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Taylor Swift

For those who don’t know, Taylor and Galavante’s founder, Christine, share the same birthday. That’s why every year, Taylor gets this top spot. And to give you some even more fun trivia, the term for sharing the same birthday is “connascence.” Here’s where Christine’s birthday twin likes to escape when she’s not on a record-breaking world tour. The Destination: Big Sky, Montana Where to stay: Lone Mountain Ranch In March 2025, Taylor and her now-fiance Travis Kelce traded Hollywood glamour…

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White Truffle Safari

They had us at white truffle. And safari. Quite honestly, we don’t know what to do with ourselves, thinking of all the possibilities of the ultimate boondoggle in Piedmont. What are Piedmont White Truffles? Let’s be real: a fungus that grows deep in the dirt, doesn’t scream luxurious. But anyone who knows anything about haute cuisine knows that white truffles are the bougiest thing to ever come out of the ground. You can just ask the person who purchased one…

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The Baller Social Diary

From snow-dusted summits to gallery-lit soirées, there are a few events that act as a magnet for biggest names in business, tech, and entertainment. These are the events that ballers go to during the year. The Event: World Economic Forum The Location: Davos, Switzerland Every year, the frosty peaks of Davos, Switzerland transform from a sleepy ski town to a power playground where billionaires, government leaders, tech titans, and A-list celebs flock for a week of future-shaping conversations. The annual…

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Little Rascal Happy Hour in Nolita

In itself, caviar and Champagne aren’t newsworthy in NYC. But when it’s for $39, the story gets more compelling. You can say it gives new meaning to high-low. This is your new happy hour in Nolita. The Restaurant Little Rascal Nolita has been blessing the Big Apple with Mediterranean flavors for over a decade. Co-owned by brothers Halil and Öner Gündogdu, this Nolita staple combines the brothers’ deep Turkish roots with chic Manhattan moxie to create a space that is…

Amex’s New Sidecar Lounge

It may sound like a cocktail, and it likely is a drink on their menu. But the Amex Sidecar that is especially exciting is the new annex to their Express Centurion airport lounges, set to launch this year. A smaller and more intimate speakeasy-like space, the Sidecar will be the civilized place to libation it up before your flight. Overview In July 2025, American Express announced the latest addition to their travel portfolio: Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. Unlike their…

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Celebs On Safaris

Celebs – they’re just like us. They’ve got their bucket lists for lavish vacations, because we know life is about goals. And no list is worth its salt unless a safari is on it. These celebs went all in and brought their A-game at these top lodges that define a lifetime trip. Sydney Sweeney Destination: Tanzania Where to stay: Singita Milele In March 2025, Sydney Sweeney traded Hollywood glam for Serengeti chic during an epic safari in Tanzania. She and…

Designer Airline Collabs

If you’re tired of trading comfort for style while jet-setting to your next destination, then look no further. From luxe loungewear to plush pajamas, and even some designer duds for the flight crew, these designer airline collaborations are taking in-flight style to new heights – literally. Air France x Jacquemus When you think of the most glamorous and decadent fashion houses, your mind immediately goes to one place: France. And now that luxury is extending far past the Champs-Élysées. Or…

NYFW Celebrity Restaurant Hangouts

When the runway lights dim and the flashbulbs fade, the real fashion week magic happens behind velvet ropes and candlelit tables. From power lunches to late-night martinis, these are the A-list hangouts to hit up during New York Fashion Week. Balthazar A cornerstone of SoHo chic since 1997, Balthazar is more than a French brasserie—it’s a fashion world fixture. The intimate, velvet-red dining room is lined with antique mirrors and warm globe lights. Because what’s Fashion Week without mirrors…

The Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara

They made a splash with the launch of the Luminara Yacht – literally. But The Ritz isn’t done yet, not by a mile. The Ritz Carlton has set up camp in the Massai Mara, and by the looks of it, they’re not playing. Safari may just be the most luxe of the Ritz portfolio. Location The Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara Safari Camp is located in the sprawling Masai Mara National Reserve, on the Kenyan side of the Kenya-Tanzania border. Just a…

