At first impression, Istria’s rustic charm leads one to believe it is the quintessential diamond in the rough. A place where, after a few precise cuts are made and a healthy polish applied, the truly magnificent gem within will be realized. But first impressions invariably give way to the second, third, and fourth. When seen from the inside, one recognizes the Croation peninsula of Istria for what it truly is: a brilliant and sophisticated jewel hidden in plain sight on the Adriatic coast. It is an ancient land, rich in history, dotted with picturesque towns, and blessed with a verdant coastline bordered by the clear blue sea.
Destinations
Hawai’i Island’s luxurious Four Seasons Resort Hualālai hosted The Mascot, founded by Napa Valley magnate Bill Harlan’s son, Will Harlan, on October 13 for the intimate third edition of its 2023 Winemaker in…
Referred to as one of the most important and beautiful new towns in the world by renowned Notre Dame School of Architecture Professor Douglas Duany, Las Catalinas debuts the opening of the…
Set on the northwest coast of the big island, overlooking the pristine Kahuwai Bay, Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort has emerged as one of Hawai’i’s premier destinations. Kona Village is both new…
Discover Merry Meritage at The Meritage Resort & Spa For those dreaming of sugar plum fairies, magical white snow flurries and colorful holiday cheer, look no further this season than The Meritage Resort…
Mountain View might not be the first place one considers when planning a weekend getaway. But this tech industry town holds a few R&R surprises, such as the Shashi Hotel and its…
To celebrate Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday, the Las Catalinas Residential Sales Team is offering their very first “Fly & Buy Program” for those interested in making the picturesque walkable…
Finding wholeness in the Himalayas at Ananda Have you ever found yourself on the brink of a crisis or in pain whispering those four dreaded words: “I don’t want to be here?”…
Snuggled in a warm coat, my throat wrapped by a long scarf, I skitter across the icy road to enter the Christmas market in Budapest’s Vorosmarty Square. Festooned with twinkling lights and…
Somebody I know said that everyone ought to host a populous party in their home at least once a year, because in its advent one feels the need to finally get around…
At a time when many of us feel increasingly listless, lost, or stuck, despite our successes or so-called perfect lives, perhaps the gift to ask for (or to generously give) isn’t a…
There is a lot of buzz about longevity and the fountain of youth after the release of the Netflix documentary in August. “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” examines five…
Those who well knew Beacon Grand’s former life as The Sir Francis Drake will likely not recognize the Union Square hotel in its current incarnation. Gone is the red and gold color…
Glenbrook. Fleur du Lac Estates. Clear Creek Tahoe. Schaffer’s Mill. These private communities promise the best of Lake Tahoe region living, and the amenities at each surely deliver on that promise. From…
If you get the chance to book a mountain view room or suite at the Grand Hotel Zermatterhof, grab it, because when they say “view,” they’re not kidding. First-time guests may be…
Travel is all about self-discovery and while destinations may appeal to one person for specific reasons, there’s an abundance of eye-opening journeys to be explored for every interest. For art lovers to…
Oahu is known to feature the best of both island worlds. The South Shore is home to cosmopolitan Waikiki, where luxury boutiques and gourmet restaurants intermingle with some of Hawaii’s original and…
The newest resort on Oahu is easily its most compelling. Completed in 2018, The Ritz-Carlton, Waikiki Beach and its two stunning, modern towers (‘Ewa and Diamond Head) feature rooms and suites that…
The Healdsburg winery’s new Executive Chef offers a glimpse of its culinary future over Labor Day weekend.
Get acquainted with the Sausalito hotel’s latest guest culinary experience, a worthy splurge for an extra-special getaway.