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The Most Luxurious Hotels in the World

Some of you travel for culture. Some of you travel to eat. And then there’s a special breed of you who travel for the hotels. Yes, you’re hotel junkies. You’re on the VIP list at Aman. You’re on a first-name basis with Louis the pool guy at the HdC. You’ve been to every Robertson-owned lodge in New Zealand, where the late Julien called in the rezzies for you himself. For the rest of us, where you’ve traveled are our future…

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Home Design

Connaught Martini Coupes

‘Tis the season of weddings, house guests, and summer entertaining. And heck, maybe you’ll even get invited onto Bezos’ boat. Of course, Mom raised you with proper manners and you wouldn’t show up empty-handed. So, what do you get someone who has literally everything? Martini coupes from the Connaught, naturally. They are so thoughtful, that you may just get invited back. The Connaught Martini Coupes There are many of you who like to collect items from around the world and…

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Travel Buzz

Casa Tua New York

It was almost unfathomable that The Surrey, one of the grand dame institutions of NYC, would close its doors. But alas, it did back when that pesky virus was going around. Well, like a phoenix, it’s coming back, but not with Café Boulud as the anchor. Instead, Casa Tua will arrive in NYC. Casa Tua makes its way worldwide from Miami and Aspen across seas to Paris and Italy. Now, Casa Tua is returning to the U.S. with a New…

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Celebrity Travel

Jeff Bezos + Lauren Sanchez’s Honeymoon

When you own a half-billion-dollar boat, it’s hard for any hotel or travel experience to measure up. Then you add the occasion of a honeymoon, and it’s like, no pressure. But even one of the richest men in the world hasn’t been anywhere. These are three places that could still blow anyone’s mind. Because after their summer wedding, we know that Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s honeymoon destinations will be on everyone’s mind. The Honeymoon Spot: Bhutan When a place…

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Things You’ll Love

The Best in New Travel Tech

In mid-April, I visited AXPONA in Chicago, the biggest yearly audio expo in North America. There were many state-of-the-art hifi systems there that cost half a million dollars or more. Those are fantastic of course, but for this article, I was on the lookout for great audio that you can travel with — and easily afford. What’s new that’s small enough to fit in a pocket or a bag, yet sounds good enough to help you find your groove? I…

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Celebrity Travel

Where Jennifer Lopez Should Vacation

We love us some JLo, and we are rooting for her and Ben. Or honestly, wherever her happiness lies because that girl has JLo glow. There’s nothing like some real time away though, which now she’s postponed her concert dates, she may have on her hands. These are the places Jennifer Lopez should vacation with family this summer. And no, they’re not the usual “Look at me” in St. Tropez spots. But rather, these are places where she can get…

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Hotel Reviews

Mnemba Island: Heaven on Earth

Mnemba is a private pristine paradise just off the northeastern tip of Zanzibar. It’s not exactly easy to get to. First you fly into Stone Town, drive 90 minutes across the island on at times bumpy, unpaved roads. Then you take a 15-minute boat ride to Mnemba. However as you approach the island, you realize the trek was worth it, as its beauty is instantly apparent. Mnemba Island’s surrounding waters are gorgeous shades of blue and green, and its beaches…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebrity Restaurants in Nashville

If you think it seems like New Yorkers are moving to Nashville, it’s because since the pandemic, they have. Nashville is the place to be, but celebs figured that out long ago. They live, work and some of them even own a restaurant or two in town. These are the celeb restaurants in Nashville to put on the list. The Celeb: Justin Timberlake The Restaurant: Twelve Thirty Club Justin has had better days, but we’re sure the whole Hamptons fiasco…

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New York City

EN Japanese Brasserie

From the moment it opened up in 2004, EN has been a cantina of sorts for New York’s fashion elite. Big names from Alexander Wang, Diane Von Furstenberg to Carolina Herrera have all dined on the bites, from sushi to robata grill. So there’s nothing new about EN Japanese Brasserie. Instead, this review of EN restaurant in NYC is to report that it’s maybe even better than ever. Atmosphere I used to hang at EN restaurant in NYC when it…

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New York City

Massara NYC

Normally, a new Italian restaurant opening in NYC is not a newsworthy event. But when you are the second venture of a Michelin-starred sibling, you tend to make waves. This is a first look at Massara, part deux from the guys at Rezdôra. And yes, they have pasta. There’s a new Italian restaurant in town, which in New York City usually does not make the news. However, when you’re the second venture of Michelin-starred Rezdôra and you have 9+ kinds…

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