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The Island of Socotra

There’s a place you never thought would be on your travel list but after you see these photos, Yemen may just make the cut. OK, probably not for most of you, but you need to know Socotra, an island off the coast of Yemen and one of the most spectacularly show-stopping places in the world. We would go so far as to say, it’s game-changing. Location We know; the moment you hear Yemen, there are thoughts that do not include…

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Travel Guides

Brunch on the Upper West Side

You don’t need to leave the city to get your suburban fix for the weekend. There’s the Upper West Side to explore, where contrary to belief, you don’t need your passport above 59th Street. And as far as eats go, the Upper West excels in brunching. These are the top spots for your UWS staycation. Good Restaurants Come to the Neighborhood The Upper West Side of Manhattan isn’t necessarily known as a culinary destination. There are thousands of restaurants between 59th…

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Best Of The Best

Most Beautiful Islands in the World

A little island time is always a good idea. And right about now you’re mapping out your weekend escapes, so we have more than a few places to add to your goals list. But not all islands are one-size-fits-all. Whether you want to be one with nature, immerse yourself in utter luxury, or just want to dance on a table, we have an island for that. The Island: Malaysia’s Desaru Coast Location Off the coast of Malaysia, you’ll find one…

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New York City

The Scarpetta NYC Review

When a restaurant takes over the Village Idiot old space, we’d say that the only direction is up (though some may say that those are big shoes to fill). But that’s what Scarpetta did as up-and-coming Scott Conant’s restaurant in the Meatpacking district. Fast forward 15+ years and Scarpetta NYC is back in the Flatiron. The scene is better than ever, but what’s the food like? This is the review of Scarpetta NYC today. Overview When I moved to NYC…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Where to Stay in Belize

We know you’re a baller, but even you’ve noticed that going anywhere nowadays is not for the faint of heart. Like when did the entry-level price of rooms top $2,500 just to get the view of the building next door? The answer is now when travel hits a new level of expensive almost everywhere. But is there a place that brings luxury back to basics? There are a few, and one of them is Belize, whose DNA is made up…

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Travel Guides

Sustainable Travel in Hawaii

Sustainability is a buzzword these days, but the concept of sustainable travel effortlessly aligns with some destinations. Case in point is Hawaii, whose whole ethos and cultural foundation is about the respect for the land. Sustainable travel is more important than ever to protect our environment. Anyone who doesn’t believe in climate change should have stepped outside in July, the hottest month on record in history. Whereas sustainable travel previously meant cutting back on creature comforts and an elevated experience,…

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New York City

Sartiano’s NYC

Overview After a string of successful restaurants over the past few decades, which include Butter, the Darby, and now private dinner club Bond Street, Scott Sartiano’s latest move is a restaurant named after himself. Although, this restaurant hits a different note than the other ventures which relied more on the scene rather than food. Sartiano’s NYC is in the old Mercer Kitchen space at the Mercer Hotel in Soho. In other words, it has big shoes to fill. This is…

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New York City

Kappo Masa

Overview Kappo Masa is the sister restaurant to Masa, otherwise known as one of the most expensive dinners in New York City. Set on the lower level of the Gagosian Gallery, Kappo Masa is one of the go-to sushi restaurants on the Upper East Side. That is if the people who consider it a go-to are the rich, famous, and quintessentially old-school New York. While it’s the more casual restaurant to Masa, it’s about twice as expensive as the other…

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Hotel Reviews

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

There’s a reason London is Calling. It’s refreshing to be in a culture of manners where chivalry isn’t dead. And there are a few places that inspire you to up your game just by hearing those darned charming accents. That and who doesn’t like afternoon tea? The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in Knightsbridge pretty much sums that all up. This is the review of a the Mandarin Oriental London, which is well, as London as it gets. Overview The Mandarin…

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Road Trip

The Hudson Valley Roundup

You know that moment when you realize you’re turning into your parents? Maybe your head hits the pillow before midnight. Or you find yourself non-ironically singing along to Hall & Oates. But before you panic, we have two words for you– fall foliage. Bonus is that the Hudson Valley has a slew of luxe hotels that make the drive well worth it. These are a few of the luxury hotels in the Hudson Valley that you need to know. The Hotel:…

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