Feb 9th, 2012 at 12:00PM: While drinking a 2002 Dom Pérignon, have you ever thought to yourself, "Damn, this stuff is so good, I should take a bath in it!" Well, you're not the only one with such luxurious fantasies. Starting Valentine's Day and running through the next year, the Cadogan Hotel in London will be offering a menu of champagne baths to guests who want to try out the ultimate bubbly bath.
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London hotel offers champagne baths
Feb 9th, 2012 at 12:00PM: While drinking a 2002 Dom Pérignon, have you ever thought to yourself, "Damn, this stuff is so good, I should take a bath in it!" Well, you're not the only one with such luxurious fantasies. Starting Valentine's Day and running through the next year, the Cadogan Hotel in London will be offering a menu of champagne baths to guests who want to try out the ultimate bubbly bath.
What's your ...Daily Secret offers insider intel for Istanbul, Athens, Shanghai and more
Jan 7th, 2012 at 12:00PM: Last month, I went to a designer-clothing pop-up sale in the back of a restaurant, scored an invite to an exclusive party with Champagne and gourmet truffles, and got the manager's private phone number of a hot new nightlife spot. I'm not famous or especially well-connected, I'm just a subscriber to DailySecret.com. Daily Secret is website and email newsletter that delivers insider intel for ...Luxury Vacation Guide 2012: Mexico
Jan 3rd, 2012 at 10:00AM:
US tourists have largely avoided Mexico in recent years due to increasing violence, but those looking for a deeply discounted luxury getaway can turn to areas like Riviera Maya and Los Cabos for safe yet affordable havens.
Want to visit? 2012 might be your year. With the economy still teetering on the brink and more tourists turning away from the country due to reports of violence, those ...After Black Friday, Hotel reminds shoppers of true holiday spirit
Nov 26th, 2011 at 10:00AM: After Black Friday, shoppers need a quiet escape that will remind them of the true meaning of the holidays. In that spirit, the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove in Miami invites us to stop by and enjoy some of the best holiday movie classics.
Sipping Hot Toddies and enjoying seasonal favorites, the public is invited to rekindle childhood memories with family and friends at an evening under the stars ...Top 8 attractions in Vail, Colorado for 2011/2012
May 16th, 2011 at 2:00PM:
Measured at approximately 5,289 acres, the Vail Ski Resort is the largest single mountain ski resort in the United States and the second largest resort in all of North America (next to Whistler Blackcomb). With a rich history and lively village surrounding the base of the resort, it's a destination that has plenty to offer both avid skiers & relaxation seekers.
As the 2010/2011 ski ...GadlingTV's Travel Talk - Thailand Part 12: Going Home
Apr 11th, 2011 at 6:00PM:
Gadling TV's Travel Talk, episode 42 – Click above to watch video after the jump
After riding elephants, eating scorpions, walking through Hellfire Pass, visiting the famous bridge at the River Kwai, and seeing a Red Shirt movement up close - it's finally time to say goodbye to Thailand and wrap up the biggest adventure Travel Talk has had.
Our last day was a blur of packing, ...At one year old, the Trump SoHo is still rockin
Apr 8th, 2011 at 6:00PM: It pains us to see one of the best properties in the world not profiled in the Gadling database, so taking advantage of a recent assignment with The Trunk Club and a planned team happy hour we stopped in to take a look.
The Trump Soho is just finishing up it's first year of operation in the posh corner of Manhattan known as SoHo. It's a great part of town, were 9 out of 10 tourists head like ...Ireland's Powerscourt Estate: beauty, luxury, and a Ritz-Carlton just an hour from Dublin
Feb 23rd, 2011 at 12:00PM:
Myself, like many Americans, fantasize about visiting Ireland. We've all seen the calendars scattered throughout malls and bookstores -- cover to cover spreads of lush, green flora, craggy hills and the occasional Leprechaun. We all think we know what Irish music is thanks to the soundtrack of Boondock Saints. And the seasoned travelers in attendance know that DUB is one of the, if not the, ...The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto opens its doors, streams it all live on Facebook
Feb 16th, 2011 at 8:30AM:
It's been a long, long road for The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. If you'll recall, we actually were led to believe that it would open its doors in the fall of last year, but after a few setbacks and delays, the day has finally come for the elusive property to welcome its first guests. No longer will Ritz-Carlton execs have to answer questions related to the infiltration into Canada, as this new ...Paradores: the historic luxury hotels of Spain
Jan 13th, 2011 at 1:30PM:
Spain is known for its rich history, fine art, and excellent cuisine. By staying at a government-owned Parador, you can get all three right in your hotel.
