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It does not matter how many people or how long the travel time is, I visit Europe each summer. In a couple of weeks I’ll be making my annual journey across the pond. My first stop will be London where I’ll immerse myself in the fashion epicenter. well-dressed locals Their pastel colored midi dress and posh, wrinkle-resistant linens It’s easy to accessorize. It’s time to head back to Greece for a look that is timeless. playful and beach-readyHalkidiki will be my home, a less crowded, but equally beautiful cousin to the Greek Islands.  Is it always in my carry-on bag?…

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Image credit Unsplash+    Middle East and Africa is the only region in the world to have experienced a decline of overall hotel pipeline activities at the end second quarter. CoStar’s June 2025 pipeline data. Europe In construction: 171,503 bedrooms (+3.4%) Final Planning: 74.922 rooms (-19.7%). Planning: 185.311 rooms (+5.4%)  Total under contract: 431,736 (+2.9%) Germany was close behind the United Kingdom (24,711) in terms of total construction rooms. Asia Pacific In construction: 523 672 rooms (+4.0%) Final Planning: 41.705 rooms (-54.4%) Planning: 391,877 rooms (+21.0%) Total Under Contract: 951,254 (+4.2%) China (318 327) ranked first in the construction sector…

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Top 5 Things You Can’t Miss In stunning tasting rooms, enjoy the Valley’s most popular pastime – wine tasting.Sosta House is a bed-and breakfast located in the heart of a vineyard, adjacent to a winery.Hayward is a great place to enjoy seasonal food.Visit quaint towns in the wine country like McMinnville or Newberg to experience a local’s lifestyle.Visit during the summer for food festivals and long daylight, or in the fall to see the harvest. Travelers are often attracted to Oregon You can choose between two things when you visit Portland: the (now) legendary food scene or its rugged beauty.…

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Summertime in Las Vegas It’s a great time. This year, for example, was a great one, with Bruno Mars and the Park MGM hosting Bruno Mars, the Backstreet Boys at the Sphere. pool parties galoreSin City has something to offer everyone. A summer vacation to Vegas can be expensive. According to Budget Your TripThe average cost for a single traveler to spend a week in Vegas is $2,583. That’s not including major ticket items.  What’s the best thing to do now? Visit a Las Vegas rip-off. Travel dupes There are lesser-known places that offer entertainment, dining and fun at lower prices.…

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HVS U.S. Hotel Development Cost Survey 2025    This report compares the cost of construction for hotels across different classes. The research includes a compilation, which shows actual hotel budgets and development costs, as well as a total cost per product/room. INTRODUCTION The lodging industry has shown resilience by maintaining high average daily rates (ADRs) and revenue per room (RevPARs) in 2025 despite flat occupancy. ADR and RevPAR remained at near-record levels compared to 2023 and 20, despite some leisure markets stabilizing or softening. The national occupancy rate remained the same as in 2023. However, hotel revenues grew modestly from year…

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The first luxury hotels in Thailand Opened over a hundred years ago, the most beautiful and affordable hotels promise a trip to Thailand that is just as memorable without the pricey tag. Alongside sprawling Four Seasons, Mandarin Orientals, and Ritz Carltons are beautiful, credit card–pleasing boutique hotels and independent resorts that, if you book the right room at the right time of year, will let you revel in luxurious facilities without spending a fortune. You may be traveling the country or looking for a hotel to compliment your trip. two-week itineraryWhether you choose to stay on one of Thailand’s best…

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The San Luis Valley is located in southern Colorado. Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve The tallest dunes in North America are found here. These dunes rise abruptly out of the shadows of Colorado’s Sangre de Cristo MountainsWinds blowing through mountain passes and recycling sand by wind create the unique formations. While the star attractions, Hidden Dune and Star Dune, tower approximately 750 feet above the valley floor, one of the park’s extraordinary features is Medano Creek, a seasonal stream that emerges in spring and early summer. Fed by snowmelt, Medano Creek—called Colorado’s Natural beach—flows at the dunes’ base, creating…

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ONS reports 84,000 UK job losses in the hospitality sector post-Budget    The Office for National Statistics reported that the hospitality sector lost 84,000 positions since the Budget. This is nearly half of the total job losses in the country during this time period. According to the latest Budget, there have been significant job losses in the hospitality sector since the last Budget. data Office for National Statistics. Since the announcement of the budget, the sector has lost 84,000 jobs. This represents 45% of the total job losses across the economy. This is a 13,000 job loss increase within just one…

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This year’s rustic-chic Lone Mountain Ranch unveiled Auric Room 1915Members-only supper clubs and venues where overnight guests can enjoy fried hen and 18-year-old Elijah Craig whiskey. The hotel, which has its roots in cattle ranches, still dedicates Thursday nights to the rodeo. This is a local favorite, with Montana beef brisket sandwich and lots of beer.Auric Room at Lone Mountain Ranch Lone Mountain RanchIn the Spanish Peaks. Montage Big Sky, which opened in 2021, expanded its lodging options last year with 47 new residences—including 15 freestanding Mountain Homes, each with five or six bedrooms—adding to the resort’s 100 original rooms…

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Paris is often a destination that tourists approach with high hopes. Paris is a city that travelers often approach with high expectations. renowned museums to picturesque parks and charming cafes, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when planning a trip—especially with kids in tow. As a mom of two children, a toddler and 5-year-old who is married to a Parisian native, I have learned to enjoy the City of Light with my family at a relaxed pace. While Paris This city offers many experiences for visitors of all ages. Our family has selected 11 places that are both kid-friendly and adult-friendly,…

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