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journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. And around the world is where we traveled to find break-taking views of the South China Sea, incredible food, fascinating culture, and the most accommodating people. Nha Trang, Vietnam, capital of KhÃnh HÃa province, is located about 280 miles north of Saigon. Its pristine beaches are perfect for snorkeling and of course scuba diving. The best food in Nha Trang is found on the streets and the smaller restaurants. journeyPod highly recommends Song Bien (âOcean Waveâ) for the best coconut chicken dish. And be sure to try the Vietnamese coffee (Phin CafÃ). Check out the 5 star elegance at the beachfront Ana Mandara. Be sure to introduce yourself to Lucie at the front desk, and tell her Andrea from journeyPod sent you! And donât forget to check out the spa for an unique Vietnamese âcuppingâ massage. journeyPod sat down with Ana Mandara GM, Lionel Valla, for an inside look at this amazing property. Ana Mandaraâs sister property is located about 30 minutes via boat across the bay. Six Senses Hideaway Ninh Van Bay is another journeyPod pick so be sure to check out that podcast on an upcoming show. Check out the tropical sounds of Steve Doctor and their song South China Sea.

Boston is a city where sports fans, history buffs and the cosmopolitan crowd can mingle while taking in the beautiful sights, shopping and, of course, the impressive culinary scene. journeyPod's favorite Boston restaurants include Anna's Taqueria, Red Bones, Fiore and Tasca. As for nightlife spots - check out Publik House, Soho, Saint and Sanctuary! If luxury and proximity is what you're looking for in Boston - book your next trip at the Beacon XV Hotel. A favorite of Ringo Starr, Julie Andrews and Boston native Mark Wahlberg - guests enjoy vintage ports in their own mini-bar, rooftop jacuzzi overlooking the city and the comfort and relaxation of Beacon's canopy beds. Here to tell us more about the property is General Manager, William Sander, of the Beacon XV. Enjoy podsafe and mainstream band Dashboard Confessional and their hit Bend and not break .

Striker VIP is a fully customized once-in-a-lifetime luxury travel experiences for the world's most discriminating consumers. Enjoy your own private helicopter tour, celebrity chefs cooking for you at your own secluded mansion and front row tickets to Vegas's hottest sold out shows. Whether its a romantic getaway, business trip or bachelor party - let Striker VIP customize your next Vegas experience. Listen in as journeyPod chats with Striker about his latest projects which include the construction on the largest nightclub in the world and his own television show titled Rags to Riches . Striker also discusses some of his own personal favorite hotspots in Vegas which include Mario Batali's B The Rhythm .

The Meridian Luxury Suites in Las Vegas, Nevada is one of the city's best kept secrets. Just one block off the strip, walking distance from Restaurant Row , the monorail and only eight minutes from the airport - you couldn't find a better location. The secret here is the all-suite accomodations! Each room comes fully-furnished and decked out with the latest hi-tech electronics and plush bedding! Challenge your friends to a game of racquetball, squash, tennis or simply enjoy the serenity of the lush gardens and tranquil pool. Don't know your way around Vegas? Don't fret - the helpful concierge will guide you in the right direction. The Meridian Luxury Suites Las Vegas is located at 250 East Flamingo Road. Listen in as journeyPod chats with the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Eric Lynn. Enjoy native Nevada podsafe artist Andrew Ryan and his hit Heaven is ours tonight .

journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. journeyPod certainly experienced ârenewal and inspirationâ during our stay at Estancia La Jolla Hotel Book your room at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa today and get ready for some serious relaxation! Youâre gonna love it! And speaking of âloving itâ, Iâll leave you now with the sounds of up and coming artist, Gary Pfaff, and his song, âHey Love.â

For the past decade, Atlanta has made a name for itself as a culinary tourism destination. The Buckhead Life Restaurant Group is helping the gourmet growth by keeping Atlantan's fed and satisfied with their innovative restaurants and talented chefs. Pano's and Lance Armstrong! For a full list of top Atlanta restaurants and bars visit our Atlanta Destination Guide. Check out our Chef's Corner with Lisa Smith of Bluepointe!

journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. Discover Reykjavik, Iceland nightlife We visit the Blue Lagoon outdoor geo thermal pool and hot spring spa. Checkout great views from the top of the Viking Saga Museum and learn about the history of the Vikings. We cover Iceland restaurants, bars, and find the perfect downtown hotel. Enjoy Icelandic seafood and friendly people. Explore unspoiled lands and a natural outdoor setting. We make our home base in the heart of downtown Reykjavik at the Radisson SAS 1919 Hotel which has hosted Norah Jones, Foo Fighters, and Duran Duran over the years. The staff was super friendly and helped us arrange tours and dinners. Take in the eclectic sounds of 2012AM which counts Iceland's own, Bjork, as their major musical influence.

journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. We splash thru snow, ice, and mud climbing a glacier in a super jeep in Iceland. Explore a geyser, waterfall, crater, mountains, and more. Iceland is the Land of Ice and Fire with its amazing geo thermal energy and hot springs making it a very green eco-friendly destination loved by Jodi Foster, Gwenyth Paltrow, and other stars. Listen in to learn more about Iceland's breathtaking landscapes. We had a blast discovering all of the natural beauty across the country. Enjoy the soothing sounds of a rare podsafe track we found from an Icelandic artist who worked with Bjork called Pondus.