The Best Pop-Ups of Summer 2025

‘Tis the season — pop-up season that is. From designer beach clubs and branded photo booths to luxury cocktail hours and breezy boutiques, these are the pop-ups making waves in the summer of 2025. Jacquemus x Monte Carlo Beach Address: Monte-Carlo Beach, Av. Princesse Grâce, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Open Until: October 7, 2025 Jacquemus is famous for their beach club takeovers — and this summer, it’s making a splash in Monte-Carlo. The Monte Carlo Beach Club at Monte-Carlo Société des Bains…

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Dua Lipa in Mallorca

Where in the world is Dua Lipa? The popstar is known for giving Carmen Sandiego a run for her money with a seemingly endless marathon of luxe getaways. Her latest conquest? Mallorca. The Location In July 2025, Dua Lipa and her crew traded Mallorca’s more popular destinations (looking at you, Palma) for the quaint village of Deià. The coastal town is all lush rolling hills, charming stone buildings, and orange groves overlooking the Mediterranean. It’s the kind of place where a…

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Ed Westwick & Amy Jackson’s Anniversary

Hey, Upper East Siders — Chuck Bass is off the market. Last August, Ed Westwick tied the knot with actress Amy Jackson. As their first anniversary approaches, here’s a look back at the couple’s three-day Italian extravaganza. Location Chuck Bass may have enjoyed hanging out on the steps of the Met, but Ed Westwick and Amy Jackson much prefer Italy. After previously exchanging vows in an intimate London ceremony, the couple celebrated their nuptials in one of the most romantic…

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Privé Padel

Move over pickleball. There’s a new court craze in town, and it’s bouncing into The Hamptons just in time for the summer season. Enter: Privé Padel. What is Padel? If tennis and squash had a glamorous nepo baby, perfectly suited for the bougiest of resorts and the highest of society, it would be padel. Padel is a doubles-based racquet sport played on an enclosed court slightly smaller than a tennis court, with walls in play. Originating in Mexico, the sport…

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The Most Luxurious Fitness Studios

Whether your ideal workout is yoga, or Pilates, or kickboxing, the days of boring gyms and drab studios are over. These are the most aesthetic fitness studios where you can sweat it out in style. The Studio: Babe Hot Pilates The Location: Miami, FL Pilates, but make it pink. With a motto of “look good, feel gorgeous” and a bubblegum pink palette that puts Barbie to shame, Babe Hot Pilates will seriously turn up the heat on your next workout.…

Lisa Vanderpump’s Las Vegas Hotel

We know that you are secretly a reality TV junkie, so our PSA today is that Lisa Vanderpump is diversifying her empire. Yes, soon you too can have a Pumptini at her new hotel, in – where else? – Vegas. The rumors are true; Lisa Vanderpump’s Las Vegas hotel is really in the works. Lisa Vanderpump’s Las Vegas Hotel Our sincerest apologies to The Cromwell hotel, because Lisa Vanderpump is coming to town. After over three decades in the restaurant,…

The Met Gala 2025

Each year, on the first Monday in May, the who’s who in fashion, art, entertainment, and music come together for a night of jaw-dropping fashion, dazzling performances, and gossip-worthy moments that become the stuff of pop culture legend. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Met Gala. What is it? Most people know the Met Gala as an haute-couture extravaganza, featuring the most famous people on earth. And it totally is that. But it also holds a surprisingly…

Met Gala Themes

Who doesn’t love a good theme? In honor of this year’s Met Gala being just weeks away, let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit the themes of Met Gala past. From whimsical to wild, here are the show-stopping themes of the Met Gala over the last 10 years. 2025 — Superfine: Tailoring Black Style Co-chairs: Anna Wintour, Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky Honorary chairs: LeBron James 2024 — Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion Co-chairs: Anna Wintour,…

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Neko Health

Medical tourism is nothing new. For years, people have flocked to the likes of Thailand, Turkey, and South Korea to take advantage of their high-quality, low-cost healthcare services. And while most of these trips have historically been for cosmetic procedures like plastic surgery, Neko Health’s full body scan is revolutionizing preventative healthcare and giving you a reason to travel for more than just a nip and a tuck. Well, you and their wait-list of over 100,000 people, that is. The…

