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Sesimbra, A Portuguese Gem

It’s more than just a sport that you like to find hidden gems around the world; you’re in it for the love of the game. So, before word gets out, there’s a destination in Portugal for you. It’s where the beaches are sublime and the views from the coastal hikes are stunning. And for the heck of it, they threw in a Moorish castle for good measure. Portugal is one of the most popular destinations to visit in 2023. In…

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New York City

The Golden Swan Review

A tribute to New York institutions that are sadly no longer, we sure miss The Spotted Pig. Though, if you didn’t hear between glasses of rosé between St. Tropez and the Amalfi, the space is back as The Golden Swan restaurant. And if we’re being honest, it kinda looks exactly the same as The Pig, but with a much better bathroom. This is the review. Overview The Spotted Pig was a beloved institution for over 15 years. It was the…

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Travel Buzz

Art and About

There’s something about September in New York that makes the City shine. Case in point, the art scene that, like Wall Street, hits the ground running. It’s not just museums that are creating the buzz, but also all the gallery openings. Here are six exhibits to put on the list to kick off the fall with some culture. Museum Shows Image courtesy of The Whitney Museum of American Art The Whitney Museum Starting on September 16th, The Whitney will premier…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

New York – The Greatest City on Earth

There are few places that inspire such pride, that when you’re asked where you’re from, (as in country), you immediately say New York. Because if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. And you bet you’re going to be damned proud to say you’re a New Yorker. So, after a summer of gallivanting across Europe, you know there’s no place like home. As do over 10 million tourists annually who come to New York. Inspired by family…

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Celebrity Travel

Celeb New Yorkers

New York is the rare place where celebs can generally exist on the DL, or at least relatively live a normal life albeit a papp or two. It’s the one place where sitting next to Jay-Z on the subway is not a big deal (seriously, ask the lady who didn’t know he was next to her). So, this is the shoutout to our favorite celeb New Yorkers and their NYC haunts where sometimes, they are just like us. The Celeb(s):…

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New York City

Classic NYC Restaurants

We know you love to hit the hottest new restaurants. That’s actually one of the criteria for living in NYC or visiting as frequently as possible. But it’s tough to beat the old standbys because there are some restaurants that just define New York City. You know, the old-school places without which, NYC just wouldn’t be the same. This is your list to remind you of the oldies but goodies, with a few relatively new classic NYC restaurants too. The…

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Travel Guides

Suite 200 at Madison Square Garden

There are all sorts of insider experiences in New York that pretty much just require you to know someone and/or have a credit card with a high enough limit. But there are some places where it’s not about who you know, but rather who you are. Welcome to Suite 200, the owner’s suite at Madison Square Garden. It’s one thing money can’t buy and that is a #goals experience. Celebrity Row You might be familiar with “celebrity row”, the first…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Best National Parks to Visit this Summer

Sometimes, the best experiences are right in your own backyard. We’re talking about the great outdoors in the top national parks in the U.S.A. These aren’t just summer destinations either; some parks are evergreen (excuse the pun) throughout the year. We know you don’t want to rough it either, so we have the scoop on the top places to stay. Summer is the best time to enjoy America’s National Parks. You can experience a range of landscapes from vast canyons…

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Celebrity Travel

Follow the Band: Beyonce

It’s been a beat since Beyonce was on tour, but she’s indisputably reminded everyone why she’s Queen Bey. With a tour that’s grossed over $1 billion, it’s safe to say that Beyonce has achieved world domination. So, for her remaining tour dates, here’s where to stay, even if you’re not with the band. Next up on tour is none other than the queen, herself. The highest grammy winning artist ever is playing her seventh solo album all over the world.…

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Travel Buzz

Iris The Restaurant Arrives

There is a restaurant so surreal in photos, that it looks like it’s the work of AI. But in this case, the reality is better than anything you can dream up. Set in the middle of the Norwegian fjords, this spaceship-like structure is one of the coolest new restaurants in the world. And they’re creating food that is pushing every boundary. Overview There are some restaurants that push boundaries, but we would go so far as to say Iris The…

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