Four Seasons New York Downtown Residences

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Four Seasons New York Downtown Residences

Four Seasons New York Downtown Residences
The Four Seasons name is already associated with luxury hotel accommodations at some of the world’s most desired destinations. Now you can enjoy that same luxury with classic Four Seasons service at the Four Seasons New York Downtown Residences in Tribeca. For travelers weighing brands, see our Aman vs Four Seasons comparison.

These exquisite residences are located in a beautiful downtown building masterfully designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects and developed by Silverstein Properties. The building is home to 157 luxury units with incredible, sweeping views of Central Park, all of Manhattan, and beyond. Each residential unit has been tastefully designed with the discriminating owner in mind. Each one offers full-length windows, stunningly high ceilings, plenty of open space, and abundant natural sunlight that makes every space so warm and inviting.

Four Seasons provides a range of services and lifestyle amenities that make ownership uniquely special. Residents enjoy spa and salon facilities, grocery and floral provisions, and in-residence dining that brings the finest restaurants in New York to the dining room table. As for the building itself, amenities include a beautiful indoor swimming pool, fitness center, children’s playroom, conservatory, and private dining room.

For the ultimate in luxury New York living combined with impeccable Four Seasons service, the Four Seasons New York Downtown Residences are among the most sought-after condominiums in the Big Apple. And why not? Only a limited number of cities in the world would be suitable as a home to such world-class residences. This is your property of choice for luxury living in New York. For a hotel-stay alternative, see our review of The Fifth Avenue Hotel.

Available units start at $3.6M. The Penthouse 78B is the most expensive unit priced at $29M, inclusive of almost 6,000 square feet.

For more information visit the official website: http://thirtyparkplace.com.

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Starlab, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Innovation Center

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Starlab, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Innovation Center

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Starwood Hotels & Resorts earlier this year unveiled Starlab, which is the company’s new innovation studio. The studio is located in Manhattan’s Garment District.

Starwood’s innovation center is design-led and promises to have the spirit and agility of a start-up. The office is helping to bring together the company’s digital, design and luxury brand teams in one urban office for the first time. The studio is 46,000 square feet.

W Boston Puts the ‘Wow’ in ‘Wow Factor’

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W Boston Puts the ‘Wow’ in ‘Wow Factor’

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Every once in a while, there is a hotel experience that is so outstanding that guests are inspired to use a simple but powerful word: wow. The word perfectly encapsulates what W Boston is all about. With just one visit, you will know exactly what we mean.

W Boston sits at Stewart and Tremont Streets, overlooking the world-famous Boston Common. You’ll have no need for a car, everything is perfectly within walking distance. At first glance, the incredible glass tower that is the hotel structure instantly tells you W Boston is something special. As you walk inside, prepare to be dazzled. Prepare for an experience that truly puts the ‘wow’ into ‘wow factor’.

The hotel consists of 235 guest rooms featuring natural hues, modern furnishings, and large windows giving you ample views of the Boston skyline and the Common area below. Among the guest rooms are 18 Cool Corner suites, 3 Wow Suites, and 1 Extreme Wow Suite. The Extreme Wow is a 1,600 square-foot top floor penthouse offering panoramic views of all of Boston.

Whatever, Whenever

If all W Boston had to offer were its incredible suites, that would be enough. However, it does not stop there. The hotel has been developed with a “whatever, whenever” philosophy. In other words, the hotel and its staff strive to give each guest whatever they want, whenever they want it. From the best seats at a Red Sox game to a personalized shopping spree in the heart of Boston’s retail district, they will make it happen.

In addition to the rooms and services, W Boston offers a James Joseph salon, a Bliss spa, and Boston’s newest nightlife hot spot known as Tunnel. Enjoy a triple oxygen facial and a beautiful, custom-designed hairdo before heading out on the town for a night of exciting entertainment. You can have it all at W Boston.

