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Discover the Historic Glamour at Hotel Boulderado, Colorado

Luxury Hotels, Stay, Unique Excursions and Tours By Hera October 9, 2020 Tags: Boulder, Hotel Boulderado, luxury hotels, Pearl Street, Spruce Restaurant, Stained Glass 18 Comments

Step back in time to the historic glamour of Hotel Boulderado, a national landmark in Boulder, Colorado. It feels like a time warp into Victorian history but with a modern twist—a truly unique experience. Today we’ll discover some piquant stories, the location, and the highlights that make Hotel Boulderado fabulous. It was the first and still preferred luxury hotel in…

Awake to the Golden Mountains at Table Mountain Inn, Colorado

Luxury Hotels, Stay By Hera October 1, 2020 31 Comments

What is it about the mountains that feel so peaceful to awaken to? For some, it may represent strength and stability. To others, it could mean success or the peak of spirituality. No matter its meaning to you, when you visit Golden, Colorado, you may wonder, “why have I not been here before?” At least that was my initial thought…

Vancouver’s Pre- and -Post Cruise Itinerary

Luxury Hotels, Stay, Unique Excursions and Tours By Hera May 14, 2020 18 Comments

Are you deciding whether to extend your cruise vacation by a day or two in Vancouver BC? Let me make it easy for you, the answer is yes! Extending your itinerary beyond the cruise is a fabulous way to enhance your travel experience. Vancouver BC is a major port for Alaskan cruises and most cruise lines embark and disembark at…

Stay in The Heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in St. Lucia. Featuring Viceroy Sugar Beach Resort

Destinations, Luxury Hotels, Stay, Tropical Paradise By Hera March 5, 2020 Tags: Caribbean, St. Lucia, UNESCO, Viceroy Sugar Beach 28 Comments

There are many islands in the Caribbean, but only a rare few are consistently in the ultimate list of destinations. St. Lucia is one of those unique islands located in the West Indies part of the Caribbean. It’s well known for it’s iconic Pitons, the striking volcanic peaks duo that is a natural wonder. The Pitons are a UNESCO World…

The 5 Iconic Things To Do In Vegas!

Do, Eat, Luxury Hotels, Stay, Unique Excursions and Tours By Hera February 6, 2020 Tags: Bellagio, Cirque du Soleil, Gordon Ramsay, Guy Savoy, High Roller, The Strip, Vegas 25 Comments

Vegas Baby! The adult playground of America only gets better. With new money pouring in from professional sports and celebrity icons, the Sin City is trying to make over it’s tawdry image to welcome a more “family friendly” atmosphere. This doesn’t mean it’s giving up the scantily shows and wild night life scene, but it does offer so much more…

La Vague d’Or Michelin Restaurant in Saint-Tropez at Cheval Blanc Hotel

Destinations, Europe, Luxury Hotels, Michelin Dining, Stay By Hera January 16, 2020 Tags: Cheval Blanc, French Riviera, michelin, St. Tropez 25 Comments

Think Louis Vuitton only makes handbags? The iconic fashion designer has expanded into ultra luxury resorts and hotels! Saint- Tropez, France is one of the most luxurious places in the French Riviera and all of France. The fabulous Pampelonne Beach filmed in a 1950’s movie with actress Brigitte Bardot grabbed the world by attention. It’s since then been a celebrity…

The Bristol Palace Hotel and Pesto Pasta Cooking Class in Genova, Italy

Destinations, Do, Europe, Luxury Hotels, Stay, Unique Excursions and Tours By Hera December 12, 2019 17 Comments

Is it Genoa or Genova? Either is correct, but in Italian it’s Genova. Genoa is it’s English translation. If you ever visit Genova, Italy, you don’t want to miss a stay at the iconic Bristol Palace Hotel and taking a local pesto cooking course. During our Summer’18 trip to the French and Italian Rivieras, we decided to visit Genova, Italy….

How Passion Leads Brewery Gulch Inn to be Top Destination in Mendocino, CA.

Destinations, Luxury Hotels, Stay By Hera November 7, 2019 Tags: Big River Beach, Brewery Gulch Inn, Dew Drop Wellness, Luxury Hotel, Mendocino, Mendocino Headlands State Park, NorCal, Sacramento, San Francisco, Skunk Train 19 Comments

It took us only moments to see why Mendocino’s Brewery Gulch Inn blinged in recognition as a top destination to stay. If the immediate views didn’t astonish you, perhaps the reception area full of Four Star Diamond Awards will. According to Travel & Leisure, it was named as one of the top 100 hotels in the world, Top 10 in…

How 5 Generations of Service Impacts the Community and Your Stay at Little River Inn, Mendocino, CA

Destinations, Do, Lifestyle, Stay By Hera October 31, 2019 Tags: Little River Inn, Little River Inn Restaurant, Luxury Hotel, Mendocino, Napa, Northern California, Redwoods, Sacramento, San Francisco 19 Comments

We were blown away by the quaint little town of Mendocino that sits on what seems to be “the edge of the world.” The three and half hour Fall season drive North from San Francisco was one of beauty and tragedy. We would like to personally thank Cally Dym and Little River Inn for their partnership and hosting our wonderful…

The Spaltenna Castle Resort and Il Pievano Michelin Restaurant in Chianti, Italy

Destinations, Eat, Luxury Hotels, Michelin Dining, Stay By Hera October 6, 2019 Tags: Chianti, Italy, luxury hotels, michelin, Spa Resort, Spaltenna, Tuscany 30 Comments

Some places are so unforgettable, you still dream about it well after your departure. The Castello di Spaltenna Resort (Spaltenna Castle) and its Il Pievano Michelin restaurant in Chianti, Italy is just that kind of love affair. From the day we arrived to this storybook resort in the charming town of Gaiole, we did not want to leave. We stayed…

Quick Visit to New York City? Save Valuable Time With These 3 Must Have’s. Featuring Langham Hotels

Destinations, Lifestyle, Luxury Hotels, Stay By Hera August 30, 2019 Tags: arcopedico, chester travels, Langham NYC Hotel, New York city 32 Comments

Time is the most precious commodity anyone can have. Most argue it’s more valuable than money. You can always make more money but you cannot make more time. Once it’s spent, it’s gone. Which is why I wanted to post some time saving tips to help you make more memories and not time sucking problems. Quick getaways are a perfect…

Idyllic Retreat to the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake, CA

Destinations, Do, Lifestyle, Luxury Hotels, Stay By Hera August 7, 2019 Tags: four seasons, Four Seasons Hotel Westlake, Hike, Malibu, Point Dume, Retreat, Ronald Reagan Library, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks 24 Comments

Love the beach and mountains together? How about beach, mountains, and vineyards perfectly harmonized around you? Escape to a place where personal retreats are not only a vacation but a lifestyle. The Four Seasons Hotel Westlake’s location is an idyllic retreat where you can experience all 3 elements. Situated right in between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, the hotel is…

7 Super Cool Things To Do in Memphis

Destinations, Do, Eat, Stay, Unique Excursions and Tours By Hera July 23, 2019 Tags: beale street, Elvis Presley, Graceland, Memphis, pyramid, sun studio, the beauty shop, woodruff fontaine 21 Comments

“Memphis? Why would I go to Memphis?” were my first thoughts when hubby asked me to go for the weekend. Not expecting much, it ended up being a super cool and funky weekend beyond our expectations. If you ever find yourself in Nashville, it’s worth a trip to Memphis as it has a totally different vibe. Nashville is great for…

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