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Barcelona Guide: Cafés, Bakeries and Patisseries

There’s no shortage of outstanding food and fashion in the city made famous for lisping (Barthelona), Art Nouveau and neo-gothic architecture exemplified by its most famous architect, Antoni Gaudi. It’s also known for its artists (Picasso, Dali, Miro) and, of course – the food. And Lara Stella, is here to point you to the best of Barcelona’s cafes, patisseries, and bakeries. Every neighborhood is within walking distance to a market, not quite as grand as La Boqueria, but every bit…

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The Best of Mexico City

You like food. You like art. And you like culture. Also, you’re never opposed to easy-on-the-eyes people watching. That’s why there’s a 99% chance you’ll love Mexico City. This is the list of where to stay, eat, and what to see in what may just be the perfect weekend destination. Where to Stay Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City The Four Seasons Mexico City wraps around a lush courtyard that feels like a secret garden in the heart of the city.…

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Beauty & Wellness

The Ruby Postnatal

If you’ve just said goodbye to your maternity suite, and you’re staring at your baby thinking, “Now, what?” — Houston’s first luxury postpartum retreat, The Ruby Postnatal is ready for you. It’s set inside the Omni Hotel in Houston, and it isn’t a repeat of the hospital stay you just endured. You already had the white linens and the midnight checks. This is about what happens after that, when you cross your own front door and realize the nurse button…

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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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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Most Expensive Hotels in the World

Luxury hotels are a dime a dozen. The likes of Rosewood, Aman, and Mandarin Oriental properties are just about everywhere. And while they offer a magnificent product that we genuinely love, sometimes, it’s not just not enough. If you’re looking to step up your vacation game with a truly exclusive and over-the-top experience, you’ll have to stray from the beaten path of big hospitality brands and look for the few lesser-known nuggets of luxury peppered around this world. Does that…

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Atlantis Royal Mansion Most Expensive in the World

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Château de Théoule

Long gone are the days when castles were exclusively for royalty. Today, there are plenty of châteaux-turned-hotels where those without a title or a double-barrelled name can revel in the luxury that comes with historical properties. And Le Château de Théoule, located on France’s Mediterranean coast, is one of them. History and Location Originally built as a soap factory in the 17th century, this property then became a castle when a Scottish Lord took it over at the start of…

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Most Expensive Homes to Rent

When you’re in a “No autographs, please” frame of mind, that’s when a private abode is a good idea. But there’s no roughing it. Some may even say that you’re upgrading when you stay in these homes on your next vacay. If you thought Bad Bunny spending $150,000 per month to rent a penthouse in West Chelsea was expensive, buckle up. Deluxe rentals in the chicest of destinations aren’t much cheaper. Many are pricier — see for yourself. This is…

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Rosewood Rome

Rome’s next headline hotel is in the works, and this one’s landing right where Fellini’s camera once rolled — the legendary Via Veneto. Rosewood Rome is on track to open in 2026, promising a fresh twist on classic Roman glamour, all inside the former BNL Bank headquarters. If you’ve ever strolled past those grand stone façades on your way to your second espresso, you’ll know these buildings don’t whisper, they announce themselves with quiet confidence and a little old-school swagger.…

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Beauty & Wellness

The $1.4 Trillion Wellness Travel Industry

Everybody loves a massage, a facial, or a full mani-pedi on vacation. But while small relaxation and cosmetic treatments used to be the extent of wellness travel, it’s not the case any longer. These days, travelers fly just about everywhere for the purpose of wellness. Turkey is the country of choice for full medical check-ups in state-of-the-art facilities, and Sweden is now famous for fits full-body scan offerings. No destination is too far when it comes to our well-being, and…

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Celebrity Travel

Ashton Kutcher Invests in Soho House

When you invest in Uber and Twitter in the seed stages, you’re pretty dialed in. But when you continue to make unicorns, you’re more than a one-hit-wonder investor. So, when Ashton Kutcher gets into the Soho House investment, you know it’s something to watch. About Soho House Even if you don’t know much about the very chic and oh-so-hush-hush world of private members’ clubs, you know about Soho House. The world-famous chain of private clubs, which has 46 locations spread…

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