Read More
Evoking village life between paddy and jungle in Bali’s cultural hub Designed after a traditional Balinese village, with sweeping views of the Ayung Valley’s jungled slopes, Amandari has integrated so sensitively into its hillside setting that it feels as though it has always been there. Free-standing guest suites with alang-alang roofs and interiors of coconut, teak and bamboo offer tranquil … Read More
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2025. 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. WALDORF ASTORIA NEW YORK Announced to reopen mid-2025 Reimagined from sidewalk to spire, Waldorf Astoria New York is set to reignite … Read More
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2026. 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. SVART (NORWAY) Announced to open 2024 2026 With booming demand for adventurous and eco-conscious travel, northern Norway is one of the … Read More
The Land of a Thousand Hills Rwanda is an undiscovered incredibly beautiful country with ever changing landscapes that offer outstanding flora and fauna and spectacular scenery. Misty, moody rainforest in the south gives rise to lushly forested volcanoes and bamboo in the north. Dugout canoes ply the tranquil waters of Lake Kivu in the west and undulating grass plains of … Read More
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2027. 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. RAFFLES TROJENA / NEOM Announced to open 2027 Raffles Hotels & Resorts and NEOM have unveiled plans to debut a new resort in Trojena, … Read More
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2028. 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. AMAN MALDIVES Announced to open 2028 Situated on a secluded private atoll at the easternmost tip of the island state, Aman … Read More
Getting to know Kyoto means getting crafty in the former capital of Japan. Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years, beginning in 794, when Emperor Kammu made the city the seat of his Imperial court and the center of Japan’s political world. This long and prestigious history led to the development of many of the refined arts … Read More
Relaxed and less crowded Crete is the largest island in Greece, and the fifth largest one in the Mediterranean Sea. Here, you can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. Crete is, after all, a small universe teeming with beauties and treasures … Read More
Get lost in nature in Utah home to five of the country’s most beautiful national parks. Utah is well known for its incredible scenic beauty and year round outdoor activities including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, boating, water skiing, horseback riding, camping, and rock climbing. AMANGIRI Canyon Point, southern Utah Size: 44 rooms and suites Style: Contemporary / Sophisticated Year Opened: 2009 … Read More
A list of my most anticipated New Hotel Openings or Renovations for 2024. 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. AMAN NAI LERT BANGKOK Announced to open 2024 2025 Amid the skyscrapers of central Bangkok, Thailand’s first urban Aman hotel and … Read More
The best swimmable beach in the Los Cabos region I am extremely happy the first of the Costa Palmas’ resorts is finally opening. It is a stunning stretch of beach with calm waters and white sandy beaches. A perfect beach and boating region. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Los Cabos at Costa Palmas brings one of the world’s most trusted … Read More
