Additional reporting by Lara Grant Hay! How about a visit to the ‘ole barnyard for your next getaway? Hotels on working farms allow you to leave the fast-paced city life behind — at least for the weekend — and hit the country to hone your farming chops. But don’t worry; the farmtastic resorts that make…
Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo. One of the best ways to experience some of the romantic Old-World charm of Kyoto is to stay in one of the city’s many “ryokan.” These traditional inns are often family-run and located in a scenic natural setting or set in a Japanese garden. Interiors have a rustic look that keeps…
The terms “tent” and “hut” rarely call to mind luxury; in fact, budget-minded travelers, in an effort to save some green, often choose to “rough it” by setting up a canvas and calling it a night in the wild, wide-open. But some hotels have turned that notion on its head by opting for simple tents…
Beach at the Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat Active volcanoes, dense rain forests, pristine beaches, and crashing surf — when it comes to tropical getaways, Costa Rica just might have it all. Oyster.com has been all over the world, and time and time again we find ourselves returning to this special place, in part because…
There’s nothing like a cozy fire to stoke the flames of romance There’s nothing quite like crackling embers and warm flames to stoke the heat — romantic heat, that is. A roaring fire is like a sultry winter whisper, gently coaxing you to snuggle up under the blankets with someone special. The only thing better…
Now that the wind has picked up that autumnal (burgeoning on wintry) chill, and the days have gotten shorter, cozy cabins – nestled among the country’s most gorgeous mountains and alongside picturesque lakes – have begun to beckon. Instead of the airy beachfront huts and jungle-surrounded tree houses we sought out this summer (long gone…
Many travelers agree that the best part of being on a warm-weather vacation is that easy, breezy vibe — not only thanks to the laid-back atmosphere, but also to the literal beachy breeze that sweeps through resorts. So it can be particularly nice to find a hotel where open-air rooms benefit from the breeze as…
This post originally appeared on Yahoo! Travel. The Caribbean has long been a popular warm-weather destination. And as each year goes by, another island becomes “discovered” by tourists, meaning the quick appearance of megaresorts, chain restaurants, souvenir shops, and crowds. But there are a handful of spots that are still secrets. Some are tiny boutique…
The beach at Makunudu Island is peaceful and pleasant. We just got back from the beautiful Maldives, where we visited a dozen hotels to bring you in-depth reviews, gorgeous photos, and 360-degree panoramas. And since our trip, we’ve decided to put a little myth to rest; sure, making it to this picturesque cluster of islands…
Photo Credit: Fox Searchlight Pictures The film “Wild,” adapted from Cheryl Strayed’s memoir about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, has caught plenty of buzz. It scored Reese Witherspoon a Golden Globe nod (although Julianne Moore took home the statue last night), and it is sure to find a place on the list of Oscar nominees…