Destinations

The World Heritage Committee has named 37 new sites to UNESCO’s World Heritage List — including one in Israeli-occupied West Bank. The newly inscribed properties were announced during the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee being held from Sept. 10 to 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Of the 50 “candidate sites” being considered, these

Whitney Spielfogel Over the past couple of years, Puglia has become one of Italy’s top trending destinations… and for good reason! For anyone looking for incredible food and wine, diverse landscapes, a captivating coastline, beautiful beach clubs, history, culture, and super stylish places to stay, look no further than Puglia, the land of plenty. In

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‘Tsk tsk.” How our guide, Neycer Pizango, heard the teeth-­sucking call above our skiff’s outboards, I’ll never know – for even with engines cut, I struggled to identify anything beyond birdsong and clicking cicadas. Then a shadow moved, and a tiny, maned primate leapt, tutting, into a spondias tree’s boughs. “It’s a pygmy marmoset: the

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(credit: Entre Cielos Wine Hotel & Spa) Tucked among the famed Malbec vines in Mendoza, Argentina lies Entre Cielos Wine Hotel & Spa, a 24-room boutique hotel situated among 20 acres of verdant vineyards. A destination for both oenophiles as well as those who appreciate high-design, the hotel features ultra-modern architecture and highly stylized rooms,

Benin is a fun-filled country that has a lot to offer traveling families: stunning beaches, fascinating history, incredible national parks, and more. If you have children and are considering of an affordable, family friendly African country to visit that’s off the beaten track, Benin is the best bet for you.  Is Benin good for kids?  Benin

All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. European spa hotels are amongst the best in

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(credit: Flemings Mayfair) Just steps from The Green Park between Mayfair and Westminster lies the boutique Flemings Mayfair Hotel home to 129 guest rooms and suites. Part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the hotel is one of the oldest family-owned hotels in London that in its past life was 13 Georgian townhouses.

As a newbie California resident keen on exploring as much of my adopted home as possible, I was struck by how geographically diverse the Golden State is, the impracticalities of making a “quick trip” to one part of the state from the other end of it, and its surprisingly variable weather. Gleaned over nearly 20

All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. Considered an eyesore by Parisians when first built

Clarese Partis, a 39-year-old software designer from Los Angeles, has always wanted to work from an offbeat spot far from the crowds.   So when she was offered such an opportunity, she instantly grabbed it.  Last week, Partis landed in the Sardinian village of Ollolai in Italy for a free stay paid by the local

(credit: The Soho Hotel, Firmdale Hotels, Simon Brown Photography) As one of London’s most fashionable hotels, The Soho Hotel boasts a classic English style with a bit of flair and color. Featuring 96 individually designed bedrooms and suites, the hotel is proud to be one of the first luxury hotels in the Soho area of

Enormous California, with its booming economy, bounty of nature, agriculture and vibrant cities could be a country unto itself. There’s a season for everything, as the song goes, so whether you come for the sun, surf, skiing or culture, here’s a guide to the best times to visit the Golden State. Outside Lands takes over

You really can’t overstate the case for visiting Cape Town. First, there’s the in-your-face beauty of a craggy mountain range that drops precipitously into a glittering sea, its flanks carpeted in greens and delicate florals. Then there’s the pristine white beaches lapped by – it must be said – a chilly Atlantic, their curves defined by

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Villa Igiea, Terrazza Bar interior Sicily is having a moment, thanks in part to the elegant hospitality proffered by the island’s two Rocco Forte hotels. This London-based, fourth generation, family owned company rolls out the red carpet at each of its five-star hotels/resorts throughout Europe. Within its historic properties, Rocco Forte guests enjoy restorative spas,

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Nestled in the heart of London’s West End, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane stands as an iconic landmark, offering its guests a harmonious blend of modern sophistication and timeless elegance. Situated in the iconic city of London and surrounded by the capital’s greenery, most famous sights and coveted shopping streets, it seamlessly balances

California has a reputation for sunshine, beaches and palm trees – but that’s only part of the picture. Along with the longest coastline in the continental USA, the Golden State offers small-town getaways, snowy adventures, fine food and wine, Indigenous culture and unique natural encounters. Get trusted guidance to the world’s most breathtaking experiences delivered to

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Every guest room & suite at Dream Inn features an ocean view Situated on the landmark site of Jack O’Neill’s first surf shop, the Dream Inn is Santa Cruz’s only true beachfront hotel. A playful hop, skip, and jump away from the adored 100-year old wharf and historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with its iconic Giant Dipper roller coaster,

London has a reputation as one of the most eye-wateringly expensive cities to visit in Europe. Its fame and global appeal have long made it a top ‘bucket list’ destination, with jacked-up accommodation prices and exorbitantly priced experiences, from swanky fine dining to designer shopping. But there are easy ways to enjoy London without taking

Rome has been around for almost three thousand years and yet carries all that weight of history with a dolce vita lightness of heart. It’s a city that combines the intimacy and human scale of a village with the cultural draws of a historic, art-laden European metropolis. Classical ruins and early Christian places of worship

The Maharajas of India’s past built magnificent palaces as a symbol of their power. But in 1971, India abolished “privy purses,” or governmental payments made to these rulers. Several of them transformed their vast estates into heritage hotels, or leased them to renowned hotel chains which carefully restored them to their former glory. From the

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Lucia restaurant terrace at Bernardus Lodge & Spa Mention of Carmel likely brings to mind the storybook cottages and sandy beaches of “Carmel-by-the-Sea.” But there’s another Carmel that deserves equal billing. It’s the version that is warmed by a sun that often evades its coastal cousin. It’s the Carmel that features hiking and biking trails,

With its year-round tropical climate, top-notch infrastructure, abundant green spaces and awesome child-friendly attractions, the tiny island nation of Singapore is a fabulous destination to discover with your pint-sized posse in tow. Is Singapore good for kids?  Discovering Singapore with children is a joy thanks to the country’s efficient, accessible and sparkling-clean MRT train system.

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