We are proud to feature the world's very best hotels, tours and cruises and we’re always looking for more great properties for our travelers.  This month we’ve added a lot of exciting new hotels and resorts.  Here is a brief look at a few of our favorites:

The St. Regis Princeville Resort 

Kauai, Hawaii 

The St. Regis Princeville Resort opened its doors in the beginning of October after a mutli-million dollar renovation.  Formerly known as Princeville Resort, the resort is now part of the St. Regis brand and is their first property in Hawaii.  Located on the North Shore of Kauai, the resort boasts stunning ocean views and a wide range of activities.  Guests can take advantage of two nearby golf courses or relax by the 5,000 square foot infinity pool.  Or for the more adventurous, there’s ziplining, kayaking and guided hiking tours. 

The Carlton

New York, New York 

In Manhattan it’s all about location and this historic hotel is in just the right spot.  Located on Madison Avenue in the heart of Manhattan, The Carlton is walking distance to both the Flatiron and Empire State building's as well as Grand Central Station.  One of the most striking features is the iconic stained-glass dome that sits over the hotel bar.  In addition, elegant custom furnishings and a soothing waterfall in the lobby are bound to make a lasting impression. 

For a complete list of the new properties featured on LuxuryLink.com check out our Community page.

Luxury Link staff member Bob Bennett sounds off on why Calistoga Ranch is the ultimate getaway.

One of the reasons Luxury Link is The World’s Leading Luxury Travel Website, is the caliber of the properties we feature.  Every property and package has been carefully examined by travel professionals and meets strict criteria for inclusion.  We’re not going to send you to a property that we wouldn’t stay at ourselves.  Case in point- our Chief Product Officer recently stayed at Calistoga Ranch.  Here are his thoughts on the property:

Where did you go and why?

Bob: My wife and I chose Calistoga Ranch because we loved the architecture and feel of the property.  The guest rooms are free-standing with cedar exteriors tucked in a canyon full of pine trees, it really is spectacular.  We also liked that it’s up in Calistoga which is near a lot of the northern Napa Valley wineries that we wanted to visit. 

What was your favorite part about Napa?

Bob: Visiting the wineries was great.  Bennett Lane Winery not only shares my name but has a car that races on the NASCAR West Circuit- oh and plenty of 90pt wines as well. 

Did you get a chance to dine at the Lakehouse (Calistoga Ranch’s restaurant)?

Bob: We did!  The chef uses a lot of local ingredients and the food is fantastic.  I had the elk and it was delicious.  Walking to the restaurant (or cruising in one of the hotel’s golf carts) is a great way to explore the grounds.  The property has its own pond and we saw deer nearby as we were heading to the restaurant.

Any suggestions for people considering staying at Calistoga Ranch?

Bob: Work with the hotel on your winery visits and dinner reservations.  The service is fantastic and they may be able to get you into a few special tastings and restaurants that otherwise might not be available.

Would you stay there again?

Bob: Absolutely.  It’s so relaxing.  You get to eat and drink like a king, and just unwind in the quiet tree-lined setting.  I’d live there if I could afford it.  They have ownership options, we walked through one and I’ll never forget it.

For more information on Bob and the rest of the Luxury Link team, check out Our Team.

Finding great deals on your favorite Luxury Link properties has never been easier. Luxury Link staff member Dan Davis tells you how to you take advantage of our new deal alert system.

You’re on the hunt for your next dream vacation.  Like a sponge, you soak up all the information you can find.  Photos, amazing accolades, guest reviews from fellow LL travelers, slick Google satellite views – all nudging you in the right direction. 

You find the luxury hotel you’re looking for.  Now to find the perfect package.

We recently introduced a new site feature that keeps tabs on your favorite properties for you.  Simply go to the page of your favorite property, scroll to the section below the current packages and sign up to receive an email alert whenever a new package becomes available.  Now you’re an insider, one of the first to know about any new package for the hotels you love.

So sit back, enjoy browsing the amazing luxury hotels featured on our site and let Luxury Link help scout the way to your next dream vacation. 

At Luxury Link, we work hard to bring you the best deals in luxury travel.  But that doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun along the way!  Daymora gives you the low-down on our annual Summer Beach Bash.

Luxury Link held its 3^rd annual Summer Beach Party earlier this month at Back on the Beach Café in Santa Monica. It was a fun event in a beautiful location and the So Cal weather could not have been more perfect! We threw on our flip flops, enjoyed the scenery, and let loose with our colleagues.

Fun in the sun with a game of beach volleyball.

The party started with tasty appetizers and refreshing beverages. LL family also attended the event and there were kids everywhere you turned! Some of the kids flew a kite; a few of us tossed a football around; adults and children played a game of volleyball; and the less athletically-inclined watched from the sidelines.

CEO Drew Marich with his sons, Griffin and Brady.

As the sunset painted the horizon orange, we moved inside to enjoy our dinner followed by indulgent Sprinkles cupcakes for dessert. For after-dinner entertainment, we put on our poker faces to play some cards through the end of the night.

Kat’ plays a winning hand.

It was a great afternoon and we all enjoyed spending time together outside of the office. Looking forward to next year’s party!