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(credit: Simon Brown Photography) In 2009, Firmdale Hotels – the successful London boutique hotel group – opened its first New York property, Crosby Street Hotel. Situated in the heart of SoHo, the luxury boutique hotel is certified GOLD LEED by the US Green Building Council making it one of the very first hotels in New

Enjoy vegan food at these top spots in Wynwood — Photo courtesy of iStock / Hagen Production Wynwood is known as Miami’s hippest neighborhood. Beautiful street art, craft coffee infused with CBD, and local food trucks all abound in this small-but-alternative enclave of the city. And where there are young artistic types and cool bars,

Tamales at Delta Meat Market — Photo courtesy of Grant Ellis/Green Olive Media Tamales are a dish with a strong connection to the holiday season, especially in Latin American communities. The masa, a corn dough, filled with meat and vegetables and steamed in corn husks can be found in many cultures. However, it might surprise

Just when you thought Los Angeles was a completely smoke-free city, think again! The first of its kind in the United States, the Original Cannabis Café opened its doors in West Hollywood in October 2019, serving up an array of cannabis offerings, along with accompanying culinary creations. Since its opening, the cafe has been causing

More than 32 million Americans attend at least one festival each year, according to Billboard. That’s more than the total population of Texas, and those numbers are on the rise. With so many events to choose from (and ticket prices in the hundreds, if not thousands of dollars for some festivals), it can be hard

(credit: 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge) Overlooking the East River in Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge boasts expansive views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. Designed to show the dichotomy of the city and the beauty of nature, native greenery, and reclaimed materials are used throughout the hotel to better connect each guest

You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to eating vegan in Brooklyn — Photo courtesy of E+ / VioletaStoimenova For vegans, vegetarians and those who’d simply like to lessen their carbon footprint while eating delicious food, Brooklyn has become an epicenter for some truly inspiring vegan cuisine. Choosing the 10 best places to eat vegan

All images credit the Lake House For the epicurean, nirvana is the delectable meal that surprises the senses with sight, smell, sound and ultimately the mouth as we slowly savor each morsel. The masters of the culinary world, who can create such a meal, have become this generation’s mortal gods; revered for their ability to

Photo courtesy of Joanne DiBona Portland has beautiful skyline views You can spend weeks, if not years, discovering the history, culture and charm of Portland, Oregon.  Even if you only have just a day or two for a visit, you can definitely get a taste – both literally and figuratively – of the city’s many

Six Senses Spa On January 28th, 2020 at a press event in New York, the Global Wellness Summit released its top ten wellness trends for 2020.  The trends emerged from the insights of the 550 experts from 50 nations that gathered at the recent 2019 Summit, including top economists, doctors, academics, technologists, futurists, and CEOs

Hardly any St. Louis native can resist the sweetness of a gooey butter cake — Photo courtesy of iStock / bhofack2 A frosted layer cake is like a perfectly tailored little black dress: every curve is controlled, and every flaw is covered. Gooey butter cake is more like a favorite pair of sweatpants: cozy, unflattering

Photo Credits: Hilton An unforgettable Memorial Day Weekend in Mexico is calling. Los Cabos’ Cabo en Vivo presents a once-in-a-lifetime, luxury resort getaway in Mexico’s world-famous Cabo Corridor, featuring two nights of unforgettable beachfront performances from the Eagles and The Doobie Brothers to an intimate crowd of only 5,000 guests.  Cabo en Vivo has partnered with Los Cabos’ most luxurious resorts to offer

All Images Credit the Lancemore Group Just a short drive away from Melbourne, the landscapes change from shiny skyscrapers and heavy traffic to sleepy suburbs and rural farmlands.  150 years ago, one of Australia’s early livestock industrialists created a majestic 19th Century estate designed to rival the most spectacular mansions in Europe. His vision is

Portland‘s Central Eastside Industrial District is one of the city’s hottest neighborhoods for dining, with more new restaurants on the way. Here are a few of our favorite spots to feast and imbibe from morning ’til night. Stacked Sandwich Shop Find local gourmet eats at Stacked Sandwich Shop — Photo courtesy of Kari Young How

Photos Courtesy of Viceroy – Presidential Suite Overview With four distinct types of residential suites which include: Beverly Suites, Icon Suites, Royal Suite and Presidential Suite, the residencies at Viceroy L’Ermitage Beverly Hills are available for nightly as well as providing monthly short term to annual leases too. Situated on the 5th, 6th, 7th and

La Bandera — Photo courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal Tequila lovers may be very familiar with all sorts of colorful mixed cocktails featuring their favorite distilled spirit – from a zesty jalapeno Margarita to a refreshing Paloma to a sweet, brilliantly-hued Tequila Sunrise. But there’s one distinctive tequila drink that’s remained under-the-radar in

Beautiful grounds make getting lost fun — Photo courtesy of Dana Rebmann Travel is typically about visiting a new or unfamiliar place. If you’re going to spend much of your time sightseeing, you might not be concerned about booking a hotel with a long list of amenities. But sometimes the hotel is just as worthy

All images credit Hotel Proverbs Taipei is a fascinating city wrapped in a patina of history and culture left behind by the Dutch, Japanese and then Chinese occupations. Urban explorers will find a vibrant city that, a la New York, never seems to sleep with bustling street markets to the highbrow luxury shops along the

The idea of an African safari is a dream vacation for many people. Waking up amongst zebras, bush breakfasts with elephants, witnessing a lion kill – the definition of what comprises an ideal safari experience is different for everyone. Thankfully, there’s a camp to suit every style of traveler. Planning your epic trip to Africa

Photo courtesy of Dina Avila Get your sugar fix If you have a sweet tooth, Portland has you covered. From chocolate and ice cream to Russian afternoon tea, here are all the places to find your sugar high. Photo courtesy of Dina Avila Cacao This temple of chocolate is a must-visit for any chocoholic visiting