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The 13 Most Exciting Hotel Openings in the U.S. and Europe for 2021

When planning your next trip, don’t miss these exciting openings from New York and Boston to Italy and Montenegro, slated to open throughout 2021.

January 27, 2021 09:01 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Islands

For the Love of Rum and Sand: A Return to Turks and Caicos

After a two-year hiatus, a writer makes her way back to the serene Caribbean for sun, sand, and of course, rum.

March 21, 2022 11:43 AM

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Kristin Braswell

River Cruises

Europe’s Most Decked-Out New River Cruise Ship Sets Sail

AmaWaterways’ super-sized Danube vessel just launched and the first images reveal this could be a whole new way to river cruise.

May 10, 2019 04:40 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

Behind the Scenes at the Award-Winning Spa at Pebble Beach

Lara Davidson, the director of the Spa at Pebble Beach, explains how the award-winning spa helps guests in their pursuit of wellness

Sponsored by Pebble Beach Resorts

Food + Drink

Egg Tarts in Lisbon, Iberian Pork in Évora: Eat These 14 Dishes on Your Next Trip to Portugal

For vegetarians, pescetarians, and carnivores, this is what to eat in Portugal and where to find it.

June 5, 2026 01:59 AM

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Kevin Raub

Cities We Love

How to Visit Austin From Home for a Day

Breakfast tacos, margaritas, and killer concerts? Yes, you can get those in your living room. You can even create your own little Barton Springs too.

June 8, 2020 08:10 PM

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Maggie Fuller

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Hotels We Love

The Most Stylish London Hotels for Under $300 a Night

London may be one of the world’s most expensive cities, but these 13 hotels prove you don’t need a luxury-hotel budget to stay somewhere stylish.

June 2, 2026 02:15 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Art + Architecture

Why You Need to Visit Seattle to Experience Glass Art

The heart of America’s studio glass community—and home to Dale Chihuly, a pioneer of the studio glass movement—finally has a festival to celebrate it.

October 18, 2019 03:22 PM

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Allison Williams

Tips + News

The True Value of Luxury Travel Is Higher Than We Think

ILTM lends support to luxury travel ecosystem and travel advisors

April 28, 2020 12:02 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Art + Architecture

How a New Generation of Creatives Is Transforming Prague

World-traveling Czech entrepreneurs are filling the capital city with stylish fashion, art, and design spaces.

January 30, 2018 05:25 PM

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Joann Plockova

Hotels

La Vie en Hôtel: Find Your Dream French Getaway

Ski-in chalet in the French Alps? Check. Designer’s dream in Paris? Check. Glam resort in Saint-Tropez? Check! When it comes to boutique hotels in France, there’s something for everyone.

March 10, 2022 09:45 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Expedition Cruises

Discover Palatial Glaciers and Exotic Wildlife in Spitsbergen

Sponsored by Quark Expeditions

A wooden building surrounded by trees covered in snow and Christmas lights, with a mountain in the background.

Winter Sports

These 7 U.S. Ski Towns Have Schnitzel, Spätzle, and Plenty of European Charm

You’ll be treated to Swiss chalets, fondue, and dramatic, big powder runs at these historic resorts.

January 16, 2026 03:00 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Hotels

A New Hotel From the Team Behind Ace Is Coming to New Orleans

The Ace Hotel Group just announced plans to open Maison de la Luz in New Orleans as part of its new luxury spin-off brand.

July 18, 2018 06:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Vanguard

Vanguard 2017: Pam Codispoti, President of Chase Branded Cards

The Chase executive launched a game-changing credit card for a new generation of experience-hungry travelers.

September 26, 2017 08:00 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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