Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover luxury hotels and travel from my home base in NYC. Forbes Travel Guide recently announced its 2023 Star Awards, which ...

From delicious room service to luxury linens, booking a five-star hotel conjures feelings of rest and relaxation. However, a five-star booking doesn’t necessarily mean the same level of quality in ...

Usually, hotels compete for the chance to provide their guests with an unforgettable vacation. Some manage to do this quite well, although not always in a “positive” way — for instance, when there’s a ...

Seeking a vacation, or staycation, where your only requirement is to sit back, relax and drift into a state of bliss? You're ready to book a stay at one of these luxury hotels. Whether you're off to ...

It’s difficult to earn a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award — only 20 percent of all hotels rated attain the honor — but it’s even harder to maintain it. The Langham, Chicago hit a hot streak, ...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - While managers at every hotel hope for five-star reviews, the team at Historic Hotel Bethlehem is looking for a record breaking five-star review and it's inviting the community to get ...