Before private jets, the upper crust travelled by train. In the gilded age, wealthy passengers, royalty and politicians rode the rails in private cars appointed with observation platforms, full kitchens, dining rooms and staterooms. Their destination: even more opulent grand hotels and resorts. In the 19th century, Canada, with its familiar ... More

Until recently, L.A.’s Windsor Hills neighborhood, where writer and producer Prentice Penny grew up, was a well-manicured secret.  “The houses were built by the same architects that built Beverly Hills,” explains Penny. “The homes are huge, and it’s so central and close to everything, which is why I think more ... More

Phoenix has its desert city charms, but adjacent Scottsdale quietly thrums with creative energy, thanks to a compelling mix of historic sites and a thriving arts community. Scottsdale’s pedestrian-friendly downtown makes exploring the city a walkable adventure, with galleries, locavore-centric restaurants, shops, public art and events—most notably the More

I loaded my snowboard and took the sixth seat inside the Telluride Gondola. “Raise your right hand and repeat after me,” a guide instructed my fellow passengers and me. “I solemnly swear never to tell anyone how good things are in Telluride. I promise, instead, to tell others the food ... More

It’s nearly midnight, and I’m in an empty ballroom ... More

Today, Manhattanites know Montauk as a party-hardy depot offering good surf and plenty of rosé in the summer. But long before it was luring young, urban bros and babes to easternmost Long Island, Montauk was a sleepy enclave for iconoclastic artists and writers like Andy Warhol and Edward Albee. And ... More

The French Riviera is sprawling with dazzling coastlines, sun-soaked pebble beaches and charming cities nestled throughout it all. From Monaco to Cannes and Nice, there's a diverse range of atmospheres that maintain an air of sophistication. Savor fresh king crabs from Kamchatka at a waterfront bistro in Monaco, stroll along ... More

If you’re a skier or snowboarder who’s mostly been keeping to the Alps or the Rockies for your weekends in the mountains, consider switching things up on your next trip with a more exotic locale: Niseko. Quite simply put—it is powder paradise as one of the snowiest ski areas in ... More