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Month: June 2011

  • Have You Made Time for Europe?

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    Greg Guiteras
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    With so much attention being paid to adventurous summer getaways and island resorts, it becomes fairly easy to forget a first love: in this case, Europe. Drenched in history, with convenient transportation and many luxury hotels, Europe provides what other destinations simply can’t – a gorgeous experience with all the convenience you could need, plus…

  • Stunning Suites and Villas Around the World

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    Greg Guiteras
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    There are getaways, and there are getaways. These hotel suites and villas around the world aren’t just luxury destinations, but luxury experiences for travelers in-the-know. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite hotels and suites of the week to show you what we’ve been browsing. Just when you thought you knew where you wanted to…

  • Your Island Guide

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    Greg Guiteras
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    We all dream of heading to a near-private island someday, perhaps with a drink in hand, and letting the stress melt away. Unlike some countries in the world, we’re lucky enough to have island resort options quite close to our home base. If you don’t know where to stay, but you know that you want…

  • Secret Roads in Rome

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    Greg Guiteras
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    If you’ve traveled to Rome before, you probably noticed that it’s difficult to take in much at first pass. The streets are bustling, ruins are hidden (and yet in plain sight when you’re not looking for them), and there’s so much to do. Travel expert Abigail Hole took to the streets in Rome to highlight…

  • The Best of WhataHotel.com, Part II

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    Greg Guiteras
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    We’ve got enough recommendations to keep you busy for a while, so it seems like the perfect time to introduce the second part of our luxury hotel list. It’s not easy to decide where to go when you have a world map in front of you — and a lot of options at WhataHotel.com —…

  • The Best Holes in Golf

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    Greg Guiteras
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    You might be an enthusiastic leisure golfer, but do you keep track of the best holes on each course you visit? The good news is that the pros have created a run-down of the best options for you, all around the world. The tough part is picking out which resort you’ll book when you do…

  • The Best of 2011: WhataHotel.com's Top Recommendations

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    Greg Guiteras
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    Everybody needs a round-up sometimes, and today’s that day here at WhataHotel.com. We paged through some of the best articles in the first half of 2011 to show you what you missed — these are our top hotel recommendations so far. Feature I The Hottest Vacation Spots We take a look at island vacations, from…

  • Far-flung Vacation Destinations

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    Greg Guiteras
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    Stumped on where to go for your next vacation? Here are some suggestions if you are interested in a far-flung destination with luxury hotels & resorts.For a Middle East treat, try Lebanon.Four Seasons Hotel BeirutThe Mediterranean provides the perfect setting for a mysterious vacation in another corner of the world. A 360-degree view of Beirut…

  • Catching the Best Waves Near Bali

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    Greg Guiteras
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    Are you interested in surfing? Even if you’ve never grabbed a longboard before, it’s better to invest in a spot that will provide the right environment for a proper lesson. Big waves, rocky surf, and wide-open beaches are all part of the surfing experience, and they are part of a top hotel visit, too —…

  • St. Petersburg's White Nights

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    Greg Guiteras
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    St. Petersburg’s beauty hasn’t been waxed about as often as Venice’s intrigue or Paris’s romantic side, but that doesn’t mean it’s not alluring. And in summer? Even more so. A jewel in Eastern Europe and one that’s rough-cut in comparison to its companions in the west, the city captured NYT travel writers this summer, who…