W Boston is just 4 miles from Logan international Airport and 13 miles from the Boston convention center and Expo. It is the perfect hotel for your next Boston vacation or business event. Put the ‘wow’ back into your travel experience by booking a stay at W Boston.

Nightly rates start at around $230/night.

LUX Tip: When booking ask for one of the corner units, these units are unique and provide a great view overlooking the hustle and bustle of the city.

W Hotel Boston
http://www.wboston.com
100 Stuart Street
Boston, Massachusetts, 02116

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Delta’s Onboard Enhancements

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Delta’s Onboard Enhancements

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Fairmont San Jose – Welcoming Technology and Luxury Accommodations

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San jose Fairmont Hotel

California‘s Silicon Valley is the place to be for all things technology in the U.S. It is also home to the trendy city of San Jose and a splendid hotel property catering to business professionals known as the Fairmont San Jose. The hotel is part of the broader Fairmont portfolio and is the perfect venue for both hosting out-of-town guests and formal business meeting affairs.

The Fairmont San Jose is a refined and elegant property consisting of two towers featuring 731 deluxe guest rooms and 77 suites. However, technology does not take a back seat to the style and sophistication of one of San Jose’s most loved hotel properties. Instead, it is integrated throughout the hotel.

Each of the rooms at the Fairmont is open and spacious, including the modern bathrooms featuring plenty of marble and separate tub and walk-in shower. Room amenities include the finest linens and toiletries, luxurious robes, 32-inch HDTV, work desk, automated mini-bar, coffee maker, and high-speed Internet access (free for President Club members). Each room offers views of the city or the Santa Cruz Mountains as well.

Tova Day Spa

There is no better way to close out a busy day of meetings and presentations than to relax at the hotel’s Tova Day Spa, a world-class spa featuring treatments that combine the best from both Eastern and Western techniques. Revive both body and mind in the steam room, sauna, or Jacuzzi, or at the hands of trained therapists expertly combining massage with herbs, spices, and exotic oils. You will be treated like royalty at Tova. The spa also offers body wraps & scrubs; nail care, hair and makeup, waxing, and more.

Traveling on pleasure, not business? The Spa also offers couple suite packages as well.

Dining

The Fairmont San Jose offers three dining options, including the Fountain Restaurant, the Bijan Bakery & Café, and the Grill on the Alley. The Fountain is a breakfast and lunch venue perfect for your business breakfast or family meal. Bijan is a European bakery well known throughout the local area for its pastries, croissants, and sandwiches. Grill on the Alley is a New York style grill with seafood, chops, and steaks.

Facilities

As a business-focused hotel, the Fairmont San Jose offers numerous meeting rooms that can accommodate groups of 200 to 3,000, along with all the technology you need for the perfect business meeting. From a simple gathering to a full-fledged multimedia theater presentation, the Fairmont is the venue of choice in San Jose for high-powered business in a sophisticated setting.

During your free time, the hotel is within easy distance of more than 60 world-class wineries offering tours and tastings. If you are thinking about hitting the links, you will be pleasantly surprised. The Monterey Peninsula is famous for its golf courses catering to all skill levels. And of course, the property’s location on South Market St. puts the Fairmont within walking distance of a full range of restaurants, shops, and cafés.

Whether you are in San Jose for business or pleasure, the Fairmont San Jose is waiting to welcome you. Your stay at the Fairmont San Jose will be one you will not soon forget, with long-lasting memories of the impeccable service and outstanding accommodations. For a Southern California counterpart in the same group, see our review of the Fairmont Grand Del Mar.

Night rates begin at under $200.

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Stay in the Heart of Downtown San Francisco at the Historic Westin St. Francis Hotel

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This past spring, the Westin St. Francis, in downtown San Francisco, announced the completion of an ambitious $20 million renovation of the Tower Building. The renovation was completed in anticipation of the hotel’s 110th anniversary as the “Grand Dame” of San Francisco. The renovated Tower Building is one of the tallest in Union Square, offering incredible views of the city.

