The modern traveler is increasingly difficult to impress; classic luxury perks like high-thread-count linens, plush bathrobes, and even beautiful views have become a given. But there’s one hotel ...

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Almost everyone has likely dreamed of building a swimming pool to help survive New Orleans' heat, but those who've actually take the plunge come with a diversity of tastes and visions. Recently ...

Maybe you rented a place with a pool and liked it. Or you’ve decided, for sundry reasons, that you’d like to swim in your backyard. For some homeowners, a vintage pool already in place — say, one ...

Swimming pools are pretty great on their own even without any accessories and modern features but if you want to give them a cool vibe there are plenty of ways to do it. For example, you could opt for ...

We can all agree that the summer heat has been packing a punch. But there's no need to stay inside, even if you don't enjoy the crowds at those plus size water parks. A number of community pools and ...

Floating through crystal-clear water to refresh your margarita at a swim-up bar is no longer limited to private islands and luxury resorts. The concept of the swim-up pool bar started in — where else?