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Oyster hotel investigators have visited over 15,000 hotel properties around the world, so we’ve just about seen it all: crazy luxurious suites, creepy sex motels, itsy-bitsy rooms, castle hotels…but that doesn’t mean that every now and then we come across a hotel stay that even we weren’t expecting. From jail cells to ice rooms (yes,…
Here at Oyster, we can never get enough of bright lights, big cities, and the continuous buzz and hum of modern metropolis life. There’s just something about the energy in the air that we find exhilarating. But that doesn’t mean we don’t take a moment every once in a while to step back in time.…
Is all the talk of summer and beaches…bumming you out? Does the entire concept of humidity make you want to cry? If you see one more Instagram photo of “hot-dog legs” are you going to lose it? Good news! You’re not crazy or a heartless, sun-hating scrooge — and you’re not alone. The dogs days…
Baby, it’s cold inside. If your kids love Frozen, or you’re looking for an excuse to do some serious snuggling up with your honey, this ice hotel in Quebec — the Hotel de Glace — might just make the perfect getaway. The entire hotel is built of ice and snow, and is kept at 23…
Most people associate springtime travel with crazy parties like spring break, but these five cities are perfect for visiting this season — and will leave you without the boozy side effects. These are some of our top cities to poke around in while the weather warms up. NEW ORLEANS
So Vegas is great and all, but when it comes to bachelor party getaways, it’s hardly the only option. Sure, “The Hangover” and many movies before have immortalized it as the place to go for a bachelor party, but its popularity is such that it has become borderline cliché. (Also, talk about pressure — if…
Erin go bragh! It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day, and of course, here at Oyster, we’re celebrating by traveling! Whether you find yourself in Dublin, Boston, or Tokyo (yes, Tokyo), these nine cities are filled with Irish pride on March 17th — and throughout the upcoming weekend.
The eight hotels — whether perched on the rocking outcroppings of the Italian coast or hidden away amidst the rice fields of northern Thailand — that make this list are some of the most romantic in the world, and are the perfect places for a romantic rendezvous… with a little international flair.
Fall brings with it colorful foliage, crisp weather, and the urge to cozy up by the fire (preferably with a special someone). After all, the season is ideal for spending some picturesque time with your significant other, and some cities are a bit more romance-inducing than others. Cobblestone streets, stunning architecture, and culture-filled attractions are…
The summertime beach vacation is a much-awaited annual tradition for many. As soon as the weather turns warm, families, couples, and singles alike, flock to shorelines near and far. Don’t get us wrong — the beach will always hold a special place in our hearts. But when sandy toes and sunburn get to be too…
