ARTICLES and REVIEWS :

Breezes Jamaica

Two beautiful (and very different) Super-Inclusive resorts. Photo albums included.

British Colonial Hilton

The renovation of this historic hotel in Nassau, Bahamas, is spectacular; the elegance of the past combined with the modern amenities of the present have created a one-of-a-kind resort. Photo album included.

Caribe Hilton, San Juan, Puerto Rico

The "Grande Dame of the Caribbean" shows off her new facelift.

Chateau Le Moyne Holiday Inn, New Orleans

In a great French Quarter location, this hotel remains one of our favorites, even though the competition is catching up.

Gold Strike Hotel and Casino, Tunica, Mississippi

I was not impressed with this supposedly "luxurious" hotel.

Grand Case Beach Club, St, Martin, French West Indies

"Perfection" comes in many forms. This small beachfront resort is... perfect.

Hotel dei Mellini, Rome, Italy

Would a coffin-like room look any brighter to you if you could buff your heinie with Frette linens? It didn't to me; I would have preferred a Holiday Inn Express.

Hotel Majestic Barrier, Cannes, France

Dwight Brown chronicles the delights of this gorgeous Bell Epoque hotel on the French Riviera.

Hôtel Le St. James, Montreal

When the megastars and royalty go to Montreal, this is where they stay, with good reason. Photo album included.

Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport

This hotel, in the middle of the airport, is great for transit and families, but not for business travelers.

Losby Gods Manor, near Oslo, Norway

A traditional European manor house turned into a lovely little hotel, conference center and golf resort.

Magical Meliá Playa Conchal

The most elegant resort in Costa Rica, with championship golf and the Pacific Ocean at your feet. See the photos of this resort.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, England

Three generations of British queens learned to dance in the ballrooms of this exquisite hotel; now it's a retreat for celebrities who value their privacy.

Manta Ray Bay Hotel, Yap

YAP! And we don't mean the sound our Shih Tzus make... this is Micronesia, where Hillary Bloom visited in search of the elusive Manta Rays. Includes Photo Album.

Marriott Marquis New York

A 2,000 room convention-oriented hotel isn't everyone's ideal, but this popular Times Square property lives up to its rep.

Miami Hotels for Cruisers

Take a look at some of our favorite hotels in the Miami area for pre- and post-cruise stays.

Ocean Villas at Westin Rio Mar Beach

For families, beach bunnies, honeymooners... these villas in Puerto Rico leave nothing to be desired.

On the Ave Hotel - Mini-Review

A real find on the Upper West Side of New York City; a boutique hotel that's fun, in a great neighborhood, and very reasonably priced.

Our Lucaya - Grand Bahama Island

A review of the largest and most opulent beachfront resort, spa and golf club in the region.

Ritz-Carlton Rosehall - Montego Bay, Jamaica

Guest writer Dwight Brown reviews this luxurious tropical getaway.

Sawgrass Marriott Resort

An amazing resort set on 4,800 acres in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.

Sheraton Rio Hotel and Towers, Brazil

Dwight Brown enjoys the sights, sounds, nightlife and dining of Rio; his lodging of choice is the Sheraton Hotel and Towers. Here's why.

Sofitel Miami Airport

This four-star hotel is lovely, but falls short for an airport-location stay.

The Hotel of South Beach - Profile

We loved our stay at this hotel in the Art Deco District of South Beach, Miami.

Treasure Island Resort and Casino

See why we love this Center Strip hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Trinidad Hilton and Conference Center

Dwight Brown visits exuberant Trinidad, and takes us on a tour of this hotel and its grounds.

Watchtide Bed and Breakfast

Jerry Bloom enjoyed his stay at this bucolic inn on the Maine coast.

Willow Valley Resort and Conference Center

Located near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, this retreat is a great starting point for excursions throughout the area. By guest writer Jerry Bloom.