| The USA has never been afraid of doing things on an | | | | The Viceroy, Palm Springs |
| enormous scale, and hotels aren't any exception. | | | | Located in another notorious spot in California, The |
| America is home to some of the grandest and most | | | | Viceroy Palm Springs brings urban style to the desert. |
| elegant boutique hotels in the world... | | | | Vacations in Palm Springs aren't merely for relaxation |
| Indulge in an all-American style road trip and flit from | | | | - they're an institution amongst the Hollywood |
| state to state to test the soft sheets and trendy | | | | royalty. Away from the main thoroughfare of Palm |
| restaurants of these top-notch boutique hotels. | | | | Springs, The Viceroy adds peace and serenity to the |
| The Burnham Hotel, Chicago | | | | movie star glitz. Come for the smiling staff and |
| Since it's days as a gangster's paradise, 'the windy | | | | understated luxury - it's a welcome oasis in the |
| city' has been a hub of contemporary culture and | | | | middle of the hot desert. |
| decadent glamour. The extravagant Burnham Hotel | | | | Soho House, New York |
| reflects Chicago's vibe to perfection. Housed in one | | | | A metropolis doesn't get more iconic than New York |
| of the city's most famous landmarks, the 105 | | | | - and the star of the city's hotels is undoubtedly |
| year-old Reliance Building on State Street, this | | | | Soho House. The exclusivity here is as fabulously |
| boutique hotel has everything for guests, from | | | | eccentric as New York itself - expect some strange |
| intimate personal service to rich fabrics and | | | | treats in the mini-bars and cell phones to be banned |
| spectacular urban views from the dramatic bay | | | | in the member's club downstairs so you don't disturb |
| windows. | | | | the many celebrities being entertained there. |
| The Calistiga Ranch, Napa, California | | | | Maison de Ville Hotel, New Orleans |
| Long a playground for the rich and famous, the | | | | Although it's fabulousness was dimmed somewhat by |
| Californian countryside boats peace, tranquillity and | | | | the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina, the vibrant city of |
| some truly excellent vineyards. The Calistoga Ranch is | | | | New Orleans is back on its feet and once more |
| tucked into the west coast forests at the heart of | | | | grooving to the sounds of jazz. The most luxurious |
| the Napa Valley. This relaxed boutique hideaway | | | | hotel in the French Quarter, this famous town house |
| combines Californian charm with lavish facilities; | | | | hotel was once favoured by Elizabeth Taylor. The |
| expect hearty rustic meals at the restaurant | | | | Bistro restaurant is a particular attraction; Chef Greg |
| accompanied by world-class wines. The true highlight, | | | | Picolo cooks up Nouvelle Creole specialties that are |
| however, is the fabulous outdoor natural spa. | | | | famed in the city. |