Sure, the striking views of the Gulf of Mexico, an exquisite spa brimming with rejuvenating massage treatments and a recent luxurious multimillion-dollar revamp are all reasons enough to flock to sun-drenched Naples, Florida, for a sojourn at the Ritz-Carlton. But

I valiantly sniff, sniff and sniff again at the vials in front of me. Luckily, no one’s life (least of all mine) depends on my accuracy at pinpointing the underlying scents and flavors that distinguish individual wines, but here at

You may face a dilemma very soon after checking in at Chicago’s boutique Hotel Monaco. On one hand, there are the welcoming, chic rooms, a staple of Kimpton properties—think comfy, colorful built-in window seats, made for drinking in city and