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Aman Mexico Set to Launch Soon

Joelle Mentis, Writer If we ever hit another pandemic in our lifetimes, we’ll be much better prepared – with a beachfront house. And a fully stocked wine cellar of course. Add extra bonus points if it’s in Mexico. Aman Mexico is set to launch soon and we have all of the details. Welcome to Amanvari, which is next level vacation home goals, even for Aman. The name Amanvari comes from the Sanskrit-derived words for “peace” and “water”. The name alone…

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Celebrity Travel

Liam Hemsworth’s Favorite Spots in Australia

We have to admit, sometimes we run Celeb Travel articles just because some of these celebs look darned good in our newsletter. Case in point, the talented Liam Hemsworth. He caught our eye in The Last Song and impressed us with his acting chops in The Hunger Games series. But Liam Hemsworth knows his Australia. It is his homeland, after all. Here are his spots to put on your list. The Spot: Byron Bay We think that it’s a requisite to surf and…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Featured Hamptons House Right on the Water in Sag Harbor

Spring is in the air, which means summer in the Hamptons is right around the corner. And whether or not you’re planning to tear it up on travel this year, summer isn’t summer without a few weeks in the Hamptons. This week, we’re vibing on a brand-new construction, right on the water in Sag Harbor. Five beds, six baths, Peloton bikes and a Tesla charging station. You know — all the basic amenities nowadays. Summer and Sag Harbor, go hand…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Jetiquette – Your Guide to Flying Private

Forget the 1%. When you’re flying private, you’re dealing with the .0001%. It’s a whole different kind of mile-high club, and not just anyone (with the ability to fit in tight places) can join. There are rules to chartering a plane. But if you’re lucky enough to be invited — which nowadays is sometimes the only way to get from Point A to Point B — think of it as an invitation to your host’s home in the sky. Jetiquette…

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Destinations, Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The 6 Best Four Seasons in the World

The Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts portfolio sets the bar for travel, and was the leader in establishing a new standard for luxury travel. The chances are good, that when you stay at a Four Seasons hotel, it will be a home run experience. But to choose the best Four Seasons in the world, well, that’s like picking favorites amongst your children. That’s where Galavante Founder Christine comes in though, as she has stayed in more than 80 Four Seasons Hotels around…

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hotel interior with painted ceilings, dangling chandeliers, palm plants and sofas, best four Seasons in the world

Home Design

Favorite Coffee Table Books

Books are not just for reading; they’re for decorating, too. The proper selection of books — whether on your coffee table, in the entrance way or by the bed — can tie together an entire room. Books are part of home design. That, and they can be a reflection of who you want to convey you are. These are a few statement coffee table books that add a whole lot to your home as well as your persona. Chic Stays…

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Things You’ll Love

Carry-On Luxury Luggage

Your luggage is your calling card, when you’re on the road. And you will on the road again soon, if you haven’t already snuck away for some Vitamin D this winter. So to look forward to all the good things to come in travel, here are 5 carry on suitcases. These five luxury luggage brands will take you anywhere from that business trip to Chicago to that long weekend in Paris. Goyard Why we like it: If there’s a bag…

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New York City

Don Angie – Better Than Ever

If there’s one place that has made this dining in sub-zero weather not only bearable but something sought-after all winter, it’s Don Angie. Far beyond the requisite space heater, Don Angie restaurant makes the socially distanced dining experience actually social. And enjoyable. The cabins are designed so you can see the people around you, outside your pod with windows in between. Don Angie’s cabins are the warmest places to eat during the winter as well. It’s even better when those…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebrity-Owned Hotels

What do celebs do with some of that extra change in their couch cushions? Own a hotel, of course. Celebs like Leo, Hugh and Olivia can now add hotelier to their list of impressive accomplishments. (DiCaprio, Jackman and Newton-John, in case you’re not on a first-name basis with them). These aren’t any ordinary celebrity-owned hotels, though. As passion-driven projects, these spots focus on wellness and sustainability. Think manatee conservation centers and zero carbon footprint. On the extreme makeover side,…

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Destinations

Top Hotel Rooms With a View

Joelle Mentis, Writer Sometimes, life is about 1,000 thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets. And big fluffy bathrobes. Extra bonus points when they’re in a plush hotel room with a view. Because some days you’re feeling the Pacific Ocean vibe, and others, you’re in an Eiffel Tower frame of mind. No matter your mood, there’s a view for that. And these are eight hotels with the most beautiful views in the world. The Mandarin Oriental New York Location: New York, NY View:…

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