Nestled in the walled “old town” neighborhood of Colombian port city Cartagena, the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara is a blend of old and new: notable features include original wood beams, museum-worthy contemporary art, and possibly a few ghosts (more on that later). Housed in a restored 17th century ... More

PSA: the fastest way out of New York City on Memorial Day Weekend is in a Jaguar. On the recent long weekend, we piled our luggage into an F-Pace and drove north to New England, passing miles of lush trees. Once we got into Cambridge, MA, it felt like we ... More

As a financial reporter, journalist Sofia Ek traveled the world, covering economies from Greece to Costa Rica. But not all of her assignments were so scenic; when she was still in her 20s, the Wall Street Journal’s SmartMoney magazine sent her to report on Libya under Muammar Gaddafi’s tyrannical regime. ... More

What could be better than staying in a skyscraper hotel in Manhattan? Admiring the skyline from the waterfront, 10-story 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge in Dumbo. If Brooklyn were a building, this is what it would look like. And not by coincidence, the property celebrated its grand opening ... More

With its flourishing food and drink scene, there’s never been a better time to drop into Chicago for a cocktail-centric jaunt. Here’s your guide to an elevated bar crawl through the Windy City, with some necessary sustenance along the way to keep your food-to-alcohol ratio on point. Friday afternoon: Upon arrival ... More

At a young 150-years-old, the Beau-Rivage Genève is as integral to the city of Geneva as delectable chocolate and the finest watches in the world. Owned and operated by the same family since its inception, this particular stay is more about status and pomp and circumstance, and—as you’ll quickly ... More

For adventurers who want a workout that packs a punch—while still enjoying the fruits of your traveling labor—this one’s for you: The Conrad Dublin in Ireland has partnered with the local fitness experts at 5StarFitness to bring one of Ireland’s most celebrated sports, boxing, to the property. Inspired ... More

Filed under *perfect winter escapes* The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is the ultimate snow capped destination, tucked mid-mountain at Northstar California. Not only does the property offer mountain concierge services and ski-in/ski-out access, but the hotel’s après-ski experience also includes a slopeside spa, the tailored kid-friendly program Ritz-Kids, and complementary ... More

By the second hour of hiking up to Tiger’s Nest—Bhutan’s most photographed pilgrimage site—a person begins to make sense of Buddhism. The experience is meditative. Your thighs are searing. You can’t get enough oxygen into your lungs. Your mind clears. The only thought is: Put. One foot. In front. Of ... More