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There’s something about a hotel room. Of course, some are downright terrifying, but a stay in many — even those that aren’t over-the-top luxe — feels like a special treat; the bed is plush, every piece of decor feels seamlessly integrated with the next, the bathroom is cleaned for you, and your “delivery” order comes…
Chicago always makes the top 10 list of the most visited U.S. destinations, and its particularly “hot” in the summertime – probably because it’s not so, well, hot. While the Windy City’s winters are infamously brutal, summers here are mild and sunny. In fact, statistics show that Chicago was the second most popular U.S. city…
From those we walk upon to those we would never set foot on, chances are you’ve marveled at the engineering feats of some very cool bridges in your lifetime. And if not? Follow this list to some of the coolest bridges from all corners of the world — and where you should stay to get…
You may be familiar with the Chinese system of Feng Shui , an ancient method of creating harmony and maximizing the flow of life force in rooms and buildings through the correct placement of furniture and other objects. While Feng Shui has been around in China and parts of Southeast Asia for thousands of years,…
Cheeky decor at the cheekily named Clink78 in London Hotels come in all shapes and sizes but the intriguing ones are often those with hidden (and not-so-hidden) former “lives.” And what better makes a storied past than a former self as a prison? Let’s face it, there’s just something about the idea of spending the…
It’s a fun job to do what we do at Oyster.com; every day, we add new hotel properties to our site — with comprehensive reviews, hundreds of photos (including bird’s eye view pics taken with our drone), and dozens of panoramas — so, no matter where you want to go, you can get an accurate…
Beach at the Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat Active volcanoes, dense rain forests, pristine beaches, and crashing surf — when it comes to tropical getaways, Costa Rica just might have it all. Oyster.com has been all over the world, and time and time again we find ourselves returning to this special place, in part because…
Quirky guest rooms and artsy interiors are rampant in boutique hotels, but we’ve also noticed chain properties — even known budget-friendly ones — investing in chic decor to lure design-minded travelers. One hotel brand that has pleasantly surprised us is Best Western, which operates over 4,000 hotels across the world. Within the brand’s three levels…
There’s nothing like a cozy fire to stoke the flames of romance There’s nothing quite like crackling embers and warm flames to stoke the heat — romantic heat, that is. A roaring fire is like a sultry winter whisper, gently coaxing you to snuggle up under the blankets with someone special. The only thing better…
Pinterest and Martha Stewart may have stellar design and decor tips, but we love drawing inspiration from the thousands of gorgeous hotels we’ve visited. From expertly mixing luxe patterns, hanging basket chairs, or even going full-on fairy tale, hotels can provide ideas for any type of style. Plus, instead of forking over $500/night for a…