Built in 1922, the 18-story hotel in Kennedy Plaza came to Providence as the Biltmore. In 1977, the 292-room hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The Grand Ballroom occupies the rooftop level of the building, and its stunning views of the city are a popular backdrop for weddings and events. The landmark is now part of AJ Cap...

Stephen Leatherman, a.k.a. Dr. Beach, named St. George's Island America's top beach of 2023. The American geoscientist, coastal ecologist, and author, uses a set of 50 qualities to rank US beaches and publishes a new top 10 list every year. Dr. Beach was especially impressed by the 1,962-acre St. George Island State Park's recovery after Hurricane ...

Just north of Flagler Beach, on Florida's Palm Coast the Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa rises like a majestic oasis of comfort. Tucked away off the scenic A1A on the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, this sensational stay bills itself as "Florida's premier oceanfront destination golf resort" and it does not disappoint. A true resort, this place o...

Fredericksburg, Texas may not be on the radar of many travelers, but it is one of the most visited towns in the Lone Star State. Described as "bespoke event venue and lodging," Hoffman Haus is a compound of traditional Sunday houses, log cabins, and modern buildings converted into Bed & Breakfast style lodging. The Hoffman Haus is one of s...

Sometimes an all-in-one stop is the perfect place for winter vacation travel. The luxury of being able to park the car and just enjoy time with family or friends for a few days is exactly what I found at Greek Peak Mountain Resort during a sensational stay at the Hope Lake Lodge. Nestled in the eastern hills of New York's Finger Lakes region, this ...

One of my favorite cities to visit is Reykjavik, Iceland. The island nation's capital has plenty of wonderful options for lodging—from hostels to luxury hotels. I almost hesitate to share one of the most sensational stays I came across—Freyja Guesthouse—because I want to keep it to myself. But I am a sharing person, so here goes … ​ It is easy to w...