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A Trip to Champagne Country

You’ve been to Paris a gazillion times, and plan to go a gazillion more. But sometimes it’s nice to mix it up and spend a few days away from the big city. That’s where Champagne (as in the bubbles) comes into play. You have to give props to a place that birthed a whole new category of libations and is synonymous with having a good time. In French fashion, unless it’s from the actual region of Champagne, the rest of…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Fall NY Road Trips: Where to Stay

We know you can’t go too long without getting on an airplane. But this time of year, there’s a reason to hop in the car instead. Fall is prime time to take the scenic route, peep at some leaves, and road-trip upstate for the weekend. Maybe there’s a hayride involved. Or a hike up a mountain. Either way, there’s definitely apple cider. And now, there are hotels that are worthy of your standards. This is your go-to list for the…

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Travel Buzz

The Mandarin Oriental Cortina

A small village in the Italian Dolomites hit the international scene when it hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics. Then decades passed, and Cortina d’Ampezzo went back to being the pure, perfect mountain village that made it so special. That’s all about to change again. In anticipation of the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics, the Mandarin Oriental will open its first alpine resort in the iconic Cristallo hotel. Overview The Mandarin operation is about to open its first Alpine resort, and we…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

A Weekend at Villa Stephanie

It’s been a great autumn at home, and it felt good to get back to school and to your routine. But after charging hard the first few weeks at work, you’re ready to travel again. Or maybe you have that business trip to London and want to tack on a few days. We have the perfect spot for you, Villa Stephanie. It combines wellness, relaxation, natural beauty, and wine. And it’s in, of all places, Germany. The Overview Villa Stephanie…

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Celebrity Travel

Kristen Stewart

She’s an Oscar nominee. The face of Chanel. Confident enough to walk the Cannes red carpet barefoot. And just when we thought we couldn’t love her more, we found out that Kristen is an avid cook. She’s a girl after our own heart, who’ll eat caviar on pasta, or just right out of the tin. So of course, for vacation, we’ll have what Kristen’s having. Here’s where to vacation like this triple threat. We’ve loved watching Kristen Stewart evolve as…

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New York City

Semma, an Indian Restaurant in NYC

There’s nothing like authentic Indian food. Once you get a taste of it, there’s no going back. You know what we mean; your favorite joint becomes a staple when you’re looking for comfort food. Semma and its sibling eateries are Indian restaurants in NYC that have taken the city by storm, impressing even the food critics. But in the end, we don’t care about any of that. Here’s our review. Overview I’m going to cut right to the chase; Semma…

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Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Bel-Air

Some places are an institution. Just by their mere existence, they deserve #respect. Welcome to LA’s Hotel Bel-Air, as close to a national treasure as it gets in the United States. This grande dame hotel is located in perhaps the prettiest part of the city. You need to power lunch here, preferably over a club sandwich. Overview A place earns the destination of institution if it’s been around since 1946. The Hotel Bel-Air is set on 12-plus gardened acres in…

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Best Of The Best, FOOD

London Restaurant Guide

Give London a break. It has great food, and its reputation for mediocrity in the culinary scene is as outdated as a 1970s avocado-colored kitchen. Here are the restaurants that need to be on your list next time you’re in town. And yes, they do serve more than fish and chips — but those are pretty good too. Thanks to the diverse cultures and people that have made this city home, London has some of the most eclectic food and…

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New York City

The Ned Opens in NYC

The Soho House for grown-ups has arrived in New York City. And we’re not being facetious either; The Ned is literally the older version of the Soho House portfolio. In lieu of 20-somethings, the Ned is more about the 30-somethings and up, with an emphasis on and up. But it’s not lacking one ounce of cool. Meet The Ned Founded by Soho House CEO Nick Jones, The Ned is a members-only, one-stop shop for lodging, socializing, working, and relaxing. While…

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Reviews

Bar Les Ambassadeurs at the Hôtel de Crillon

In honor of Paris Fashion Week, we’re going old school. As in 133 years old, when the Hôtel de Crillon first opened. Though, if we’re being technical, the building has been around since 1758. No matter, it’s more en vogue than ever, and always a good idea to grab a drink at Hôtel de Crillon’s bar. Here’s the review. Overview Rosewood’s Hôtel de Crillon’s Les Ambassadeurs is one of the classic fancy places to stop for a drink in…

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