A design team from the hotel’s parent company, Strategic Hotels & Resorts, set out to create a new vibe at the Westin St. Francis without disturbing the historical nature of the building. They have successfully created a fusion between old and new that combines the latest in technology with modern, contemporary style and amenities. Guests will see the dramatic changes right away in the color choices, local artwork, and furnishings.

Walking through the tower’s renovated corridors is an experience unto itself. Brand-new carpet paves the way for new wall coverings, ceiling pendants, furnishings, mirrors, and contemporary artwork. As you walk down the corridor, a building anticipation of what your room looks like is a natural reaction.

Hotel Accommodations

Westin St. Francis’ Tower Building boasts 569 guest rooms on 32 floors. The entire hotel property offers 1,195 guest rooms and 48 suites. Recently renovated rooms offer contemporary furnishings, floor-to-ceiling drapes, executive desks, and spacious bathrooms with marble vanities.

All guest rooms and suites come with a long list of amenities, including:

  • 250 thread count linens
  • complementary robes
  • private-label bath and beauty products
  • high-speed Internet
  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • writing desk and chair
  • in room bar
  • turn-down service

The hotel’s suites offer a full range of additional amenities designed to pamper the discriminating traveler. Among those amenities are semi-private entrances and accommodations that are more spacious.

Hotel Facilities

Your stay at the Westin St. Francis will be further enhanced by the facilities the hotel offers. For example, the main building features the St. Francis Renewal Spa & Westin Workout. This state-of-the-art facility combines the best in luxury spa treatments with a modern gym facility sporting all of the latest equipment. Both areas are complementary to hotel guests throughout their stays.

Hungry? Dine at one of the hotel’s restaurants, Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak, or casual dining at The Oak Room. Also, try venturing out into the city streets for a true San Francisco experience. The location of the hotel in Union Square makes the most exciting downtown destinations easily accessible. Right outside the doors, guests have access to San Francisco’s historic cable car service, further expanding their access to the City by the Bay.

You may have been to the Westin St. Francis in the past; now it is time to see the new Westin St. Francis and the remodeled Tower Building. The hotel is your home away from home when you visit one of the most loved cities in the world. Westin St. Francis continues their commitment to providing world-class accommodations at the heart of San Francisco’s theater and arts district while honoring the property’s historic nature. Contact them directly to make your reservations today.

Night rates start at $200 per night.

San Francisco Westin St. Francis
www.westinstfrancis.com
335 Powell Street
San Francisco, California 94102

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Welcome to the Canary – Santa Barbara’s Luxury Boutique Hotel

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Canary Santa Barbara's Luxury Boutique Hotel

What do you love most about Santa Barbara? Perhaps the incredible coastal views or the Spanish Colonial and Mission Revival architecture. Alternatively, maybe you appreciate the distinctive neighborhoods of the city and the peaceful tranquility of its outlying regions. In either case, The Canary Hotel encapsulates everything Santa Barbara in a luxury boutique experience that is as laid-back and casual as the area itself.

The Canary is proud to offer luxury accommodations without embracing stuffy traditionalism. The property is located on West Camarillo, just one block from State Street and the historic downtown district. That means it is also at the center of Santa Barbara’s arts, culture and dining. Within easy walking distance, you will find all the local hot spots, letting you truly experience what coastal California is really like.

The Property

The Canary features Spanish Colonial architecture and complementary furnishings throughout. You will feel right at home relaxing on a tastefully elegant sofa or enjoying the splendid art on display throughout the property. From the breathtaking rooftop pool deck, you’ll enjoy spectacular 360° views of the entire city and the distant mountains. Be sure to properly allocate time to sufficiently enjoy the rooftop pool, as it’s the only one in the city. If the beach is your preferred spot for relaxation, it is only a mile away.

