What a Five-star Hotel Rating Really Means—and How to Tell If It’s Worth the Price
From delicious room service to luxury linens, booking a five-star hotel conjures feelings of rest and relaxation. However, a five-star booking doesn’t...
This Small New England Town Is the Perfect Winter Getaway
As a lifelong New Englander, I feel fortunate to experience the beauty of all four seasons. While many dread the cold, long...
How to Do Venice Like ‘Emily in Paris’—and the Hidden Gems She Missed
When Emily Cooper finally arrives in Venice in the Emily in Paris Season 5 finale (“Veni, Vidi, Venezia”), she does it right:...
Nicole Richie Shares Her Carry-on Packing Formula and the Item She Always Brings to Avoid Airplane Germs
Nicole Richie can charm anyone—even someone she has just spilled meatballs on during a flight. “We somehow became best friends after, and...
The 5 Most Underrated Places in Brazil
When travelers think of Brazil, Rio’s Christ the Redeemer, Bahia’s beaches, and the Iguazú Falls usually come to mind. While these iconic...
Why Ski Experts Say Japan Is Asia’s Top Winter Destination
In October, the Japan Meteorological Agency released its long-range winter outlook—and it was music to skiers’ ears. The forecast predicted a “greater...
