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The Egerton House Hotel:  An enchanting boutique townhouse We recently had the pleasure of spending one night at the Egerton House Hotel in London, part of the Red Carnation hotel group and the Virtuoso® Collection.  This acclaimed townhouse hotel is in the heart of Knightsbridge just a short walk from Harrods …

Need some travel inspiration for next year? Here is Virtuoso’s top 9 locations you should visit in the new year. 1. GRAND CANYON President Theodore Roosevelt, upon declaring the Grand Canyon a U.S. national monument in 1908, implored his fellow citizens to “do nothing to mar its grandeur, sublimity and …

A room isn’t just a room, when you upgrade to a beautiful suite where tropical fruit is delivered at your door to welcome you. Or when the view of the ocean is available from every room.  This was our experience at the Sheraton Beach Resort in Apia, Samoa. Every detail …

Many people think that Travel Advisors are a dying breed. But that’s definitely not the case. If anything, travel advisors are once again becoming more relevant as they adapt to the ever-change travel industry and demand. So why should you use a travel advisor? Here are several reasons you could …

The two Jack Nicklaus signature courses on the peninsula of Punta Mita provide an unforgettable experience and world-class play. At least 12 holes offer extraordinary ocean views and mountains full of lush tropical flora surrounding you.  You can play the “Tail of the Whale”, the world’s only natural island golf …

An unexpected treat in Lisbon! When looking for a centrally-located hotel in beautiful Lisbon, Portugal, I happened upon a Virtuoso Member property called the Valverde Hotel. A former home, this cozy townhouse-style hotel opened in 2014 and is a luxury boutique property with personal service, charm and elegance. It is …

Our black lab, Jessie, enjoyed a “dogcation” recently at the luxurious Belmond El Encanto with 92 suites and bungalows in the hills overlooking Santa Barbara. Though I’m sure she would have been just as happy to stay at a B&B, we wanted her to enjoy the panoramic view of the …

Our multi-generational family went to The Resort at Paws Up to celebrate my mom’s 80th birthday. It was a lifelong dream to experience Paws Up glamping, and was a spectacular setting for a multi-generational getaway. We flew into Missoula, Montana and were met by a resort shuttle that took us …

The day began in the dark, bumping over the rough roads of the Serengeti. Our destination was a large, colorful hot air balloon which we found laying on its side. As hot air was pumped into the balloon, it began to take shape. As the balloon grew, the sun began …

Last month I had the privilege of traveling to Tanzania with three friends. Upon returning from a trip, I like to ask the question, “What was my favorite part? Here is my answer:  the crossing of the wildebeest on the Mara River. Our day began with us quietly waiting in …