Hotel amenities will complete your stay at The Canary. As a guest, you will enjoy an evening wine tour with the hotel’s Master Sommelier, in-room spa services, complementary bicycles for getting around the city, and a rooftop lounge and pool area reserved for guests only. First thing in the morning, there is complimentary coffee and tea service in the lobby, and if you need assistance with anything you have planned for the day, a concierge is on hand to help.

The Accommodations

The accommodations at The Canary are all about Santa Barbara style and ambiance. Inspired by the famous Canary Islands in Spain, each of the rooms and suites reflects the fact that the city is known as the “American Rivera.” Hardwood floors provide a warm and welcoming environment while over-sized French doors open to reveal fantastic views. As for spaciousness, that’s a given. Each of the rooms offers a minimum of 300 square feet of living space.

In-room amenities include:

  • fully stocked bar including gourmet offerings
  • luxurious Italian Frette linens
  • pillow-top beds with down pillows and comforters
  • free, on-demand fitness TV and yoga mats
  • iHome alarm and sound system

Dining and Wellness

The Canary wants your stay to be fully complete. To that end, the hotel offers exquisite dining at the Finch and Fork and Rooftop Perch restaurants. Both feature authentic local cuisine and an excellent wine list. While visiting The Canary we enjoyed Finch and Fork, which was overhauled and renamed just over a year ago. The restaurant is a perfect companion to the hotel, yet should certainly be enjoyed by those that aren’t staying at the hotel as well. It has an expansive wine and cocktail menu that you can enjoy within the restaurant or at the bar. For food you can expect local and fresh ingredients. Some of our favorites included their unique take at Deviled Eggs, Roasted Beet Salad, Wil Mushroom flatbed, Baby Back Pork Ribs, and the Buttermilk Friend Chicken on Tuesday’s!

To promote the wellness of guests, The Canary offers in-room spa services as well as access to the Spectrum Club located directly next door. Both options will help you achieve total relaxation of mind and body.

The Canary is Santa Barbara’s premier luxury boutique hotel. For an oceanfront alternative, see our review of The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, or head inland to The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern for wine-country luxury. Make your reservations today for an unforgettable experience on the American Riviera.

LUX Tip: Take the complimentary bikes to the beach, and then on your way back hit the Urban Wine Trail in downtown for some afternoon tastings.

Nightly rates at Canary start at $240.

Canary Hotel Santa Barbara
www.canarysantabarbara.com
31 West Carrillo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Hertz Luxury Car Line-Up: Dream & Prestige Cars

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Hertz Luxury Car Rental
Hertz Car Rental takes the car rental experience to the next level with its fleet of Dream Cars and related Dream Car VIP rental experience. Enjoying Dream Car rental from Hertz is your opportunity to experience some of the finest vehicles ever manufactured. The cars and the VIP experience are now available in 35 cities, including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Miami.

Your Dream Car experience begins by calling the company’s dedicated toll-free telephone line or visiting the website established specifically for Dream Car reservations. Hertz offers two delivery options:

  1. A Hertz representative will meet you at the airport, with the car, providing a personalized, detailed orientation of the chosen vehicle; or
  2. Hertz will deliver the vehicle directly to the customer’s location.

Dream Cars can be reserved through normal Hertz reservation outlets without the additional VIP experience. The customer still receives the finest luxury high-performance vehicle without the white glove experience. The Dream Car lineup includes the following vehicles:

  • Aston Martin V8 Vantage
  • Audi R8
  • Bentley Continental GT
  • Cadillac CTS-V
  • Ferrari (California, F430)
  • Lamborghini Gallardo
  • Land Rover Range Rover Sport
  • Mercedes-Benz AMG (SLS, C63, E63)
  • Mercedes-Benz SL550, S550 and G550
  • Porsche (911, Cayenne, Boxster, Panamera)
  • SRT Viper
  • Tesla Model S

Prestige Car

The Prestige Car collection is a select group of vehicles chosen to provide high-end luxury for the discerning traveler. We recently took a Mercedes C Class, which is a part of the Prestige Car collection through the Pacific Coast Highway, on California State Route 1. This scenic, yet adventurous route right along the coast was much more enjoyable because of the car’s precession handling that you would expect from Mercedes. Overall the trip was a lot more enjoyable driving a luxury car.

