Eco-friendly Amee Farm A brand-new, eco-friendly 12 room lodge has opened right near the popular tourist region of Killington,Vermont.  The lodge, called Amee Farm, dates to 1793, and was recently structurally refurbished using sustainable methods.  In addition, the lodge is fueled with hydroelectric, solar, and geo thermal energy, the insulation is made from soy, and the interior has been done with milk paint.  Each guest room offers hand-selected antiques, as well as organic bed and bath linens, and organic toiletries. Amee Farm also features a solar-powered green house across the street, which houses the farm’s organic gardens.  Produce, in-season, is sold at an on-site farm stand.  There’s also a working farm, which houses Scottish Highlanders, chickens, and sheep. The 12 eclectically decorated rooms include rooms with double beds, queen beds, and king beds.  In addition, rooms include furniture and fixtures created and designed by the resident artist Barre Pinske...[more »]

            Fashion House Barcelona, Spain Fashion House Bed and Breakfast is one of my favorite places to recommend in the city. I live in Barcelona, and often get visitors who want to stay in the heart of downtown and take in all the Barcelona buzz. This is understandable, but at the end of the day most will agree that it is nice to step out of Barcelona’s bustle, into your own B&B oasis. Enter Fashion House. In the Eixample zone of the city, Fashion House is about three blocks away from Plaza Catalunya, the city’s main square and nearby bus lines, the Metro and many restaurants and tapas bars. The location, in short, is superb. But this is not actually why I like Fashion House. I love it because of A) its quirky name and B) its stylish rooms, reasonable price and first-class service. The B&B offers single, doubles and triple rooms all outfitted with heating and AC. There is also a lovely patio to enjoy coffees and breakfast on, especially pleasant from s...[more »]

Each year, hotels throughout the world disseminate packages geared towards couples – enticing them to experience a romantic weekend with a view, rose-hued champagne and artisan chocolates. This year, the musically historic Buckingham is inviting not the duets – but soloists – to enjoy an Un-Valentine’s Day special. Starting at $205 per night, singles who book a room around Valentine’s Day Weekend will receive admission to the 1st Annual Valentine’s Day Ball at the Hudson Terrace where, yes, chocolate-covered strawberries, a champagne reception, and new love await. Buckingham Entrance This package is valid from February 11th through February 28th 2010 and has a minimum stay of two nights. Visitors who book before or after Valentine’s Day, will receive admission to Hudson Terrace along with a complimentary champagne toast at the bar. The Buckingham Hotel is an intimate, 100-suite boutique property that provides guests with the unique experience of New York living combined w...[more »]