Add this to another one of many excuses to make Laguna a destination. It used to be just the big names that dominated Laguna, but now the chic boutique has arrived. Casa Loma Beach Hotel has opened, and it’s right on the ocean, fresh off a $15 million renovation.  There’s an art to barefoot luxury. Casa Loma Beach Hotel finds the tasteful happy medium between chill California energy and understated elegance. The property, once known as The Inn at Laguna…

There’s nothing wrong with glass houses – especially ones that are architectural feats in SoCal’s Mojave Desert. A new portfolio of hotels doing the solar power thing in remote locales has arrived, and Folly Mojave is the place, if your vibe is laying low and reconnecting with yourself this season. Background The Folly Collection creates serene architectural havens. Even your most pretentious architecture-loving friend can enjoy designer Malek Alqadi’s work. Natural elements are blended with indoor and outdoor living to celebrate…

Other than sleeping, we’re betting that Pablo did a little more in this former den of debauchery. Today though, it’s a brand-new luxury boutique hotel in Tulum. No kingpin vibes included. This is a first look at Casa Malca. Really, Pablo Escobar Did Sleep Here When a drug lord is looking for his next hideaway, certain factors are considered before landing a spot. Firstly, while not a necessity, comes the consideration of luxury (and Escobar made sure his drug deals…