You’ve no doubt seen it in photographs. Each May, couture and camera flashes line the entrance as the Met Gala crowd gathers on its front steps. However, The Mark’s appeal runs deeper than a single night of fashion theater. This iconic NYC hotel refines indulgence into something seamless and instinctive. Donatella Versace & Anne Hathaway prepare for the Met Gala. Photo courtesy of The Mark. The Address The Mark sits at the corner of East 77th Street and Madison Avenue.…
When Baron’s Cove revamped a decade or so, it had so much potential. However, it didn’t quite get there (though not without putting their hearts into it). Well, now they have hearts and smarts, with Faraway taking the helm. If the first look is any indication, Baron’s Cove will be the place to stay in Sag this summer. Now, new leadership is taking over with a steadier hand. They’re shaping the property with the clarity it’s been missing for years.…
We were big fans of The Lion, and for that matter, Dan Abrams too. So, when the buzz was that the downtown version of Polo Bar was in the works as their next venture, you bet we were stoked. But does Danny’s live up to its hype? Overview Dan Abrams has done it before. The Lion was a genuine scene, so we had every reason to expect Danny’s to be the next great American classic. We really wanted it to…
Just when you thought that no sequel could be better than the OG, Meryl has entered the conversation. Her supporting actor (besides the icons, Anne and Stanley) is New York City itself. Here is a glimpse of some of the familiar corners you may spot in the long awaited sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2. It’s a mix of nostalgic New York classic locations, as well as a few extra spots you just might add to the “must-see” list. Photo…
After a long hiatus, the old Flora space at the Breuer is, some would say, better than ever. Marcel has arrived with a glow — from design firm Roman & Williams, and cuisine from the same team at Mercerie. This is a first look. Photo courtesy of Marcel Instagram Overview We’re not going to bury the lede on this one. Marcel is one of the best new restaurants to open in New York City. It’s not a fly-by restaurant either,…
When a resort sits near a 10-million-year-old rainforest and on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, it’s already something special. But Datai doesn’t leave it at that. For those looking to take the road less traveled, The Datai Langkawi makes it worth your while. Photo courtesy of The Datai Langkawi. About The Datai Langkawi The Datai Langkawi lives in harmony with nature instead of treating it as an accessory. Set on one of the top ten beaches…
First, let me frame that there’s nothing wrong with bottle service by noon, DJs until dawn, and measuring a good time in beach clubs and prime ressies at the coolest restaurants in town. At various stages in my life, I have been that person dancing on the table at Nammos. At that stage in life, the accommodations in Mykonos to me were secondary, and the standard wasn’t as high. Hotels that were “luxurious” were mid-tier lux at best. So nowadays,…
There are three Soho Houses in New York City. There’s Ludlow House in the Lower East Side, DUMBO House in DUMBO, of course, and the iconic Soho House New York on Ninth Avenue. But that’s not enough for New Yorkers. When the chaos of urban life becomes a little too much, they need a proper place to retreat. And what New Yorkers want, New Yorkers get, so Soho House is building Soho Farmhouse Hudson Valley. It’s not quite ready yet…
Australia just wasn’t the same without Wolgan Valley, one of the top hotels in the country. But then Mother Nature decided (in the form of a landslide) that Emirates’ luxury abode was not meant to be. So what did Emirates do over the past 3 years? They put $50 mil into the hotel, and now it’s reopened as a Ritz Carlton. A Return Three Years in the Making The 2023 closure wasn’t up for discussion. A landslide wiped out the…
There’s something to be said for the simple life in the countryside. But you’re not simple, so upgrading to an estate is more your speed. Who doesn’t want their Great Gatsby moment? Bonus points if you find yourself at one of these country estates, which are anything but basic. Photo courtesy of Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay. The Estate: Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay Location: Cernay-la-Ville, France If you’re all about fairytale whimsy, Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay will deliver the countryside escape you’re looking for.…