Just look at this shot by Michael Stallbaum . This castle in Zafra, Extremadura, dates to 1437 and was once home to a duke. It's the sort of place where you'd expect to pay a few euros, get your ticket stamped, and line up for the guided ...Daily Pampering: Private helicopter rides add romance to luxury travel for Valentine's Day
Dec 28th, 2010 at 4:00PM: Now that Christmas is over and New Year's Eve plans have been laid, it's time to start thinking about the next big event: Valentine's Day. Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa is getting a head start on the planning this season by offering an over-the-top luxury travel getaway package, starting with a personal helicopter ride to the resort.
The Sky's the Limit Valentine's Day Package includes ...Daily Pampering: Celebrate the holidays on the shores of Lake Geneva
Nov 25th, 2010 at 4:00PM: The holidays can be a stressful time. To ease the stress La Réserve Genève is offering a special menu of spa treatments for the holiday season from December 1-January 15. And after a day at the spa, celebrate with Christmas Eve dinner or the New Year's Eve fete, which turns into a DJ-fueled dance party at midnight.
For the spa aficionado, La Réserve Genève is ...Daily Pampering: Escape to White Elephant Loft in Nantucket from $6,000
Nov 18th, 2010 at 4:00PM: The holidays are a stressful time. Whether you're cooking a feast for the family or the only adult stuck at the kids table, the holidays are nothing if not memorable. And every year, you say you're not going to do again... and every year, you do... But this year, why not try something different?
Cook the bird, make the stuffing, crush the cranberries and then get out of town! This daily ...Rent an African villa for an exclusive safari experience
Nov 18th, 2010 at 8:30AM: Renting a private villa, isn't a new concept for travelers. In fact, many have been doing it for years in a variety of countries throughout Europe. But now, Kensington Tours is bringing the same concept to southern Africa, delivering a unique take on the experience by offering up luxury villas and safari houses for their clients.
According to Kensington travel expert Brad Crockett, a number of ...Daily Pampering: Luxury travel shopping experience in Milan
Nov 16th, 2010 at 4:00PM: What do you get for the fashionista who has everything? A luxury travel trip to Milan to explore high-end boutiques along Via Montenapoleone and attend two exclusive trunk shows with industry leaders Valentino, Stella McCartney, Dior, and more.
The luxury travel package, worth more than $13,000, is offered by Pure Entertainment Group and includes everything from a suite at The Four Season Hotel ...Daily Pampering: The most expensive suite in Latin America
Nov 12th, 2010 at 4:00PM: What does $9,500 a night buy you? The F Suite at Faena Hotel + Universe - the most expensive suite in Latin America.
This Buenos Aires suite reflects the interior design of a collaboration between Philippe Starck and Alan Faena, and incorporates Imperial-style furniture, red velvet curtains, lapacho wood and arabasceto marble. Traditional Argentine themes and patterns can be found throughout ...Daily Pampering: The Peninsula Beverly Hills partners with Tory Burch
Nov 1st, 2010 at 4:00PM: What's better than a luxury hotel room and a shopping spree? We can't really think of anything, actually, which is why today's Daily Pampering excites us to no end!
The Peninsula Beverly Hills has partnered with iconic American fashion designer Tory Burch to offer the "The Peninsula Girls Getaway with Tory Burch." This luxury lifestyle experience provides a perfect way for ladies to share time ...Daily Pampering: New "Presidential Bungalows" at The Beverly Hills Hotel
Oct 29th, 2010 at 4:00PM: What's it like to stay in presidential style? The Beverly Hills Hotel is unveiling two new ultra-luxe, residential-style "Presidential Bungalows," to give visitors a glimpse of the really good life.
Tucked among 12 landscaped acres of banana leaves, palm trees and perfectly manicured gardens, the new Presidential Bungalows will be the largest, most prestigious suites in Los Angeles with more ...Hotels and spas use corporate retreats for sweet financial revenge
Oct 21st, 2010 at 4:30PM: It's hard to tell who wants a business travel rebound: business travelers or the hospitality companies that cater to them. Routine road warrior jaunts suck, but there are executive retreats, training programs and other opportunities that do appeal even to the most jaded of the white collar folks.
So, the hotels are fighting to get business travelers back, according to Business Insider, and ...Get 178 Mandarin Oriental Tokyo rooms, keep the neighbors away
Oct 14th, 2010 at 1:00PM: There's nothing worse than being in a hotel room that's filled with the sounds of your neighbors. It has to get pretty bad outside your door for some out-of-control moron to be loud on your side of it, but let's face the reality: some hotel neighbors are awful. You can solve this problem easily, as long as you have close to three quarters of a million dollars on hand per single night of bliss.
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