The city of St. Louis, Missouri, awaits visitors searching for the finer things in life. The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta, built-in 1922, continues to indulge guests in old-fashion hospitality. Fine dining establishments like The Preston and The Crossing surprise diners with innovative and tasty dishes, and the chef at Three-Sixty, the ballpark roof lounge, is dedicated to delivering spectacular appetizers to match one of the best views of the city. Relax with a cocktail at the Grand Hall in St. Louis?s Union Station, then stick around to watch the fantastic indoor light show.

The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta | The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta, steeped in history, lies in the central west end of the city.  For almost 100 year this glorious hotel has welcomed numerous celebrities and influential leaders from Frank Sinatra to Jimmy Carter. The hotel boasts 389 generous rooms, one and two-bedroom suites, a stunning heated outdoor swimming pool, spa, fitness center, concierge services, four restaurants and much more. The elegant historic building is adorned with modern amenities to pamper today?s travelers. My one-bedroom suite featured an enormous sitting room, large office area, comfortable bedroom and a walk-in closet. The outdoor pool was one of my favorite places in the hotel. I rarely get to stop and ?do nothing? when traveling on business, yet I was afforded a few free hours one afternoon. It was deliciously hot, a balmy 85 degrees, so I set about t...