"We’re not in the mindset of re-carpeting and putting some memorabilia on the walls; we thought it was very important to either present a product that was going to be brand new, or to not do it at all,” Hard Rock International chairman Jim Allen says of the new More

The turquoise waters and pristine beaches of the Bahamian Islands need no introduction, they clearly speak for themselves. But among the more popular destinations like Paradise Island and Nassau lies Eleuthera, situated on the North end of the main island, a low key, hidden gem. Dotted on the sandy beaches ... More

As if Sonoma as a whole weren’t scenic enough, there just so happens to be a little pocket of the country’s favorite wine destination that outshines its cohabitants in more ways than one. Healdsburg combines the charm of a small town, locally-sourced food and drink around every corner, and of ... More

Nestled among the pristine waters and palm tree lined beaches of the Dominican Republic, Tortuga Bay is comprised of thirteen private villas designed exclusively by the late Oscar de la Renta. The boutique hotel, which recently underwent a four-month long renovation led by Markham Roberts, provides ... More

Home to floral paradise (namely in the springtime when the annual Petal to Plate culinary-centric flower festival takes place), Carlsbad is arguably one of California’s most scenic waterfront locales in its perennial state of bloom. With stunning sights around every corner and award-winning bars and restaurants on ... More

Upon entering the super chic Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel in downtown Boston, you feel instantly cooler. From the eclectic wall art (think: Boston Terriers) to the neon "Pick Your Poison" sign in the lobby directing you to mint cucumber iced tea or fresh cucumber water, the lobby ... More

Snuggled along the northwest coast of Colombia, the colorful city of Cartagena is a bona fide hotspot for travelers. With its laid-back energy and vivacious nightlife, this historic city offers the perfect weekend escape. Lined with brightly colored buildings boasting picturesque balconies and colonial doors, the old city’s cobbled streets ... More

Opulent and glamorous, The Franklin-Starhotels Collezione hotel offers a refined modern luxury experience. Decorated with a mix of textures and materials such as rich velvets and polished mirrors, the hotel is sophisticated and worldly. Located on a particularly scenic street in Knightsbridge, The Franklin is steps from ... More

Though counted among France’s many legendary grape-producing regions, Cognac is often overshadowed by its wine-specific cousins...but for those in the know, it’s an essential historic gem just a train ride away from the country’s capital. Yet, no trip to Cognac would be complete without a quick jaunt in Paris, of ... More