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Top Places to Spend the 4th of July

Life is not complete without exploring the world. But as much as you love Europe during the summer, or that trip you took to the Galapagos, there’s no place like home. However you look at it, the United States is a special place. It doesn’t mean that it’s perfect, but the foundation of our country is what makes this the greatest place on earth. The United States is the only country in the world that allows people who aren’t born…

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Travel Guides

The Best of Washington, DC

In honor of America’s birthday, it’s only right that we revisit the nation’s capital. Whether you live there or haven’t been since your 8th grade field trip, Washington D.C. is pretty darned impressive. There are the historical sites from the Lincoln Memorial to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. But there’s also a top restaurant scene. So, this is your guide to the best restaurants in Washington DC. It’s no surprise that DC’s food scene has become one of the best in the country.…

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Travel Guides

The Destination Haus Boat

Sometimes we find things that are just cool, and the Destination Haus Boat is our PSA of the day. From the team behind Destination Haus, who creates surreal tablescapes in the Hamptons – this time they’ve taken their operation to sea. Literally, on a converted barge boat that’s made to host your next party in Montauk this summer. There’s Martha Stewart, whom we all know and love, but Destination Haus takes party settings to the next level. With Destination Haus…

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Celebrity Travel

Celebs in the Hamptons

It started with P. Diddy’s White Party which, for many years, reigned supreme on the Hamptons social circuit. He’s long since passed the torch though, and today, that distinction goes to billionaire Michael Rubin. It doesn’t hurt that Rubin hosts his 4th of July bash in his $50 million pad. Or that Jay Z, Robert Kraft, and Drake are his BFFs. This is where to see celebs in the Hamptons. Photo: Kelsey Merritt Instagram Michael Rubin’s 4th of July Party…

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Travel Guides

The Guide to Phoenix & Scottsdale

After driving through the desert to see the breathtaking Grand Canyon, take a well-deserved poolside break at our list of Phoenix and Scottsdale hotels. Add a week’s worth of fine dining options, a trip (or two) to the hotel spa, and 300 days of guaranteed Arizona sun per year—what else could you ask for? This is the guide to where to go in Phoenix and Scottsdale. A Note about the Recommendations This list is the ultimate guide for where to…

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Celebrity Travel

Brad Pitt’s Loz Feliz Home

The Celeb: Brad Pitt The Location: Los Feliz, California The Price: $33 Million Brad originally bought the property, Briarcliff Manor, in 1994 for 1.7 million. After raising his kids with Angelina Jolie in the 6,700 sq. ft. mansion, Brad Pitt’s house sold in an off market deal to oil heiress Aileen Getty. The pair however, appeared to swap mansions, as Pitt bought Getty’s smaller home nearby. While living in Briarcliff Manor, Brad Pitt renovated the plot extensively and even added…

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Style

Top Five Face Masks

You love travel, but it wears on your skin, even if you’re sitting at the front of the plane. Your skin recovery after flights is critical, as the dry and recycled air on the airplane can take your natural dew away. These are the top face masks that you need in your cabinet. 1. Natura Bissé Stabilizing Cleansing Mask One of our favorite go-to brands in the luxury skincare market, Natura Bissé’s Stabilizing Cleansing Mask is…

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The Interview

Molly Sims Favorite Hamptons Spots, Hotels & YSE Beauty

You may know her as a Super Model. Or as an actress. Maybe you know her as a mom of three. But today you can add entrepreneur to the list, as Molly Sims launches her new skincare line. Inspired by her hectic schedule, including travel, this is the line that may just fix all your issues. Or at least, your skin issues, that is. Molly Sims does it all, and she travels for it all – as a top model,…

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Road Trip

Top Road Trips From Rome

All roads may lead to Rome, but some of them lead to quaint getaways too. Maybe you want to stay at a gem on the beach. Or head north to one of the best yet totally overlooked hotels in the country. Wherever that road may take you, these are the hotels that even Caesar would have put on his road trip list. Il Pellicano Distance from Rome: 1 hr 30 min drive A trip to Rome is not complete without…

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New York City

9 Jones

Even restaurants nowadays are getting into the private club game, like with the opening of 9 Jones. This venture is backed by heavies from 1Oak as well as NBA player Carmelo Anthony, so it’s clear that the vibe is going to trend toward the night-on-the-club spectrum. But how did they do? This is the review. Atmosphere If Tao or Buddakhan were a twentieth of the size, you may just get the footprint of 9 Jones. The atmosphere that 9 Jones…

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