Category Filter - Galavante (Travel & Lifestyle Website)

Find Your Adventure

Where to Eat in Paris Now

There are some things that never go out of style, and that includes a culinary trip to Paris. You can do so many trips to the City of Lights and still not be able to keep up with its restaurant scene. Same if you lived in Paris, because there’s always something new. Here are the top restaurants to put on your list that are worthy of inspiring a trip to Paris. Whether you’re a serious foodie or interested in the…

DISCOVER MORE

Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

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…

DISCOVER MORE

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…

DISCOVER MORE

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…

DISCOVER MORE

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…

DISCOVER MORE

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…

DISCOVER MORE

Celebrity Travel

Alicia Vikander

Some actors are naturally good at everything. Oscar winner Alicia Vikander just walks into a scene and it’s a good movie. Whether she’s in Tomb Raider, starring with Bradley Cooper in Burnt, or gracing a Louis Vuitton ad, she owns it. She has good taste in travel, too. Here are three spots Alicia vacations. From Spain to Italy to Brazil, Alicia travels the classics. These three iconic escapes will satisfy your travel cravings anytime of year. 1. Formentera, Spain While Alicia vacations…

DISCOVER MORE

Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

On the Radar – Baku, Azerbaijan

You pride yourself on being a traveler in the know. You’ve been there in Amalfi, done that a million times in Paris. So we have an off-the-wall idea for you: Baku. As in the capital of Azerbaijan. Take in Zaha Hadid’s last architectural feat. Eat some caviar. And better yet, there’s a Four Seasons. This is what to do in Baku, and why it may just need to make your list. The City: Baku When you think of modern architecture…

DISCOVER MORE

Travel Buzz

St. Tropez Yacht Week

It’s time for St. Tropez Yacht Week, or as the French call it, Les Voiles de St. Tropez. This regatta is considered the closing party of St. Tropez’ season. What a way to go out, too, as yachts from all over the world gather in St. Tropez from September 22 to October 2. And you know that boat people and party people are synonymous. So if you’re looking for a good time filled with events, parties, dinners, and debauchery, Les…

DISCOVER MORE

Travel Buzz

The Park Hyatt Milan Reopens

If you’ve ever wondered when the perfect time is for a weekend in Milan, the answer is anytime. Milan is a year-round city where there’s always something cool going on. Good restaurants with top food. Pretty streets for a stroll. And now the Park Hyatt has returned, after a full-on renovation. Located in the heart of Milano, the five-star Park Hyatt hotel is nothing short of iconic. It’s housed guests like Lady Gaga and Michelle Obama. Now, after two years…

DISCOVER MORE