On a trip to Vienna, Jungles in Paris co-founder and editor Darrell Hartman produced a very short film (90 seconds, with a rousing soundtrack!) on the citys famous Ringstrasse, or Ring Road. Here he shares some thoughts on the Austrian capital and info on the scene.VIENNA – The Ringstrasse is the organizing roadway of Vienna, and its evident the moment you arrive. I dont think Ive ever been to a place where a single traffic artery

We spotted journalist and Copenhagen native Karen Sofie Egebo on Instagram and liked her photos so much we named her one of our 24 Best Travelers on Instagram. Read on to learn how a nomadic life inspires her and head over to Instagram for a #FathomTakeover from Copenhagen.Tell us a little about yourself.Im a 28-year-old journalist from Copenhagen. Although this is where I was born and where I currently live, Ive spent most of my life away

Were celebrating our favorite travel blogs and websites this week at Fathom, so it feels like the right time to add a new resource to the mix: Conrad Hotels recently launched their Conrad 1/3/5 program on stayinspired.com, a compendium of recommendations for one-, three-, and five-hour activities for guests for a dozen of their global hotels (and counting).And theyre really good! Options range from super indie and insidery to clas

InterContinental London Park Lane offers old-school charm with modern touches in the white-hot center of posh London. Welcome to slumming it with the upper crust.CHECKING INOverviewIntercontinental London Park Lane is one of the most established, old-school hotels in London. In 2015, it celebrated its 40th anniversary and introduced a range of new programs (like gluten-free high tea) to keep it ahead of the crowd. But it remains a prime peo

Fathom contributor and hotel critic Christina Ohly checks into a spectacularly grand boutique hotel in the heart of Paris.CHECKING INOverviewSet in an 18th-century building partly designated as a historical monument, Grand Hotel du Palais Royal Paris is a true gem in a city bursting with wonderful hotels. The chic boutique bolthole has all the advantages of a large, luxury hotel, but at just 68 rooms, is the only five-star of its kind in th

For a truly special occasion (youre in London!), check into tony digs at The Milestone hotel.CHECKING INOverviewTheres no shortage of well-appointed luxury hotels in London. Still, The Milestone, a flagship property of Red Carnation Hotels, stands out as one of the best. Thanks in large part to the hotels intimate size and prime location at the corner of Hyde Park, a visit feels more like a trip to a very tasteful and well-to-do friends hom

If you walked past this high-end hotel, you might mistake it for one of the surrounding haute boutiques. And you wouldnt be far off. Fathom contributor Christina Ohly checks into one of the poshest addresses in Knightsbridge, London.LONDON – Theres no place more special than London for celebrating a milestone birthday, a romantic anniversary, or a Power Ball payout. The historic city holds special charm for revelers: sublime scenery, cultur

In the royal London neighborhood of Kensington, pedestrians with poise can live (and drink) like nobility. At least, for the afternoon. Fathom contributor Victoria Lewis shares her favorite high-style haunts for doing just that.LONDON – When I think about an appropriate use for the beloved English adjective posh, describing the neighborhood of Kensington is it. What was initially a countryside retreat from hectic central London has became h

Fathoms Daniel Schwartz recently came back from his first trip to Israel (and no, it wasnt on Birthright) with five reasons to make a return pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Lo and behold, none of them have to do with religion.ISRAEL – If you couldnt tell by my last name, Im Jewish. After years of dodging suggestions that I sign up for Birthright, mostly from my father, a cantor and leader of a congregation in Jackson Heights, Queens, I finally

When we first met Ross Belfer on a noisy street corner in Tel Aviv, we could tell that he was tapped into the scene. The founder of international media agency Xhibition hooked us up with the citys hidden treasures (which we wrote about on Fathom), and had many more favorite spots to share.TEL AVIV – The micro-metropolis on the Mediterranean is all about The Now. Since moving to Tel Aviv four years ago, Ive witnessed a migration of the citys

