Seventeen miles from Paris and within the grounds of the Château de Versailles, Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle hotel offers views over the 1663 Le Vau Orangerie, the 3.7 acre d’Eau des Suisses and the former de facto capital of France.As well as the chance of living like an Austrian archduchess, dauphine and royal consort, being addressed as the “Widow Capet” or “Madame Deficit” (or worse) and being generally treated by everybody like the last queen of France and Navarre.Louis X111 built a hunting lodge in Versailles 1623. In 1682, having extended it, Louis XIV moved the seat of his court and government there. After the French Revolution, between 1810 and 1814, Napoleon used it as his summer residence. The former wooded wetland became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.

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Gingham isn’t all Kansas. It’s worldwide. Dorothy Gale has her gingham goddess rivals. Pippa and Winnie.

In England and Wales.

The MGM lot, Culver City mid-American look is now an international one.

“Gingham speaks to all age groups. It is loved worldwide and will be loved for many years to come.”


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If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into a Wild West movie—riding across sun-drenched hills, tossing back a whiskey in a frontier saloon, or bedding down in a jail cell turned guest room—then saddle up. As someone who’s exploring dude ranches across the American West, I can tell you Tombstone Monument Ranch & Cattle Company isn’t just a place—it’s an experience. Let me take you on a journey through time, where history comes alive with every hoofbeat and high desert breeze. This isn’t just storytelling—it’s trail riding on the page.

To read the full article by Photo. Travel. Write. columnist Julie Diebolt Price via Luxe Beat Magazine.

Margazhi is the Tamil month running from 15 Nov-15 Jan when Chennai, formerly known as Madras, pulsates with over a hundred classical musical and dance concerts every night. This is the season of festivities and clement climes luring tourists. The South Indian city is captivating international travellers with its unique blend of culture, contemporary cool and indeed cocktails! Planning to visit Madras over the unique month of Margazhi? Then here’s where you should punctuate your concerts with, lingering a while over the best martinis, margaritas and muddled drinks in town!

To read the full article by Davanshi Mody visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Of all the great food cultures I’ve been interested in, Italy is easily in the top three. Who among us Americans hasn’t had spaghetti, lasagna, or pizza? Whether we realize it or not, Italian food makes its way into our lives. When I got the invitation to visit Castello di Albola, I jumped on the offer. Thanks to a story I wrote about the 1804 Inn at Barboursville Vineyards, Luca Pascina passed the story on to Zonin Wine Company, the owners of Barboursville Vineyards. My wife and I had dreamed of visiting Tuscany and now we had the chance. We planned to visit in November to arrive in truffle season and have fewer tourists crowding the popular cities of Florence and Siena. I would have several months to plan the trip and get help from unlikely sources along the way.

To read the full article by Taste of Travel 2 columnist Kurt Jacobson visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

If you live in the Seattle area and crave a quick getaway, there are numerous options. But if your caveats include a scenic waterfront, top rated dining options and an upscale property with all the creature comforts, you’ll find the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa in Kirkland checks all the boxes. This boutique hotel is located on the picturesque shores of Lake Washington and boasts the Olympic Mountains as its backdrop. It’s the ideal spot to relax and rejuvenate, whether you want to be pampered at the property’s newly renovated spa or connect with nature on a lakeside stroll or bike ride. Or maybe paddle a kayak in one of the clearest, freshwater lakes in WA State. 

To read the full article by Put a Pin in It! colunist Debbie Stone visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

When most cruisers consider a Croatian sailing around the Adriatic, they opt to visit the country’s southern coast gems: exuberant Split, the country’s second-largest city and probably the best place to view buzzing Dalmatian life, or Dubrovnik, the ancient walled fortress with its stately baroque buildings.  I venture north to the chic Adriatic seaside resort town of Opatija, located at the foot of the Ucka mountains, seemingly a world away from the glitzy southern tourist hotspots. During the Austrian-Hungarian empire, Opatija was home to the elite, many of whom resided in its belle epoque villas.

To read the full article by Nick Kontis visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Vancouver is an international playground for every season and every reason under the sun. It’s sophisticated, funky, fashionable neighborhoods and unparalleled natural beauty attract travelers from around the globe. Whether you are extending your cruise vacation or visiting Vancouver for business or leisure, the Fairmont Pacific Rim, a Forbes Five Star hotel, will raise your bar on luxury level accommodation. The Fairmont Pacific Rim’s ideal central location–set between mountain and harbor views– is just the start of the story. The range and quality of its many assets make this a hands-down choice for those discriminating guests it warmly welcomes.

To read the full article by Diane Sukiennik and Michael Reiss visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Always seeking to push the boundaries of innovation and design, the entry model from Ferretti Yacht’s INFYNITO series, the INFYNITO 90, aims to chart a new course for the Italian yard. Making her global debut at the 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival, this ingenious 26.9-meter flybridge yacht combines advanced design, enhanced functionality, and sustainable innovation into one bold package. Featuring an exterior design penned by Filippo Salvetti and interiors by Ideaeitalia, the INFYNITO 90 blends together aesthetics and performance while offering owners a new yachting experience. Her name, INFYNITO, is a play on the Ferretti Yachts, and it is reportedly also in reference to the “infinite” onboard yachting experience that she offers, connecting owners to the horizon in unprecedented ways, according to yard. With its groundbreaking layout, including an all-season terrace, sky lounge, and the new F.S.E.A. (Ferretti Sustainable Enhanced Architecture) technology, the INFYNITO 90 strives to take Ferretti Yachts into uncharted waters. Here, we take a closer look at some of the reasons that make the Ferretti INFYNITO 90 unique in her class.

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A hunting party rides into camp across the lake through the rising morning mist. Red and blue tents are assembled. Meat is roasting on a spit. Food and wine are abundant—Fletchers’ ready bows, arrows, and quivers. A king and his queen arrive on horseback with their entourage.
Imagine the scene surrounding Hever Castle in the 1530s. This castle, steeped in history, witnessed the rise and fall of dynasties, making it a captivating destination for history buffs. It was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second wife, and mother of Queen Elizabeth I.

To read the full article by Hotel Scouts columnists Mary Charlebois and Kevin Scanlon visit Luxe Beat Magazine.