Over the past two years, you have spoken with at least one friend, family member, new acquaintance, or random person on the street who told you they were planning a trip to Japan. Or that they had just come back from a trip to Japan. I am guilty for being one of these individuals. In my defense, my husband and I knew we wanted to honeymoon in Japan several years before the craze began (I’m not like other girls!). When…
There are lots of ways one could spend money while traveling abroad, especially in a place like Tokyo. Amazing restaurants, spas, weekend excursions, luxury hotels — the list goes on. However: if you like to spend your money how I like to spend my money, in the form of a vintage designer bag, then Tokyo (and this article) is for you. Courtesy of Ginza Six, Tokyo, Japan The vintage shopping in Japan as a whole is truly unbelievable. Japan…
This is a case of a hotel group coming out of nowhere, and opening some of the top hotels in the world. Capella is out for world domination – or, at least to take on the heavies in ultra-luxury places to stay. This is a preview of their Bangkok hotel. Photo courtesy of Capella Ubud. About Capella Ubud We know you’ve done Bali. The beach clubs in Seminyak, the yoga retreats, the rice terrace selfie. But, imagine a camp where…
Thailand is often thought to be a destination that’s solely suitable for young backpackers in search of adventures and a little too much fun. (We blame the book The Beach, and its 2000 movie adaptation for cementing this stereotype.) Because we know better, we’re desperate to debunk this myth by showing luxury-focused travelers that Thailand is an excellent spot for an indulgent vacation. Of course, an opulent beach-filled trip always starts with high-end hotels, so we’ve selected the six best…
It’s not just everyone in your school group that is headed to Japan. We’d say we’re not even sure if it’s the chicken or the egg that’s drawing celebs to Japan. From promoting films to family trips, these are the celebs in the neighborhood (and their favorite spots). Photo courtesy of The Peninsula Tokyo The Peninsula Tokyo Johnny Depp has visited Japan a few times and reportedly stayed at The Peninsula Tokyo. The Peninsula is notorious for its lavish design…
We may never be Crazy Rich Asians, but we sure can stay like them in Singapore. It’s one of the last three remaining city-states in the world (can you name the other two?). These are the top hotels when you do find your way to the Little Red Dot. Capella Singapore. Photo courtesy of Capella Hotels. Hotel: Capella Singapore Location: Sentosa Island Sometimes you need an escape from the fast-paced lifestyle of the city. But, in a city-state, where do…
Maybe because it was during Fashion Week, but based on my evening at A Pasta Bar in NYC, I can confirm that skinny and easy-on-the-eyes people eat pasta. I had walked by A Pasta Bar dozens of times. I finally joined the ranks of attractive people sitting al fresco, whose large plates of pasta previously gave me FOMO. Like its name implies, A Pasta Bar is a simple yet elevated pasta restaurant. Its open kitchen is helmed by Chef Massimo…
There’s something undeniably magical about waking up to the sound of the ocean. But waking up above it? That’s a different story altogether. Once reserved for honeymooners and special occasions, overwater villas have become the ultimate expression of barefoot luxury. Think private infinity pools, glass floors, and direct access to impossibly turquoise lagoons. And while the Maldives and French Polynesia may have perfected the concept, they’re hardly the only destinations worth considering. From Fiji to Mexico and Cambodia, these are…
It took a long time for Japan to welcome tourists again after the COVID-19 pandemic. But when the nation reopened its doors to visitors in October 2022, they came in droves. And the Japanese travel trend is going nowhere. In fact, we’re pretty sure that the country is going to remain on everyone’s bucket list for a while. If you’re planning a trip to Japan in the near future, we have one piece of advice: Don’t stick to Tokyo. While…
There are hotels with history, hotels with views, and hotels that have made their way into the cultural zeitgeist. Then there’s San Domenico Palace, A Four Seasons Hotel, which happens to check all three boxes. Perched above the Ionian Sea in Sicily’s picturesque town of Taormina, this former 14th-century convent has hosted everyone from Oscar Wilde to Audrey Hepburn. More recently, it became a household name thanks to The White Lotus. But even without the HBO treatment, this is one…
