When it comes to Italy, fairytale villages, sweeping landscapes, picturesque beaches, world-class cultural capitals, and incredibly soul-satisfying food are, for lack of a better term, almost a dime a dozen. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a dud of a time if you planned your next Italy trip by throwing a dart at a map of the country. But how do you decide where to go? Let’s break it down. Amalfi CoastWhat’s to Love: One of the most

In the 21st century, Romans are debating whether the Eternal City is stuck in the past, overly rooted in its traditional styles and values, or is a modern metropolis changing at a clip, as seen in inventive cafes, restaurants, and bars that appeal to young creatives. Its both, and this is what awaits when you skip the centro storico to explore the city’s cool, contemporary side.ROME – The first time I went to Rome on my own, as a teenager

We’ve got our eye on this North Williamsburg newcomer, an off-beat design hotel with a community-minded ethos that will appeal to tastemakers from Brooklyn and beyond. The Hoxton — quirky, chic, stay-a-week-past-check-out cool — has belonged to intrepid trendsetters across the pond for the last decade, and frankly we here in North America have waited long enough for a Hoxton of our very own. In the boho neighborhoods of London,

Thompson SeattleSeattle, Washington Trendy, $$ (from $179)Some hotels deliver on design; others on location, attention to detail, or lively social scene. Thompson Seattle, the style-forward hotel group’s first foray into the Pacific Northwest, makes no compromises. The design, in typical Thompson form, is luxurious yet decidedly local, a reflection of Seattle’s urban-meets-nature charm. The location is unrivaled, perched above Pike Place Ma

Perus truly magical landscape, as seen through the lens of travel photographer Tanveer Badal. SACRED VALLEY, Peru - Before arriving in Peru I didn’t know much about the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Of course, I had heard of — and daydreamed about — visiting places like Machu Picchu, the Peruvian Amazon, Cusco, and Lima, but the Sacred Valley was a vague and mysterious place on the map for me. As we drove from Cusco Airport t

Were back from Bermuda, and if theres one thing we took away from our trip, its that this postcard-perfect Atlantic isle is way more than nice golf courses and fancy yachts. The food is fantastic. The culture is a marvelous melting pot. The people couldnt be friendlier. And the pink sand beaches are some of the prettiest (and most discrete) in the world. The best part: Bermuda never really gets too crowded, so youll likely have that sh

Mountain Dale may be the coolest and weirdest and newest town in the Catskills. Meet the people behind the revitalization project.CATSKILL MOUNTAINS, New York – Ask anyone if they’ve heard of Mountain Dale and most would swear you were referencing an angsty teenage Netflix drama. Very few know about the sleepy hamlet, part of Fallsburg in Sullivan County, and to no fault at all. Until recently, it was a mere smattering of empty storefronts

Its time to reconsider the city you thought you knew for the splashy debuts and cultural highlights that could easily fill a weekend.HOUSTON, Texas — The sun is back out in Houston. In fact, it’s hard to believe that just over a year ago, Hurricane Harvey’s destructive path ripped through the city, as it now seems more vibrant than ever. I’ve been visiting H-Town to see my sister and her family for more than a decade and in many ways

Presented in collaboration with our partners at Bermuda Tourism Authority.BERMUDA – Let’s get this out of the way: Bermuda is a beauty of a gem. The pink sand beaches are pristine. The turquoise-blue waters are as luminous as they get. And the candy-colored houses, many of them well-preserved emblems of a fascinating past, are even cuter in person. But if you think Bermuda is only worth visiting during the high season, when the sun burns br

[Editors update: Eleven Madison Park Winter House is finished, but everything else in this article is still excellent.]When you need a break from the slopes, these new-to-Aspen offerings will keep you more than occupied. ASPEN, Colorado – My first trip to Aspen reads like something out of a sultans winter vacation playbook. I was invited for the opening of the much-anticipated Eleven Madison Park Winter House, a partnership with A

