Luxury isn’t about high thread-count sheets or over-the-top amenities. Real luxury is about space, privacy, and peace. And there are few better places to find all three than a remote island. Seclusion and tranquility will allow you to leave the chaos of the day-to-day behind to focus on the here and now. The good news is that there are many remote islands that will satisfy your desire for quiet and solitude. From the coast of Africa to Northern Norway, and…
We’re baffled at how this hasn’t been made into a series yet – it’s low-hanging fruit for ratings. It doesn’t get more bait-worthy than celebrities in bathing suits, set against beautiful scenery. But beneath the surface-level mind candy, there is substance to islands attracting those with distinct personalities. So, let’s play: which celebrity isle are you? Photo courtesy of The Cove Island: Eleuthera Location: The Bahamas First up, we have to explore Lenny Kravitz’s love for Eleuthera. If you’re annoyed by…
There is something about fall that makes the open road especially tempting. Maybe it’s the changing leaves, the crisp air, or simply the promise of a weekend somewhere with a fireplace and a very good dinner. Whatever the reason, though, this is the season to skip the airport and drive to your destination. And, of course, the right car can turn getting there into half the fun. From sports cars built for winding mountain roads to SUVs made for disappearing…
There’s something about fall that inspires you to seek out a hot apple cider and visit a pumpkin patch. But, it’s also a time when you just want to get cozy at home. Which means you’re going to need provisions, especially with all the QT and hibernation the weather will inspire. These are the home design shops where you’ll want to stock up this season. Welcome to New York, where you can find anything form a match box, book collection,…
There’s rarely a white-tablecloth meal in New York that doesn’t hit the spot — whether it’s Le Bernardin, Raoul’s, or the like. But not every night calls for starched linens, and sometimes the best meal is the casual one. So if you’re not above a hand roll, a bar pie, or a lobster roll eaten under a pile of fries, these are the spots for you. Photo courtesy of Mary’s Fish Camp. Restaurant: Mary’s Fish Camp Location: West Village, 626…
We know you have that childhood memory of loading up the car and hitting the road with the family around this time of year. Bonus points if your parents’ ride was wood-paneled, and had that third-row seat that faced the rear. Yeah, it was a safety hazard, but that’s what made you tougher than kids who are so soft today. But we digress. The point is that the last thing you wanted to do was look at leaves. Fast forward,…
Some hotels triple down on design while others bring in celebrity chefs and DJs. Ciel Dubai Marina is in a category of it’s own. The tallest hotel in the world brings the go-hard-or-go-home ethos for maximum impact. First Group Hospitality is behind the 82-storey hotel and the strategy is simple: deliver memories as the ultimate souvenir. Eight, clearly-defined dining options are offered in the hotel as well as the stand-alone Tattu Dubai Sky Pool. It’s one of the highest infinity…
Escaping the day-to-day is easy. Pack your suitcase and make your way someplace new. This can be 100 miles from your home or to a city across an ocean. What’s not so easy, however, is escaping somewhere that’s truly restful and without hordes of people. After all, constant connection, human or digital, is exhausting. These days, getting some quality peace and quiet requires a little creativity and some effort reaching your destination. Because, going somewhere remote is your ticket to…
Some hotels are so distinct that just a picture (or in this case, a glimpse) at the pink-colored sofas give its locale away immediately. The iconic Pink Sands in the Bahamas is officially back and better than ever.
There’s something about Dubai that just gets the jets, or rather jet set, going. It’s a very safe place to live and party, attracting the best and the brightest to take a claim on the fast-beating heart of the Middle East. Billions is so last year; Dubai is attracting trillions in investment, and the restaurant scene is booming in response. It’s a veritable feast of global hospitality heavy-hitters carving out destination dining, where the fit-outs are as fabulous as the…