Luxury Cars Rental Hertz Prestige Dream

 The line-up includes a variation of SUVs, crossovers, sedans and convertibles. Prestige Cars offer the following choices:

  • Cadillac ATS
  • Cadillac Escalade AWD
  • Infiniti/Cadillac Crossover
  • Infiniti G37/Q50
  • Infiniti QX56/QX80
  • Lincoln Navigator
  • Mercedes E Class
  • Mercedes GLK350
  • Mercedes C Class
  • Mercedes SLK250 Convertible
  • Mercedes E350 Convertible
  • Mercedes GL450

Hertz Car Rental strives to provide the finest vehicles along with the best service in the industry. Customers are invited to join the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program, a free loyalty program offering a number of exceptional benefits including Hertz Carfirmations. With this service, members are free to take delivery of the reserved vehicle or choose any other from within the Gold Choice area. Members also enjoy e-return and a number of other timesaving benefits.

For your next rental, choose the Dream Car or Prestige Car line-ups. Hertz combines well-maintained, late-model vehicles with exceptional customer service for the car-rental experience you deserve.

More information about both collections can be found at the Hertz Dream Cars site, or the Prestige Collection site.

Experience Whistler in the Summer Like You Never Have: Riding ATV’s

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Whistler ATV
What do you do during the summer months when you live near a world-class skiing destination? If you are a savvy business owner, you figure out a way to take advantage of all the natural beauty of the surrounding area. That is just what has been done at Whistler ATV. The British Columbia company offers a variety of summer tours using ATVs to take guests up into the mountains. Whistler also makes a year-round base for luxury travelers, with the Four Seasons Whistler setting the standard among Canada resorts.

The 2 – 3 hour ATV tours are a great way to explore the beauty of the mountain, and also experience the thrill that ATV’s have to offer. On a recent tour the guide did a nice job of balancing both safety and enjoying a exhilarating ride. It’s the kind of high-energy outing you’ll find on our activities roundups.

Whistler ATV offers four different tour options. The lower level rides can be enjoyed by novices and can accommodate two people per vehicle. The remaining two tours are for experienced riders operating ATVs as single riders. Here is a brief description of the four options:

  1. Easy Rider – A two-hour ride aimed at beginners and families. It covers a variety of trails and logging roads at a fairly slow pace. It offers the opportunity to take in some wonderful scenery and learn to operate an ATV at the same time.
  2. Bushwacker – The Bushwacker is available as either a two or a three-hour tour for tandem riders. It is intended for intermediate riders or those who at least have a basic understanding of ATVs. It follows the same trails and roads as the Easy Rider, though the speeds are higher and more ground is covered. Once again, the spectacular scenery will be all around you.
  3. Top of the World – A three-hour adventure with single riders only. This trip will take you up nearly 5,000 feet for some spectacular views. The trails and roads are equally challenging.
  4. Backcountry BBQ – Guests who would like to combine an advanced ride with great food can choose the Backcountry BBQ tour. The ride is similar to the Top of the World but with one major difference: guests return to the company’s private cabin in the Brandywine Valley for an exquisite BBQ lunch. A minimum of six individuals is necessary to book this tour.

If you want to experience Whistler in a new way like you never have before Whistler ATV offers a fun ride for all ATV experience levels. Be sure to book your reservations before the snow starts flying again — and if you’re planning a winter return, check our roundup of the best luxury ski resorts in the world.

Rides start at just over $100 per tour.

