Set amidst the idyllic backdrop of the Yucatán Peninsula’s Caribbean coastline and its aquamarine waters, the resort development of Mayakoba blends seamlessly with the region’s vibrant ecosystems. A tapestry of pristine jungle,…
International Destinations
A Paradise of Relaxation The Grand Velas Los Cabos offers much more than an all-inclusive experience. It’s a five-star resort with Michelin-star dining, breathtaking ocean views, and over-the-top amenities. Right away, when…
Ecuador’s Golden Triangle You’d never guess that the otherworldliness of the Ecuador’s Andean Cloud Forest on the outskirts of Quito is actually inside the metropolitan district, making it quite accessible — with…
As she pours wine into proffered etched-crystal flutes, the sommelier explains that sabering, now a theatrical way to serve up a bottle of Champagne, was legendarily invented by Napoleon Bonaparte and his…
You’ve likely seen the images of crystalline waters over which guest bungalows perch. Mount Otemanu rises as a stunning focal point in the distance. Lush, tropical greenery frames a blue lagoon that…
As part of one of Italy’s most prominent families, Anna Fendi grew up celebrating her country’s rich cultural heritage and reputation for exquisite products. After leading the family business creatively for many years, she ventured into a new field of Italian expertise by curating a collection of wines and accessories designed to complement the Italian lifestyle.
It’s no exaggeration to claim that Costa Palmas is changing the face of Los Cabos. Just 50 minutes north of Los Cabos International Airport, but a world away from the resort-lined “corridor”…
The villa’s opulent interiors have welcomed luminaries such as German opera composer Robert Wagner, Italian violinist Niccolò Paganini, and Former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, each leaving their mark on its storied halls. Wagner, for instance, stayed on the property in 1927 while he was writing the third act of Parsifal, and 60 years later, at 85, he composed “Villa Tasca” based on his visit.
At wine tasting and lunch with Armando Castagnedi, owner of Tenuta Sant’Antonio family winery in Italy’s Veneto region, I solved this riddle. Q: What is even better than one charming, skilled, prestigious…
The concept of luxury safaris has undergone a transformative shift. Today, they offer a unique opportunity to engage in impactful, hands-on wildlife conservation experiences.
Imagine your own Parisian apartment—a stylish pied-à-terre in the chic 8th arrondissement, surrounded by some of the city’s most enviable addresses. The more-than-desirable location is one of the poshest places in Paris…
If five years ago anyone had suggested I’d become a fan of river cruising, I’d have scoffed. In my naivete, I imagined cruising to be for a different sort; an unadventurous sort…
From Hong Kong to Singapore and beyond, here are the places to stay and play in Asia HONG KONG REGENT HONG KONG: The Regent Hong Kong, a former icon in Kowloon, has…
The canary yellow bistro tables that line the entry of La Fantaisie Paris boutique hotel are a sunny harbinger of what’s inside—a beautiful, garden-themed fever dream, where color is queen, and whimsy…
It’s all in the details. In the realm of luxury travel where every journey is an exploration of opulence and exclusivity, Magma Global emerges as a beacon of sophistication and personalized service.…
It’s time to check in to these haute new American luxury hotels. RAFFLES BOSTON Luxury brand Raffles has come to play in the States in a big way, opening its first North…
Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Gardens by the Bay, Singapore As Frank Sinatra put it, “I traveled each and every highway, and more much more than this, I did it my way.” If…
Beyond Sardinia’s Vermentino and Pantelleria’s Passito, there are many little-known island wines to explore. Mother Nature has graced these islands with breathtaking panoramas and rare wines that are lively, summery, and highly quaffable.
Decades ago, French Champagne experts brought their skills to California wine country, expanding their production to include sparkling wine made on American terroir. By doing so, they increased their visibility and made their wines more widely available in the robust U.S. market. In a way, they invented an American version of Champagne.
“Why do you go all the way to the Caribbean when Hawaii is so close?” is a question I’ve been asked many times since I began traveling from California to the Caribbean…