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The Clarence Hotel, Ireland: Party Like U2

Dublin is one of our favorite cities to visit. The food, nightlife and atmosphere are just some of the many reasons we love it so much. If you’ve ever strolled around Dublin’s city center, then you’ll know what we mean. Did someone say Temple Bar? When we’re planning a trip to Dublin, we like to choose our hotel’s location based on walking distance from the main attractions. And maybe a little luxury too. For that, there’s no better and more…

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The Guide to San Sebastian

Good for: San Sebastian is for singles, solo travelers, couples, groups of friends and families with children. Why to go: San Sebastian is one of the great culinary capitals of the world. If you enjoy eating at all, San Sebastian is the spot for you to take in the laid-back Basque culture while reaching a food nirvana with some of the most inventive dishes and newest talent on the scene. To go pinxtos bar hopping, the equivalent of Spanish tapas…

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Where to Eat in San Sebastian

San Sebastian is one of the great culinary capitals of the world. If you enjoy eating at any level, San Sebastian is the spot for you. Take in the laid back Basque culture, while reaching a food nirvana with some of the most inventive dishes and newest talent on the scene. This is your pocket guide, of where to eat in San Sebastian. Good for: Singles, solo travelers, couples, groups of friends and families with children 6+ years old The…

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Where to Stay in San Sebastian

Hotel Maria Cristina If you are looking for impeccable service, a beautifully located hotel, and the most luxury option in San Sebastian, the only place to stay in town is Maria Cristina. The Design The location is tough to beat: the hotel is surrounded with historic promenades and gardens on every side, and is sandwiched between beautiful sandy beaches and the colorful landmarks of La Concha and La Zurriola. The rooms are comfortable, spacious, and elegantly designed in a grey-and-white…

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Where to Stay in Portofino

Belmond Splendido Why we like it: Two words: infinity pool. If that’s all you ever knew of Belmond Splendido, you would pretty much have a big part of the essence of staying in one of the most beautiful hotels in Italy. It’s one of the most romantic places in the world. It is part of the Belmond portfolio, which means that it is inevitably going to be nothing short of exquisite, authentic, romantic, and everything that a vacation for two…

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The Amalfi Coast: Your Bucket List Destination

If there’s a bucket list destination that you’ll find on even the most intrepid travelers list, it’s the Amalfi Coast. With its winding roads, surreal views, and picturesque sunsets on the Mediterranean, Amalfi may be one of the most photogenic locations in Italy—which is saying a lot, considering the surrounding competition. Amalfi is the very definition of la dolce vita. It’s one of the few places on the planet where no matter what your age is, clubbing is always in…

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Berlin From The Inside

Our Galavante founder, Christine Drinan, who’s been to over 100 countries around the world and is on her way to 195, has a local guide of her favorite spots in Berlin, where she often travels. Places to See: If all you did was sit in a cafe and people watch, you would be getting a cultural experience in Berlin. However, the city has such a fascinating history given the Berlin Wall. The Brandenburg Gate, Liquidrom, Topographie des Terrors, the East…

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Where to Stay in Malta

The Hotel: The Phoenicia Why we recommend it: Malta, the destination known for its hidden beaches, adventurous diving hotspots, and scenic views, was previously only missing a good place to stay. That is, until The Phoenicia, which is now hands down, where to stay in Malta. Located in the heart of Valletta, with the best views of Grand Harbor (a 16th-Century UNESCO World Heritage site), and a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, The Phoenicia is the first…

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Where to Stay in Rome

Fendi Private Suites Fendi Private Suites is not on anyone’s radar except those who are in the know. Fendi put a jewel box boutique hotel on top of their store in Rome, where guests can live, breathe, and sleep fashion. And it makes sense: Fendi is a luxury brand, they have world-class clothing, and one of the best furniture lines out there – so why not create a hotel that brings everything together? The Accommodations The rooms are not the…

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The Best Guide in Rome on our Radar: Take Walks

Italy is known for a plethora of desirable things: a rich history, breathtaking architecture, eye-opening art, sightseeing, and the undeniably flavorful, irresistible food. Pizza, pasta, gelato, bread, olive oil… the list goes on, and there is no shortage of wine (or a Spritz or two) to go with every meal. Across the world, guided tours escort travelers around monuments, markets, and historical sights – which is informative, but not necessarily exclusive. Until now. From Rome to Florence to Venice and…

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