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Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes

There are some things that are almost guaranteed to be a home run. And Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes are one of them. House rentals can be arbitrary; you can have a great pad, but not have the staff to back it up. Though, the point is moot when MO is running the show. These are a few of our favorite baller villas still available to rent this August. Mandarin Oriental isn’t just a luxury hospitality brand that specializes in award-winning…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Menorca, The Spanish Island to Know

You know the Hollywood cliché of every guy and girl who have been “just friends” for ages. Guy dates every Mrs. Wrong even when Mrs. Right has been his BFF all along. This story has only been done, like, a gazillion times, just subbing out the players, the cities, and the sidekick supporting actors. Well, this also applies to vacation spots, and this one may just have the potential to be true love. Because sometimes there’s a destination right under…

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Celebrity Travel

Ryan Reynolds

Some people really are good at everything. Besides his status as an A-List actor, Ryan Reynolds started a little mobile network. Yes, what most people do for their full-time gig, Ryan Reynolds does as a side hustle. And he just sold it for over a billion dollars. So, do what Ryan does and travel to these spots around the world. They clearly provide lots of inspiration. Everyone loves Ryan Reynolds. Be it his charming good looks, acting accolades, or the…

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Travel Buzz

Audis on Demand

Like John Legend, sometimes you want to ride, ride, ride. Absent a vintage convertible and supermodel by your side, it doesn’t mean you don’t want to drive in style. Once known as Silvercar, the name finally matches the product. Just in time too for all the new hotels near NYC that are worthy of the drive. After all, you’ll want a luxury car rental to match the experience of a top luxury hotel for your weekend trip. Overview Anyone who…

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New York City

Stretch Pizza

There are some indelible outcomes of the pandemic, and Stretch Pizza is one of them. Some people got into the sourdough craze, but famed Chef Wylie Dufresne became obsessed with pizza. Yes, he’s the guy from acclaimed wd-50 who made food that combusted, smoked and pretty much entertained you throughout the meal. He brought it down to basics though and became obsessed with dough. As we came out of lockdowns, he opened up a popup in Breads Bakery near Union…

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New York City

Justine’s on Hudson

Overview There are some restaurants that epitomize what makes New York City effortlessly cool, and Justine’s on Hudson is one of them. This is an elevated neighborhood restaurant that has all the components of authenticity – the service is kind, food is solid and decor beautifully done. Its superpower though is its wine list, which is refreshing nowadays when most restaurants can’t get you a decent wine by the glass. This is the review. Atmosphere The first thing you notice…

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New York City

Morimoto’s Ramen Restaurant Momosan

For years Morimoto ruled the Meatpacking district as one of the best sushi spots in the city. Not only was the food right on point, but the scene was tops. I’m going to age myself but this was the place of my twenties, that was the IRL (in real life in today’s modern speak) Sex and The City. But alas it ran its course, as things do in New York. It’s hard though not to be a fan of Morimoto.…

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Celebrity Travel

Follow the Band: Taylor Swift

Looks like we’ll have another billionaire (or at least close to it) by the time Taylor Swift completes her Eras tour. Talk about someone who earns it; Taylor doesn’t dial it in by showing up late or leaving early. She performs, torrential rain, snow or shine, literally. She also sings her heart out, for a full three hours, so whatever you’re paying for your tickets, she’s worth it. Here are three upcoming cities on her tour, and where to stay like Taylor. Taylor recently added brand…

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Travel Buzz

La Fantaisie Paris Opens

New hotels always open in Paris, but when one is by the Leitmotiv Group in France, it’s worth a special look. La Fantaisie may sound like another type of establishment, but it’s actually a new hotel in the heart of the up-and-coming 9th Arrondissement. The name is kind of a tribute though, to its former red light district roots. La Fantaisie Paris is a new hotel, that’s worth a look. Location, Location, Location When you’re deciding where to book a…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Burning Man

Camping in the Nevada desert in the heat of the summer with no hotels or a proper shower for eight days sounds like torture. But somehow, for the past 20+ years, over 50,000+ people have converged upon Black Rock City of their own free will. That’s when you know, it’s time for Burning Man. There are few places where people from all walks of life gather for a legal, psychedelic bender of a week. Seriously, everyone from the guy who…

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