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Michele Sponagle

Michele Sponagle

Managing editor

Smitten by hotels ever since she was a kid, hoarding toiletries started early and picked up steam as Michele Sponagle began a career as a freelance journalist. Her globetrotting has taken her to properties in more than 50 countries, from rustic B&Bs to sprawling resorts.
Reviews

Bliss in the desert

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, Arizona, ticks all the boxes for travelers looking for a wellness boost with touches of indulgence, from a whiskey bar and retail therapy to spa time.

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Best Of | Rants & raves

Stars, cars and bars

Who comes to the rescue when Tom Cruise needs a parking spot for his helicopter or Johnny Depp tries to leave a hotel through a mob of fans? Meet the guest services team at the Grand Hotel Birmingham.

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