Our 20 Favorite Projects From the World Architecture News Interior Design Awards Long List


Updated 01/20/12 12:45 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

World Architecture News 2011 Interior Design Awards Long List

World Architecture News has just released the long list of nominated interior design projects across the world, and there's a lot of gorgeous decor and designs to behold (check out the complete long list here). Angela and I picked out our favorite projects to form two top 10 lists, with projects encompassing everything from restaurants in China to apartments in Barcelona. Keep clicking to take in Read more

Take a Look Back at Our Favorite Hotels of the Year


Updated 12/28/11 1:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Hotels of 2011

Whether you're an international jet-setter or an armchair traveler, exploring beautiful hotels never gets old. Some of these hotels may become destinations for you in the next year, while others may be ones you visit in your daydreams. I know that I've found plenty of inspiration from these destinations this year. From the funky to the fabulous, come take a look at some of the great hotels, inns, Read more

The Awesomely Outrageous Design of Hotel ZaZa


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Hotel ZaZa in Dallas Photos

Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the ninth-largest city in the United States. This posh city knows how to keep its social sphere booming – it's full of luxurious restaurants, modern bars and nightclubs, and shopping centers that rival NYC and LA. If you find yourself visiting Dallas for business or pleasure, consider staying at Hotel ZaZa, one of the most grandiose and trendy Read more

Enjoy Texas-Style Hospitality at Juniper Hills Farm and Onion Creek Kitchens


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Juniper Hills Farm Photos

As a former Texas Hill Country resident, I have a major soft spot in my heart for this utterly charming area of the country, and Juniper Hills Farm, located in the Hill Country region, is no exception. Owned and operated by Travis "Sibby" Barrett, the farm offers lodging, yoga retreats, workshops, and cooking classes through the farm's Onion Creek Kitchens. Sibby grew up in Texas and San Miguel Read more

Awesome Airbnb Bachelor Pads


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Airbnb Bachelor Rentals

Looking for a place to stay on your next vacation, but want something a little less traditional than your regular tourist setup? If you're not familiar with the Airbnb world, it's time to get acquainted. Airbnb strives to build relationships with guests and their hosts in order to see culture from the eyes of a true local. There are options available for a range of prices and styles all over the Read more

Enjoy Modern Luxury in Atlanta's Historic Stonehurst Place


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Stonehurst Place in Atlanta Offers Eco Luxury

I have yet to have the good luck to set foot in Atlanta, but when I do, I'm hoping to book a stay at Stonehurst Place. This gorgeous art-filled 19th century mansion in Atlanta's historic Midtown neighborhood offers everything I love in a travel destination. From luxurious linens to beautiful décor, and from eco-modern features to delicious meals, this bed and breakfast may make you reconsider Read more

Stay in Tangier-Inspired Luxury at the Korakia Pensione


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Korakia Pensione Luxury Hotel in Palm Springs

From the very moment we saw this beautiful hotel, we were smitten. Initially, I could not believe that the Korakia Pensione wasn't located in some magical, distant Mediterranean country, and was actually located in Palm Springs. Korakia aims to "blend the silhouette of Tangier with a whisper of the Mediterranean." They had me at Tangier. Nothing feels too over the top about the designs in this Read more

Budget Travel: 8 Rooms Around the World For Under $100


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Where Can I Rent Out Cheap Rooms?

Hotels and flights make up the bulk of travel expenses so to greatly reduce your trip budget, you need to tackle both. It's a lot harder to save on the flight — you'll have to constantly check to see if the ticket prices are going up or down, and you also have to keep an eye out for deals. It's generally hard to save on hotels as well, but there's now a great cheaper alternative: Airbnb.com. Read more

Stay in Nostalgic Modern Luxury at Portland's The Nines


Updated 09/22/11 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Photos of Portland Hotel The Nines

While Portland may be known for its artsy, blogging inhabitants and gourmet food trucks, there's also serious elegance to be discovered in the rainy Oregon city. Top on the list is The Nines, a luxury hotel situated atop the landmark Meier & Frank Building. Designed by ForrestPerkins, the hotel was awarded with Best Hotel for the 2009 boutique DESIGN Awards. What's more, the hotel also landed Read more

Home Away From Home: The Porches Inn


Updated 09/12/11 11:18 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Art Hotel in the Berkshires

With Fall upon us, I've been dreaming of the Northeast and all the gorgeous warm colors the season brings to the leaves. Tucked into the Berkshires, North Adams, MA is an artsy town, home to the Fall Foliage Festival in early October. But where to stay for the main event? Look no further than The Porches Inn. Porches was inspired by MASS MoCA, the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, "a Read more