I recently purchased a one-night auction for the Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach. I was thrilled with everything about the package. The hotel is in a perfect location and the room we received (#415) was literally perched right on the ocean. We had spectacular views of the entire coast.

We also loved the restaurant, Splash. The food was terrific, especially the lime chicken and braised brussel sprouts--trust me on this one. The brie burger was fabulous as well. The paella also ...

Updated 12-28-2012 at 11:41 AM by rsmorrow

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I needed to get away, and purchased a last-minute, five-day vacation experience at Red Mountain Resort in St. George, Utah. Oh my, what a treat this was!

Upon arrival at the St George airport, we were greeted with a huge smile, a cool, scented cloth and a bottle of water. I had landed in heaven. After a short drive to the property, I checked-in and got a golf-cart ride to my villa.

My villa had two entrances, two bathrooms, a huge bedroom & ...

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By Merilee Kern, ‘The Luxe List’ Executive Editor

Locals and tourists alike have become accustomed to visiting the Del Mar Plaza in San Diego for exceptional wining and dining experiences. One cozy new venue - Sip Wine Bar - is already making a tasty mark on the local scene. Not far from the brand new Balinese-styled Pantai Inn in La Jolla – among other San Diego area Luxury Link properties – SIP is a perfect addition to ...

Updated 12-26-2012 at 03:44 PM by merileekern

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Returning for a two night stay, a year later, we noticed some changes with members of the management team, but the property remains an affiliation with Benchmark Hospitality. We felt the property continues to improve the overall guest experience.

As was the case last year, we requested and received an oceanfront cabana suite (#112).....our choice, since we prefer direct access to a ground level covered patio as opposed to the terraces offered on the upper floors. The ground floor ...

Updated 01-04-2013 at 03:05 AM by omegaet

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Hungarian Wedding Yields Hidden Gem

Budapest is not really a last-minute destination, at least not when one lives in Los Angeles as I do. But a nephew’s unexpected wedding announcement and two weeks’ notice prompted a scramble for air and hotel accommodations in Hungary's capital city. Fortunately, I had some inside information (I work at Luxury Link, after all): it turns out one of Budapest’s most unique boutique hotels - St. George Residence - is also ...

Updated 12-19-2012 at 06:52 PM by dmcdavitt

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