The Refined Traveler 

Discover Favorite Hotels from TV Worth a Real-Life Visit! Explore iconic locations from shows like "White Lotus" and "Emily in Paris" today!

By Ashley Hilton Image courtesy of Angama Mara fabulous hotel gym can make all the difference on your vacation. Travel is notorious for interrupting health routines, as it can can be difficult to find the time or a decent gym while away from home. Luckily, I’ve done the heavy lifting for you. Below are some of the best hotel gyms, designated as such due to their quality fitness equipment, diverse selection of group classes, fantastic amenities or impeccable views (a breathtak

For many, the idea of traveling without their pets is too gut-wrenching to bare. Thankfully, there are a slew of pet-friendly hotels that welcome dogs, cats and even feathery friends.

Refined Travel By Ashley image courtesy of Wildflower Farms I'm all about big, bold honeymoons. But with the stress of wedding planning, adding another thing to your plate — planning a far-flung adventure — sometimes isn't in the cards. That's where mini-moons come in. These are known as shorter, more low-key getaways taken immediately post-nuptials. There are tons of dreamy locations across the US that make for a perfect mini-moon (you can always extend your stay, of course)

Image Courtesy of Park Hyatt St. Kitts I'll take any excuse for a getaway, but the impending arrival of a new baby seems like one of the very best we can think of. Babymoons are popular for a reason — they offer parents-to-be a chance to unwind and get away from it all before the whirlwind of parenting begins. It’s a chance to reconnect and have important conversations leading up to such a big life change. Plus, it’s an opportunity for some well-deserved pampering (think spa

Our latest partners are masters of taste. Their individual styles — regal Italian, cottage-chic, Art Deco — differ, but all offer a...

Photo Courtesy of the Conrad Every New Yorker has their own New York. There is something here for everyone. As such, it’s impossible to...

Photo Courtesy of Angama There are five-star hotels, and then there are hotels for which “five-star” doesn’t quite cut it. Some...

Photo Courtesy of the Greenwich Hotel When you first enter the subterranean Shibui Spa, in Manhattan's Greenwich Hotel, you feel like...

For fall lovers, these 16 US hotels offer the ultimate retreat. Enjoy crisp air, vibrant foliage, and cozy fireside nights with our picks.