Entering the swanky Virgin Hotel Chicago you are transported to another era. The retro décor, all accentuated with a pop of iconic Virgin-red coloring, is reminiscent of the 1950s but the level of sophistication and luxury is just out of this world. Located in downtown Chicago, ... More

The Peninsula New York, located in the heart of Midtown on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, embodies pure New York luxury. The Peninsula Spa is an award-winning rooftop oasis and the Sun Terrace offers captivating views of the Manhattan skyline, but for the quintessential Peninsula experience, you’ll ... More

Situated in Chicago’s revered financial district, the JW Marriott is a lavish escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. With a grand entrance featuring a breathtaking chandelier and endless marble floors, the hotel welcomes you as if you’re royalty. Guests enjoy stellar accommodations, a traditional Italian restaurant on-site ... More

If 1 Hotel--the wellness-driven hospitality brand currently shaking up the industry--has proven one thing, it’s that sustainability and luxury don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Now with three locations, including outposts in Manhattan and Brooklyn, the chain provides natural oases in some of the country’s most happening locales – and ... More

Unlike its landlocked counterpart Johannesburg, the coastal city of Durban – a popular weekend destination for “Joburg” residents – has escaped international attention. But with warm-water beaches and a bustling nightlife, the vibrant South African outpost won’t be a well-kept secret for long. Just beyond the city limits, in the ... More

Nestled in the town of Puebla–a burgeoning cultural hub and designated UNESCO World Heritage Site–sits the newly opened Rosewood Puebla luxury resort. Surrounded by the city’s traditional charm and centuries-old history, the hotel mirrors the spirit of Puebla perfectly. Rosewood Puebla was designed to complement the city’s colorful history and ... More

California’s coastline is full of hidden gems, but one beachside hamlet that deserves a stop on your next road trip is Rancho Santa Fe, a sleepy equestrian community in San Diego County where Bill and Melinda Gates keep an $18 million horse ranch. Down the road is Rancho ... More

Thanks to Santiago’s ever-expanding food and wine scene, the Chilean capital is a rising star in luxury tourism. And with the Atacama Desert to the north and Patagonia to the south, the city is the perfect jumping off point for an outdoorsy excursion. But before you set off on your ... More

Amid the fresh greenery of Manhattan’s iconic Flower District sits Hotel Hayden, the neighborhood’s first boutique hotel. Although it hasn’t been open for long, the property has garnered popularity for its buzzy rooftop bar, which features unparalleled views of the Freedom Tower and classic New York water towers, giving visitors ... More

“When the professionals from the Calder Foundation came to install the Calder art piece in the lobby, their jaws dropped as it was the first time they saw the black mobile installed against an all-white background,” recalls 11 Howard’s General Manager Anis Khoury. Our jaws dropped too, upon entering the ... More