US News & World Report Hotel Rankings
We are so proud of the dozens of Celebrated Hotels featured on this year’s US News & World Report list of top hotels. We are especially thrilled that 20% of the Top 50 hotels in Europe are in our Collection! Congratulations to the teams at the following Celebrated...
Happy Thanksgiving 2021!
My annual tradition of oversharing continues, and I have so much to be thankful for in 2021. I am typing this while enjoying a Celebrated Hotel in The Cotswolds prior to driving into London today. I can't wait to spend time with our UK-based team! Ever since the start of this...
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! Ten years ago, I was 35,000 feet over the Atlantic. I was returning home after a long inspection tour. It was a strange, challenging, yet hopeful time. I had finalized a divorce earlier that year, was leading a company my parents had placed in...
In Memory of Leni Epstein
In Memory of Leni Epstein Written by Jonathan Epstein I am sorry to share that my mother, Leni Epstein, passed away on Monday night. Dad and I felt it so important to share this news with you - So many of you had close relationships with her, and she was grateful...
Jonathan’s Thanksgiving Message
Happy Thanksgiving. I have never written my Thanksgiving message with tears in my eyes, but it's been a very challenging 36 hours. Nevertheless, I have decided to not let my sadness get in the way of my 9-year tradition of sharing gratitude. Though I experienced...
Happy Thanksgiving 2018!
Here is Jonathan’s personal Thanksgiving message. We know so many of you look forward to these! Happy Thanksgiving! It's time for my annual overshare, when I list the things I am most thankful for! I started this tradition during a very low point in 2010, and in...
Happy Thanksgiving 2017!
Happy Thanksgiving! My favorite day of the year is almost here. This year is extra special as we're leaving tonight to take our 9-month old on her first trip to Europe. We'll be enjoying London and The Cotswolds this week! Why is Thanksgiving so great? It's...
The Historic Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian
In the shadows of Edinburgh Castle sits one of Scotland's most historic properties, The Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian. When The Caledonian became a Waldorf Astoria Hotel a few years ago it was huge news in Scotland, and we were thrilled about the extensive...
Ballynahinch Castle is the Gem of Connemara!
We love the great feedback we get from clients about Ballynahinch Castle in Connemara. Connemara is located just northwest of Galway and is one of Ireland's six National Park areas. This is a wild and scenic region, often called Ireland's Wild West! The hotel is very proud...
Ellenborough Park’s Exciting New Updates!
When Ellenborough Park opened in 2010 it was very exciting news for lovers of the English countryside. Unlike other beautiful manors in The Cotswolds, this beautiful property was located just outside of Cheltenham. It also had many features that make it a real magnet for...
Happy Thanksgiving 2016!
Here is Jonathan's personal Thanksgiving message. We know so many of you look forward to these! Happy Thanksgiving to my friends around the world. Thanksgiving is my favorite day of the year and not just because of football, family and great food. I love it because of the...