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Top Hotels in Madrid

Overview COVID may have cramped your style over the past two years, but this is the summer to travel. And Spain is calling. The capital city of Madrid is more than a gateway to Ibiza and Mallorca. This grande-dame destination is the place to be right now, and the city has the hottest hotel openings to prove it. This is your guide to where to stay in Madrid this summer. (Or fall. Or really all year round.) The Edition The…

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New York City

Hawksmoor: A Steakhouse in NYC

Let’s hear it for NYC restaurants that have come back stronger than before. Same goes for the new restaurant scene, which is now hotter than ever. Take the Hawksmoor, for instance, which is bringing a modern steakhouse to NYC’s East 22nd Street. But how is the food — and just as importantly, how’s the scene? Here’s our take. The Atmosphere The Hawksmoor has all the components to make it a cool steakhouse. First, it’s in a prime location, right in…

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Stanly Ranch in Napa

Napa Valley Some things come full circle. Twenty-plus years ago, Auberge was the only true knock-it-out-of-the-park luxury hotel to grace the sacred land of Napa. Now, with the Auberge Resorts Collection seeking world domination, it’s nice to see they’re back where they started. Here’s a first look at the Stanly Ranch in Napa. Stanly Ranch With Stanly Ranch, the Auberge Resorts Collection invites guests to experience a working ranch that’s been converted into a resort. The ranch fosters community and…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Top Art Hotels & Vineyards in the World

There’s a direct correlation between luxury and art, and it’s safe to say that they intersect at these hotels and vineyards around the world. One hotel in particular remains an insider spot, even after a visit from Kanye. And if there’s change burning a hole in your couch cushions, you can drop $100,000 a night to sleep in a suite not only decorated with Damien Hirst’s art, but actually designed by the great artist himself. Priceless works by Picasso, Chagall,…

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Best Of The Best

Prettiest Gardens Around the World

You know, it’s more than OK to go to a destination just to smell the roses. Or more à propos this time of year: the cherry blossoms. Yes, roses smell lovely, but it’s hard to beat an entire city blanketed in fragrant pink. The season is right upon us, and these are the prettiest gardens in the world to take in the blooms. The Gardens at Versailles Palace of Versailles, France The Palace of Versailles is a must see at…

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Luxury Family Travel & Lifestyle

Legos for You and All Your Friends

Ever wonder where all your family friends have gone for the weekend, as no one seems to be around? Well, if they’re staying local, there’s a good chance that they’re at the new Legoland. This Mecca for kids is about an hour from practically every destination in the tri-state area. But this is no normal Legoland; it’s the tricked-out version. Here are the details of Legoland in New York. Location: Goshen, Orange County New York The Hudson Valley just provided…

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Celebrity Travel

Travel Like Megan Fox

There are a few movie stars whose vacation spots are pretty much a bucket list of beach vacations. It’s no surprise that among them is Megan Fox, who may know a thing or two about rocking a swimsuit. Fox has some outstanding island destinations on her travel list. We’re willing to bet that her upcoming wedding will be a beach affair as well. So here is the ultimate guide for those who wish to travel like Megan Fox. Thessaloniki, Greece…

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The Top Mexican Restaurants in the World

You love to try new foods. You live to travel, and you travel to eat. But there’s a cuisine that goes beyond the taco truck, and for years now, it’s been creating a buzz. That’s Mexican food. Yes, Mexico has some of the world’s most loved dishes. Mexican cuisine is so much more than a good old guacamole, and these restaurants prove it like no one else. This is your list of the top Mexican restaurants in the world. The…

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Celebrity Travel

Travel Like Jake Gyllenhaal

He may be the rumored inspiration for several song lyrics, but Jake Gyllenhaal is more than the guy who broke Taylor Swift’s heart (stand down, Swifties). The guy is one of the best actors in Hollywood, and he has seen the world through movie sets. Here are places to spot Jake Gyllenhaal on vacation, and all of them are absolute bucket-list material. The Destination: Bhutan It doesn’t matter who it was — it’s enough to know that a great girl,…

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The Four Seasons Tamarindo in Jalisco

When you’re in Mexico and you just want the best place to stay, the answer is the Four Seasons. The Four Seasons organization continues to expand its empire in Mexico. The Four Seasons Tamarindo is situated on a private, off-the-grid peninsula in Jalisco. Jungle meets beach, and there’s even a world-class 18-hole golf course. Here’s the first look. The Four Season Tamarindo is tucked away on a private peninsula between the towns of La Manzanilla and Barra de Navidad in Jalisco.…

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