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“This is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius…” Our favorite astrological free spirits are celebrating their birthdays, and we couldn’t be happier for them. Possessing a deep social conscience, Aquarians are humanitarian, philanthropic, and dedicated to making the world a better place. And they do so with flair. Known for their wildly inventive and…
Water Villa at Adaaran Prestige Water Villas Picking a hotel room can be hard work. Which room has the best view? The best shower? The best amenities? Vacations are tough to come by and we want to make sure you don’t get suckered into any unnecessary hotel or room features that you might want to…
A crackling fireplace, hot apple cider, vibrant leaves…these are just a few of the (amazing) things we associate with fall. And taking a cue from the dropping temperatures, at this time of year, hotels begin to entice travelers not with their refreshing pools or sandy beaches, but with cozy autumn amenities. From bed-and-breakfasts perfect for…
If you’ve logged hundreds of hours in hotels like we have, you’ve likely encountered many of the same (kinda boring) amenities across multiple properties: yoga mats in the rooms; espresso machines; and iPod docks. While we’re always pleased to find these comforts away from home, there are some hotels that really go above and beyond…
Lately we’ve been loving the idea of showering outdoors. We guess we’ve just decided that there’s no better way to cool down and wash away inhibitions than with an outdoor scrub down. So here’s a list of 10 of our favorite hotels that have private outdoor showers — some even have outdoor baths! GoldenEye Hotel…
If you’re one of the many shoppers out there struggling with gift buying this holiday season, don’t fret. Whether you’re a road warrior with no time to shop or just looking for a ‘lil inspiration, we’ve found a surprising source for great gift ideas: hotels. From gourmet goodies to decadent bath products to home decor,…
There are all-inclusive resorts, and then there are all-inclusive resorts. The difference lies in the details: Going above and beyond the standard amenities, the nine hotels we’ve hand-picked as the best of the all-inclusive best offer fun and exciting ways for travelers to indulge. World-class food, beautiful decor, and fantastic activities are all to be…
It doesn’t matter if you stay in a cheap motel in rural Tennessee or an uber-luxe hotel overlooking Central Park — if the mattress isn’t comfortable, it can ruin your entire vacation. And as you know, you can’t return a bad vacation. So we at Oyster.com sleep on the job. You’ve read that correctly; we…
Forget logo branded t-shirts and shot glasses. These hotel gift shops forgo stocking their shelves with those usual tchotchkes in favor of products that raise their retail status as high as the penthouse suite! The six shops that make our list make it so you don’t even have to leave the hotel to score some…
Whether you’re traveling on business or avoiding rain-filled cloud, sometimes you’re stuck indoors while on vacation with little to do; but the best hotels have features that are ideal for those not-so-great sightseeing days. An indoor spa, welcoming bar, and game room are a few of our preferred indoor spaces, but our favorite may be…