Washington
- Kiwi Curated
- Amsterdam
- Arizona
- Ashford Castle
- Cabo San Lucas
- California
- Carneros Resort & Spa
- Colorado
- Connaught
- De L'Europe
- Europe
- Hotel El Ganzo
- Huntington Beach
- Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
- Ireland
- Lumiere Telluride
- Mexico
- Napa
- Napa Valley & Sonoma
- Netherlands
- New York
- New York City
- New Zealand
- North Island
- Phoenix
- Scottsdale
- Telluride
- The Chatwal
- The Hermosa Inn
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Washington
- Wellington
- Wharekaunau
- Willows Lodge
- Woodinville
10 Bike-Friendly Hotels
Inexpensive and good for both one’s health and the environment, cycling has never been hotter. The rise in ridership has lead to bike share programs and dedicated lanes, making many cities much easier to navigate on two wheels rather than four. In tune with the trend, innovative hotels are offering bike-friendly amenities and services to help guests better explore their surrounds—be it beach towns or wine country.
- Kiwi Curated
- 25hours Hamburg Hotel HafenCity
- a Thompson Hotel
- Canada
- Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
- Grand Hôtel Stockholm
- Grand Hyatt Tokyo
- Hamburg
- La Maison Champs Élysées
- Loden Hotel
- London
- New York
- Smyth
- Stockholm
- Sweden
- The Franklin
- Tokyo
- United States
- Vancouver
- Washington
Where to Go for all the Cherry Blossoms
Last week, as much of North America shivered under a blanket of snow, thoughts of spring seemed distant and remote. Fortunately, this was likely winter’s last blast and spring will soon make an appearance, bringing with it a pink and white welcome party in select cities.
Cherry blossom trees are native to Japan, but can also be found blooming in some lucky locales over the next few weeks. Blossom season is a clear sign winter is at a close, prompting festivals and celebrations around the world. This week, we’ve picked out eight cities where cherry blossoms form a spectacular backdrop, highlighting some of the events that come with them.
- Kiwi Curated
- an Auberge Resort
- Arizona
- Arizona Biltmore
- Asia
- Cabo San Lucas
- California
- DC
- Dublin
- England
- Esperanza
- Europe
- Fairmont San Francisco
- Hanoi
- Ireland
- London
- Los Cabos
- Mexico
- Phoenix
- San Francisco
- Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
- The Dorchester
- The Jefferson
- The Merrion
- The Omni Homestead Resort
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Vietnam
- Virginia
- Washington
8 Hotels Fit For a President
Even though they live at one of the most iconic addresses on earth, the life of an American President is a transient one, clocking up the miles both at home and abroad in their role as Commander-in-Chief. Comfort is of utmost importance during these forays, beginning with the plush interiors of Air Force One, and extending to their choice of hotel. With almost limitless resources, the President and their entourage are free to choose from any hotel on earth, with considerations like security and convenience usually ranking highly on the list of criteria. With election day imminent, we take a look at eight iconic hotels where American Presidents have stayed.
- Kiwi Curated
- Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach
- Asia
- Beverly Hills
- Boracay
- California
- Chicago
- Conrad New York
- Dallas
- DC
- Europe
- Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
- Florence
- Florida
- Hotel Crescent Court
- Hotel Regency
- Illinois
- Italy
- Los Angeles
- Mexico
- Miami Beach
- New York
- New York City
- Philippines
- Playa del Carmen
- Riviera Maya
- Seattle
- Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
- Texas
- The Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows
- The Peninsula Beverly Hills
- The Peninsula Chicago
- United States
- Viceroy Riviera Maya
- Washington
- Willows Lodge
- Woodinville
10 Hotels with Creative VIP Amenities
In her heyday, Mariah Carey reportedly wouldn’t check-in to a hotel until they guaranteed a new toilet seat and gold faucets in her suite. While demands like this aren’t commonplace, the world’s best hotels have long understood going the extra mile. In this week’s blog, we take a look at 10 Kiwi Collection hotels that offer head-turning VIP amenities whether one enjoys celebrity status or not.
