North America

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in north America, independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

ENCHANTMENT RESORT SEDONA. Experience a stunning desert retreat

09/06/2016 by .

Nisbet Plantation Beach Club

14/05/2016 by .
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The luxurious Nisbet Plantation Beach Club on Nevis’s north east coast has come a long way since Fanny Nisbet lived here.  Indeed, I’m sure Britain’s naval hero Lord Nelson must have been quite taken with it each time he came to visit while he was wooing Fanny before marrying her under a giant silk tree on the island. Mind you, as most of the Nisbet team have been here for so long, it wouldn’t surprise me if they were on first name terms with the famous old Admiral.

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Sonora Resort in British Columbia. Stunning wilderness luxury retreat.

02/12/2015 by .

The Little Nell

18/08/2015 by .
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The note from the Little Nell concierge is pretty clear in its intent, “Nick Barb is waiting for you in the cellar.” I quickly make a mental checklist of anyone I might have upset during my stay in Aspen and, relieved Nick is not a name that immediately jumps out, I take the stairs.

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Ingleside Inn

10/08/2015 by .
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Clouds of star dust hover over the deliciously eccentric Ingleside Inn in Palm Springs, one of the most authentic boutique hotels on the planet that dates back to the Golden days of Hollywood. Chilling out on the swing veranda seat, exploring grounds whose romantic villas hide behind lush vegetation or lounging at the secluded poolside you are more of a cherished private house guest than a hotel customer.

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Stein Eriksen Lodge. Deer Valley

15/04/2015 by .
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It seems I was in fine company with Stein Eriksen, Norway’s legendary Olympic gold medal ski champion. Not only was I staying at the aptly named and suitably luxurious  Stein Eriksen Lodge, but the man himself was still hands on as the grand fromage of Deer Valley’s skiing operation.

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Virgin Hotels digital personal assistant

13/02/2015 by .
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The new chain of lifestyle hotels launched by Virgin has begun life with the opening of its first property in Chicago.with Nashville following in 2016 and New York in 2017. Promising a whole new way of providing hospitality, Virgin Hotels has also embraced the latest technology to enhance guest experiences by introducing Lucy, the Virgin Hotels digital assistant.

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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

19/09/2014 by .

Alma de Sedona Inn. A perfect Sedona retreat.

22/07/2014 by .
The Alma de Sedona Inn is tucked away in a very secluded neighbourhood of Sedona, and this exquisite privately owned bed and breakfast inn offers up quite a few unexpected surprises.

The Alma de Sedona Inn is tucked away in a very secluded neighbourhood of Sedona, and this exquisite privately owned bed and breakfast inn offers up quite a few unexpected surprises.

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Ian Fleming Goldeneye Villa For Hire

28/05/2014 by .
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Just in time for Ian Fleming’s birthday, his once private Caribbean villa Goldeneye  is now open as  a private full serviced villa with private pool, chef and staff.  The Ian Fleming Goldeneye Villa is part of the Goldeneye Resort in Jamiaca.

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