Visit the Whistler ATV website for more information:
www.whistleratv.com

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Enjoy the Fresh & Local Flavors at MKT Restaurant in Four Seasons San Francisco

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Four Seasons San Francisco MKT Restaurant
Four Seasons opened the brand-new MKT Restaurant at their San Francisco SoMa hotel last June. The restaurant, which was designed to be bar-centric, opened last year after an extensive renovation. It is the first restaurant renovation at the hotel since its 2001 opening.

The MKT Restaurant is perfectly suited to a modern taste that prefers the small plate in a social atmosphere to more formal dining. The menu is decidedly California, thanks to Executive Chef Mark Richardson and Restaurant Chef Chris Aguirre. Between the two, they have developed a fine selection of steaks and small plates are designed to be shared among groups of friends and family members. It is the perfect choice for the modern San Francisco.

Richardson and Aguirre set about to create a unique dining experience by grouping menu items that encourage a more communal and social atmosphere. The lunch and dinner groupings are appetizers, communal dishes, and California cuts. Those enjoying brunch will experience a full menu of starters, brunch dishes, and sides. The restaurant also serves breakfast beginning at 6:30 AM. The staff at the restaurant on a recent trip to the restaurant created a friendly, almost family-like atmosphere, making constant recommendations. By the end of the meal the server had created a close relationship with those at the table.

The Bar

Being that MKT is a bar-centric restaurant, it was necessary to make sure that the bar was the anchor of the space. It is obvious this has not disappointed. The gorgeous, L-shaped bar can easily be seen from the lobby as guests pass by, inviting you into an open and welcoming space featuring small tables, couches and excellent views of the bustling financial district outside.

No world-class bar would be complete a without world-class variety of drink selections. MKT’s bar invites you to enjoy a specialty, handcrafted cocktail made with ingredients sourced within 100 miles of the city. A couple of favorite drinks from the recent trip included the “Hop-dog” (Hophead Vodka, Grapefruit Ice Ball, Salted Rim) and “Scarface” (Tempelton Rye, Grapefruit, Agave, Orange Bitters, Basil).

Beer and wine lovers will also feel right at home at the MKT. A number of craft beers are offered as well as an extensive wine list from around the world. Half of MKT’s wines come directly from California while the other half hail from France, Russia, and beyond.

The Atmosphere

The fact that MKT’s entrance is on Market Street plays a big role in the ambiance and atmosphere. The designers of the space, New York-based AvroKO, wanted to take advantage of the neighborhood’s history for newspapers and publishing. What it has accomplished is absolutely stunning. Inside the space you will see the dark oak floors, plenty of brushed brass, wallpaper made with recycled newsprint, green and black leather accents, and numerous pieces of decoration that hearken back to the golden era of the newspaper.

The atmosphere lends itself to informal and casual dining in the main bar area. However, the restaurant also features a number of private dining rooms for your party or business gathering. There are three private dining options: Windows at MKT, the View dining room, and a dedicated pre-function space for small business gatherings. Windows at MKT offers floor-to-ceiling glass for spectacular views of the financial district. For especially large groups, all three spaces can be used together.

Four Seasons’ MKT Restaurant is the place to be in San Francisco’s financial district. But then, we would not expect anything less than the best from the Four Seasons properties. Make it a point to visit MKT Restaurant for casual, bar-centric dining on your next party or business gathering. It is open daily from 6:30 AM until midnight.

About Four Seasons San Francisco Hotel

The Four Seasons San Francisco hotel is a world-class, luxury property located in the heart of San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Arts District. The hotel offers 231 guest rooms, 46 suites and 136 residential units, for a total of 277. Guest rooms feature exquisite furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows for the best views of the City by the Bay.

Amenities include access to world-class spa with steam rooms and saunas, a 127,000 square feet fully equipped fitness room, a basketball court, and a swimming pool. The hotel is within a short distance from championship golf and other outdoor activities. Four Seasons San Francisco is the place to be if you’re looking for unparalleled luxury in the heart of the city.

Four Seasons San Francisco Hotel
www.fourseasons.com/sanfrancisco
757 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94103

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