- Kiwi Curated
- Andaz 5th Avenue
- Arizona
- Arizona Biltmore
- British Columbia
- Canada
- DC
- drink
- England
- Hotel Hassler Roma
- Italy
- London
- Louisiana
- New Orleans
- New York
- New York City
- Phoenix
- Rome
- Rosewood Hotel Georgia
- The Connaught
- The Hay-Adams
- The Roosevelt New Orleans
- The Wellesley Knightsbridge
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Vancouver
- Washington
9 Modern Speakeasies for a Classic Cocktail Hour
The prohibition era between 1920 to 1933 wasn’t a golden age for fans of alcoholic beverages, with their sale, manufacture and transportation all rendered illegal in the United States. During that time, clandestine drinking establishments known as speakeasies sprouted at a phenomenal rate, and in 1925, there were anywhere between 30,000 and 100,000 operating in New York City alone. Laws were eventually repealed, bringing alcohol back into the mainstream, but the glamour of the speakeasy lives on in popular culture. A welcome trend of late has been the introduction of neo-speakeasies or vintage-inspired bars with an atmosphere and cocktail menu borrowed from the Roaring Twenties. Read on as we take a look at a few Kiwi Collection hotels where the speakeasy concept thrives.
- Kiwi Curated
- Beverly Hills
- California
- Four Seasons Hotel New York
- Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
- Hawaii
- Kauai
- Los Angeles
- Montage Beverly Hills
- Montana
- New York
- New York City
- Philipsburg
- The Hay-Adams
- The Ranch at Rock Creek
- Washington
Father’s Day Getaways Inspired by Iconic Film Characters
Lots of dads make sacrifices to give their kids the best life possible. A large number opted not to be CIA assassins or treasure hunters, because it would take them away from home too much and stress out their spouse. To thank them for not living the wild lives of the movie characters they love—Jason Bourne and Indiana Jones, for example—take them on an great escape befitting their idol. Herein, five famous ones to spark a dad-bonding sojourn.
- Kiwi Curated
- Amangani
- Amangiri
- Big Island
- Blackberry Farm
- Canyon Point
- Coconut Grove
- Florida
- Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
- Hawaii
- Jackson Hole
- Miami
- Port Ludlow
- Tennessee
- The Resort at Port Ludlow
- The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
- Utah
- Walland
- Washington
- Wyoming
Trip Tips: 6 US National Parks to Visit in 2016
There are 84 million acres of protected national parkland in the U.S., and this year the National Park Service (they take care of it all) celebrates its Centennial. April 16 to 24, 2016 makes it even more enticing to visit one of the 400 parks with free admission. To narrow down the choices, here are six picks across the country with corresponding plush accommodation for those who don’t care to camp.
- Kiwi Curated
- Anantara Hua Hin Resort
- Austria
- Avon
- Beaver Creek
- Boston
- California
- Colorado
- Del Mar
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- France
- Hua Hin
- Kristiania Lech
- L'Auberge del Mar
- Le Bristol Paris
- Lech - Arlberg
- Massachusetts
- Montpelier Plantation and Beach
- Nevis
- Paris
- Pond Hill
- Saint James Paris
- San Diego
- Seattle
- St Kitts and Nevis
- Thailand
- The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch
- United States
- Washington
- Willows Lodge
- Woodinville
Meet These Hotel VIPs (Very Important Pets)
Having to travel without a beloved pet can be a wrench, but an increasing amount of hotels are coming up with the purrfect solution: pet ambassadors. In previous years, one might think us barking mad to recommend hotels with animals roaming the halls, but these friendly critters add oodles of charm and personality to their homes. Read on as we list some of our favorite hotel-based animal friends.
- Kiwi Curated
- Andaz 5th Avenue
- Avon
- Beaver Creek
- California
- Chicago
- Colorado
- Eden Roc Miami Beach
- Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
- Florida
- Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
- Hawaii
- Illinois
- Loews Regency New York Hotel
- Los Angeles
- Lumeria Maui
- Maui
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- New York
- New York City
- Santa Monica
- The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch
- Viceroy Santa Monica
- Washington
9 Hotels to Give Thanks for this American Thanksgiving
The annual pilgrimage of millions of Americans to reconnect with family and friends approaches, aka Thanksgiving. Coupled with Black Friday shopping, it’s one of the best opportunities of the year to take a little break from the daily grind. Read on as we provide inspiration for some quintessentially American Thanksgiving escapes.