Do you remember the days when the Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts program was the bible for where to travel? It was back in the days that every hotel on the list was a home run, and their recently deceased Departures magazine ruled the travel world.  Now, though, you’ve been there, done that, and Departures is no longer. You’re looking for a new inside track, and for hotels with that extra wow factor. Well, we have your travel wish list…

What was classic (Madrid) is one of the buzziest destinations again. A big reason, besides always-in-style flamenco and tapas, is the selection of new hotels in town. The Rosewood has officially taken over the longtime Villa Magna. In true Rosewood fashion, what’s old has been made modern and cool again. Here’s the preview of the Rosewood Villa Magna. The Specs If it seems like everything is coming up Rosewood, it’s because it kind of is. Rosewood continues to build their…

This is one of those hidden gems that comes across the desk only so often. Set in the heart of Piedmont, Nordelaia has all the makings of your next novel’s mis-en-scène. Forage for truffles in the morning, and have them for lunch. Enjoy aperitivos later in the day. Decompress in the spa. Rinse and repeat. Here’s the preview of this under-the-radar boutique hotel in Piedmont. The Location The resort is in the Monferrato area of southern Piedmont. For foodie aficionados…

When LVMH, the Paris-based luxury empire opens a hotel in their hometown, expectations are high. But, as they do with their clothes, bags, and shoes, it looks like they will not disappoint.  This is not a so-French-it-hurts hotel, though. Instead, it’s modern, contemporary and young. The Cheval Blanc Paris is unique from their other properties, which include St. Barths, Courchevel, St. Tropez and the Maldives.  (Essentially a bucket list of luxury destinations).   Yes, it has the chic contemporary vibe like…