Thursday, December 8, 2011

Travel Unraveled Newsletter: Thursday December 8, 2011

Chicago Tribune Travel Unraveled Newsletter
A Hyatt boutique

A Hyatt boutique

 

While nowhere as big as its local Hyatt brethren, this upscale boutique hotel oozes cool the moment you step into its dark, mahogany-toned lobby highlighted by an impressive art collection (the "Piazza del Duomo Milan" hanging near the front desk is the original).

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When in New Glarus, drink New Glarus beer

When in New Glarus, drink New Glarus beer

 

In this south-central Wisconsin town best known for its namesake brewery, I figured there must be a downtown bar dedicated to late-night sipping of the brew that makes this place a must-stop for Midwestern beer lovers.

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Radisson tries to distinguish itself with style with Blue Aqua Hotel

Radisson tries to distinguish itself with style with Blue Aqua Hotel

 

The first thing you notice when entering the new Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel is what you don't see: a check-in desk. It's there, but it's shoved far left of the blue-tinted revolving door, which means most guests experience the business end of their hotel stay only at arrival and departure.

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Access to airport lounges

Access to airport lounges

 

Foreign airlines generally don't offer them, but U.S. airlines offer day passes so people can try airport lounges. Delta Sky Club ($50), United Club ($39 online), US Airways ($29) and American Admirals Club ($50) sell access to the lounge for a day.

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At Arizona's Miraval spa, visitor's first time is a charm

At Arizona's Miraval spa, visitor's first time is a charm

 

In keeping with its self-discovery theme, the spa offers climbing/jumping/high-wire activities designed to help you embrace your fears. Their titles give you the acrobatic flavor: "Desert Sky Zipline," "Desert Tightrope," "Quantum Leap," "Giant's Ladder" and "Swing and a Prayer."

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Taking business meetings out to sea
Taking business meetings out to sea

 

Flying while pregnant hinges on due date
Flying while pregnant hinges on due date

 

London's ahead of the Olympic Games
London's ahead of the Games

 


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