Escape by the Sea at Gurney’s Newport

By Melissa Sorge Gurney’s Resort in Newport has earned its keep in the small state of Rhode Island. Anyone who has ventured over the iconic Claiborne Pell Bridge (or the Newport Bridge, for short), understands why Newport, Rhode Island attracts over a million tourists each year. Setting itself apart from other towns of surf and…

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Zallinger: High Altitude Hospitality

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Tucked on the Seiser Alm plateau alongside the Italian Dolomites and roughly a mile and a half in the sky lies the newly-reinvigorated Zallinger refuge—a luxurious, log cabin-inspired escape that supplies all the hallmarks of an idyllic, mountain vacation. The Zallinger was originally constructed in the mid-19th century, after Bolzano-native Karl von Zallinger-Stillendorf purchased the…

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Holiday 2019 Hotel ReVUE

Mirror Lake Inn Lake Placid, New York When autumn comes around, I never miss an opportunity to head Upstate. This year, I set my sights on Mirror Lake Inn in Lake Placid, NY. The history of this four-star hotel dates all the way back to 1924, when its original estate attracted upper class clientele from…

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Coming of Age — The MC Hotel

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—In the heart of Downtown Montclair, The MC Hotel is a demonstration of the city’s cultural growth and developed community. It’s been nearly a decade since I graduated from Montclair State University and ever since, I’ve watched in awe of how the township has grown. Downtown is thriving. Spaces and lots that once collected dust…

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The MC Hotel Opens in Montclair

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The MC Hotel Opens in Montclair It’s been almost a decade since I graduated from Montclair State University but every year since then, I’ve watched in awe of how the town has grown. Every time a new business opens up, it’s almost as if the city is adding another piece to its complex puzzle. For…

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The Hotel ReVUE

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The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove Miami, FL If you are looking for a sunny Miami escape away from the fast-paced Dade County lifestyle, a trip to the city’s laidback Coconut Grove neighborhood is sure to hit the spot. Set amidst the Grove’s charming boutiques and lush tropical canopy, The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove offers a more refined…

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