There are some places to stay that stand out from the pack. This hotel is off the beaten path, in the up-and-coming city of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia (the country, not the peaches). The building is an old printing factory, which already gives it a leg up on cool. But then there are the 360-degree shower jets, which take it all to the next level.  While it’s not traditional luxury, it’s better.  The Stamba is hands down the best…

We’re going to put this right out there: This is a review of how much we loved this hotel. In fact, it may just be our favorite place we stayed in the past few years. As if there weren’t enough reasons to go to Istanbul, Six Senses Kocatas adds to the list.  It’s more than a luxury hotel in Istanbul; it’s an authentic piece of Ottoman history. Overview There are some hotels, where you walk in, and the good energy…

Some hotels ease into the world with a soft opening.  But there’s nothing quiet about one of the newest hotels in the Mandarin Oriental Group.  After all, when Novikov, yes, that Novikov of London, anchors your restaurant and nightlife scene, the party has started.  Here’s a first look at the brand spanking new Mandarin Oriental Istanbul. The Service The core of the MO experience is always the service.  No matter where you are in the world, that’s the constant. From…

Good for:  Families, solo travelers, singles, groups of friends, celebrations, even for honeymoons. There’s something for everyone. When to go:  Bali is a tropical destination, which means that all seasons are great for diving, hiking, watersports, and fishing. From April to September the weather is dry and sunny. The rainy season starts from October to March – which doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go then. Just be warned. Stay for: 4-5 days, because you really want to entrench in exploring the…