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Some Thoughts on Solo Travel: How a Surf Trip to Swell in the Dominican Republic Changed My Life
In 2014, I had two unexpected weeks off, no plan, and a stranger at a New York bar who told me to look up a surf camp in the Dominican Republic. Ten minutes of Googling later, I booked a solo trip to Swell Surf Camp in Cabarete. What followed was surf lessons, new friends, epic breakfasts and meeting the man who would become my husband.
How to Choose Your February or April Break 2026 Destination Without Overthinking It (Even Though You Absolutely Will)
You've officially unlocked the hardest travel puzzle of the year. If you're 42 tabs deep trying to pick a school break destination, take a deep breath. Here's how to narrow it down without losing your mind.
A Real-Life 7-Day Luxury Itinerary for Amsterdam.
Amsterdam is secretly one of Europe’s best family destinations: flat, fun, and full of pancakes. This 7-day Amsterdam with kids itinerary blends museums, bike rides, and canals with optional day trips across the Netherlands, from tulips to fairytales to Vermeer.
White Lotus in France? Luxury Ski Guide to Megève & Alps
The announcement that Season 4 of The White Lotus will take place in France is the best kind of news. And if you ask me, the French Alps are the only backdrop dramatic enough to handle it. Megève, Courchevel, Val d’Isère, Chamonix, Val Thorens, Méribel — each ski resort offers its own version of glamour, from Rothschild chalets to après-ski that lasts longer than the skiing itself. Here’s where to ski in France in 2025, and the hotels that make the trip unforgettable.
Pulitzer Amsterdam Review: A Family-Friendly Luxury Hotel in the Nine Streets
Amsterdam already feels like a postcard, but the Pulitzer makes it even better. Stitched together from 25 canal houses, this hotel is cozy, stylish, and surprisingly family-friendly. From scavenger hunts and a hidden courtyard to a private canal boat and the kind of breakfast you dream about, here are five reasons we fell in love with the Pulitzer Amsterdam.
Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman vs Kimpton Seafire: Honest Luxury Resort Review (Updated for 2026)
I’ve stayed at both the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman and the Kimpton Seafire, and while both are technically luxury resorts, the experiences are very different. The Seafire is modern, stylish, and lively, with a great beachfront taco bar and a social atmosphere. The Ritz-Carlton, on the other hand, is seamless and indulgent, with flawless service, a legendary breakfast, and the Ambassadors of the Environment program that turns kids into mini marine biologists. Both sit on Seven Mile Beach within walking distance of excellent restaurants, but if you want the kind of vacation that feels effortless, the Ritz is in another league. And if you can afford to level up, Palm Heights is the next chapter—but that’s another blog post.
Zermatt for the Holidays: Luxury Hotels and Matterhorn Christmas
Looking for the ultimate white Christmas? Zermatt delivers. It will snow. The sun will come out. And it will not be too cold. With world-class skiing, car-free streets, and hotels that know how to do cozy and glamorous at the same time, Zermatt is one of the most snow-sure holiday destinations in the Alps. From romantic escapes at The Omnia to family suites at Hotel Firefly, it is the rare ski town where everyone, even non-skiers, wins.
Martinhal Sagres Review: The Best Luxury Resort in the Algarve for Babies and Toddlers?
At the very tip of Portugal, Sagres feels like the edge of the earth. We stayed at Martinhal Sagres, a family resort with calm beaches, bright blue Atlantic mornings, and endless play spaces for kids. From swim and tennis lessons to bouncy houses and playgrounds, it is magical for young families. And when you need a taste of town, Sagres delivers with surf cafés, pizza spots, and sunsets that truly feel like the end of the world.
Netherlands Summer Travel: Heatwave Survival Guide and Dutch Culture
The other night at dinner, I asked our friends if the restaurant had air conditioning inside. They said, “Yes, I think so,” and then… nothing. No follow-up. No, “Would you like to sit there instead?” Just a polite pause, as if the question had been answered and we could all move on. And that was that. We sat outside in the heatwave, while the inside air-conditioned part remained completely empty.