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Menorca, The Spanish Island to Know

You know the Hollywood cliché of every guy and girl who have been “just friends” for ages. Guy dates every Mrs. Wrong even when Mrs. Right has been his BFF all along. This story has only been done, like, a gazillion times, just subbing out the players, the cities, and the sidekick supporting actors. Well, this also applies to vacation spots, and this one may just have the potential to be true love. Because sometimes there’s a destination right under…

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Celebrity Travel

Follow the Band: Taylor Swift

Looks like we’ll have another billionaire (or at least close to it) by the time Taylor Swift completes her Eras tour. Talk about someone who earns it; Taylor doesn’t dial it in by showing up late or leaving early. She performs, torrential rain, snow or shine, literally. She also sings her heart out, for a full three hours, so whatever you’re paying for your tickets, she’s worth it. Here are three upcoming cities on her tour, and where to stay like Taylor. Taylor recently added brand…

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Travel Buzz

La Fantaisie Paris Opens

New hotels always open in Paris, but when one is by the Leitmotiv Group in France, it’s worth a special look. La Fantaisie may sound like another type of establishment, but it’s actually a new hotel in the heart of the up-and-coming 9th Arrondissement. The name is kind of a tribute though, to its former red light district roots. La Fantaisie Paris is a new hotel, that’s worth a look. Location, Location, Location When you’re deciding where to book a…

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Travel Guides

Two Best Boutique Hotels in Mallorca

There comes a point when you’ve been to so many of the best hotels in the world that it takes something really different to catch your eye. Well, you’ll find that not just once but twice in Mallorca at these two well-designed hotels. They hit all the right notes on décor, vibe, and that pool. These are two boutique hotels in Mallorca that are not about the brash luxury, but rather the luxury in chic simplicity. Summer in Mallorca Mallorca…

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Manna, Greece’s New Design Hotel

There’s a new design hotel opening in Greece and it’s not in Athens, Mykonos, or Santorini. It’s in Arcadia, and they couldn’t have picked a more idyllic setting. This historic region is in the central part of the Peloponnese peninsula. Arcadia is famous for its natural beauty consisting of mountain valleys, crystal clear rivers, and lush forests. The landscape has served as inspiration for many legends that have gone on to become an important part of Greek culture. The new…

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Maslina Resort on Croatia’s Hvar Island

As if you needed another reason to hop over to Croatia this summer, there’s now a cool hotel. Hvar, an island just north of Dubrovnik in the Adriatic, is a land of lavender fields surrounded by turquoise sea waters. Maslina is one of those rare breeds of hotels that’s sustainable, luxurious, and has good value. It’s also where to be. Croatia is at the top of everyone’s list of hottest new destinations in Europe. This is because of its picturesque…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Off-the-Beaten-Path in Portugal

Portugal is that unique spot in Europe that expertly threads the needle of authentic and unspoiled with the luxurious and chic. This is a country lively enough to keep your attention but chillaxed enough to let you decompress. Portugal is having its moment right now, with a new level of luxury hotels and a food scene that’s worth traveling for. When it comes to Europe you know all the usual stops, but here’s one more to add to the list.…

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Road Trip

Top Road Trips From Rome

All roads may lead to Rome, but some of them lead to quaint getaways too. Maybe you want to stay at a gem on the beach. Or head north to one of the best yet totally overlooked hotels in the country. Wherever that road may take you, these are the hotels that even Caesar would have put on his road trip list. Il Pellicano Distance from Rome: 1 hr 30 min drive A trip to Rome is not complete without…

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Best Of The Best

Where to Eat in Capri

You know we have the most well-traveled community at Galavante, so anywhere we’re booking travel is where to be. If you have ever wondered which is the most popular place our Tastemasters go to each summer, well, the answer is Amalfi. So, here’s to Capri, the center of all the fun each season, and their top restaurants on the isle. This is where to eat in Capri this summer. When visiting a place as iconic as Capri, there’s some pressure…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Top Hotels in Switzerland

Right about now, many of you are wondering if you’re completely shut out of your European summer. We’ll be honest with you: Italy, France, Greece and to a lesser extent, Spain, are going to be a Hail Mary to get your top hotels. So, is there anywhere in Europe that’s worthy of your summer? Sometimes, the answer is right in front of you. If there’s a place on Earth that is pretty darn close to perfection, it might just be…

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