Places

12/06/2026

The museum hotel and the exhibition stay: when cultural programming becomes the reason to book

How museum hotels turn art, heritage and programming into the main reason to book, with 21c Museum Hotels and Loews Regency as benchmarks for a cultural stay.

Peak summer 2026: the hotel stays worth holding out for in July and August

Market Insights

12/06/2026

Peak summer 2026: the hotel stays worth holding out for in July and August

A Condé Nast–style guide to peak summer 2026 hotel stays, showing couples which July–August luxury bookings, perks and destinations are genuinely worth the premium.

How to choose the right downtown hotel near you for a refined city stay

26/05/2026

How to choose the right downtown hotel near you for a refined city stay

Learn how to choose refined downtown hotels near you, from room types and amenities to pricing, family stays, and business travel tips, with examples from central Chicago.

How to choose a cheap hotel with an indoor pool near you in Garland, TX

23/05/2026

How to choose a cheap hotel with an indoor pool near you in Garland, TX

Compare three cheap hotels with indoor pools in Garland, TX—Holiday Inn, La Quinta, and Super 8—plus real-world pricing benchmarks, family tips, and booking checks to make sure the pool is actually open when you arrive.

How to choose the right capsule hotel near you for a smart urban stay

22/05/2026

How to choose the right capsule hotel near you for a smart urban stay

Discover how capsule hotels in Washington, D.C. and Newark offer compact cabins, central locations, and budget-friendly prices for short urban stays, with tips on reviews, comfort, and what to expect before you book.

Four Seasons Mykonos opens June 26 on Kalo Livadi Bay: first look at the Cycladic resort

25/05/2026

Four Seasons Mykonos opens June 26 on Kalo Livadi Bay: first look at the Cycladic resort

Preview the upcoming Four Seasons Mykonos at Kalo Livadi Bay, from Cycladic design and private beach access to spa facilities, dining, sustainability focus and booking strategy for couples and luxury travelers.

Elegant city escapes: the best hotels with pools near you for a refined urban stay

20/05/2026

Elegant city escapes: the best hotels with pools near you for a refined urban stay

Learn how to choose the best hotels with pools near you in Chicago, New York City, and Brooklyn, with real examples, neighborhood tips, and a practical checklist for pool hours, access rules, and cleanliness.

How to choose the best avid hotels near you for a reliable, restful stay

19/05/2026

How to choose the best avid hotels near you for a reliable, restful stay

Learn what to expect from avid hotels near you, including room design, breakfast, parking, accessibility, pet policies, and how to book nearby Avid by IHG properties with confidence.

Zannier Île de Bendor: the private French island where Dalí once stayed is now a 93-key retreat

20/05/2026

Zannier Île de Bendor: the private French island where Dalí once stayed is now a 93-key retreat

Zannier Île de Bendor, a new 93-room private island hotel in France, opens 1 May 2026 off Bandol with a seven-minute boat transfer, Riviera-inspired design, eight dining concepts and a serious wellness focus.

How to choose the best Western hotel near you for a refined stay

13/05/2026

How to choose the best Western hotel near you for a refined stay

Learn how to choose the best Best Western hotel near you, compare rates and member offers, understand Best Western Rewards points, and pick the right room, view, and amenities for your trip.

Summer openings to book now: the 2026 coastal debuts worth a June calendar hold

Industry News

15/05/2026

Summer openings to book now: the 2026 coastal debuts worth a June calendar hold

Planning a romantic escape around the summer hotel openings 2026? Discover how to choose new resorts on the French Riviera, Greek islands, North America and beyond, with insider booking tips, opening week risks and rewards, and practical advice for couples.

Hotels that put you in the neighborhood: walking-first stays for 2026 solo trips

14/05/2026

Hotels that put you in the neighborhood: walking-first stays for 2026 solo trips

Learn how to choose a truly walkable luxury hotel for solo travel, using a five minute walk test, neighbourhood clues, map checks and room details to find central, pedestrian-friendly places to stay in cities like Barcelona, New York and Paris.

Design hotels with conviction: the properties rejecting the beige 2026 playbook

Design Trends

08/05/2026

Design hotels with conviction: the properties rejecting the beige 2026 playbook

Learn how to choose a design‑led hotel near you, from reading photos and reviews to decoding materials, colour and regional character, with real examples and data from STR and Design Hotels™.

Privacy as the new five-star: the hotels designing for silence, not visibility

Design Trends

07/05/2026

Privacy as the new five-star: the hotels designing for silence, not visibility

Discover why Provo, Utah is one of the best quiet luxury destinations in the United States, with private hotels, villa-style suites, lake and mountain access, and easy escapes from Salt Lake City and Sundance Resort.

Luura Cliff on Paros: the adults-only Aegean hideaway worth skipping Santorini for

29/04/2026

Luura Cliff on Paros: the adults-only Aegean hideaway worth skipping Santorini for

Discover adults-only hotels in Paros, from Calme Boutique and Mythic Paros to new cliffside retreats like Luura Cliff. Compare suites, privacy levels, sample rates and transfer times to plan a discreet couples’ stay on this Cycladic island.

Luxury hotels near me in 2026: how to read a property before you book

24/04/2026

Luxury hotels near me in 2026: how to read a property before you book

Learn how to read “luxury hotels near me” search results like an insider, from staff-to-room ratios and room layouts to pools, spas, resort fees and dynamic pricing in key California cities.

Inside COMO Le Beauvallon: what the new Saint-Tropez opening actually delivers

20/04/2026

Inside COMO Le Beauvallon: what the new Saint-Tropez opening actually delivers

Considering a luxury hotel near Saint-Tropez? Compare Gulf-side estates like COMO Le Beauvallon with icons such as Cheval Blanc, Lou Pinet and Château Messardière, plus practical booking tips for couples.

Airelles Palladio Venezia review: the Giudecca opening rewriting luxury in Venice

21/04/2026

Airelles Palladio Venezia review: the Giudecca opening rewriting luxury in Venice

Discover Hotel Giudecca Venezia, a 23-room three-star hotel on Giudecca island with private dock, canal views, buffet breakfast, pet-friendly policies and easy boat access to San Marco in Venice, Italy.

Elegant guide to the best hotels with a kitchenette near you

Industry News

08/04/2026

Elegant guide to the best hotels with a kitchenette near you

Elegant, practical guide to choosing hotels with a kitchenette near you, covering key features, locations, extended stays, and value for families and workers.

Elegant pet friendly hotels near you for a relaxed family stay

Technology Innovations