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.

Tea, champagne and sweet penguins

A luxurious afternoon tea infused with festive flavors spreads holiday cheer to guests of the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam.

Reviews

Where the aloha spirit hangs out

The Westin Maui on Ka’anapali Beach blends luxury, modern décor and true Hawaiian hospitality

Cocktails & cuisine

What’s cooking at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport?

We caught up with its new executive chef Harris Sakalis to find out how his world of culinary experience is shaping his west coast cuisine.

Reviews

124 on Queen Hotel and Spa reigns supreme in the heart of Niagara’s wine region

Get ready for the royal treatment.

Best Of | Trends

All hail to the King

UK hotels celebrate the excitement of a historic coronation with special offerings.

Reviews

THE PEARLE HOTEL & SPA BRINGS LUSTER TO THE SHORES OF LAKE ONTARIO

Spend the night in this gem for a blissful getaway.

Best Of | News | Trends

Bathorium and the Shangri-La Toronto team up to bring back the bath

A new hotel bath program allows guests to take a leisurely soak with luxurious bath products and extras like a glass of champagne and fresh flowers.

Reviews

Elephant-fermented coffee, outstanding service and stellar amenities dazzle guests at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto

Stay a while and book a Club Level room for the ultimate in lounging.

Trends

Meet the ho-ho-ho-hotels that take holiday festivities to the next level

Hotels from Toronto to London bring on the holiday spirit.

Rants & raves

Rest in peace: Lamenting the disappearance of hotel room desks

Where oh where did they go?

Michele Sponagle