Sometimes when we think of luxury travel, we think of lavish vacations abroad. But the truth is, clients can experience just as much luxury right here in the United States. Here’s a list of high-end domestic hotels that can offer your clients the finer things in life.
New Orleans
Even though New Orleans is nicknamed the “Big Easy” and is known for its relaxed atmosphere, the city has an abundance of upscale restaurants and activities to enjoy. Clients should make sure to visit the French Quarter, which is renowned for its cuisine, history and attractions. Recommend restaurants throughout the city like Commander’s Palace, Brennan’s and Restaurant August. After dinner, clients can check out jazz clubs. In fact, the Royal Sonesta Hotel is home to the Jazz Playhouse, an upscale and retro place for your clients to grab some drinks and unwind. Also recommend they check out Cure, a stylish lounge with high-end drinks. Here are our Big Easy luxury hotel picks:
- The Roosevelt, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel
- The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
- The Windsor Court Hotel
- The Royal Sonesta
Chicago
From the rooftop pools to the upscale restaurants and bustling commercial district, Chicago is filled with luxurious opportunities for travelers. It pretty much goes without saying, but when your clients are in Chicago, they should head to the Magnificent Mile. Living up to its name, this area is home to a variety of must-see shops and fine dining experiences. While in Chicago, your clients should also check out the Art Institute of Chicago, the Skydeck on the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower and explore some of the trendy neighborhoods like River North and Wicker Park. For places to stay, explore these high-end options.
Beverly Hills
Just thinking about Beverly Hills evokes images of palm trees, top-of-the-line boutiques and superior dining. Let’s not forget about its close proximity to the ocean. While here, visitors can stroll down Rodeo Drive, stopping in at the expensive shops, pop in the Ciel Spa to relieve themselves of any travel fatigue and dine at Spago, which is celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s sleek bistro that serves locally sourced, farm-to-table California cuisine. To give your clients a truly memorable and luxurious vacation in Beverly Hills, you might book features on VAX such as the Los Angeles Champagne Brunch Cruise or a helicopter tour. On top of that, here are some top hotels to consider.
- Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
- The Peninsula Beverly Hills
- Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
- The Beverly Hills Hotel
New York City
Whether your clients are heading to a Broadway show, visiting the Empire State Building or dining at elegant French restaurants like Daniel, they are sure to have an unforgettable vacation. For daytime activities, they should head to Central Park for a picnic, explore Times Square and visit the Met and the Guggenheim. They’ll get the best rooftop views of the city from the Refinery Rooftop, located at the Refinery Hotel linked below, Ophelia or Westlight, for stunning, panoramic skyline. But with so many top-tier hotels in NYC, it was hard to narrow these down to a list, but here are four that are sure to impress your clients.
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