Long layover in Reykjavík? Make the most of it with an insider’s guide to the city — sweet treats, spectacular views, and all. REYKJAVÍK – Icelandair is known for its free stopovers in Iceland (up to seven nights) for transatlantic flights, so you’re bound to find yourself in the capital city Reykjavík on a whim and without much of a plan. You’ll be among 60 percent of the country’s entire population when you do, and you can prep

A 1940s landmark hotel on top of the citys most iconic strip club turns its lights back on — and its livelier and sexier than ever. Local Fathom contributor Kelsey Burrow shares her insiders guide to the best day ever in Hotlanta with the Hotel Clermont as home base.ATLANTA, Georgia — I write this from the lobby of Hotel Clermont on a dreary Sunday, the day after Atlanta United won the city’s first sports championship since

It seems like every New Yorker is looking for a weekend that involves nature, culture, design, history, good food, and a manageable driving distance. Sounds like a tall order, but it can all be found on the New York-Connecticut border.NEW ENGLAND — In the mind’s eye, a weekend escape to New England should involve changing foliage, forested mountains, Colonial architecture, and starched, button-down shirts. Activities should include si

If your ideal winter-escape getaway includes a mix of sauna-to-beach days mixed with hole-in-the-wall local mezcal tasting nights, its time to rediscover Cancún. CANCÚN, Mexico — Cancún may have a reputation as an overrun spring break spot, but the numbers don’t quite support that. Of the five million visitors to the Mexican coastal town each year, less than one percent go for spring break. In fact, Cancun is fast becoming a magn

NEW ORLEANS - You’ve put on a wig, thrown back a few Hurricanes, indulged in a hot plate of beignets, and joined an impromptu parade. Now what? You may think you’ve seen all New Orleans has to offer, but you’ve only scratched the surface. Dont forget the serious cultural institutions, trendy marketplaces, avant-garde performances spaces, and all manner of kitsch. Here are ten things to see and do on your next trip to the Big Easy.1. Nationa

The Old 77 Hotel & ChandleryNew Orleans, LouisianaCozy, $$ (from $127)Once upon a time, the building housed a coffee warehouse that served the bustling and thirsty port of New Orleans. Today, The Old 77 Hotel & Chandlery welcomes a new breed of wayfarer looking for a hip place to stay in the bustling Arts District. And its ticking all the boxes that modern travelers want: The floor plan is raw and open. The chandlery (a old term for general

We met Kathy Sirvio, a senior design manager at Chevrolet, on a road trip to Round Top, Texas, and were impressed by the way she thinks about the impact on design on travel and by what a passionate traveler she is. As part of our Great Women in Travel series, she shared her story about designing interiors for General Motors and about the time she spends on the road for work and pleasure.Tell us about your work and role on the Chevrolet team

There are seasoned hoteliers, and then there are hoteliers like Kelly Sawdon, chief brand officer and partner at Ace Hotel Group, whose work over the last few decades has literally shaped the face of the modern boutique hotel. (In other words, shes one of our featured Women Who Go the Distance.) We caught up with her to talk travel, design, and how, through her ever-expanding portfolio of hotels — including new properties in New York

Shinola HotelDetroit, MichiganModern, $$DETROIT – Since opening shop in Detroit in 2011, Shinola has practically paralleled the rebirth of the once down-and-out industrial city. They started their business making American-born watches and in the last decade have expanded their offerings to include beautiful bikes, premium leather goods, and luggage. But theyve just seriously upped the ante on the lifestyle game by opening a luxurious boutiq

Chicagos Loop is more than just Millennium Park. Fathom contributor Becky Cheang makes a case for spending an action-packed day downtown.CHICAGO – The best time to visit Chicago is on either end of the summer festivities when school is in session, the sun is shining, the temperatures aren’t too oppressive, and there’s space to breathe in downtown Chicago. The next time you’re passing through the Windy City, consider setting aside a full day