There is so much to love about the historic town of Alexandria, Virginia. While it might get overshadowed by Washington, DC – which is just 20 minutes away – it's well worth spending at least a few days exploring everything Alexandria has to offer. Alexandria is best known for its colonial Old Town. Take the
Hotel AKA in Alexandria, Virginia, is designed by Piero Lissoni, who sensibly merges contemporary elements with the quaintness of Old Town.
Boutique hotel Aka Alexandria, located less than 20 minutes from Washington, D.C., is the first American hotel designed by Lissoni New York.
Explore the 2023 Interior Design Best of Year Awards winner for Domestic Hotel Transformation, Hotel AKA Alexandria in Virginia by Lissoni & Partners.
Hotel AKA in Alexandria, Virginia, is designed by Piero Lissoni, who sensibly merges contemporary elements with the quaintness of Old Town.
Preserving the historic places that make L.A. County unique
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Greg and I have quickly come to the conclusion that there’s so much to do and see in Egypt we probably won’t always travel overseas during our holidays. I have already added Sahel, Sharm, El Gouna,…
Duck in and out of challenge rooms – including a head-spinning Titanic-themed space, an adult-sized ball pit and a room with giant piano keys set into the floor – in this immersive faux hotel. Plus, it’s also home to a huge putt-putt golf course.
~~ HOLLYWOOD PLACES – A to D ~~ In the course of researching the Garden of Allah novels, I came across all sorts of places in and around Hollywood and the greater Los Angeles area and starte…
An in-depth review of Kimpton Lorien Hotel and Spa in Alexandria, VA, including current room rates, compelling photography, and need-to-know facts.
Balian Springs – a wonderful place to spend five hours of alone time! I visited the recently-opened Balian Springs, a new spa in the West End that offers a curated and unique wellness experience. It is definitely the ultimate relaxation destination! Amazingly, their daily admission for a weekday ex
Going to Alexandria Egypt? Use this guide to help plan your trip so you don't miss any of the best things to do in Alexandria!
Civil War history meets modern sophistication in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria Back in 1861, the Union suffered its first Civil War fatality at Alexandria’s Marshall House Inn, located on the very corner from which the six-story Hotel Monaco rises. Inspired by the city’s history and Antebellum charms, noted designer Cheryl Rowley combines soldier blues with a riot of patterns to create a palette of affable coziness and an air of both historical authenticity and urban sophistication.
