by Chelsea Martin | Jun 29, 2017 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
GIRL’S TRIP! Rewind a few months ago when I was scheduled to go to Italy for work. I knew I wanted to post-extend this trip and head to a country I had never been to, which brought me to Portugal. After doing some research and meeting with hoteliers, I knew...
by Chelsea Martin | Jun 6, 2017 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
Grand Hotel Tremezzo has been on my “must stay” list for as long as I could remember. First off, it is one of the most iconic properties on Lake Como. Also, the location is ideal on the northern side of Lake Como with just a quick ferry ride...
by Chelsea Martin | May 25, 2017 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
Even though I studied abroad in Florence for nearly 5 months, I had really only spent a couple days in Rome. We did all of the sites and tours, but I never felt like I truly experienced the essence of Roma. When I found out that I would be headed to Italy this year, I...
by Chelsea Martin | Mar 3, 2017 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
This past December I took a girls trip to Paris with my friend Taylor, and we started our trip off at Le Bristol. Paris at Christmastime is magical in itself, but then enters Le Bristol. This iconic hotel (think the movie Midnight in Paris) is classic Parisian in the...
by Chelsea Martin | Nov 11, 2016 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
When I studied abroad in Firenze, I thought the Four Seasons was something straight out of a magical fairytale. Their private gardens, passionfruit martinis served in the most elegant fashion, and experiencing some of the best service I had ever had during my short...
by Chelsea Martin | Oct 12, 2016 | Destinations, Europe, Hotels
I’m moving into Villa Cora. I know I jokingly say this about a lot of properties, but this time I may actually be serious. Let’s just say negotiations are underway with the hotel. The city of Firenze holds a special place in my heart every since I studied...
