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Where to Stay in Manila

The Peninsula Manila Why we like it: When we’re on our way to the Amanpulo and need a place to post up overnight, The Peninsula Manila does not disappoint. In Manila, it is the most classic, luxury place to stay. For locals, it’s one of the centers of social life in the country. Location, Location, Location The hotel is conveniently located in Makati, minutes away from the Salcedo Saturday Market, in close proximity to all the major shopping malls. You’re…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The Bhutan Travel Guide

If the phrase “been there, done that” is in your vocabulary, we have the destination for you. Bhutan is the natural next step for travellers who’ve been just about everywhere. To visit Bhutan is like earning your Ph.D. in travel. Bhutan remains unspoiled enough to excite any seasoned explorer. This South Asian destination ranks #1 in economic freedom and ease of doing business (not to mention peace—seriously, look it up). It’s no wonder major players like Aman and the newly…

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Travel Guides

Your Insider French Michelin Gastronomical Tour

Good for: Single travelers, groups, couples, families and anyone who likes the beautiful countryside, food and wine. When to Go: Anytime from the first signs of spring to November, before the weather turns cold. The Highlights: The Light Chablis class at William Fevre Cellar on Day You’re your transportation in the vintage Bentley S3, your private residence at Chateau de Beaune in the inside walls city of Beaune (the private residence of the owner of Bouchard Pere & Fils and…

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Celebrity Travel

The Clarence Hotel, Ireland: Party Like U2

Dublin is one of our favorite cities to visit. The food, nightlife and atmosphere are just some of the many reasons we love it so much. If you’ve ever strolled around Dublin’s city center, then you’ll know what we mean. Did someone say Temple Bar? When we’re planning a trip to Dublin, we like to choose our hotel’s location based on walking distance from the main attractions. And maybe a little luxury too. For that, there’s no better and more…

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New York City

Au Cheval: Make It A Double

Au Cheval Good for: Groups of friends, boys’ night out, birthday dinners, date night, or pretty much any occasion for which you want to eat good meat and eggs – as long as you have a reservation. If you don’t have one, be prepared to wait for over an hour. Atmosphere: The stage is already set when you have to go down a cobblestone alleyway in Tribeca that looks like it hasn’t changed in a hundred years, like a scene…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Your Private House in Patagonia for the Holidays

Nothing like the holidays makes you want to get away with your family or a group of friends from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and take a breather. And if that breather happens to be in the luxury private vacation house in Patagonia, then that just means that the universe wants you to get away too. Welcome to the private, family-owned estate: Paguimalal (a play on the owner’s three childrens’ names: Paloma, Guillermo, and Matilde, and the Mapuche…

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Travel Guides

A Harvest Adventure at The Estate Yountville in Napa Valley

What do you get when the beautiful Hotel Villagio and the Vintage House of The Estate Yountville partners up with the renowned Piazza Del Dotto Winery and the Hill Family wines to create a Harvest Adventure? You get the ultimate two-day wine experience in Napa Valley, with rates starting at $695. Besides the obvious all-encompassing wine experiences, the property offers adventures that range from hot air balloon rides and bonfires, to ‘art of sabering’ classes. So be sure to pace…

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Travel Guides

The Return of St. Barth’s Gourmet Festival

If artists have annual world-class art conventions, and music-lovers have Reading and Leeds every summer, foodies have the sixth annual St. Barth’s Gourmet Festival, which is taking place from November 6th to November 10th this year. Organized by the Saint Barthélemy Tourism Committee, think of it as a mecca for foodies from all over the world. Another sign of recovery from the Hurricane Irma that wrecked St. Barthélemy in 2017, with Eden Rock officially opening this November, and a multitude…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The Travel Guide to Paris

Our Galavante founder, Christine Drinan, who’s been to over 100 countries around the world and is on her way to 195, has a local guide of her favorite spots in Paris, where she often travels. It’s the travel guide to Paris for those who think of Paris as their second home. Or third. Places to Stay Lately, we’ve been staying at La Reserve. It’s so French, it hurts. There’s classic décor in all the common areas, and in a place…

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Hotel Reviews

Where to Stay in Tel Aviv

The Hotel: The Norman Why we recommend it: Israel is the birthplace of three religions and home to some of the world’s friendliest cultures. The bonus too is that it’s the land of the world’s greatest hummus. Now if that’s not a reason to travel, we don’t know what is. But in Tel Aviv, you can add in excellent places to stay to that list. For a long time, the only chic place to stay in Israel was The Norman.…

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