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Get The Look of the Olive Exclusive Hotel in Namibia
By Sara Bliss on May 14, 2012Pairing traditional African style with contemporary design, the Olive Exclusive Hotel in Namibia is the vision of South African photographer Micky Hoyle. The 7-suites, a blend of rustic and glamorous design elements, are some of the most alluring hotel rooms I’ve seen. So many wonderful design ideas to crib here: RUSTIC LIGHTING: One of the things I love best here is how […] -
Christene Barberich Checks Into Matachica
By Sara Bliss on May 10, 2012When I started out in publishing in the late 90s, my first “articles” were 100 word news pieces at House Beautiful where I was an assistant editor. Of course, I wanted to be tackling bigger word counts and cooler topics (for a while I covered not-so-exciting subjects like the Hearth Expo and new roofing materials). Thankfully, I connected with Christene […] -
Is there travel in your future? Travel Psychic Linda Lauren has the answers
By Sara Bliss on May 8, 2012Are you going to be traveling to far flung destinations this year? Would you be happier booking a trip to Mumbai or Manhattan? What date and time should you book your flights to avoid delays, cancelations, and bad weather? If you’re looking for answers to any travel-related questions, psychic Linda Lauren has the answers. I have to admit I was […] -
From the Beginning….
By Sara Bliss on April 13, 2012The lobby of the Hotel Sainte Beuve in Paris It’s been a little over a year since I launched Hotel Chic and I often get asked what inspired me to launch the blog. I think my first post sums it up nicely so I am reposting below. Happy weekend! Several years ago I was in Paris for a work assignment […] -
Christiane Lemieux checks into Coqui Coqui in Tulum, Mexico
By Sara Bliss on March 30, 2012Design guru Christiane Lemieux‘s DwellStudio line has earned her a devoted following who eagerly snap up her hip prints and groovy furniture. One of the reasons for the brand’s success is that Christiane has an incredible ability to not only tap into what’s next when it comes to design, but she also truly understands how people really want to live. From […] -
Guest Post: Wanderlust Women Travel’s Lisa Fantino Checks into the Grand Bretagne in Athens
By Sara Bliss on March 18, 2012Without a doubt, one of the greatest architectural marvels in history is the Parthenon which sits atop the heavenly Acropolis in Greece. Since it had long been a dream of mine to visit this marvel of the ancient world, I had to book a room with a view. Now, there are many such hotels in central Athens which can provide […]