Shayla Martin

Shayla Martin is a travel and culture journalist with published work in CNN Travel, New York Magazine, Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Delta Sky, Eater DC and more. As the former digital editor of Four Seasons magazine, she created food and travel content for the news magazine of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Her writing has led her to live in New York City; Madrid, Spain; Durham, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C. where she now resides, with visits to countless other cities, states and countries between.

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8 of the Most Beautiful Hotel Pools in Atlanta

8 of the Most Beautiful Hotel Pools in Atlanta

with a pool | Georgia | Atlanta
There's no better place to be on a sweltering summer day in Atlanta than lounging by a pool, and thankfully, most hotels in Atlanta have created inviting ...
Unwind at These 8 Atlanta Hotel Spas

Unwind at These 8 Atlanta Hotel Spas

spa | Georgia | Atlanta
After a day of travel, a trip to the spa is always a welcome addition to your itinerary. Fortunately, these eight Atlanta hotel spas offer the top treatments ...
The 5 Best Atlanta Hotels in Buckhead

The 5 Best Atlanta Hotels in Buckhead

location | Georgia | Atlanta
Known as the “Beverly Hills of the East,” the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta is known for its refined and elegant architecture, tree-lined streets ...
Presenting: Atlanta's 9 Best Hotel Restaurants

Presenting: Atlanta's 9 Best Hotel Restaurants

dining | Georgia | Atlanta
One of the best ways to truly connect with a destination is through its cuisine, and sometimes a hotel restaurant just doesn't cut it. But in a city like ...
3 Lovely Hotels Near Atlanta's Piedmont Park

3 Lovely Hotels Near Atlanta's Piedmont Park

location | Georgia | Atlanta
Arguably, Piedmont Park is one of the most overlooked attractions in Atlanta. The 186-acre park is a welcome green space among Atlanta's cement and skyscrapers, ...
These Are the 10 Swankiest Hotel Bars in Atlanta

These Are the 10 Swankiest Hotel Bars in Atlanta

best for nightlife | Georgia | Atlanta
These Atlanta hotel bars are so much more than the nondescript hotel watering holes you may find in Anywhere, America. Their menus are thoughtful and creative, ...
The 8 Best Hotels in Downtown Atlanta

The 8 Best Hotels in Downtown Atlanta

location | Georgia | Atlanta
Atlanta is filled with fun and excitement, and the majority of the city's most popular attractions are centered downtown. At the heart is Centennial Olympic ...
These 6 Atlanta Hotels Are Oh-So Family Friendly

These 6 Atlanta Hotels Are Oh-So Family Friendly

family | Georgia | Atlanta
Traveling with kids is not always the easiest adventure, but luckily a city like Atlanta not only has tons of family-friendly activities and attractions ...
These 5 Atlanta Hotels Cater to Business Travelers

These 5 Atlanta Hotels Cater to Business Travelers

business | Georgia | Atlanta
As the preeminent city in the South, a lot of business gets done in Atlanta. When business travelers or meeting planners are on the road, there are certain ...
4 Perfect Fiji Itineraries

4 Perfect Fiji Itineraries

White sand beaches, an unparalleled landscape, friendly locals—it's not hard to see why Fiji's newest slogan is"where happiness finds you." Here are 4 ways to see this South Pacific paradise.
Fall 2014 Guide to Washington, D.C.

Fall 2014 Guide to Washington, D.C.

Between D.C.'s booming gastronomic scene and impressive exhibitions coming to town, the capital city's got a lot to offer this fall.
5 Perfect Dublin Itineraries

5 Perfect Dublin Itineraries

Ireland's capital city boasts a burgeoning food scene, stylish boutiques, swanky hotels, and an outdoor adventure scene for travelers who like to get their blood pumping.
A Literary Tour of Madrid

A Literary Tour of Madrid

Even if you're not the most observant tourist, it's hard not to take notice of the literary history that abounds in Madrid. Here are five essential stops on any literary tour of Spain's capital.