The Homestead – Hot Springs, Virginia: Luxury in the Allegheny Mountains

  As one of the country’s oldest luxury resorts, The Homestead has kept up with the times while still retaining its tradition of Southern hospitality. Established in 1766, with ... Continue Reading →

Cheetah Outreach – Cape Town, South Africa

One of the most impressive and humbling parts of our recent trip to Cape Town was visiting Cheetah Outreach, located about 25 minutes from the city. In January 1997, founder Annie Beckhelling ... Continue Reading →
Everything is Bigger in Texas

Austin Goes Digital: Kimber Modern + car2go = A Visitor’s Discovery

There are two very attractive innovations in Austin that make visiting this capitol city a pleasure. The Kimber Modern is a sleek new hotel, tucked into a leafy neighborhood just off ... Continue Reading →

FatCat PowerBar – Technology Review

I have been road-testing this cool device for the last several weeks, and I expect folks in the path of Sandy wish they had one on hand. Designed especially for travel, this slim unit ... Continue Reading →

Hidden Gem Series: The Resort at Glade Springs

Regardless of your perception of West Virginia, I can sadly guarantee that it does not include the gracious splendor of the Resort at Glade Springs. Folks travelling the dramatic Blue ... Continue Reading →
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Pelican Hill – Andrea Restaurant and the Villas

Pelican Hill – Andrea Restaurant and the Villas As various resorts jockey for the myriad ‘best of’ lists, Pelican Hill quietly reaches the top of various rankings. A prestigious ... Continue Reading →
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Pelican Hill – Italian Perfection in OC

Pelican Hill Italian Perfection in OC In travels around the world, it is evident that the most commonly used design for resorts is Italian, specifically Tuscan. Any image conjured of ... Continue Reading →
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Staycation – An Island You Can Drive To

Staycation – An Island You Can Drive To In the center of a nice enough office park in Newport Beach is an impressive oasis.  The Island Hotel is a luxurious respite from the ... Continue Reading →