Soho House Barcelona is exactly where you want to be right now. An 18th-century building overlooking Port Vell Marina, old-city streets at its back, boats gliding past out front, and just enough buzz to pull you in. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to cancel your plans in order extend the magic. The brand first opened its doors in London in 1995 as a place for people in creative industries to gather, work, and unwind. Decades later,…
It’s not breaking news to say that cruising is having a moment. To everyone’s surprise, post COVID, interest in sea travel skyrocketed. The phenomenon incited all cruise lines, from the family-oriented ones to those focused on adventurous voyages, to build new ships, craft new and exciting routes, and go above and beyond on their on-board offerings. And the big luxury brands have not let this opportunity pass them by. Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, and even Orient Express – they all jumped…
There are restaurants that are a go-to when inspiration strikes. Like your no-frills fav Italian joint, or like when you casually pop into Polo Bar for drinks before dins (you are that special). But surprisingly, in NYC, there hasn’t been a great soba spot since the days of Soba Nipon. That is, until now. Enter Soba Ulala, your favorite authentic soba spot in Soho. We may even go as far as to say the best soba in NYC. Photo Credit:…
She’s not the type to ever dial it in, and it seems that Amanda really is good at everything. After all, the girl plays the Appalachian dulcimer, which yes, you should look up. So when it comes to places she loves, she’s all in. From a working farm near Woodstock, New York to obscure coastal villages in Greece, these spots make Amanda Seyfried’s list. Upstate New York Historic Perinne’s Covered Bridge (photo: The Ulster County Film Office) Both in…
Is it a farm? A wellness club? A coworking space? Well, Sweet Honey Farm is all three rolled up in one 20-acre property in New Jersey. The concept is simple: you get away from the urban hustle and bustle to hang out with horses and goats, take a steam, or even play basketball, all while taking business calls. The best part? You’re surrounded by people who are just like you: successful, hard working, and keen to be physically and mentally…
The farm stay has officially grown up. Gone are the days of rustic charm meaning a lumpy mattress and questionable plumbing. At the next gen of farmhouse hotels, Egyptian cotton 1,000 thread count sheets are table stakes, as are Michelin-caliber kitchens. And yes, there are actual cows somewhere on the premises. Whether you want to press your own olive oil in Andalusia, ride Lusitano horses in Portugal, or detox in the Philippine jungle, there’s a luxury farm for that. These…
When you own and operate a hotel located on a pink-sand beach, there’s no two ways to think about the decor: you go full pink and don’t hold back on seashells. And that’s exactly what the team of designers that headed the multi-million dollar renovation of Coral Sands Inn & Cottages did. They embraced the colors, fauna, and flora of Bahamas’ Harbour Island to create a hotel that not only matches the local vibe, but that also brings joy to…
Aman’s founder shows he’s still got it at 93, with his new farm stay hotel in Japan. Adrian Zecha’s latest project trades infinity pools for open pastures – but don’t let that fool you. This may be his most luxurious project yet. Welcome to Azuma Farm Koiwai. Who is Adrian Zecha? Adrian Zecha may not be the name said at the table, but he is very much the reason that table exists (with a curated drink in hand and a…
It’s not quite summer unless there’s at least a stop somewhere in Italy. In fact, we’d go as far to say that not only your summer, but your life, will be better with a little Italian in it. And as they say, all roads lead to Rome for good reason. From hotels to restaurants, this ancient city does anything but rest on its laurels as it continues to reinvent itself. This is the latest and greatest for your upcoming Italian…
Some days, you just want to know that you still got it. Enter Verde NYC, a restaurant that turns into a good old club as the evening progresses. It’s like the early aughts in there, and no, you’re not too old to dance on a table. Verde NYC is part of a restaurant group with locales in Dubai, Paris and Sardinia. With this pedigree it sounds impressive, but as they say, if you can make it in New York, you…
