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St. Tropez Roundup

In honor of Bastille Day, we have to give a shoutout to the French. The world would not be the same without French food, French wine, or even French fries. Not to mention Paris in spring and summer in the South of France. Speaking of which, when you find yourself in a place whose raison d’etre is to give you an outlet for rosé-fueled lunches, chances are you’re in St. Tropez. This is the destination of the summer with its…

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Celebrity Travel

Justin Verlander and Kate Upton

We’ve always liked Justin Verlander and Kate Upton, as they are world travelers with style. Case in point: their epic wedding in Tuscany. But now that Justin plays for our city of New York, he’s worked his way even further up our list. So, to welcome them to NYC, this is where you can spot them on their travels, which are #goals. Any couple who gets married at a 5,000-acre Tuscan estate is one who knows how to travel. Add…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Off-the-Beaten-Path in Portugal

Portugal is that unique spot in Europe that expertly threads the needle of authentic and unspoiled with the luxurious and chic. This is a country lively enough to keep your attention but chillaxed enough to let you decompress. Portugal is having its moment right now, with a new level of luxury hotels and a food scene that’s worth traveling for. When it comes to Europe you know all the usual stops, but here’s one more to add to the list.…

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Travel Buzz

Traveling with Your (fur) Babies

Yes, seriously, because we can’t count the number of times you’ve all tried to get your beloved pets on a plane. It isn’t easy by any stretch, but you wouldn’t put your child in the cargo, so why your pets? Well, now there’s a solution, albeit a premium one, that won’t (totally) break the bank. Your friends aren’t having babies anymore. They are having fur babies. And if you think for a moment that puppies aren’t as important as people,…

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Travel Buzz

The Little Nell Comes to NYC

The Little Nell is well known with ski enthusiasts or anyone who loves a good trip to Aspen. This luxury hotel is one of the top places to stay in Colorado and has guests coming back every year. Vacationers enjoy the slopes during the winter ski season and the mountain greenery during the summers. Recently, it was announced that Little Nell will open its second outpost in New York City’s 10 Rockefeller Plaza. As a result, you’ll no longer have…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

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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