Kyoto’s historic machiya houses are being repurposed as galleries, cafes, hotels, and more. It’s a symbol of a timeless city struggling to balance tradition against tourism.
Tag: Destination Hotels
Oaxaca Knows What it Takes to Stay Unique
What does a naked protest against McDonald’s tell us about the boutique hotels of Oaxaca, Mexico? Everything.
Chile’s Atacama Desert Comes Into View
Patagonia gets the bulk of the attention, but Chile’s Atacama desert is growing in popularity thanks to its equally riveting scenery, history, and hotels.
Surf Towns of the California Central Coast
Central California’s undiscovered, undeveloped, unpretentious surf villages are a dying breed. And for the unfamiliar, they probably seem too good to be true.
Paris Hotels That Steer Clear of the Mainstream
The only thing boutique hotels have in common these days is a desire to be different. You know it when you see it, and you’ll see it at these hotels in Paris.
Riad Hotels in the Old Medinas of Morocco
Morocco’s labyrinthine medinas were built to slow and confuse invaders. Now, those twisting streets are a desirable feature for modern travelers. So are the riad hotels hidden throughout.