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Virtual Vacation to Australia’s Southern Ocean Lodge
By Sara Bliss on December 1, 2012When you imagine an eco resort, most likely you don’t envision anything as modern and glamorous as Australia’s Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island. The 21 glass-enclosed suites are perched on a cliff overlooking sweeping views of the Southern Ocean. The design illustrates how contemporary architecture can merge beautifully with a wild and rugged landscape. Australian based architect Max Pritchard was […] -
Virtual Vacation to Bali’s Ubud Hanging Gardens
By Sara Bliss on October 19, 2012It is torrential in NYC today. Which has me dreaming of Bali. Culture, jungle, beach, architecture, design, food…..Bali is heaven. Ubud Hanging Gardens is a 28-room boutique hotel perched cliffside in the jungle near the cultural mecca of Ubud. It is right near the Monkey Forest, countless temples, and the Ubud palace. The villas, all done in a traditional Balinese […] -
Virtual Vacation at Song Saa in Cambodia
By Sara Bliss on July 22, 2012Looking to escape somewhere incredibly remote and undiscovered? Check into Cambodia’s first private island resort, Song Saa. The resort is situated on 2 neighboring islands in the Koh Dong archipelago. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, 20 miles off of the coast of Cambodia, most of the neighboring islands only have small fishing villages, while most are completely uninhabited. The […] -
Virtual Vacation at Phulay Bay in Thailand
By Sara Bliss on June 25, 2012Seeking serenity and seclusion in a sophisticated, yet exotic setting? Then spectacular Phulay Bay in Krabi, Thailand is your dream destination. Located in Krabi, a gorgeous part of Southern Thailand, Phulay Bay is 2 hours by car from Phuket (30 minutes by high speed boat). Krabi boasts lush rainforests, gorgeous beaches, and a sparkling sea with dozens of uninhabited islands. […] -
Virtual Vacation at Lamai Serengeti in Tanzania
By Sara Bliss on May 30, 2012For those of you looking for adventure, it doesn’t get much better than the Lamai Serengeti located in the northern section of the breathtaking Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Owned by Nomad Tanzania, one of the top safari companies in the region, Lamai Serengeti boasts 12 rooms that offer views of the Mara River Valley. The lodge is incredibly unobtrusive, […] -
Off the Grid at Australia’s Capella Lodge
By Sara Bliss on March 13, 2012I don’t know about you, but I love being unplugged. I love turning off my phone and being totally unreachable. No editors with brilliant ideas to expand my stories that I’ve already handed in. No reminders about appointments, deadlines, or obligations while I’m spending time with my family. No emails demanding to be responded to within minutes. Just peace! But […]
Virtual Vacation
SARA BLISSAs a freelance design and travel writer, I am always on the lookout for the most innovative and glamorous hotels. I started Hotel Chic as a travel/design blog to showcase the coolest hotels around the globe, and show you how to bring the look home. Whether you use this site to plan your next trip, redecorate your bedroom, or check into an amazing hotel without leaving your couch, I hope Hotel Chic will be a source of inspiration. Read full bio.