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Park Hyatt Paris

Twenty years ago, luxury hotels were generally a traditional bunch. It was almost on autopilot that the formula was white glove service, classic décor, and formal dining. Then the Park Hyatts burst onto the scene and ushered in a new era of modern luxury. We would say the Park Hyatt Paris was a game-changer for the Parisian scene. Atmosphere With the benefit of hindsight, looking back twenty years ago, the Park Hyatt Paris was visionary. They created a design that…

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New York City

Best New NYC Restaurant Openings

You can live in New York your entire life and never tire of the restaurant scene. New York continues to re-invent itself, and 2023 was the year of the neighborhood restaurant. These spots may look unassuming at first glance, but they punch way above their weight class in the level of food, service, and design. The Restaurant: Torrisi The Neighborhood: Soho Cuisine: Italian If you’re a real New Yorker you remember the days when Torrisi was a neighborhood spot. Now,…

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New York City

New Year’s Eve Dinners in NYC

There’s a reason that Sinatra’s New York is still the mic drop of a good evening out after all these years. New York is darned near the center of the universe and it’s why it’s one of the top destinations for people all over the world to ring in the New Year. But you’re no amateur if you find yourself celebrating in the city. So, naturally, you’re dialed into the restaurants that know how to throw your kind of party.…

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Celebrity

Celebrity of the Year

Sometimes, Time Magazine gets it right. Their Person of the Year is our Celebrity of the Year. No question, about it, it’s the year of Taylor Swift. Like, has there been anyone else whose fans literally registered as an earthquake at a show? The answer is no, in case you wondered. In honor of Taylor, these are her favorite restaurants in NYC. The Restaurant: Waverly Inn The Location: Greenwich Village With this much stake in the game, Taylor wouldn’t be caught…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The 11 Best New Hotels of the Year

Just when you think that hotels can’t get any better, 2023 was an epic year of new openings. There were hotels that created a whole new destination within Greece that will inspire you to stay on the mainland. Then there were hotels that made their mark on classic destinations like Paris, Rome, and Tokyo. These are the 11 best new hotels of 2023, and where you want to be. The Hotel: Fifth Avenue Hotel The Location: New York, New York…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebrity Wine Brands

If it seems like the newest wine brands are from familiar faces, it’s because they are. In lieu of the wines from the 10th generation of a French family, more and more new brands are coming from the silver screen. Yes – celebs are in it for world domination as they step into the wine world too. Cameron Diaz The Wine: Avaline If you’re not on the organic wine train, you should get on board. That is to say, at…

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Best Of The Best

Top Places to Stay in the Maldives

We all have goals, and whether you realize it or not, you’ve pretty much made it in life. If you step back objectively, you’ve achieved more than 95% of the population. Even better, your family, friends, and relationships are in a happy place. In other words, life is good. So what do you have to look forward to? The answer is a lot, which is the beauty of travel. There’s always a new place to discover and a new experience…

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Luxury Family Travel & Lifestyle

Luxury Board Games for the Family

There’s nothing that will motivate family and friends to put down their phones than some healthy competition. A board game may just change the whole energy level of your holiday soiree, and long after the dice has been rolled, keep the conversation going. These are the games, and even a puzzle, to have on hand for your holiday gathering. Sugarfina Candyland What’s better than playing Candyland with real candy? Playing your favorite childhood game with real Sugarfina candy, of course.…

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New York City

Best Christmas Dinners in NYC

In New York City, which is like a gathering of the United Nations on any given day, you may not celebrate Christmas but it sure is nice to benefit from the holiday festivities. Restaurants bring it with special menus, and for 10 days, the world feels like it’s in vacation mode. Here are the restaurants in NYC to dine out on Christmas. 53 Nothing says Christmas in New York City like Peking Duck. Or in the case of 53, it’s…

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Travel Guides

Last Minute New Year’s Eve

No plans yet for New Year’s? Well, you’re not the only one. But if you have a passport (or not, for some of these destinations) then it may not take a Christmas miracle to still ring in 2024 in style. That white sand beach, luxury resort, and epic New Year’s are still within reach. Welcome to where to go for New Year’s Eve. The Location: Vienna Overview: A vacation to Vienna on New Year’s Eve will take you back to…

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