The Silversands Kids Club

What do you get when you mix the vibrant landscape and rich culture of Grenada with the quirky designs and creativity of childhood? You get The Silversands Kids Club, of course. This youthful oasis was designed by Grenada-born architect and designer Irina Kostka. The club recently opened with a splash at The Silversands Resort Grand Anse, and it’s already creating buzz among families visiting the island. Inside, kids are immersed in a world of vibrant colors, nature-themed decorations, and every…

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Trevor Noah

South-Africa-born comedian Trevor Noah is a hard one to replace. It’s been two years since his departure, and The Daily Show is still waiting to find a new permanent host. But what’s Trevor been up to since his stint in late night TV? (Well, other than hosting the GRAMMYs, of course.) In a word: travel. And lots of it. Here are some of the locations that Trevor Noah has traveled to over the years. Guanacaste, Costa Rica Trevor and his…

The Boca Raton

This is not your grandma’s Boca. We knew the cool crowd from Miami branched out to Palm Beach. But now, those hitters have a new place to play, which is The Boca Raton. When you’re traveling as a family, it can be a headache trying to find the kind of spot that has something for everyone. But The Boca Raton has made your next family getaway a no-brainer. With five hotels spread across one luxury resort, The Boca Raton has…

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Almanac Palais Vienna

There’s a vacation, and then there’s a vacation in a palace in Vienna. After all, Vienna’s charm is legendary. So naturally, when luxury hotel brand Almanac transformed two 17th century palace buildings into the ultimate boutique hotel, the Almanac Palais Vienna became one of the top hotels in Vienna. The hotel beautifully combines the opulent decor of Imperial Vienna with the tasteful simplicity of the 21st century. Here’s everything you need to know about the Almanac Palais Vienna. Location Almanac…

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Hotels with Top Hair Salons

Going on vacation is all about pampering yourself, right? Luckily, some hotels have started seriously elevating their wellness menu. These havens of high-end hospitality aren’t just about sumptuous suites and gourmet dining; they also offer top-tier hair care that rivals the best salons in the world. So whether you’re in Morocco, Abu Dhabi, or anywhere in between, here are some of the best hotel hair salons, for when your hair craves a little extra TLC. Hotel: The Abu Dhabi EDITION…

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Starwood’s Second Act

What do you do when you sell your hotel group for a little north of $13.6 billion? The average person would retire. But not Barry Sternlicht. Instead, he went on to build another hotel portfolio, which includes the Baccarat. Now, he’s bringing Starwood Hotels back for a show-stopping second act. What is happening? Starwood Hotels and Resorts was sold to Marriott in 2016. But Barry Sternlicht didn’t hang up his hospitality hat after leaving Starwood. Now, Barry Sternlicht is reviving…

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Sabrina Carpenter

Over the last year, Sabrina Carpenter has skyrocketed to pop stardom. You could say that she’s made quite an impression (five feet, to be exact). In November, she wrapped the North American leg of her “Short ‘n Sweet” tour and will take the show to Europe in March. Just last week, she not only performed at the Grammys, but won her first Grammy Awards: Best Pop Vocal Album for “Short ‘n Sweet” and Best Pop Solo Performance for “Espresso.” Needless…

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Top 5 Mountain Huts in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Cortina d’Ampezzo looks like a scene out of a storybook. With its bucolic chalets, imposing snow-capped mountains, and shimmering alpine lakes, travelers flock from around the globe to take advantage of the upscale resort town’s winter and summer sports scenes. Peppered across the peaks of the Dolomites are countless mountain huts, or “rifugios”, where travelers can relax and refresh themselves. Whether you need to warm up from a day of shredding on the slopes, or are just eager to try…

Black Tie Dances: Ball Season 2025

From royals and dignitaries to socialites and celebrities, balls are the go-to events for all things glamorous. They even have their own season. While Ball Season can begin as early as November, it reaches its peak from January to March. That’s now. Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn to waltz. Or, dressing in full Venetian regalia has been on your wish-list. Or, maybe you’re just so good-looking, you’re looking for a reason to break out the tux and the Schiaparelli…

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