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New York: Need Somewhere Pet-Friendly? Email Penny, the Nolitan's German Shepherd

ASchechter — 2012-02-16T10:20:01-05:00

The Nolitan General Manager, Patrik Horstmann

Have you ever flirted with a hotel concierge? In our series, Concierge Interviews, HotelChatter goes behind the Front Desk and gets chummy with the men—and women—whose job it is to never say no. Filmed inside various lobbies, courtyards, and bar lounges, each video will offer a glimpse into the world of hotels from the people who know them best. Got a burning question you'd like us to ask? Or have someone in mind for us to interview? Email us your requests!

Shelter Island Heights: Is That A Pool We Spy Going Up At La Maison Blanche?

ASchechter — 2012-02-16T09:30:02-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/61268/MaisonBlanchePool.jpg" class="top">Why, yes, it is! <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/hotel-reviews/Maison+Blanche/local/4868">La Maison Blanche</a>, that sleepy 8-room inn with big-buck Hamptons star power (remember that <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2011/5/10/124157/664/hotels/Who_s_Up_For_a_Game_of_P_tanque_At_The_White_House_">pé tanque court</a> last summer? yeah, that was them), is in the midst of installing a new pool in the backyard. The hotel in fact re-opened today for the start of the winter season (with rates as low as $170), and are planning to have the pool finished "well before the season begins." Well, this is New York, so as long as there's a bit of sun and some 60-degree weather, the short shorts will be coming out. But the pool's not all. To really make guests feel special, co-owner Alistair MacLean will also be introducing exclusive pool

Atlantic City: There's More At Revel To Get Excited About Than Just the Food

ASchechter — 2012-02-16T09:15:02-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/61268/GarcesBurger.jpg" class="top">...actually, we take that back. We're pretty darn excited about the food here. With just two months to go, the folks at Revel are working overtime to make sure everything is in place for a smooth <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2012/2/9/104546/0585/hotels/Revel_in_Atlantic_City_Will_Open_Hotel_Reservations_on_March_5">soft opening</a> next month. <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2011/4/24/182947/408/hotels/Revel_Atlantic_City_s_Newest_and_Possibly_Last_Casino_Will_Open_Next_Summer">Construction</a> briefly stalled in 2009 due to the economy, which in a way lends even more excitement now to the opening of Revel's 1,800 rooms, "theater-inspired" casino, two-acre outdoor SkyGarden, pool, spa, two nightclubs and over a dozen restaurants. And though not all of the restaurant spaces have been finished yet, we were lucky enough to sample a few dishes from the resort's championing chefsincluding Iron Chef winner Jose Garces, who will be opening <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/story/2011/12/18/234633/44/hotels/An_Iron_Chef_Signs_On_To_Revel_In_Atlantic_City">not

Scottsdale : Doggie Yoga is For Real at the W Scottsdale

juliana — 2012-02-16T09:05:01-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/1425/Doga2.jpg" class="top"> We've heard of htoels hosting a doggie "yappy hour" before but when we were checking out the <a href="http://www.hotelchatter.com/hotel-reviews/W+Scottsdale/local/1078">W Scottsdale</a> on Friday, we did a double take when our host told us the hotel's courtyard space was open for doggie yoga every first Tuesday of the month.Yes, doggie yoga.The event starts off at 7pm and owners and their dogs get to socialize for the first half-hour or so (There's an open bar available for humans too) Then it's time to get stretching. The yoga poses aren't that difficult (indeed downward-facing dog is one of the "doga" poses), although they are modified so that your pup can do them too. The event is free but if you want

VegasChatter Plays Some Rugby While Jaunted Tracks Down the SI Swimsuit Issue

juliana — 2012-02-15T17:27:42-05:00

<![CDATA[<img src="http://www.hotelchatter.com/files/1425/team_USA_meets_fans.jpg" class="top"> Finding a hotel is often only one part of your trip. The other half is getting there. And our bro <a href="http://www.jaunted.com">Jaunted</a> does a bang-up job of covering the latest news and trends in the travel world. Out in Vegas, <a href="http://www.vegaschatter.com">VegasChatter</a> is keeping us informed on what's going down in Sin City. VegasChatter · <a href="http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2012/2/12/225939/098/vegas-travel/What_Combines_Vegas_Halloween_Mardi_Gras_16_Countries_And_Thousands_Of_Fans_">What Combines Vegas, Mardi Gras, 16 Countries and Thousands of Fans?</a> · <a href="http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2012/2/15/1240/93908/vegas-travel/Beauties_And_Beats_For_Free_Did_We_Mention_SI_Beauties_">Beauties And Beats, For Free. Did We Mention SI Beauties?</a> · <a href="http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2012/2/13/152230/874/vegas-travel/Now_That_The_Big_Game_s_Done_What_Should_We_Bet_On_Now_">Now That The Big Game's Done, What Should We Bet On Now? </a> · <a href="http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2012/2/13/193744/563/vegas-travel/Heart_Attack_Grill_Lives_Up_To_Name">Heart Attack Grill Lives Up To Name</a> Jaunted · <a href="http://www.jaunted.com/story/2012/2/15/13343/6658/travel/British+Airways%27+Unexpected+Adult+Film+Selection">British Airways' Unexpected Adult Film Selection</a> · <a href="http://www.jaunted.com/story/2012/2/14/144710/763/travel/Chihuahuas+on+a+Plane!">Chihuahuas