March 21, 2018 Top 10 swim-up bars Who doesn’t like to get their drink on while taking a dip? It’s both the ultimate cool down and the possibly best way to spice up a relaxing vacation. We’re craving some refreshing fun in the sun, so we’ve picked our favorite places to liquor up — all from the cool comforts of hotels’ pools. So get your blender and piña colada mix ready — you’ll be thirsting for a fruity cocktail after browsing these awesome hotel pool bars.
March 21, 2018 Top 10 Hawaii golf resorts Whether you're a diehard golfer or just getting into the swing of the game, you're sure to appreciate championship fairways that come with their own luxury hotel. Here are the top 10 golf hotels in Hawaii, presented in alphabetical order.
March 21, 2018 10 romantic getaways in Washington State Couples have a lot of reasons to be attracted to the Evergreen State. From sleek Seattle boutiques to secluded inns on the San Juan Islands, there’s a little something for every romantic in this corner of the Pacific Northwest. Outdoorsy couples will love hiking in the romantic Snoqualmie Valley, in the shadow of one of Washington’s many waterfalls, while city-slickers will fall in love with Seattle’s funky food scene and vibrant nightlife. So if you’re planning a romantic getaway with that special someone to Washington State, be sure to consider these hotels ready for romance.
March 21, 2018 7 stunning jungle and rainforest retreats Going to the beach is nice and all, but there’s something about hiding away in the jungle that really gets our travel juices flowing. The lush scenery, the wildlife spottings, the chorus of birds and insects, and the gorgeous rustic-luxe retreats all help rejuvenate us like nothing else. For those still craving a little sun and sand, plenty of our rainforest and jungle picks are on or near the beach. So go ahead — take a walk on the wild side.
March 21, 2018 10 party hotels on the cheap Spring is the kick-off to a season of boozing on the beach, guzzling drinks by the pool, and staying up to the wee hours. If partying is as much of a priority as pampering on your next vacation, you’ll want to check out these ten party hotels that won’t bust your budget. So go ahead and order that next round. Your room is just upstairs.
March 21, 2018 7 must-swim rooftop pools in the U.S. If you haven’t been in a rooftop pool since that time your Uncle Gene threw a plastic inflatable tub on the roof then sprayed you with a hose, then this is the guide you’re looking for. Not only do these pools top some of the most luxurious hotels in the country, but they fuse that basic human urge to sit in water and look down at the world.
March 21, 2018 Top 8 affordable island getaways An “island getaway” doesn’t necessarily translate into washing up on the shores of the Caribbean. Plenty of other islands in the U.S. boast the same laid-back, secluded feel that you can find in Barbados or Jamaica, but often come at a fraction of those sky-high all-inclusive rates; you’ll at least save some cash on airfare! For perhaps unconventional, but nonetheless awesome, island stays, check out our top picks for value, sun, and fun!
March 21, 2018 Beijing's most cutting edge architecture Chinese architecture hasn’t slowed since the 2008 Olympics and the unveiling of the Bird's Nest. Thanks to new buildings by such starchitects as Zaha Hadid opening this past year, Beijing has become the “it” spot for seeing cool, cutting edge architecture. Here’s a quick tour of the main highlights for the design-savvy traveler.
March 21, 2018 7 weirdest hotel freebies Everyone knows that we here at Oyster.com love freebies. After all, we talk about them a lot — and we mean a lot. But when you’re shelling out hard-earned cash for your hotel room, it’s nice when the hotel recognizes that and throws in some perks “just because.” We’ve already gone through the freebies we love, and honestly kind of expect, but we’ve yet to go through all the freebies that really took us by surprise — and sometimes even made us laugh! Some you can bring home with you, some are just on loan, but all of these amenities are funky, looney, and downright fabulous.
March 21, 2018 Top 10 small towns in America While America’s iconic big cities may attract the majority of starry-eyed tourists, small towns are the nation’s true gems. The folks at Fodor’s have recent released this year’s picks for the best small towns in America. Scouring the nation for quaint hometown treasures was not an easy task. The editors at Fodor’s set parameters for the selection process, like the size of the town (had to have a population of less than 50,000) and unique attractions (like good eats, museums or landscape). From the hills to the valleys and from sea to shining sea, here are the 10 best small towns in America.
