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Janu, the new sister brand of Aman, will launch with three hotels which are already under construction: Montenegro (2022), Al Ula in Saudi Arabia (2022) and Tokyo (2022), as well as a robust pipeline of future hotels. The timeless yet contemporary design of each Janu hotel will be focused on space and light, giving an ambience

Since the beginning of time, humans have been making and consuming alcohol. Often viewed as a predominantly male industry, history shows that females are the true brewing powerhouses. Archaeology traces women in brewing back to 7000 BCE ,and their impact on the progression of the trade is unmistakable. Today, women are leading breweries and distilleries

Newport Beach Hotel. Photo courtesy of Four Sisters Inns Classic, artisan, modern. Find each style within the Four Sisters Inns collection of 16 extraordinary boutique inns and hotels located in California’s most spectacular destinations. For more than 40 years, Four Sisters Inns have invited guests to retreat, indulge, and relax in settings filled with comfort

Photo courtesy of Da Lat Rose These women are transforming the restaurant industry This diverse group of strong women are running some of the best restaurants in America, from Los Angeles to Boston.  And once you get to know them – and taste their food – you’ll see why they each have an impressive number

Photo, Fran Miller Pismo Beach, Central California’s quintessential beach town, offers a new reason to plan a visit to this quaint land of sand, surf, and sun. Vespera on Ocean, the newly opened Autograph Collection hotel by Marriott International, provides a stylish and upscale lodging option within the small, laid-back community.  Vespera is Pismo Beach’s first branded property, and

Photo courtesy of Travel Wisconsin You’ll wonder if you’re actually in California You would never expect doubly landlocked Wisconsin to be a haven for hanging ten, yet Sheboygan has been affectionately dubbed the “Malibu of the Midwest” by the surf crowd. Resting on the shores of Lake Michigan, the city of Sheboygan is the freshwater

Photo Credits: Viceroy Riviera Maya Located at the center of the property, the spa’s circular configuration echoes the holistic philosophy that guides WAYAK, the Spa at Viceroy Riviera Maya’s experience and inspires its marine and herbal treatments. The healing powers of the jungle come full-circle with Mayan-inspired treatment rooms overlooking waterfalls and providing the natural healing sound of water immersed in lush greenery and the

All Images Credit Crown Resorts Melbourne, Australia is the ideal destination to stay and play and offers the urban explorer a holiday filled with endless options from in this vibrant and pulsating city.  Those visiting Melbourne know that there is one adult playground beyond all others and without question, it is Crown Melbourne that reigns

The air changes when you arrive in the Russian River Valley. The region is enveloped by Northern California’s famous redwoods, where the Pacific sends ocean breezes into vineyard-covered valleys. And in the heart of it all is a vibrant LGBTQ community where the food and wine are as delightful as the natural scenery. Welcome to

There are more than 35,000 museums in the United States, according to a figure released by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. That means there’s twice as many museums in our country as there are Starbucks – a staggering figure. 10Best wanted to narrow down the field to the best museums in Canada and

Courtesy Auberge Collection One of Hawaii’s premier oceanfront resorts has reopened following a beautiful $200 million redesign, and its devotees couldn’t be more pleased. A favorite of celebrities and power players, the tropical Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows is now the tropical Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows is now the Mauna Lani, Auberge

A crisp breeze sweeps over Tuscany’s storybook-like Forcoli woods where occasional dapples of sunlight enhance the cozy autumn hues. The leaves rustle in the wind as the earth crunches beneath our feet, composing a rhythm that nearly drowns out Birba’s hurried pants. The playful black beagle sniffs then circles a seemingly nondescript spot on the

The Lowell Hotel Discerning travelers expect a lot from their vacations and will go to great lengths to choose hotels that offer bespoke service and exquisite accommodations. The global luxury travel market is expected to reach $1,614 billion by 2026. The emergence of new tourist destinations and an increase in standards of service providers in

The street food scene in Tokyo is often centered around train stations and major pedestrian areas. As such a fast-paced city, it’s an ideal place to eat on the go. Here are 10 of the best sweet and salty items to try, most of which will cost you less than 500 yen. Ikayaki (grilled squid)

Adventure Canada When making your travel plans for the coming year, why not consider a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Arctic and surrounding areas with an adventurous cruise? Ethical and sustainable adventure travel are gaining popularity among travel enthusiasts, empowering travelers to explore foreign lands with a newfound respect and understanding of indigenous populations and delicate

View from a Rome rooftop — Photo courtesy of iStock / manjik The soft fragrance of fresh herbs and garlic already filled the air as we climbed the stairs up to the roof. There, on a terrace four stories high in central Rome, our class would sip wine, sample cheeses and learn the art of

In the Yukon, many residents joke that few people come here intending to stay. Yet there seems to be a powerful pull – a magnetic force – in this northwestern Canadian territory, where something special swirls in the air. In this wide-open, unpopulated land, visitors find endless space to move, to adventure, to dream. And

Courtesy of Le Germain Charlevoix Hotel and Spa We awoke to a sea of white, the large flakes shimmering in the sun in the fields beyond our hotel room, a dazzling display of diamond-like sparkles. While 14 inches accumulated overnight, our cozy room at Le Germain Charlevoix Hotel & Spa was snug and altogether perfect.

Photo courtesy of Scott Josephson Get off the ship and explore There’s a certain magic in sailing to Scandinavia and Russia. Your Baltic Sea voyage aboard the luxurious Viking Jupiter, the newest member of the Viking fleet, brings you to eight intriguing countries over 15 days. The Viking Homelands itinerary gives cruisers a surreal opportunity

The San Francisco Presidio is the only park – and only national park – in the U.S. to win the prestigious Green Flag award — Photo courtesy of Presidio Trust In the middle of the urban paradise that is San Francisco, there’s an oasis of green that makes you feel like you’re far away from