DossierPortland, OregonModern, $$ (From $150)Walking through the lobby of Dossier in downtown Portland is like taking a big breath of fresh air. The plant-filled lounge invites travelers to decompress, relax, and settle into the laid-back lifestyle of the Pacific Northwest. Start the day with a soak in the urban hot springs at Portlands wellness center, Knot Springs (guests receive membership access during their stay), take the afternoon of

Stanford CourtSan Francisco, CAIconic, $$ (From $249)The iconic Stanford Court, in San Franciscos posh Nob Hill neighborhood, recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation (guest rooms, lobby, amenities), re-emerging as a destination for tech-savvy travelers. The 140-year-old building is no stranger to innovation; it originally served as the mansion for one of the renowned Big Four railroad tycoons who shaped the city during the 19th

Plenty of folks who come to Savannah never leave. And for good reason. Heres how to plan a perfect trip to the charming Southern city.SAVANNAH, Georgia – I’d move to Savannah, if only it wasn’t haunted. Hell, I still might. The storybook Southern town is just that pretty. I went for the opening of The Alida, the newest boutique hotel in town, and fell for Savannah’s historic houses, leafy squares (all 22 of them), and compact but excellent

Deep veins of American history — past and present — in 162 square miles of Montgomery, Alabama.MONTGOMERY, Alabama - Montgomery is a city that’s still learning how to tell its story, a shrewd turn of phrase dropped into casual conversation by Wade Preston, the founder and head roaster of Montgomery’s coolest new coffee shop.That coffee shop, Prevail Union, is tucked into an alleyway where the Montgomery Fair Department Store onc

Palihotel Culver CityCulver City, CATrendy, $$ (From $225) LA can be such a tease. One day you think youve got the city figured out: which high-traffic intersections to avoid, where to find the best taco shops and flea markets, who serves the latest spin on avocado toast. Until you realize you dont. Culver City, the five-square-mile neighborhood east of Santa Monica, may seem like a new kid on the block, with its onslaught of Inst

Award-winning photographer and filmmaker Robert Christian Malmberg travels for the new life experiences, memories, and adventures that he captures behind the lens. Recently, he took his dream trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast.So, what brought you to Italy?My then-fiancé (now wife) and I wanted to make the most of a ten-day break before getting hitched. We decided to explore Rome for a few days and unplug in the countryside and on the beaut

The Tuscan fantasy is alive and thriving at Monteverdi — with food, art, events, music, design, and scenery to inspire your Italian countryside dreams.TUSCANY – When I first heard about Monteverdi Tuscany, I didnt want to like it. A charming medieval borgo on a beautiful Tuscan hilltop Where Art, Culture, and Luxury Come to Stay. Ma che dici?! What are you talking about?The know-it-all in me was instantly skeptical. Was Monteverdi jus

Maison de la LuzNew Orleans, Louisiana$$$ (From $389)NEW ORLEANS - Something new in our favorite Southern city has caught our eye. What was once the ornate City Hall Annex building of 1908 is now Maison de la Luz, a boutique guesthouse from Atelier Ace (the team behind the Ace Hotel) at the edge of the burgeoning Warehouse District. A wellspring of easy elegance, glamour, and a bit of rebellion, the 67-room Southern sanc

Life House - South of FifthMiami, FloridaVibe, $ (from $149)Theres a quiet revolution happening in South Beach. Its mellowing out. Sure, you can still find a go-go scene if thats what youre into, but if youre drawn to the sunny shores of Florida and are a quieter sort, you will no longer feel out of sorts down here. Thats because a handful of boutique hotels — like the artsy Betsy and the super eco One Hotel South Beach — have l

Hôtel BienveueParis, FranceCharming, $ (from 100€)Whats in a name? In the case of Hôtel Bienveue in Paris, it says it all: Hotel welcome. One of hotelier Adrien Gloaguens Touriste hotels (along with Hôtel Beaurepaire and Hôtel Panache), the pretty hotel on a tiny, one-lane street in the bustling and trendy ninth arrondissement is both a destination and a haven — and a remarkably affordable charmer. (Save your euros to spend at nearby

