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The Catskills is Back, in All its Glory

New Yorkers’ love story with the Catskills is complicated. After being on and off for so many years, we can definitely say it’s back and stronger than ever! The Catskills are now attracting la crème de la crème of New York’s design junkies and creatives alike to a number of design-forward hotels and lodges. Whether you’re a nature person or not, hit the road and check in at one of these singular accommodations to enjoy the Fall foliage. Urban Cowboy…

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Celebrity Travel

Where the Royals Vacation

We have Mustique on the brain, and this Caribbean isle attracts a certain level of celebrity. Whereas the paps can show up pretty much anywhere else, Mustique is by invitation only and they’re not on the list. So that means celebs who value utter privacy are spared prying eyes. Celebs can really be just like us, and they can let loose. Mustique is where the Hollywood royals, and where the royals vacation. So yes, Mick Jagger, who owns a home…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Sell Your Soul – Head Straight to Mustique

You know, we create these features months before they publish, and we’re betting that, as you read this, while the election results are clear, we still don’t have a president. But we’ve decided life must go on, and today is about escape. All of this business is going to work itself out, and while it may take a few months, we’re going to have a new president come January. Until then, we want to be transported to a place where…

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Travel Buzz

The Real Estate Insider – Amanvari Lands in Mexico

There’s something about the Sea of Cortes that just sounds like it would be a pretty kick a—destination. Add in that Aman is opening a hotel there, the Amanvari, and we’re going to hop on a plane right now. This spot is so spectacular, that a villa may be the ultimate souvenir. Peace & Water About 45 minutes from the Los Cabos airport, the new Amanvari, means peace and water in Sanskrit. This pretty much sums up this oasis in Aman’s continued…

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Travel Guides

Holiday COVID Travel Tips

Thanksgiving is upon us, and if you’re navigating the best way to celebrate. After all, it’s not that simple this year, with a little thing called the pandemic. Maybe this is the first time you’ll fly since the start of the year, and you wonder what travel will be like. Maybe you’re hosting and you need ideas on how to keep everyone healthy and safe. Or maybe you’re flirting with the idea of flying the whole the family for a private island for your…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebs Give a Helping Hand

Celebs — they live a pretty storied life. Private planes, massive homes, attractive co-stars — it’s all in a day’s work. But it doesn’t mean they’re not grateful, and these are the charities on the West Coast and East Coast where, alongside some big names, you can feed those less fortunate before your own celebration on Thanksgiving day. The nonprofit: Los Angeles Mission The celebs: Harrison Ford, Calista Flockhart, Alyssa Milano, Bella Thorne, Hilary Duff, Janel Parrish, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Neil…

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Hotel Reviews

Best Hotels for the Holidays: The Four Seasons Florence

It doesn’t matter what season it is; every season at the Four Seasons Florence is prime time. One of the most exquisite in the entire Four Seasons portfolio (and there’s tough competition), the hotel is especially decked out Christmas to New Years. It’s hands down one of the best hotels for the holidays, including Thanksgiving. After all, you may not miss turkey if they shave truffles on your pasta. The Heart of Florence You may not think of Florence for…

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New York City

Top NYC Restaurants for Thanksgiving Dinner

We’re hitting the first major holiday of the season, and it’s going to be different. You may not have a huge family gathering, lest you have a Rose Garden-esque superspreader event. However, you gotta eat, and on Thanksgiving, you shouldn’t eat alone. These NYC restaurants for Thanksgiving dinner are better than the home cooked meal. This year, for sure, is one you won’t forget. Pass the Gravy It’s almost Thanksgiving and you know what that means. Turkey, Stuffing, and grandma’s…

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Luxury Family Travel & Lifestyle

Thanksgiving on Blackberry Farm

There’s something so Americana about celebrating Thanksgiving on a farm. But this farm, set on 4,200 acres in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, takes it next-level. Imagine this year’s holiday with super-luxe digs, the best home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner you’ll possibly ever have, and activities like horseback riding and archery to round out the celebration. This may not be the year to travel across the world for family, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get away. With its rolling hills…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebrity Politicians

For the most part, less one glaring example, celebrities who have gone into politics have done a decent to exceptional job making the transition from Hollywood to DC. These celebs have shown that they had the best interest of the public at heart and that it’s about more than box office numbers. The Celeb: Ronald Reagan The Position: President The 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, wasn’t just known for his “peace through strength” foreign policy or hastening the Cold…

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