The Beekman is quirky, eccentric and fun. And full of history. A theatre built on the site hosted the first performance of Hamlet in the USA back in 1761. Edgar Allen Poe published his paper The Broadway Journal from this…
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best bed: Sparkling Hill Resort & Spa, Vernon, Canada
A taste of true European style spa in one of the most beautiful parts of Canada. Sparkling Hill is the pet project of Gernot Langes-Swarovski… of crystal fame. This patriarch of the family fell in love with the beauty of…
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what is the most romantic place?
What makes a place a romantic? For me, it is the experience, sometimes shared, sometimes solo. Rwanda was one of the most romantic places I’ve ever visited; I went alone. 30 years ago, completely broke, John and I rented the…
best bed: 21c Museum Hotel Chicago, Chicago, USA
That rare hotel that has it all… well designed rooms, tons of art, central location and a bit of history all at a fabulous price! The first 21c Museum hotel was opening in 2006 by philanthropist, contemporary art collectors Laura…
chicago…seven things to do
Ah Chicago…. Chi-town, the second city and yes, windy, blowing right off lake Michigan. Where Route 66 begins and the twinkie was invented in 1930…though originally with a banana crème filling. It wasn’t until a banana shortage during WWII that…
best bed: Hermitage Bay Resort, Antigua, West Indies
Hidden within 140 acres of lush undeveloped land and tropical gardens, Hermitage Bay is the perfect private escape. Andy Thesen bought the property in 2003 with a dream. To create an eco-friendly lodge and preserve the luxuriant natural forest. Trees…
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