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Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa: A Kerry Weekend Done Right
Ballygarry Estate sits on over 150 acres outside Tralee, at the foot of the Slieve Mish Mountains. We spent a sunny Kerry weekend there: seaweed baths at Nadur Spa, dinner on the porch at The Brasserie, the estate by bike, and a drive around a good chunk of the Ring of Kerry.
1 day ago7 min read


Verdelago: A Family Week on the Quiet Side of the Algarve
Verdelago Resort townhouses Every summer we spend a good stretch of it in Europe, and over the years we have settled into a formula that keeps all four of us happy: pair somewhere calm with a city trip, and let each half do what it does best. This year, Verdelago Resort was the calm. It sits out on the quiet eastern edge of the Algarve, and since we are beach people before we are anything else, that was most of the appeal. What we had not expected was how much there is here f
7 days ago7 min read


The Duck at Marlfield House: Our Anniversary Table in County Wexford
The Duck at Marlfield House is the table we book before anything else in Ireland. Here is our anniversary lunch on the terrace: the garden-grown food, everything we ordered, and why we come back every summer.
Jul 94 min read


NOMAD Mykonos: A Few Nights on the Quiet Side of the Island
Mykonos has a reputation, and most of the time it earns it. Beach clubs, boat days, a level of noise that follows you from the water to the dinner table. We've been to the island more times than we can count, usually staying close to that scene. But Mykonos also has quieter corners, if you know to look for them. This trip we went looking, and found it at NOMAD, a 14-suite boutique hotel above Kalo Livadi beach, remote enough to breathe, close enough to still walk to a beach c
Jul 57 min read


JackieO' Beach Club, Mykonos: The Full Guide
The beach club that comes up before you've even landed in Mykonos. Here's what it's actually like, from the pool to the evening drag show, and what to know before you book.
Jul 44 min read


Hotel Luc, Berlin: The Boutique Hotel That Keeps Bringing Us Back
Some cities never lose their appeal, and Berlin is one of them. Every visit feels different, but one hotel always sits at the top of our list. Overlooking Gendarmenmarkt and walking distance from Brandenburg Gate and Museum Island, here is why Hotel Luc remains our first choice in Berlin Mitte.
Jun 234 min read


Where to stay in Dallas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Dallas is about to become the center of the football world. With nine FIFA World Cup matches taking place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, including a semifinal, North Texas will host more games than any other city during the tournament. Whether you want to walk to the stadium, spend your evenings in the middle of Dallas nightlife, or balance both, this is the guide to knowing where to book and why.
May 267 min read


A Foam Party at the Ritz? Summer at the Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas
We kicked off summer break with a weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas filled with pool days, sushi nights, cocktail classes, movie nights, and even a foam party. From Ritz Kids scavenger hunts to long dinners at Knife and Bar Juniper, the property somehow balances luxury resort energy with genuinely family-friendly experiences, making it one of the best summer staycations in Dallas.
May 204 min read


The 3 Countryside Stays in Ireland I Always Come Back To
A personal guide to the Irish countryside stays I recommend most. These are the properties that deliver the Ireland people picture when they plan a trip, from landscape and setting to atmosphere and experience, and the ones I still return to year after year.
Apr 14 min read


Fontainebleau Las Vegas: A Calm, Luxurious Escape on the Las Vegas Strip
During my stay at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, I experienced one of the newest and most stylish resorts on the Strip, blending classic Vegas glamour with a fresh, modern edge.
Mar 137 min read


How to spend 2 days in Dublin
Being from Ireland, I’m often asked about spending a quick pit stop in Dublin when it’s part of a wider European trip. Dublin is a great city. I studied at university there, still have a place in the city, and manage to get home every couple of months. Because of that, I’m always happy to share my take on how to spend 48 hours in Dublin without trying to squeeze everything in. I always recommend visiting Dublin at the end of a European trip. One major reason is that when yo
Jan 208 min read


A Festive Staycation at The Ritz Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas
There is something magical about getting into the Christmas spirit without ever leaving your own city. This year our family decided to do exactly that with a holiday staycation at The Ritz Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas.
Dec 9, 20256 min read


The Magic of Christmas Markets: From Europe to the U.S.
There is something timeless about Christmas markets, the twinkle of lights, the smell of roasted chestnuts, and the sound of carolers echoing through crisp winter air. Whether set against the backdrop of centuries-old European squares or recreated in cities across the United States, these festive gatherings capture the spirit of the season in a way few experiences can. Over the years, we have found that Christmas markets are about much more than shopping. They are about slowi
Oct 16, 20255 min read


A Perfect Greek Island Hideaway: Cocopalm Villas, Naxos
A Perfect Greek Island Hideaway: Cocopalm Villas, Naxos
Aug 18, 20255 min read


The Perfect Balearic Escape to Nobis Hotel Palma Mallorca
Our stay at the Nobis Hotel Palma, Mallorca.
Jul 28, 20255 min read


Modern Design by the Sea: This Is the SLS Barcelona
A look inside SLS Barcelona, where modern design meets the Mediterranean. We share highlights from our three-night stay.
Jul 17, 20253 min read


A Weekend in Monaco: Our Pre-Summer Escape Before Scott Joins the Fun
Weekend fun in Monaco.
Jul 16, 20255 min read


Explore Germany in 7 Days: Must-See Cities and Experiences
Explore Germany in 7 Days: Must-See Cities and Experiences
May 3, 202512 min read


21c Museum Hotel Chicago: Where Art and Hospitality Meet in the Heart of the City
21c Museum Hotel Chicago: Where Art and Hospitality Meet in the Heart of the City
May 1, 20255 min read


And back to the Waldorf Astoria in Riviera Maya for Spring Break
Waldorf Astoria Cancun remains one of our favorite properties in the Cancun region.
Apr 2, 20255 min read
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