When Sir Richard Branson came to Kenya in 2003, hoping to create a place for others to come and see the wonders of the continent he loves so famously, he knew he needed someone who really had a lay of the land. Leena Gehlot’s family has been involved in the luxury safari industry ... More

The Chatwal New York, a Luxury Collection Hotel is a true haven in Manhattan’s bustling Midtown area. Its rooms and suites are elegantly appointed with Art Deco-style décor and furnishings, and the amenities are unmatched. Butler service, a chauffeured car and an indoor pool are just the beginning. Guests ... More

Hotel Max might be an art-filled boutique hotel situated in the heart of Downtown Seattle, but that isn’t all. The exquisitely appointed hotel is also a hub for the city’s artistic community, and it pays homage to Seattle’s status as one of America’s most musical cities with an entire ... More

There’s a reason why Winston Churchill once referred to La Mamounia as “the most lovely spot in the whole world.” The historic property—located a stone’s throw from the bustling souk and medina—is a tranquil oasis in the heart of Marrakech. La Mamounia is exquisite in every sense: from the verdant, ... More

Whether you’re strolling along the Seine or dining al fresco at a nearby cafe, there are plenty of amazing vantage points to enjoy the Eiffel Tower in Paris. But one location in particular unquestionably trumps all the others: the view from a suite at the Shangri-La Paris. ... More

Being well traveled doesn't necessarily equate to being well-mannered—just ask David Morgan-Hewitt, the managing director of London’s famed The Goring hotel, a property that’s hosted everyone from Kate Moss to Kate Middleton. In his 24-year tenure at the swanky Belgravia district enclave, Morgan-Hewitt has become something of an expert on ... More

With shows like Downton Abbey and Game of Thrones becoming more popular each season, it's no surprise that many of us often dream of walking the endless halls of palaces fit for a king and queen. And while you can’t buy a title, you can buy the royal treatment—temporarily. From ornate Indian palaces to ... More

The nonprofit Omega Institute, two hours north of Manhattan in Rhinebeck, New York, bills itself as a "university of life," offering instruction in everything from yoga and meditation to tantric sex and flying trapeze. Twenty-three thousand people come to the bucolic 200-acre campus each year and enter an ... More

Ritz Kids at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho MirageNever hear the dreaded “I’m bored!” again when you’re staying at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage. The Ritz Kids program provides supervised activities for children ages 5-12 every day but Sundays. Parents can choose between a full day (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or ... More