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Big Skies – The Montage Opens

Mila Grgas, Writer There’s nothing new about Montana being one of the most beautiful places in the country. But there is something new on the hotel scene, that finally brings a grande scale luxury option to Big Sky. Before you had to either rough it, or own in the billionaire club of Yellowstone. Today though, the Montage Big Sky Resort brings an option for the luxury masses, with its brand new lodge. Here’s the preview of the best luxury hotel…

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Celebrity Travel

Sarah Jessica Parker

Not only is she co-starring with husband Matthew Broderick in a Broadway show, but she also just brought back Sex and the City with the sequel And Just Like That. Sarah Jessica Parker has always been an inspiration; after all, who didn’t want to be Carrie on the original series? SJP and the gang are back, living the best life in NYC. The fashion is sweeter than ever. And the real co-star of the show, New York City, has never…

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Travel Buzz

The EDITION Reykjavik

If you’ve ever been to Iceland, you know it left much to be desired in terms of hotels. In fact, if there was a city whose sky-high prices had an inverse relationship to quality, Reykjavík was it. Until now, maybe, because the EDITION has landed — a luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Here’s the preview that may just inspire a trip. The Details: Just outside of Old Harbor Port, the 253-room Reykjavík luxury hotel is well within the city center. But…

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A Stunner of a Hotel in Greece

White Coast Pool Suites Mila Grgas, Writer We know you like beautiful pictures. We do too. So here’s your dose of wanderlust this week, even if it’s just to surf the hotel website for a few. You may know Milos as the Greek restaurant with those addictive zucchini chips. But the real Milos is an island in Greece. Yes, of course there’s also Mykonos and Santorini. Plus Crete, Paros and Antiparos — all fantastic places to visit over the summer…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Unique Places in the Caribbean

Something Different You are a world traveler, and you know your stuff. You’ve danced on every table at Nikki Beach. Twice. You’re a regular on the circuit in Aspen. You’ve been there, done that. So where can you go, that’s still ultra luxurious but a little off-grid? A place where you won’t see everyone from the kids’ school, or run into the big boss? Well, we have four hotels in the Caribbean, to mix it up this winter. Because you…

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Road Trip

The New York Earth Room

Soho, Manhattan A little known room of dirt lies in one of the most trafficked areas of Manhattan. In Soho, above the designer stores, fancy cafes, and tourists crowded on cobblestone streets, is The New York Earth Room. The large room and adjacent gallery once used to be The Dia Art Foundation’s only exhibition space and office. But in 1977, Hiener Friedrich, the notorious art dealer and collector who is one of the founders of Dia, commissioned Walter De Maria…

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Road Trip

Laurie Anderson at The Hirshhorn Museum

The Exhibition Last week I recommended a visit to the Glenstone Museum if you find yourself in the D.C. area. But The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in downtown D.C. is also worth a visit. They have recently mounted the largest ever U.S. exhibition of the artist and performer Laurie Anderson. The show is on view until July 31st, and will include live performances by the artist on specified dates in conjunction with the exhibition. The Artist Laurie Anderson is…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Where Off-Season Travel is the New In-Season

By now, you’ve probably hit the slopes. Maybe the Caribbean a few times. That’s all good, because the prime time for those destinations is now. But what if you have a long weekend, or want to telecommute from somewhere other than home? There are destinations where, over the next few months, off-season travel is the new in-season. Sometimes it’s good to go against the grain. The reward is the authenticity of the experience, good weather, and a chance to vacation…

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Hacienda AltaGracia Costa Rica Hotel

You now have another reason to go to Costa Rica: the opening of the newest Auberge hotel in Pérez Zeledón. Hacienda AltaGracia opened this past December, and the place was a winner right from the get-go. This mountain retreat takes getting in touch with nature and wellness to the next level. The Details: The only Auberge resort in Central America sets a high standard. Fifty luxury huts dot around an 850-acre plot of land with a view of the of…

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Celebrity Travel

Dua Lipa on Vacation

Jet-Setting with Dua Lipa Is it OK to fangirl over a celebrity? Usually no, but in Dua Lipa’s case, let’s make an exception. Dua knows how to work hard and play hard. Here are three of the destinations where she’s been spotted on vacation. We can confirm that they’re amazing spots. Quetzalcoatl’s Nest Where: Mexico City You may know this famous, unforgettable AirBnB thanks to its signature serpentine form. Dua Lipa’s style is eclectic and colorful, and that extends to…

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