Edward Hopper, Hotel Room, 1931 A hotel room can be a very lonely place if the interior design, including the furniture, fixtures, walls/floor coverings, and window treatments are less than wonderful. All too frequently it is depressing to check-in to a hotel, pass through the registration process, scan the keycard to open to the door, […]
NYC Winter Show: A treasure trove for hotel interior designers
If you love beautiful things like jewelry, sculpture, lamps, art and antiques, there is no better place to get your “fix” of fabulous furnishings and jewels than at the annual Winter Show at New York’s Park Avenue Armory – now celebrating its 65th anniversary. The event is directed by Helen Allen. The program is supported […]
Unique hotels lead to successful guest experiences
The contemporary traveler sees a hotel more than just a place to sleep and take a shower. The hotel has become part of the travel experience and sometimes an important part of a traveler’s escapade. Hotel owners/managers and interior designers who understand the new role of the hotel (including rooms, public spaces, dining options, recreational […]
Gaming, Golf, Grapes, Groups, Dining, Diversions and Culture @ Pechanga
Original Land Owners The Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians has inhabited the Temecula Valley, CA since the beginning of time. Even though they were “here first,” they had to wait until 18820 to be officially recognized as a sovereign, land-based organization, by an Executive Order from the President of the USA. The organization is committed […]
Seoul, Korea: Top Ten “FABs” and Select Hotels
It is not hard to understand why tourist arrivals in South Korea decreased to 1,233,640 in March from 1,252,080 in February of 2017. The downturn reflects a low-key marketing campaign – NOT the destination! Endorsed Destination Korea tourism offices from the UK to the USA are geared to providing brochures and maps… but little else. […]
Seoul, Korea: Top Ten “FABs” and select hotels
It is not hard to understand why tourist arrivals in South Korea decreased to 1,233,640 in March from 1,252,080 in February of 2017. The downturn reflects a low-key marketing campaign – NOT the destination! Endorsed Destination Korea tourism offices from the UK to the USA are geared to providing brochures and maps… but little else. […]
From Dull to Dramatic: Hotels as Museums
Hotel guests no longer want same-same in their hotel suites. Business and leisure travelers seek a memorable experience and this assertiveness extends to their hotel accommodations. Some boutique hotel suites have started to reflect this trend, while others look at the price of furnishings and fixtures (think mink coats and large diamond rings) and default […]
Budget Travelers: Rejoice!
Boutique Hotels: From Boring to Sensational
Despite a relative slowdown in the global economy, boutique hotels appear to be outperforming competing corporate chains. New investors as well as established hotel operators are stepping into this space. Changes in the habits and interests of the traveler suggest that consumers are becoming more aware of design, expect a higher level of service and are […]
Hotels in Istanbul and Cappadocia: Blending Europe with the East
Istanbul Luxury and 4-star hotels in Istanbul had their beginning in the second half of the 19th century (1889) when the Orient Express extended its non-stop service from Paris to Istanbul. As a result, this city became an important tourism destination and, in 1892 local investors, in partnership with the Wagons-Lits company opened the Beyogul […]