The Expert-Led Course All Aspiring Travel Journalists Should Take
A common question we receive at Hotels Above Par is, “How can I become a travel writer, too?” And while our past answers have centered around “pitch, pitch,…
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The Hottest Boutique Hotel Openings of Fall 2023
From Asheville to Athens, we’ve rounded up our favorite boutique hotels due to open this autumn. Read on to see which ones made our wish list. The Radical…
A Guide to Estonia: Europe’s Burgeoning Travel Destination
Convincing you to notice lesser-popular yet must-visit destinations is one of our favorite pastimes at HAP. And to that tune is Estonia, a small Baltic nation that has…
6 Underrated European Destinations to Put on Your Radar
Yes, Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, and London are often travelers’ first choices when heading to Europe. That said, as your travel gurus who are lovers of a damn good,…
This Former Maharaja Palace in Jaipur Is Now a Beautiful Boutique Hotel
The Raj Palace — a Small Luxury Hotels of the World member — is a luxe, inimitable stay In India’s ‘Pink City,’ Jaipur. Built by the aristocratic Maharajas…
Madeira Destination Guide
Dubbed “The Hawaii of Europe,” Madeira beguiles all who visit: verdant slopes, balmy temperatures, arboreal stretches, and craggy coastlines help cultivate the island’s nickname. Despite being part of…
A Pocket Guide to Spending Summertime in the Catskills
Need to get out of Manhattan for the weekend? We’ve partnered with Audi Tri-State Dealers, who boast a top-line fleet of vehicles that make for the perfect road…
8 Unique Experiences You Can Only Find in San Francisco
It’s no secret that San Francisco is home to some of the country’s most eclectic neighborhoods, incredible restaurants, iconic landmarks, historic architecture, and so much more. It’s safe…
The Tasty Manhattan Restaurant Thai Food Lovers Must Try
Meet Wan Wan, your new favorite Thai place in NYC’s Nolita neighborhood; the latest restaurant from Rivers and Hills Hospitality group — you might know them for their other…
The Hottest Boutique Hotel Openings of Summer 2023
We’ve rounded up the hottest 2023 boutique hotel openings this summer. Read on to see which stays we chose. Hotel San Fernando (Mexico City, Mexico) Boutique hotel group…