luxury hotels

On our last trip to D.C., we had walked past the Old Post Office Building on Pennsylvania Ave. – a grand structure with a clock tower making it the third tallest building in the city. It was under redevelopment to be transformed into the luxurious 260-room Trump International Hotel. Opened …

After returning from Cabo San Lucas I am excited to share my reviews on accommodations. The first is the legendary hotel, Hotel Sandos Finisterra.  To travelers that do not want to stay right on the marina the hotel is just a 10 minute walk.  You get the best of both …

I just returned from a familiarization trip to Los Cabos, Mexico, sponsored by Delta Vacations. First, we need to clarify the use of the term Los Cabos.  The two cities at the tip of the Baja peninsula are San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. The translation of Cabo …

Having just returned from an amazing trip to Peru, I am excited to share what I learned and some travel tips! We started our trip in Lima at the Larco Museum, housing an impressive 45,000 pieces of pottery. We experienced our first of many Pisco Sours (I have a great …

As the complimentary shuttle pulled up to a building resembling a warehouse, I assumed it must be the Nest Hotel. A Design Hotel, the Nest Hotel is located near the Incheon Airport in Seoul, South Korea. Gazing around the area, I realized that settled next to bridge, a railroad track …

I recently had a wonderful opportunity to visit the new Hyatt Resorts in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Hyatt Resorts has developed a unique concept with their Ziva and Zilara resorts. It is a dabble into the all-inclusive market in a very different way. While the properties are connected, and there is …

As most of our clients know, Andavo Travel is a member of Virtuoso – a network of luxury travel agencies that have exclusive relationships with luxury travel suppliers and are thus able to arrange complimentary extra amenities for their clients (free breakfast, upgrades, spa credit, etc). But did you know …

As a “newbie” to Virtuoso’s Travel Week held at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas from August 9-15, I must admit I was a bit overwhelmed! As agents we were quickly immersed in the culture and style that only Virtuoso can offer. After the opening session and my first introduction …

If you are looking for a quiet getaway not too far from home, I’d highly recommend a visit to the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island.  Amelia Island is about 40 minutes from the Jacksonville, FL airport.  The Ritz-Carlton is a beautiful hotel that sits atop the dunes and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. …

Presenting the 2013 Guide to the World’s Best Hotel Experiences: Virtuoso’s Best of the Best Hotel Directory This award-winning publication is THE guide to the world’s greatest hotels, resorts, spas, lodges and villas. Every property included in this collection is Virtuoso-preferred and inspected, and known for its unique setting, exceptional …