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The earliest meaning of the term “honeymoon” supposedly stems from an old European custom in which newlyweds would consume great quantities of mead, a brew made from fermented honey and water. At the time, many cultures followed a lunar (“moon”) calendar, and during the first lunar month after the wedding, couples were to drink mead,…
Private plunge pools have long been coveted features in luxury hotel rooms, and these days they’re easier than ever to come by, particularly in destinations like the Caribbean and Mexico. But some stand out above the rest. We used to be so excited about the idea of a pool just for us that we didn’t…
Here’s a universal fact — pools are one of the major draws to a Mexican resort (next to beaches, of course!). What makes a pool even better? Being able to walk right out your door and jump into one! At these nine all-inclusive hotels, you’re able to book a swim-up room so that cooling off…
Cancun might have a bit of a reputation as a party-centric beach bonanza popular with young adults, but sometimes, visitors just want to get away from it all. What better way to do that than with a private plunge pool? Guests staying at one of these five hotels have the option to book a room…
Some travelers prefer the beach and nature, others have a soft spot for the pool, and everyone wants a killer view. For all those times when you can’t choose between the two, there’s an infinity pool. Merging the man-made and natural, these ultra-luxe pools seem to melt into their surroundings — the tranquil ocean, towering…
As the weather starts to warm up, many of us are itching to strip off those winter layers and take a dip in the water. While any pool would likely put a smile on your face at this point, there are some spots worth a trip (and a long flight) to lounge poolside. This spring,…
Mega-resorts will always have their perks, but these days more and more travelers are choosing to stay in private villas. The perks of a villa? Well, no shared walls with loud, late-night partiers for one thing. Or you can be that late-night partier and not worry about noise complaints. More space. More privacy. And the…
Thailand takes tourism seriously. Hotel owners go the extra mile to offer visitors one-of-a-kind experiences and features that blend Thailand’s famous hospitality with the natural beauty of the country’s coastline and tropical setting. With a ton of new Thai properties on Oyster.com, we came up with this “best of the best” list to let Thailand…
We just made a trip to Rhodes, one of the most beautiful islands in Greece. Known for its lovely beaches and stunning medieval architecture, Rhodes also has some pretty magnificent weather — so we extended our stay, and visited nearly 60 properties! Each hotel we saw had its perks, but these nine had, by far,…
Honeymoons, anniversaries, or just weekends away can be made all the more romantic with a bottle of champagne for drinking and a hot tub for soaking. But it can kinda kill the mood if you have to share the whirlpool with other hotel guests, or if it’s nestled up alongside a pool teeming with splashing…