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A New Boutique Hotel in Rome

We love the Grande Dame hotels that impress you from the moment you arrive. But we also like the hidden gems: The boutique hotels that give you the perfect combination of luxe rooms, personalized service, and a place that feels like home. Now, there’s a brand-new hotel in that category, and it’s in Rome — where cool, quaint spaces are on the rise. Just a coin toss from the Baroque Trevi Fountain, Umilta 36 is a sparkling new hotel paying…

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Family Travel, Luxury Family Travel & Lifestyle

San Diego: Your Next Family Vacation

We know, this summer just flew by. But you’re ready for one last hurrah before everyone’s back in school and back to the grind. Sometimes, the answer is right in front of you. A trip to San Diego is just what the doctor ordered. San Diego has perfect weather. Amusement parks galore. There’s even a zoo. Here’s your next family vacation. The Stay Just minutes from Legoland, Park Hyatt Aviara is a luxury resort in Carlsbad (close to San Diego)…

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Travel Buzz

Passalacqua: A New Lake Como Hotel

What happens when what’s arguably the most luxurious hotel in Italy’s Lake Como opens a sister property? High expectations, for sure. Passalacqua is the sibling of the famed Grand Hotel Tremezzo and, by all accounts so far, she’s the Pippa to Kate Middleton. Here’s a look at the buzziest opening this year on the Lake. Overview Once a historic private villa built in 1787 by the Odescalchi family of Como, Passalacqua certainly isn’t new. It’s been around awhile and has…

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Destinations + Hotels to Inspire You

Villa Treville Positano

Everyone knows that Il San Pietro is exquisite. And Le Sirenuse offers some of the best meals you’ll taste in all of the Amalfi. But, surprisingly, it’s still insider knowledge that Positano’s Villa Treville is the place to stay on the Amalfi Coast. Here’s a look at the hotel. Overview If the Amalfi Coast isn’t already on your list of life goals, it’s time to add it. There is nothing like the views here, and Positano, while touristy, is iconic.…

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New York City

Hancock St. Review

The American bistro Hancock St. arrived this past winter, and it wants to be your cozy neighborhood spot. Hancock St. seems to be gunning for classic NYC status, à la Waverly Inn. It has a good shot, as it’s by the team behind long-established restaurants Lure and River Café. But does it measure up? Here’s the review. Overview Hancock St. is the new-ish American bistro to take over El Toro Bianco’s old space in the West Village. It still has…

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Reviews

Mírame Beverly Hills Review

At some point, you’re going to find yourself in Los Angeles. And, from there, you’re more likely than not going to have a reason to be in Beverly Hills. So that’s where the new-ish Mexican spot Mírame comes into play, which opened during the pandemic right on North Canon Drive. Is it worthy of being on your list? Here’s our take on Mírame Beverly Hills. Overview We give major props to all the restaurants that survived the pandemic, and Mírame…

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Destinations

A Villa Fit for a CIA Agent – Finca Pascualete

Sometimes truth really is stranger than fiction. About an hour and a half outside of Madrid is one of the world’s most exclusive and unique places to stay. It’s the family estate of a NYC model turned CIA agent, who fell in love with a Spanish count around the time of World War II. Yes, Aline Quintanilla, nee Griffith, defined trailblazer and is #goals for how to live a big, full, exceptional life. And we have the inside track for…

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Reviews

The Review: Le Train Bleu

When you think of classic Paris, do singing waiters, frescoed ceilings depicting war and love, and ornate gold gilding come to mind? If so, Le Train Bleu has you covered on all accounts. What makes it even more unique is that it’s located in the Gare de Lyon train station — the ideal place for hellos, goodbyes, and feeling like your life has suddenly transformed into a romantic movie. What else makes Le Train Bleu completely irresistible, even by Parisian…

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New York City

The Review: Mollusca NYC

Sometimes it takes a global pandemic for a rebirth to happen. New York’s Meatpacking District is on its second, maybe third rebirth since it was defined by S&M clubs and things you just can’t unsee. The seafood-forward spot Mollusca is part of this renaissance,. We have the review. Overview Mollusca NYC is a collaboration between Alpina Hospitality Group and Eric Agababayev. If the menu and concept look familiar, it’s because Mollusca originally hails from Moscow. Mollusca NYC restaurant is in…

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Travel Buzz

Aman Opens in NYC

It’s official: New York City’s most luxurious and exclusive hotel has arrived. No surprise that it’s the flagship property of Aman, whose hotels have created “Aman Junkies,” For junkies, it’s essentially a “Have Aman? Will travel” situation. Well Aman junkies, here’s reason one million and one to come to New York City. This way for the first look at Aman New York. Aman New York Arrives Aman indisputably defines luxury, and places itself in the most glamorous cities and most…

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