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Gioietta Ospitalita in Modica: boutique B&B with terrace views and heartfelt hospitality
Italy, Lodging Michael Hodgson 3/25/24 Italy, Lodging Michael Hodgson 3/25/24

Gioietta Ospitalita in Modica: boutique B&B with terrace views and heartfelt hospitality

Looking for a base in Modica’s old town? Gioietta Ospitalità delivers calm, design-forward rooms, a city-view terrace/balconies for golden-hour photos, and a super-walkable location close to eateries and sights—perfect for exploring southeast Sicily.

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Why we love Craignair Inn: historic waterfront hotel with a standout restaurant
Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 11/15/23 Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 11/15/23

Why we love Craignair Inn: historic waterfront hotel with a standout restaurant

Looking for a peaceful MidCoast Maine base? Craignair Inn sits right on the water in Spruce Head with cozy rooms, sweeping tides, and The Causeway restaurant on site. Stroll the Clark Island causeway at golden hour, then explore Rockland and classic lighthouses nearby. 

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Grindelwald First Mountain Hotel review: mountaintop chalet with Eiger views
Switzerland, Lodging HI Travel Tales 6/28/23 Switzerland, Lodging HI Travel Tales 6/28/23

Grindelwald First Mountain Hotel review: mountaintop chalet with Eiger views

Want sunrise over the Eiger without a 4 a.m. hike? Check into Grindelwald First Mountain Inn—a mountaintop chalet steps from the Cliff Walk and the trail to Bachalpsee, with instant access to First’s Flyer/Glider, carts, and Trottibikes. Cozy rooms, huge views, unforgettable golden hours.

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Best places to stay in Mendocino: top hotels, inns, & B&Bs
California, Lodging Therese Iknoian 5/2/23 California, Lodging Therese Iknoian 5/2/23

Best places to stay in Mendocino: top hotels, inns, & B&Bs

Planning a Mendocino getaway? This guide breaks down where to stay—Fort Bragg, Mendocino, Little River, and Elk—with pros/cons by vibe: secluded luxury (Inn at Newport Ranch), harbor hideaway (Noyo Harbor Inn), ocean-view B&Bs (Brewery Gulch, Little River Inn, Elk Cove), plus sustainable options and nearby things to do.

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Mendocino’s Elk Cove Inn: cliff-top B&B with big views and homemade breakfasts
California, Lodging HI Travel Tales 2/21/23 California, Lodging HI Travel Tales 2/21/23

Mendocino’s Elk Cove Inn: cliff-top B&B with big views and homemade breakfasts

Craving a laid-back Mendocino escape? Elk Cove Inn delivers cliff-top ocean views, cozy cottages and rooms, homemade breakfasts, and pet-friendly touches—plus private beach access and an easy jump to redwood hikes, wineries, and Highway 1 scenery.

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Hotel Au Violon: Basel Old Town’s historic prison-turned boutique stay with a French twist
Switzerland, Lodging HI Travel Tales 1/21/23 Switzerland, Lodging HI Travel Tales 1/21/23

Hotel Au Violon: Basel Old Town’s historic prison-turned boutique stay with a French twist

Looking for a memorable Basel base? Hotel Au Violon puts you in the heart of Old Town inside the historic Lohnhof—think boutique rooms, a courtyard brasserie, and an easy lift down to Barfüsserplatz for museums and trams.

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The Inn at Newport Ranch: Luxurious Mendocino coast hideaway on 2,200 wild acres
California, Lodging HI Travel Tales 12/16/22 California, Lodging HI Travel Tales 12/16/22

The Inn at Newport Ranch: Luxurious Mendocino coast hideaway on 2,200 wild acres

Set on 2,200 acres above the Pacific, The Inn at Newport Ranch blends cliff-top drama with redwood quiet. Wander 25 miles of private trails, soak in a water-tower hot tub, and savor guest-only dining—an intimate Mendocino Coast base for slow, scenic adventures.

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Hotel Rochat, Basel: historic Old-Town stay near the university—quiet, central, affordable
Switzerland, Europe, Lodging HI Travel Tales 11/2/22 Switzerland, Europe, Lodging HI Travel Tales 11/2/22

Hotel Rochat, Basel: historic Old-Town stay near the university—quiet, central, affordable

Looking for a quiet, central Basel stay? Hotel Rochat sits in the Old Town near the university in a historic 1899 building—modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, A/C, and fast tram access to SBB and Barfüsserplatz.

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Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald: best Jungfrau-Region stay for Eiger views, spa, & Swiss hospitality
Switzerland, Europe, Lodging HI Travel Tales 10/13/22 Switzerland, Europe, Lodging HI Travel Tales 10/13/22

Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald: best Jungfrau-Region stay for Eiger views, spa, & Swiss hospitality

Planning Jungfrau adventures? Base in Grindelwald at Hotel Belvedere—family-run since the early 1900s—with A/C rooms, spa and saltwater Jacuzzi, Eiger views, and easy station access. 

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Heights House Hotel: Raleigh’s restored 1858 mansion in Boylan Heights
North Carolina, Lodging HI Travel Tales 9/20/22 North Carolina, Lodging HI Travel Tales 9/20/22

Heights House Hotel: Raleigh’s restored 1858 mansion in Boylan Heights

Heights House Hotel brings Raleigh history to life inside an 1858 Italianate mansion in Boylan Heights. Expect nine thoughtfully designed rooms, soaring ceilings, original details, and The Parlor bar—placing downtown dining, museums, and nightlife within easy reach.

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Benjamin Ellis House: casual-luxury B&B in New Bern, NC
North Carolina, Lodging HI Travel Tales 8/16/22 North Carolina, Lodging HI Travel Tales 8/16/22

Benjamin Ellis House: casual-luxury B&B in New Bern, NC

Looking for a stylish stay in New Bern? Benjamin Ellis House blends historic character with casual luxury and a walkable downtown location. Our review highlights the rooms and common spaces, warm hospitality, and tips for exploring nearby riverfront sights, museums, restaurants, and cafés.

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Middle Street Inn review: the best small inn in Bath, Maine
Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 2/28/22 Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 2/28/22

Middle Street Inn review: the best small inn in Bath, Maine

Plan a cozy Bath, Maine getaway at Middle Street Inn—a small inn with a big heart. Expect welcoming hosts, comfortable rooms, a convenient walk-to-downtown location, and easy access to Bath’s maritime sights and MidCoast favorites.

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Boothbay Harbor’s Topside Inn: boutique luxury with unrivaled ocean views
Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 10/3/20 Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 10/3/20

Boothbay Harbor’s Topside Inn: boutique luxury with unrivaled ocean views

Looking for the best hotel in Boothbay Harbor? Our Topside Inn review covers the hilltop setting with panoramic ocean views, stylish rooms and suites, generous breakfasts, and a walk-to-everything location—perfect for lighthouse trips, gardens, and sunset harbor strolls.

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Cozy Bradley Inn near Pemaquid Point Lighthouse (Bristol, MidCoast Maine)
Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 8/20/20 Maine, Lodging Therese Iknoian 8/20/20

Cozy Bradley Inn near Pemaquid Point Lighthouse (Bristol, MidCoast Maine)

Looking for a quiet stay steps from classic Maine scenery? The Bradley Inn in Bristol sits just minutes from Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, with cozy rooms, garden spaces, generous three-course breakfasts, and convenient access to MidCoast favorites like Damariscotta and Camden. 

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