Céline Bossart
Contributor
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Beyond the Burj: An Adrenaline-Fueled Journey Through the Emirates
Exploring the best of Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, from kayaking around the Louvre to zip-lining around the UAE’s tallest peak
Few things are more synonymous with the Emirates than Dubai’s soaring skyscrapers and its similarly high standard of luxury. Dubai is, of course, a must for any traveler with an affinity for the finer things, but there’s plenty to be found throughout neighboring Emirates—specifically Abu Dhabi, the federation’s largest ... More
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Room Request! Virgin Hotel New Orleans
Inside the Big Easy's grooviest new digs
Sir Richard Branson’s distinctive British-retro aesthetic isn’t something that necessarily comes to mind when we think of New Orleans—but, now that the Virgin Hotel New Orleans has gotten into its groove after officially opening in the summer of 2021, the combination suddenly makes sense. ... More
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The Weekender: Helsinki and Levi, Finland
An aesthetically pleasing combination of city life and the great outdoors in the heart of Scandinavia
Each and every season in Finland is nothing short of a dreamscape, whether you’re leaf-peeping in the heart of Helsinki or conquering the snow in the quiet wilderness of the Finnish Lapland. In fact, seeing the best of both worlds within one trip is the way to go, especially for ... More
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The Weekender: Porto
What to drink, see, eat and do in the fortified wine capital of the world
Porto, Portugal is a place built for the bon vivant—rich in vinous history, this is a destination for wine lovers and Europhiles alike with its winding cobblestone streets, deep roots in international trade, and a spectrum of winemaking styles reaching far beyond what we know Port to be. While ... More
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Room Request! GrayBarns on the Silvermine River
Embark on a gastronomic getaway in idyllic Norwalk, Connecticut
Rich history and modern luxury reside in perfect harmony at GrayBarns on the Silvermine River, a sprawling, quiet hideaway perched on a pond side bluff in Norwalk, Connecticut. What was once a 17th century stagecoach stop-turned-speakeasy is now an impeccably-appointed collection of suites, apartments, gastronomic experiences, ... More
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Room Request! The Starlite Motel
Step inside a pastel-hued, homegrown upstate New York hideaway surrounded by nature and free of distractions
A retro motel sign, tucked into a roadside pocket of trees and grasses, comes up around a bend in a peaceful Upstate New York hamlet. You’ll likely miss the turn, but the extra stretch is more a scenic route than an inconvenience. Once you’ve pulled into the parking lot, you ... More
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Room Request! Portrait Firenze
Go inside one of Florence’s most luxurious riverside hotels, owned by the Ferragamo family
There are few views as iconic as Florence’s Arno, breathtaking at any angle, day or night. It’s the centerpiece to the city–a defining element in tangible form that is as iconic as the legacies of the historical figures who’ve shaped this city over time. I spent a year in Florence, ... More
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Inside Gray Malin’s New Wine Project, Getaway Rosé
Gray Malin and Nocking Point Wines will take you on a visual and gustatory journey, even if you’re stuck at home
Escapism is inherent when it comes to consuming visual art. Similarly, our senses have reflexive reactions to specific flavor profiles. A candy-like taste might evoke childhood memories while certain spices can be reminiscent of a distinct place and time. These aromas help foreshadow what our palate is about to experience. ... More
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Tyson Beckford Has Been Busy
Beckford talks about his new fragrance, rosé collaboration, and staying safe during the COVID-19 era
Sheltering in place has its challenges, whether professional, social, or personal. But Tyson Beckford isn’t one to fall prey to limitations of any sort–since the pandemic began, he’s not only launched Orion Skye, a brand new fragrance for men, but has also announced a wine and spirits project, all while ... More
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The Weekender: Palmetto Bluff
A veritable escape in the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry
Each year, hundreds of food-obsessed travelers flock to Palmetto Bluff–a 20,000 acre stretch of South Carolina Lowcountry nestled between Savannah and Hilton Head Island–to celebrate the South’s most treasured culinary gems set to a weekend-long live soundtrack. Music to Your Mouth has just wrapped its ... More