Whether its your first time, youre a local, or just really really love cheesesteaks, theres always something new to explore in Americas most historic city. PHILADELPHIA — Seeing the City of Brotherly Love is easy, right? Visit Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, run up the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and pose with the Rocky statue, eat a cheesesteak, and hit a game to see Philly’s passionate fans up close. But to know

Hotel MaxSeattle, WashingtonHip, $ (From $109)Youthful and budget-friendly, Hotel Max is a Seattle destination for the modern traveler, where art, photography, and music meet trendy dining, playful amenities, and an unbeatable central location in the heart of downtown. Once the historic 1926 Vance Hotel, a city landmark for decades, the gleam of the neon-lit signage alerted travelers they were close to the city. Today, the rooftop sign shin

Covid-19 Update: The hotel is temporarily closed and will reopen on January 1. Theyre still taking reservations, with free cancellations until December 31. Here are their new health and safety protocols. Studio AllstonAllston, MAEccentric, $ (From $99)One wouldnt expect Allston, Bostons hippest neighborhood, to be right across the river from Cambridge, with its Harvard Ivy Leaguers, post-grad millennials, and middle-class families

Every winter, the capital of China’s northeastern province is home to the super impressive Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival. But thats just one reason to visit Harbin.HARBIN, China – Harbin, China should be at the top of everyone’s travel list. It is a city where different countries, cultures, and religions mix in a unique blend of architecture, food, and people. In Harbin you can find Chinese history, eat ice cream in b

To commemorate the 500th anniversary of his death, tributes and exhibitions honoring Leonardo da Vinci have been mounted around the world — most notably at The Met in NYC, The Queens Gallery at Buckingham Palace, and currently at the Louvre until February 24, 2020. But the Loire Valley, where he spent his final years, remains a treasure trove of Leonardos life and work. Rome correspondent and modern art aficionado Erica Firp

The Read HouseChattanooga, TennesseeClassic, $$ ($179)Neither flood, nor fire, nor bankruptcy, nor war, nor wrecking crew, nor ghost has put an end to the hospitality (173 years and counting) offered at the Old Crutchfield House, now The Read House, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. One of the most renown hostelries south of the Mason-Dixon Line (circa 1847), this place has catered to them all — from politicians to celebrities to mobsters, a

The GregoryNew York CityTailored, $ (from $109)Manhattan is a town that loves to reinvent itself. At the turn of the 20th century, the Fifth Avenue stretch near the Empire State Building was filled with fancy homes, grand department stores (RIP, B. Altman and Lord & Taylor), and hotels that served the well-to-do. Today, the neighborhood is once again becoming an area for stylish and accessible (read: not grossly overpriced) hotels — h

The Grafton on SunsetHollywood, CATrendy, $$ (From $179)While it may seem like Los Angeles has traded morning hangovers and one-night stands for juice cleanses and on-demand workouts, The Grafton on Sunset remains a night owls paradise, tucked above the neon-lit Sunset Strip of West Hollywood. Bordered by tall palm trees, the two-story boutique hotel mixes minimalist SoCal style with a rock n roll edge, and plenty of Hollywood views to spy

Harbor CourtSan Francisco, CA$ (From $139)Located in the heart of SoMa (South of Market Street), the San Fran neighborhood thats home to such tech giants as Salesforce, Google, and Facebook, Harbor Court is the hotel for next-gen Zuckerbergs. After a $10 million renovation, the boutique hotel has all the fixings a modern-day business hub requires, having traded its former dark lobby bar for apartment-style co-working spaces, bookable-by-the

Palihotel Westwood VillageWestwood Village, CATrendy, (From $185)And the Oscar goes to...The Palisociety hotel brand (run by Avi Brosh) is practically sweeping the awards for democratizing chic design in creative ways. Their latest outpost, a repurposed pied-à-terre that was once home to Westwoods first-ever hotel in 1939, Palihotel Westwood Village embodies a mix of Parisian eclecticism with of-the-moment design elements, including vintage