If you’re headed for a trip to Mexico City, Jaime Salas is the kind of guy you want in your contacts. Not only did he grow up dividing his time between Mexico and the States, he also now embodies the sunglasses-wearing emoji as a mixologist and national ... More

Set in Downtown Chicago, the building that houses The Publishing House is rather unassuming. But similar to entering the land of Narnia through a wooden wardrobe, the property’s big blue door transports you to a new world, one which takes the shape of a charming bed ... More

As one of the oldest and largest cities in Eastern Europe, the Serbian capital of Belgrade is steeped in a history and culture all its own. You could spend hours winding its ancient fortresses or getting lost among its Ottoman architecture. But the city's old world vibes have recently given ... More

If you’ve seen the posters for Blockers, the latest teen comedy about the age-old quest to lose one’s virginity, you’ve probably noticed a white outline of a rooster substituting the missing syllable in the film’s cheeky title (ICYMI, a riff on the slang term for one who thwarts sexual activity). ... More

When you tell people you’re traveling to the Incan mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu, which leads down to Peru’s Sacred Valley, you immediately have their attention. Whether they’ve been or not, most have heard about this breathtaking. And once you’re there, you’ll find that the sights and stories live up ... More

In the heart of London’s posh South Kensington neighborhood, The Pelham Hotel is a welcoming and radiant escape from the bustling streets of the city. While the townhouse boasts a classically British exterior, the interior is adorned with Old Indian and Tibetan fabric wall hangings that are mixed ... More

While every room at the Brooklyn’s The William Vale includes specially commissioned postcards, you won’t need a memento to remember your experience at this architectural standout. True to the spirit of Williamsburg, you’ll find unexpected quirks around every corner, from sound-bath meditation to a 1974 Airstream serving ... More

As I approached Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a towering building came into view. The South African sun bounced from its 82 convex windows, 25 feet tall each, like massive diamonds of reflecting light. The 56 panels that made up each window formed a kaleidoscope of changing colors. As ... More

The plush Scottish Highlands are like something straight from a storybook or a postcard. The town of Tain in particular, with its rich history, scenic beauty, and drams of whisky at every turn, is the region’s crown jewel. Home to the Glenmorangie scotch distillery, the town offers plenty of non-alcoholic ... More