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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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Travel Guides

Where to Eat in Mallorca

Just hearing the word “Mallorca” conjures up exciting images. Pristine beaches, beautiful cathedrals, palm trees blowing in the wind…and of course, delicious food. The cuisine is reason enough to visit Mallorca, and we’ve compiled a list of the best Mallorca restaurants that you should be on your summer list. Mallorca Drinks List Caoba Cocktail Bar Bar Nicolás BOP Bar La Cabana Poolbar & Lounge Ritzi Lounge Bar Classic Spanish/ Mallorcan Béns D’Avall Cafe Ca’n Toni Casa Maruka Celler Sa Premsa…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

The Best Hotels in Portugal

Sometimes, that place where you want to be has been hiding in plain sight. Case in point: Portugal. This is a country that has always had scenery that stuns. Portugal has Moorish castles that impress and food and wine that makes you wonder why you didn’t think of Portugal earlier. Now though, Portugal has hotels that make the country a destination in itself. It becomes a bonus that these hotels are in one of the few countries in Western Europe…

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Style

Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc and Sporty + Rich

Sometimes the name of a brand like Sporty + Rich says it all. Then you combine it with the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, and you have yourself a must-have retro cool wardrobe for the summer. Think terry cloth tennis gear, baseball caps to throw on to go incognito from the paparazzi, and a sweatshirt you need in your life. Inspired by Goop Today’s outlets don’t just brand a look, but instead, a whole lifestyle. Take Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow’s universe…

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Best Of The Best

Top Luxury River Cruises

Something we never thought we would recommend is a river cruise, but it goes to show, never say never. We’re not talking about a stale river cruise either. Instead, think all you can drink Champagne on Belmond and Dior spa on water. Here are the boats that you want to cruise in around the world. If you’ve found yourself having FOMO as the Alain Ducasse boat cruises by you on the Seine at night, you’re not the only one. It’s…

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