Throughout the Caribbean, there are countless “all-inclusive” resorts, but many of them very broadly define the phrase, which makes it difficult to budget for a trip when you anticipate being hit with lots of hidden charges and up-sells once you arrive.

The Four Seasons George V hotel is to Paris what the Waldorf Astoria is to New York or the Ritz is to London—it is simply “the” places to stay and be seen. The hotel was built in 1928 and converted to a Four Seasons hotel in 1999 following a two-year $125 million renovation. The original Art Deco detailing, 17th century tapestries and 18th centiry Florentine chandeliers have been restored and adorn the lobby. Marble columns and floors, museum pieces and huge fresh flower arrangements dominate the public areas. The refurbished state-of-the-art landmark hotel is located in the most fashionable quarter of Paris, steps from the Champs-Elysees and a short walk to the Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde and the Eiffel Tower.

South Beach and downtown Miami continue to be the destinations of choice for the glitterati, but you don’t have to be a celebrity to enjoy a taste of the high life. All you need is a comparable pocketbook, or to dutifully save for your indulgence of choice. Spend the day at one of Miami’s sexy resort spas to enjoy exotic pampering treatments designed with premium products. The heat is on at these high-end spas.

Dubai’s recent financial woes have caused quite a bit of concern amongst the world’s greatest economic powers. The wealthy emirate was, until recently, one of the most desirable, glamorous, over-the-top destinations on earth. …

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Phoenix, Arizona is one of the most popular winter vacation destinations for people from the colder regions of the U.S. Some “snowbirds” come for the beautiful desert scenery and pleasant wintertime temps, while others …

Visiting a spa or salon is often a hit-or-miss activity in Southern California. Sure, there are innumerable options to choose from, but many of the more stylish venues lack the kind of treatments and …

It is seldom easy to find an all-in-one vacation that combines a balance of relaxation and activity. Spas can offer infinite possibilities for pampering mind and body, but there are few opportunities for adventure …

Club Med Cancun was formerly an adults-only playground. It is located on some of Cancun’s finest real estate. Luckily for families, the resort has dropped the restrictions on kids and has created youth-oriented …