What happens when you take a hotel from the 1920s and combine it with Japanese minimalist modernism? You get the re-birth of the Plaza Athenee – Nobu’s first hotel in New York City. Overview Nobu is no stranger to the Big Apple. Their two New York City restaurant locations have long been as much of a culinary destination as a who’s who of NYC’s social scene. But now, Nobu is giving the city that never sleeps a chic new place…
Just when you hit that point of withdrawal and your days in Mykonos seem so far away, the people at Scorpios come to the rescue. This season, Scorpios has popped up in Tulum, and it’s like it was just meant to be. The Arrival The move into Mexico has been years in the making for Scorpios. Today, Tulum stands as one of the brand’s most anticipated international debuts. Working in partnership with Thor Urbana, the team shaped the property across…
We know that New Haven may not have been on your bingo card as far as destinations go. But Hotel Marcel is looking to change that, with its revamp of the landmarked Pirelli building as an ode to post-modernist Bauhaus architecture. Hotel Marcel Hotel Marcel opened in 2022 after a meticulous redevelopment by Becker + Becker, the Connecticut firm with a soft spot for architectural underdogs. Owners Bruce and Kraemer Becker purchased the long‑vacant structure and gave it a second…
Well, this is sort of new, if you consider a Venetian palace from the 1300s a “new” kid on the block. In the city that is clearly the place to be, with the new hotel openings and re-openings, Hotel Gabrielli Venezia has landed in the floating city. The Vibe Starhotels Collezione reopened the historic Hotel Gabrielli as a 5‑star hotel in July 2025. The 14th‑century palazzo now offers 66 rooms, a panoramic terrace, a private dock, and a 600‑square‑meter garden…
Because everyone should get to know the Italian version of themselves, Emily decamped to Rome from Paris this season, and the filming locations did not disappoint. Watching the series this season is like watching your latest guide to Rome. The Location: Hotel de Russie Over a hundred years before Emily Cooper checked in, French poet Jean Cocteau dubbed Hotel de Russie “paradise on earth” — and it’s easy to see why. Located between Piazza del Popolo and the Spanish Steps,…
Some hotels make it their mission to do anything, but play it safe. They remind you that making a big, bold impression is extra in the best way possible. When you can be effortlessly cool, slightly quirky and whimsical, you’re onto something special. These are the design hotels around the world that set themselves apart from the pack. Design Hotels that Lead with Unique Hotels are hitting a new level of luxury, which means it’s becoming harder to really wow…
And here you thought that you could only aspire to drive a Maybach (or at least be chauffeured around in one). Now, Maybach is giving you new goals in life. Aboard their members‑only 500‑foot gigayacht, 72 guests will get the privilege of seeing the world from the lens of Maybach’s venture on the seas. The Yacht The brand’s ocean debut comes via the Maybach Ocean Club, a members‑only collaboration with Splendid Sea that gives the superyacht world a distinctly Maybach…
There used to be only one way to do the Nile in true luxury. Think Death on The Nile and the SS Karnak, modeled after the classic PS Sudan. The paddle steamers of last century featured wood paneling and pokey state rooms too small for a steamer. Textured and colorful fabrics reflected a parochial view of Arabia, whilst the cozy dining rooms put you within earshot of neighboring tables. Later in the day, guests slumped in wicker chairs on deck,…
What can we say, other than: the guy likes his Dunkin’ Donuts. It’s another Super Bowl – which, means another commercial. These are the spots in Boston (besides Dunkin’) where you may spot Ben. Affleck’s affiliation with Massachusetts runs deep, and his Boston Super Bowl commercial isn’t his only viral tribute to the Boston area. Just last week, the movie star went on The Tonight Show, where he performed alongside The Rip co-star Matt Damon, and Jimmy Fallon labeled the…
Your motto is to always be prepared. So, for when Jeff and Lauren invite you onto their boat this winter, being prepared means showing that you do belong. This is the Emily Post-style guide to yacht etiquette, importantly including what not to do. “Be Prepared” and “Always Ready” Like the mottos of Scouting America and the U.S. Coast Guard, make this mantra your North Star. The boat has a skilled crew and top notch chef, so it’s going to be…
