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Rosewood Arrives in Japan

There are luxury hotels, and then there are Rosewood hotels. The hospitality brand’s five-star and one-of-a-kind properties are some of the dreamiest on the planet (we see you, Hôtel de Crillon in Paris). Luckily, for all the travelers who like to indulge, there are a good number of them spread all over the world – 41 hotels on five continents, to be exact, and more opening every year. This year, Rosewood opened its very first ultra-luxury hotel resort in Japan.…

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Travel Guides

Barcelona Guide: Tapas & Dining

There’s no shortage of outstanding food and fashion in the city made famous for lisping (Barthelona), Art Nouveau and neo-gothic architecture exemplified by its most famous architect, Antoni Gaudi. It’s also known for its artists (Picasso, Dali, Miro) and, of course – the food. Lara Stella is here to point out the best of Barcelona’s tapas and fine dining options. Tapas Take your time – celebrate a special occasion, or just submit to delicious perfection. This can all be done…

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Barcelona Guide: Cafés, Bakeries and Patisseries

There’s no shortage of outstanding food and fashion in the city made famous for lisping (Barthelona), Art Nouveau and neo-gothic architecture exemplified by its most famous architect, Antoni Gaudi. It’s also known for its artists (Picasso, Dali, Miro) and, of course – the food. And Lara Stella, is here to point you to the best of Barcelona’s cafes, patisseries, and bakeries. Every neighborhood is within walking distance to a market, not quite as grand as La Boqueria, but every bit…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The Best of Mexico City

You like food. You like art. And you like culture. Also, you’re never opposed to easy-on-the-eyes people watching. That’s why there’s a 99% chance you’ll love Mexico City. This is the list of where to stay, eat, and what to see in what may just be the perfect weekend destination. Where to Stay Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City The Four Seasons Mexico City wraps around a lush courtyard that feels like a secret garden in the heart of the city.…

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Beauty & Wellness

The Ruby Postnatal

If you’ve just said goodbye to your maternity suite, and you’re staring at your baby thinking, “Now, what?” — Houston’s first luxury postpartum retreat, The Ruby Postnatal is ready for you. It’s set inside the Omni Hotel in Houston, and it isn’t a repeat of the hospital stay you just endured. You already had the white linens and the midnight checks. This is about what happens after that, when you cross your own front door and realize the nurse button…

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The Baller Social Diary

From snow-dusted summits to gallery-lit soirées, there are a few events that act as a magnet for biggest names in business, tech, and entertainment. These are the events that ballers go to during the year. The Event: World Economic Forum The Location: Davos, Switzerland Every year, the frosty peaks of Davos, Switzerland transform from a sleepy ski town to a power playground where billionaires, government leaders, tech titans, and A-list celebs flock for a week of future-shaping conversations. The annual…

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Beauty & Wellness

The $1.4 Trillion Wellness Industry

Those who said you could never be too rich, thin or beautiful, may have been onto something. Or at least that’s what the boom in the wellness industry tells us to the tune of $1.4 trillion dollars, and growing. This is all the latest buzz on seeking the Fountain of Youth.

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Most Expensive Hotels in the World

Luxury hotels are a dime a dozen. The likes of Rosewood, Aman, and Mandarin Oriental properties are just about everywhere. And while they offer a magnificent product that we genuinely love, sometimes, it’s not just not enough. If you’re looking to step up your vacation game with a truly exclusive and over-the-top experience, you’ll have to stray from the beaten path of big hospitality brands and look for the few lesser-known nuggets of luxury peppered around this world. Does that…

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Atlantis Royal Mansion Most Expensive in the World

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Château de Théoule

Long gone are the days when castles were exclusively for royalty. Today, there are plenty of châteaux-turned-hotels where those without a title or a double-barrelled name can revel in the luxury that comes with historical properties. And Le Château de Théoule, located on France’s Mediterranean coast, is one of them. History and Location Originally built as a soap factory in the 17th century, this property then became a castle when a Scottish Lord took it over at the start of…

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The Social Diaries

It’s tough to be popular. You’re scheduled for dinners from now until Thanksgiving, and even your assistant is confused. But such is the plight of the dialed-in, where you know you’ve hit next level when these gatherings are on your calendar this year.

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