Provence Road Trip Part 1 – La Bastide de Marie + The Luberon
I have wanted to visit Provence in the South of France for some time now. The vineyards, the stone farm houses, the colorful shutters, the hilly countryside, and the amazing…
The List: 10 Perennially Sunny Escapes
Fall has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, tingeing leaves golden brown and causing temperatures to dip. Those who are already feeling nostalgic toward the departed summer can chase the warmth:…
Texas’s German Roots: New Braunfels
“Do you speak German?,” I ask. “Un poquito.” Joyce is minding the register at the oldest bakery in Texas, Naegelin’s. Opened in 1868, the establishment remains a landmark in downtown New Braunfels—and a…
Slovenia Tourism – Not Ready for the Big Time
I explained why I don’t like living in the U.S. anymore to the manager of Hostel Val in Piran: the work, work, work; money, money, money; buy, buy, buy mentality…
What to wear and when?
Dress codes can be very confusing sometimes. And I’m not even talking about the cryptic ones. The likes of ‘elegant casual’ or ‘chic’ are beyond me. What on earth do…
Bed hopping: new hotels from Rome to London to Brazil
Our hotel curation gang get about it bit, and for October they’ve discovered three sumptuous stays with supremely sexy bedrooms. Meet G Rough hotel in Rome, Artist Residence London and Insólito Boutique…
Ritz Brings Two New Resorts to Bali, Securing it as a Top Destination For Luxury Travelers
Though times were tough for Bali following terrorist bombings in 2002, the Indonesian island slowly but surely reclaimed its place on the hot list as an international jet-set destination. ...via…
A Shy Weekend in Ibiza
Is it possible to escape to Ibiza for the weekend and not end up on a packed beach at sunset dancing to David Guetta? Indeed it is. In fact, the…
The List: 9 Destinations with Michelin Star Dining
Hotel dining has never been trendier, or tastier, thanks to a vanguard of talented young chefs plying their trade at many of the world’s top properties. If the idea of…
There’s Something About Riga
Look skyward while walking around Riga and you will be rewarded with glimpses of fanciful architectural flourishes. Roughly 40 percent of the buildings in this port city were built in the Art Nouveau style.…
PHOTO: Lake Bled in Triglav National Park, Slovenia
Click on above photo to view it in large format: View from Bled Castle over Lake Bled, Slovenia, home to tiny Bled Island, a destination for pilgrims visiting a church…
Why we love Morocco in the autumn
Whether you’re hiking the Atlas Mountains with a sure-footed Berber or sipping mint tea in a Marrakech riad, autumn might be the best time of year to visit Morocco. And it’s certainly better than playing conkers in the rain…
Grand Amore Takes Guest Service to Another Level With Personalized Gifts, Framed Home Photos & Sweet Treats
Blink, and it's easy to walk right past the Grand Amore Hotel & Spa, Florence's newest jewel of a property. There are no doormen, lines of luxury cars outside, or…
Provence Road Trip Part 2 – Vaucluse + Chateau de Mazan
As we pulled into Mazan, located in the valleys of the Vaucluse region, we quickly spotted Chateau de Mazan, a charming hotel towering high above the rest of town. Mazan…
Spotlight: Son Julia Country House Hotel
Standing poised off the beaten track in the Majorcan countryside, Son Julia Country House Hotel awaits guests seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Just 25…
On Safari in North America
Discard the idea that you have to be in Africa to go on safari. Instead, head for the “Serengeti of North America”—the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem—which is spread across the states of Wyoming,…
Scary Slovenian Folk Traditions
The man behind the counter at Ptuj Castle suggested I begin my tour at a display of costumes and masks from Slovenian folk traditions and tales. “But I have to…
Hôtel Thoumieux, Paris: Hotel of the week
We agree with Sabrina:Paris is always a good idea; especially if checking in to Left Bank stay Hôtel Thoumieux. We’re eager to try its recently re-styled restaurant, and India Mahdavi-made-over boudoirs send…
Exploring Petra: A First-Timer’s Guide to Visiting One of the 7 Wonders of the World
Hidden away among pink-hued cliffs in the valley of Wadi Musa, sits the forgotten city of Petra. In its heyday, the enigmatic destination was home to 30,000 people and the…
Provence Road Trip III – Market Day in Aix-en-Provence
Having spent a few days in the countryside we were ready for the bustling of a bigger city. We arrived in Aix-en-Provence and instantly felt as though we’d found a…
The List: 8 Destinations with Michelin Star Dining
Hotel dining has never been trendier, or tastier, thanks to a vanguard of talented young chefs plying their trade at many of the world’s top properties. If the idea of…
I Heart My City: Anson’s Edinburgh
Anson Clark was born in northern Scotland, but has been living in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh since 2000. His job takes him around the world, but he’s always happy to be back in his home…
PHOTO: Lake Bohinj in Triglav National Park, Slovenia
Click on above photo to view it in large format: Beautiful Lake Bohinj in Triglav Natinal Park in Slovenia, is surrounded by spectacular Karst limestone hills. A trail around the…
Madrid’s best rooftop bars
The Principal Madrid has given the city an intimate new rooftop bar. So in celebration of stiff drinks and fresh air, we bring you three of our favourite sky-high terraces in the Spanish…