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Hotels
Can a Hotel Really Have 7 Stars?
A history of luxury hotel ratings systems—and how the “seven-star” hotel was born.
November 29, 2023 01:53 PM
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Mark Ellwood
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December 8, 2025 03:16 PM
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Katherine Fan
Hotel News + Openings
A New Mountain Lodge Is Coming to This Lesser-Visited, Volcanic Region of Japan
The Lucy hotel from luxury brand Hoshino Resorts is opening next to a national park in the Japanese countryside.
May 20, 2025 12:35 PM
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Olivia Young
Hotels
14 Upscale Motels in California with 1950s-Style Pools, Retro Design, and Pacific Ocean Views
Midcentury charm meets modern comfort at these 14 hotels all over California.
July 23, 2025 12:21 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Hotels
These Boutique Hotels Will Now Loan You Fun Wardrobe Accessories During Your Stay—for Free
Whether you actually forgot an item or just want to try out a new purse or pair of sunglasses, a new partnership between Kimpton and Anthropologie has you covered.
July 20, 2023 06:58 PM
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Bailey Berg
History + Culture
Terrifying Dolls, a Nightmare Film, and Bone-Filled Caves: 8 of the World’s Most Haunted Places
You’ll feel goosebumps and then some at these spooky places around the globe.
October 22, 2025 03:59 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
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The Best Credit Cards for Transferring Points to Airline and Hotel Partners
You can transfer credit card points to airline- or hotel-specific loyalty programs (as needed) for business-class seats, suite upgrades, and more.
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Paul Rubio
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Hotel Watchlist: Summer Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About
Afar’s resident hotel expert shares the summer 2024 openings that are worth a special trip.
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Jennifer Flowers
Hotels
These Are the 18 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Chicago
Find the retreat that best matches your taste in the Windy City.
May 28, 2025 07:30 AM
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Heidi Mitchell
Hotel News + Openings
This New Alabama Hotel Will Connect Visitors to the Powerful Black History Legacy Sites of Montgomery
The Equal Justice Initiative, the nonprofit organization behind Montgomery’s National Memorial for Peace and Justice, is now opening the Elevation Convening Center and Hotel.
March 14, 2025 05:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
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12 Charming Small Towns in Mexico to Visit for a Trip Without the Crowds
Mexico’s government has a list of small towns it considers the most magical in the country.
March 28, 2025 02:04 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Hotels
My Favorite New Caribbean Hotel Is Less Than 300 Steps From the Ocean—and Only Costs $223 a Night
A seasoned Caribbean traveler learns why the Rockley in Barbados is so much more than a beach getaway.
February 21, 2025 12:03 PM
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Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
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Inside Bangkok’s Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Opening of the Year
Set within the historic Nai Lert Park, Aman’s first urban hotel in Thailand is a sanctuary of sculptural art, serene suites, and next-level wellness.
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Jenny Adams
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The Most Stylish London Hotels for Under $300 a Night
London may be one of the world’s most expensive cities, but these 13 hotels prove you don’t need a luxury-hotel budget to stay somewhere stylish.
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Nicholas DeRenzo
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Alpine Dining, Local Artwork, and an Adventure Concierge—Larch House Brings Elegant Lodging to Whitefish
Situated minutes from ski slopes and Glacier National Park, the opening of Larch House marks the first design-centric accommodation for Whitefish, Montana.
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