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Four Seasons Atlanta Review: Still the Preeminent Mid-Town Hotel?

May 5, 2022 by Sean Leave a Comment

Four Seasons Atlanta Lobby

The first time I stayed at the Four Seasons Atlanta, I really didn’t want to be there. It was 2016. I was in Georgia to attend The Masters, and we were set to fly out the day after we attended the tournament. Unfortunately, some unprecedented stormy weather hit the region, which forced Delta to cancel […]

Hotel Viking Review: A Newport, Rhode Island Gem

April 21, 2022 by Liz Froment Leave a Comment

Hotel Viking sign

My long-time editor and colleague Liz Froment recently visited the Hotel Viking in Newport, Rhode Island. I knew this place was a perfect fit for Slightly Pretentious from the moment she said she was going. A beautiful hotel that also has placed a focus on its cocktail education program? Sign us up! Liz spent two […]

Ritz Carlton Reynolds Lake Oconee Review: A Wonderful Retreat

December 2, 2021 by Sean 4 Comments

Ritz Carlton Reynolds Fire Pit

When someone mentions the Ritz-Carlton, you likely get a certain image in your mind. For me? It’s the oceanfront Half Moon Bay Resort, or the towering Hong Kong Ritz Carlton. But you know what doesn’t come to mind (or at least didn’t until recently)? A sprawling summer camp-like resort on a manmade lake about halfway […]

The St. Regis Atlanta Review: Why It’s the Best Hotel in the City

November 18, 2021 by Sean 2 Comments

St Regis Atlanta Exterior

I still remember the first St. Regis hotel I ever visited. It was at the tail end of a 2 month round the world trip, at the St. Regis Shanghai. I was blown away. Sure at the time it was a brand new property, but everything about it was a step above.  From the in-room […]

Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay Review: Is the Hotel as Good as the Views?

October 15, 2021 by Sean 1 Comment

Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay Hole 18

When it comes to luxury golf resorts, there aren’t many as well regarded as the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay. You’ve got incredible views, two fantastic golf courses, and relatively easy access to the Bay Area airports. But what’s the experience actually like when you arrive at the Half Moon Bay Resort?  Is it a […]

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