New hotels always open in Paris, but when one is by the Leitmotiv Group in France, it’s worth a special look. La Fantaisie may sound like another type of establishment, but it’s actually a new hotel in the heart of the up-and-coming 9th Arrondissement. The name is kind of a tribute though, to its former red light district roots. La Fantaisie Paris is a new hotel, that’s worth a look. Location, Location, Location When you’re deciding where to book a…

There’s a new design hotel opening in Greece and it’s not in Athens, Mykonos, or Santorini. It’s in Arcadia, and they couldn’t have picked a more idyllic setting. This historic region is in the central part of the Peloponnese peninsula. Arcadia is famous for its natural beauty consisting of mountain valleys, crystal clear rivers, and lush forests. The landscape has served as inspiration for many legends that have gone on to become an important part of Greek culture. The new…

As if you needed another reason to hop over to Croatia this summer, there’s now a cool hotel. Hvar, an island just north of Dubrovnik in the Adriatic, is a land of lavender fields surrounded by turquoise sea waters. Maslina is one of those rare breeds of hotels that’s sustainable, luxurious, and has good value. It’s also where to be. Croatia is at the top of everyone’s list of hottest new destinations in Europe. This is because of its picturesque…