There are destinations that come into their prime, and this year, that’s going to be South America. It’s the place that defines adventure by topography alone. There are mountains to climb, jungles to explore, salt flats to conquer, and a whole lot in between. But adventure doesn’t mean you have to rough it, as these hotels are your luxury home base. These nine properties pair real comfort with wild places, whether you want full luxury or a stylish base camp.…
Yes, it’s adventurous to climb El Chalten in Argentina, or trek through a remote jungle in the Amazon. But if you want to go all explorer a la Sir Francis Drake, there’s only one answer, and that’s Antarctica. Antarctica is the hardest continent to reach, and a cruise there is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. These cruises do the heavy lifting of research and logistics, so you can relax and enjoy the views while still experiencing the luxury. These are the best…
Sometimes the best revenge is living your best life, and not needing revenge at all. That would be Nicole Kidman, who has been on a bucket list of travels around the world this year with family and friends.
The West Village has no shortage of places to eat. What it’s short on is places that make you want to stay (and not be hounded by twenty-somethings shoving their way in). Hommali NYC is one of them. The new Thai restaurant sits on a busy stretch of Seventh Ave, yet it feels completely hidden away. You step inside, and the street noise disappears. There’s dark wood everywhere, every corner is rounded, and the lighting is dim without making you…
Most people come to Nepal for the Himalayas. I did too. But after two weeks of trekking to Everest Base Camp, I was ready to trade the mountains for something (anything) less physically demanding. So I headed south to the jungle. When people hear “safari,” they usually think of Africa. But if you want to search for Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, and wild elephants, Nepal’s southern lowlands are the place to go. Bardia National Park and Chitwan National Park are…
When set in one of the world’s most beautiful places, a hotel must earn its real estate. The Atacama is a legit beauty, too. After spotting it from the moon, Neil Armstrong brought wives #1 and #2 to visit. If it had been around for his visits, Tierra Atacama would have been his place to stay. Nostalgic History I’ve been going to the Atacama Desert for the past 14 years, and I will say Mr. Armstrong had it right. Even…
Okay, maybe Charlie Trotter’s isn’t back yet, but they’re back soon. We just got so excited that the OG of fine dining (and the first restaurant to put its prime table right in the kitchen) is reopening. What’s more is poetically, the famed restaurant will re-open under the watch of Chef Trotter’s son, Dylan. He’s also the carbon copy image of his father, exactly as I remember from my visits 25+ years ago. On a recent visit to the restaurant,…
You know the saying: Give a man a fish, and you will feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish, and you will feed him for a lifetime. While the saying was probably meant in the context of more basic needs, let’s take that and apply it to Michelin-level culinary schools. Because making food and eating it is as good a reason as any to get on a plane. These are the top cooking schools that are worthy…
Some of the world’s most inventive and progressive culinary scenes are emerging across Africa, where chefs are drawing on deeply rooted traditions while pushing cuisine in exciting new directions. And Cape Town is just the beginning. From Marrakech palaces to Rwandan volcano views, some of the continent’s most compelling restaurants are making a strong case for planning entire itineraries around dinner. Photo courtesy of Curate at Ellerman House. Restaurant: Curate at Ellerman House Location: Bantry Bay, Cape Town, South Africa. …
Good things come to those who wait. But when it comes to beauty advent calendars, the opposite might just be true. Each year, the biggest names in beauty outdo themselves with increasingly extravagant collections of skincare, makeup, fragrance, and more, all tucked behind 12, 24, or 25 little doors. And while they’re technically designed to count down to Christmas, the best ones tend to sell out long before December rolls around. From cult-favorite products to exclusive holiday treats, the most…