New York is filled with unique luxury properties - each offering something a little different, making the guest feel welcome and pampered. The Kitano Hotel, located in the heart of Manhattan, boasts impressive Japanese design, comfort and cuisine with a modern twist. Listen in as Akane Moriguchi, Sales and Marketing Coordinator for the hotel, shares the details of this exciting luxury property. She discusses the hotel amenities and services and even mentions celebrity guests that have enjoyed their stay at the Kitano - like Tennis Star Maria Sharapova! Enjoy podsafe band Bill and their hit Panacea .

The Bryant Park Hotel is a sleek and stylish boutique hotel located at the Bryant Park in New York. Guests enjoy spacious luxury rooms, exceptional service and state-of-the-art amenities. Let the Entertainment Planner select your itinerary, catch a movie premiere in the screening room, enjoy Asian Fusion cusine at Koi or choose in-room entertainment from one of the largest adult video libraries in New York! Sit back and listen to podsafe trance artist Alienation and their track When Angels Cry .

No trip to Bermuda is complete without stopping by the Swizzle Inn at Baileys Bay. Since 1930, The Swizzle Inn has been entertaining locals and tourists from all over. The walls are covered in business cards, love notes and messages from happy guests. The mood is lively and the food is fantastic. Swizzle South Shore, the newest restaurant, has become just as popular as the original. The Fish Sandwich is by far the best on the island, possibly the world! Famous guests have included Ted Kennedy, Burt Reynolds, Clint Eastwood and Terry Bradshaw. Sip on a Rum Swizzle, cheer with football fans and let loose at the Swizzle Inn and Swizzle South Shore. Enjoy podsafe artist Sly Joe and their hit Sooner than later .

Cambridge Beaches Resort in Bermuda is the ideal place to reconnect with your loved one. Experience complete privacy in Bermuda's oldest cottage colony. Enjoy a couple's massage treatment, play crouquet, sit in a private pool overlooking the ocean and sip on fine champagne or Bermudian rum. Let Chef Klement whip you up something delectable at the Tamarisk Room, enjoy a light snack at their beachside bistro Breezes or sip on a Margarita at Shutters, their poolside bar. Find your energy and take a beachside yoga class or take advice from some of their guest speakers. Dr. Pepper Schwartz, the relationship counselor, was a recent speaker who helped a few lucky couples reconnect while vacationing in Bermuda. In March, Mariel Hemingway advised guests on how to stay fit and healthy. Check out the Cambridge Beaches for a list of upcoming guest speakers and seasonal specials. Enjoy podsafe artist Morning Lane and their track She Dancer .

journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. journeyPod recently had the opportunity to sit and chat with world famous Chef, Damon Gordon. Chef Damon is responsible for all the culinary offerings served at The Quarter Kitchen and throughout The Ivy Hotel, San Diego. âChefâ as he prefers to be called gave journeyPod some inside scoop on the three ingredients he cannot cook without. Wanna take a guess? Be sure to listen to the podcast show from last month with The Ivy Hotelâs General Manager, Rick Gluth. Check out the sounds of The Ben Bowen Project and their song, Kitchen Music.

journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. We party at The Maritime Hotel in New York which has an amazing deck, bars, restaurants, a club, and rooftop cabanas to compliment this sexy boutique hotel in NYC. Dine where stars like Nicole Kidman and Marc Jacobs go for sushi and japanese food in New York City at the tasty and trendy Matsuri. Thx to baobee for the photo.

Located at the fabulous Elbow Beach Resort, Lido Restaurant serves fresh seafood with a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. Simplicity of the dish is something that Lido strongly believes in. Chef Max Olivari uses sauces and spices to enhance the dish, not surpress it. This means less cream and butter sauces (Carb-conscious diners are in luck!) Lido is part of the Little Venice Group Restaurants in Bermuda. On the Elbow Beach property guests can also enjoy sushi at the Seabreeze Lounge as well as a Mai Tai and afternoon snack at Mickey's Beach Bistro (Bermuda's first and only beach bistro!) Listen in as General Manager, Ennio Lucarini, discusses the idea and cuisine of Lido. Check out our podcast with Zeudi Hines of Elbow Beach! Enjoy podsafe artist Amy Ayres and her track My Place .