The newest hotel on the block, Amastan Paris, finds the perfect balance between classic and modern — the luxury of a contemporary atmosphere in the old-school 8th arrondissement.CHECKING INOverviewThree years in the making, Amastan Paris boutique hotel opened its doors this week in the chi-chi 8th arrondissement a stones throw from the Champs-Élysées, bringing contemporary edge with a younger vibe and friendly service to the old-

Art museums filled with abstract paintings and Native American heapieces. Loungey restaurants serving eclectic cocktails and live jazz. Denver is more than meets the eye. Seasoned skier Jean Tang shows us what happens when the winter wonderland thaws for summer vacation.DENVER – Perpetually on layover to some ski town, I was prompted on a recent family trip to check out Denver in the summer. The city is sunny, young, hyper-energetic, and su

Fathom editor Berit Baugher spent a long weekend in Paris at 25 Place Dauphine, Paris Perfects beautiful new apartment rental residence located on an island in the Seine.CHECKING INOverviewI would be hard-pressed to identify a more central and charming location than Place Dauphine, the serene 17th-century royal square located on Île de la Cité, one of two remaining natural islands in the Seine. Nestled in the Parisian epicenter is 25 Place

Fathoms Daniel Schwartz recently toured Kyoto on foot in the winter. Heres how he stayed warm in the former Japanese capital.KYOTO, Japan – While winter isnt particularly cold in Kyoto (January highs hover around 45°F), its important to know how to stay warm between temple-hopping, shopping, and continuous bowing. Because walking and biking are the best ways to see the city, everyone, especially those with cold hands and runny noses, seeks

Whats new in Warsaw? We let Edoardo Parenti of Spotted by Locals, one of our 24 Best Travel Blogs and Websites, do the talking.WARSAW – Polands capital is busy, exciting, hectic, and developing at an unprecedented rate. Though the city is no stranger to constant turnover, war, and rapid changes of luck, its history has only added to its rich cultural heritage. In recent times, art galleries, cutting-edge boutiques, and gourmet restaurants h

DARA Artisans is one of our trusted resources for beautifully designed and responsibly handcrafted home goods around the world. On a buying trip in Tunisia, Leigh Millard, director of sourcing and artisan relations, unearths some of the countrys unique characteristics, handiwork, and hidden gems. Its a celebration of a culture and place at a time when news cycles often reduce the country to dispiriting headlines.  THE SCENEA true gem,

The selection of high-end vacation rentals in Paris is hard to beat. They have all the right (not cliché) design elements and come with a slew of perks. On a recent visit to the City of Lights, Fathom editor Berit Baugher took a closer look at the rental market and rounded-up her favorite Airbnb alternatives.PARIS – Two summers ago, I had the pleasure of staying in a beautiful old apartment in the Seventh Arrondissement. A friends friend ge

Whether you dream of being shacked up in a cozy space on the Seine or living the like royalty in the 8th arrondissement, rental agency Haven In has an apartment that fits the bill. Like Opéra in Palais-Royal, where Liza Foreman stayed as their guest.CHECKING INOverviewForget Airbnb: If youre looking for a seriously luxurious apartment with personal charm, look no further than Haven In. The online rental agency manages an impressive portfoli

Some hotels are ideal for sleep, some for escape, some for sneaky-sneaky. But heres a first for us: a hotel designed for creative pursuits. The Hospital Club in London may have originally been a place for healing and recovery, but nowadays its where great new projects come to life. Were inspired just reading about it.CHECKING INOverviewFounded in 2004 as a private members club for the creative community near Covent Garden in the center of L

When the mastermind restaurateurs behind some of Londons best and most stylish restaurants opened The Beaumont, their first hotel, they exceeded expectations. Fathom founder Pavia Rosati checked in and didnt want to leave.LONDON – What makes a traveler fall in love with a destination? Is it the people? The surroundings? The architecture? The history? The food? It depends on so many factors (the place in question, the context of the journey)