Design lover–approved escapes for peak coziness

Seaside suites, Beverly Hills hideaways, and celebrity-beloved haunts await your arrival to La-La Land

Every year, someone declares that the Hamptons have peaked. And every year, the Hamptons politely ignore them. As is usually…

Courtesy of Hotel Marina Riviera Big Bear Lake is one of California’s most sought-after vacation destinations for nature-lovers. Big Bear Lake is located near San Bernardino, around 100 miles north of Los Angeles. The lake, which is seven miles wide, is set high in the mountains at around 6,750 feet and is fully surrounded by the dense, magical San Bernardino […]

Tokyo’s luxury hotel scene is having a moment. After a string of high-profile openings — 1 Hotel Tokyo, Janu Tokyo, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo — the Fairmont Tokyo joined the fold last summer with a July 1 debut in the waterfront Shibaura neighborhood. The 217-room property has its work cut out for it, competing against […]

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Located up in the Colorado mountains in the historic mining town of Georgetown lies the Hotel de Paris. Opened in 1875 by Louis Dupuy, the Hotel de Paris quickly became known for it's luxury amenities and gourmet French cuisine during the Colorado gold rush. The hotel is very well preserved and holds over 5,000 items from the late 1800s, many of which are original to when Dupuy owned the…

Beautiful cheerful woman in a bathrobe standing near the window in the morning (Getty) The best way to visit New York City is with thousands in your back pocket. Maybe millions. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to experience the Big Apple without forking over a hefty sum. The same is true in many popular international destinations, from Paris to Tokyo to Singapore. In short, you’ll pay for all…

A globetrotter’s guide to Seoul’s best luxury hotels.

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Lobby of The Shelbourne, Autography Collection (Image courtesy of The Shelbourne) If you’ve visited Dublin recently, you might have wound up staying in a hotel in the Dublin Docklands. The Dublin Docklands cover zones like the Grand Canal Dock and North Lotts areas, which have transformed over the last decade. From the quiet, lonely fishing docks, massive tech offices and residential…

Getty The first time I saw a boutique hotel listed on Airbnb, I was baffled. Booking a hotel room on Airbnb defeats the purpose of the platform, which was (originally) designed to pair travelers with local hosts who had an extra room. That being said, it does follow Airbnb’s current trajectory. Following a proliferation of full-unit […]

From hidden architectural gems to stays with dazzling Eiffel Tower views

Special sweets designed to satisfy your sweet tooth and cool you off in the summer heat. This year is Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, and the franchise is celebrating in style at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo, with the hotel offering amazing Pokémon-themed rooms including one with 30 Pikachu plushies to keep guests company during their stay. But […]

Courtesy of W South Beach Is any trip to Florida complete without taking a dip in a pool? While many of the state’s most popular destinations are located near or on the beach, most hotels have swimming pools. They’re the perfect place to unwind after a busy day—or start a new one. You can take a dip to cool off, […]

Places that are just as steeped in color and character as the city itself

Courtesy of Santo Collection Perched above Ammoudi Bay on the outer edge of Oia, Greece, Santo Mine Oia Suites arrives at a moment when Santorini feels increasingly shaped by visibility. The island has settled into a familiar hospitality formula of infinity pools, whitewashed minimalism, and terraces designed as much for photographs as for relaxation. Santo […]

Romer Hell’s Kitchen sits at 851 8th Avenue, between 51st and 52nd Street, placing guests close to Broadway while keeping them slightly removed from the rush of Times Square. That position defines the hotel’s character. It gives travelers access to Midtown without fully surrendering to its pace, offering a West Side address shaped by theaters, […]

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Airbnb, Inc. has unveiled one of the most significant overhauls of its platform in years, introducing artificial intelligence tools, hotel booking integration, and expanded social travel features as the company moves toward becoming a broader digital travel ecosystem rather than solely a short-term rental platform. The update reflects a wider shift across the global travel technology […]

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New Yorkers are flocking upstate to nostalgic cabin stays with a luxury bent

Stay awhile in some of the Bay Area’s most stylish, sought-after rentals

Exterior of Hive Hotel, one of DC's coolest new hotel openings (Courtesy of Hive Hotel) Washington DC is alive with activity in preparation for the upcoming America250 celebrations. Still, regardless of the season or the date, DC is a great stopover for those on the hunt for American culture. It’s got a long list of world-class museums (many of which are free) and even more historic sites and…

The best way to explore this cinematic playground is to live it.

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Broadway, the Tourism Center of Downtown Nashville, Tennessee USA (Getty) Thanks to its reputation as a hotspot for bachelorette parties, you might automatically think of private rentals when you put together a trip to Nashville. In fact, the city is home to dozens of fantastic Airbnbs and VRBOs. They’re equipped to handle larger groups in style, although you can also find smaller rentals for…

As a vacation destination that went from mid-century tropical Americana in the ‘60s to spring break shitshow, Fort Lauderdale is finally regaining its sunbelt luxury reputation with world-class shopping, restaurants and some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. So it’s no surprise that the South Florida city is full of excellent hotels, all […]

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Where to stay, according to our travel writer.

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Rita Soares reflects on 27 years of building Herdade da Malhadinha Nova, and the new Assouline volume that frames her Alentejo estate as a model of organic luxury. In 1998, Rita Soares and her husband, along with her brother- and sister-in-law, took over an abandoned property in Portugal's Alentejo region. There was no water, no […]

Food, fashion and fine art.

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The hottest new hotels across the country.

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Clubhouse at Jekyll Island Club Resort (Courtesy of Jekyll Island Club Resort) What comes to mind when you picture an idyllic Fourth of July celebration? Most of us think about family and friends, a great barbecue setup, and a dash of Americana, from apple pie to tossing around a baseball. A scenic setting never hurts, either, whether a tree-covered backyard or a lakeside picnic. That being said,…

One of the region’s best-kept secrets.

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Even when Mt. Fuji is hidden in shadows, there’s still something breathtaking to see here. When picking a hotel for traveling in Japan, “has views of Mt. Fuji” is definitely a big plus. Japan’s tallest mountain is a symbol of the country itself, and its beauty is so timeless that admiring it at length will […]