When you’ve been to the top hotels in the world like Singita, it’s hard to find better. But then, you go to a sister hotel of Singita, and you realize that with even the best, there is the possibility for better. Singita Kwitonda is a lodge for the goals list. Overview I’ve had the fortune to be in Rwanda several times, for both gorilla trekking as well as humanitarian work with partner organizations. Sometimes, when you’ve already been to a…
Despite the rumors, traveling to Scotland does not have to be solely about golf, whisky, and moody, rugged landscapes. Although all three are very attractive reasons to visit Alba, there’s way more to the country, including a solid selection of luxury hotels that deliver on spa and wellness offerings. And because an urban environment makes relaxing a little challenging, many of these properties are located in gloriously green remote areas, where the only sounds you’ll hear are those created by…
The Wolseley Arrives in NYC A classic London favorite has its sights set on New York, but the Wolseley is taking it up a notch. In addition to what has high potential to be a new classic spot a la Pastis, the Wolseley is going to have room at the inn too. Or in this case, a hotel. The Wolseley NYC is slated to debut in early 2027, positioning New York as the flagship for the brand’s next chapter. The Setting…
When we thought it was over with Nadal and Federer, Alcaraz came along and made tennis a whole lot more interesting. But unlike the original greats, Alcaraz entertains (almost) as much off the court, especially in NYC. The city has embraced him with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for homegrown stars, and he seems to return the affection with equal energy. Below are four places where Alcaraz has been spotted – and what he was doing there. Photo courtesy…
There’s something about watching Wimbledon that makes you want to pick up a racket and work on your game. Well, there is a hotel for that, where the view from the courts may be good enough reason to call game, set, match. These are the most beautiful hotel tennis courts around the world – ranked by a factor of wow. 1. Il San Pietro di Positano – Positano, Italy Location: Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy. Il San Pietro treats tennis like…
Adam Brody and Leighton Meester have always been an “it” couple. But with their increased presence on our TV screens in recent years, the love for the actors has been taken up a notch. The pair first met in 2007 after they were introduced by Josh Schwartz, creator of The O.C. and Gossip Girl. Those are the iconic TV shows that launched Brody and Meester to stardom, respectively. They began dating in 2013 and tied the knot a year later,…
Wellness travel is all the rage. But there’s one myth we need to bust when it comes to finding the best destination for a health-fitness-spa trip: You don’t need a background of coconut trees and white-sand beaches to do it right. There are plenty of top-notch wellness centers that aren’t in tropical locations. Case in hand: Switzerland. The small European country is home to some of the most renowned wellness centers in the world. The best part? You can combine…
There’s no denying that Switzerland is heaven on Earth for all those who like winter sports. After all, St. Moritz, Gstaad, Andermatt, Zermatt – they are the crème de la crème of European ski resorts and they are all located in Swiss Alps. But limiting your trips to Helvetia to winter is a mistake that only amateur travelers should make. The country is open year-round for luxe and outdoorsy endeavors, from wine tasting in Lavaux to taking a scenic helicopter…
There are some places that stun you, in the best of ways. Maybe it’s because you’re greeted with song and dance. Or, maybe it’s because you see the highest sand dunes of any desert in the world. It could possibly be because of the billions of stars that light up the sky. Whatever the reason, this is a hotel that should be on the lifetime goals list. Overview andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is the kind of hotel that answers a…
It’s not just because Chambers is located in Tribeca that it gives off Mark Murphy’s previous restaurant, Landmark, vibes. One look at the wine list and you know that someone with serious skills is in charge. And it’s not just because the book is 80+ pages either, with all the usual suspects. This is insider territory, including those off the reservation, like Lebanon and Georgia. Atmosphere You don’t come to Chambers, an elevated wine bar in Tribeca, because you’re going…
