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Amy FronczkiewiczIf you are looking for a last-minute getaway at a surf lodge-inspired cottage, boy, do we have the perfect escape for you. Cozy, cute and conveniently located, the adults-only, luxurious retreat known as The Wanderer can be found just steps from Kennebunk’s popular beaches and oceanfront dining. The beautiful property opened earlier this summer with 17 adorable studio and one-bedroom standalone cottages designed for adults to “escape their stress and responsibilities,” as the website notes. Amy FronczkiewiczThere are pet friendly studio cottages available for dogs under 60 pounds as well so you don’t have to leave your favorite four-legged…

From JustLuxe Content Partner MensGear The ongoing situation between Russia and Ukraine is heartbreaking and unfortunate for the innocent people that are caught up in all this and we hope the conflict ends soon. If not for the current state of affairs, there are awesome architectural attractions to visit like the Enjoy in Silence Chalet by Loft Buro. Located in the countryside of Kyiv, this meditation cabin encourages relaxation in the middle of nature. The design studio positions it perfectly with a lush sea of trees and vegetation surrounding its perimeter. There are also vistas visible via the sliding windows…

Conrad Nashville - Photo by Jill WeinleinWhether you are interested in music, art, history, culture, food and drinks, Nashville offers something for everyone looking to getaway. Flying into Nashville International Airport, the action in the city is about 8 miles away. Nashville offers an array of distinctive neighborhoods, from the trendy and upscale Gulch, to the historic Germantown, and Music Row where the heart of music continues to celebrate recording sensations. In the Midtown neighborhood, the new Conrad Nashville is about a mile from the prestigious Vanderbilt University.   Designed by Champalimaud Design, Conrad Nashville offers a modern design with an…

(credit: Conservatorium Hotel)Luxury, grandeur, and an artistic masterpiece are the immediate feeling when entering the Conservatorium Hotel, Amsterdam. Evoking glamour and elegance for sophisticated traveler, Conservatorium combines a landmark heritage building with a graceful, contemporary design. The magnificent building lies in the heart of Amsterdam’s Museum Square, a very short walk to the Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum Museum (National Museum of Netherlands) Stedelijk Museum (modern and contemporary art) and Concertgebouw (among the finest concert halls in the world). It is also a block away from a street lined with many beautiful designer shops found in Paris, London and Beverly Hills.…

Rancho PescaderoRancho Pescadero began as one woman’s dream almost three decades ago. In the mid 1990's, Lisa Harper camped for one year on a secluded beach near the farm and artist community in Todos Santos. Located about one hour north of Cabo San Lucas on the Pacific Coast, Harper took a one year break as CEO for companies Gymboree, Hot Topic and Torrid.  Living in a tent, she walked two-miles along the empty beach and read a book daily. She fondly remembers the people, wildlife and great surf in this laidback community promoted a sense of wellbeing. When she decided to purchase…

Columbia HillenInspired by famous muse of Belle Époque era Paris-ballet dancer Cleo de Merode, considered the first celebrity icon and nicknamed ‘pretty little narcissus,’ Le Narcisse Blanc Hotel & Spa is a mere five-minute stroll from the Seine at Pont de Invalides and Quai d’Orsay. Columbia HillenFrom there, city sights such as the exhibition centre of the Grand and Petit Palais, the Museum of Modern Art and the Fluctuart boat bar, bookstore and gallery are within an easy walk.  Even the Eiffel Tower and Musee d’Orsay are less than two kilometers away. As for nearby restaurants, simply wander over to nearby…

With just three months left of the year, there is no better time than now to start thinking about how you will ring in 2023, and Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection is set to be home to the most spectacular Near Year’s Eve party. The contemporary oceanfront resort is nestled along a protected cove on the most desirable beach in Los Cabos with swimmable waters and pristine coral reefs. It is a free-spirited contemporary playground with an open-air aesthetic that blurs the line between indoor and outdoor living and unobstructed views of sunrise.   Embracing the romance of open-air,…

The Ritz Carlton, Half Moon BayAs the San Francisco Bay area’s only oceanfront resort, The Ritz Carlton, Half Moon Bay offers a change of scenery. Guests feel as if they have entered a grand Scottish estate perched on an ocean bluff. The refined and elegant interior inspires guests to relax and enjoy a pampering Fall getaway experience. During the fall and winter months, the coast side is known for its dramatic crashing waves and magnificent grey whale sightings traveling from Alaska to Baja California. Originally named 'Spanishtown' until 1874 when it officially became Half Moon Bay for its beautiful crescent-shaped…

Photo Credits: Linda FastesonThe Federal recently opened in Brunswick, Maine on the storied site of the former The Daniel and Captain Daniel Stone Inn, which was originally built in 1810. Its design masterfully expands and fuses the classic New England landmark with cosmopolitan style. Crisp white, cream and neutrals throughout combine with traditional appointments in the thirty guest rooms in keeping with the character of the site.  Its destination restaurant, 555 north, is the icing on the cake--make that the Carrot and Parsnip Cake with mascarpone, ginger and caramel. Like The Federal, it adds a contemporary flair to New England…

Astra Hotel Seattle's ALTITUDE Sky Lounge® Photo by Fran MillerSeattle’s newest hospitality option is more than merely a place to rest one’s weary head while visiting the Emerald City. The Astra Hotel Seattle, part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, is located in the techy South Lake Union neighborhood, home to Google and Amazon campuses. It’s also a mere ten minute walk from Climate Pledge Arena, home of the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, the league’s newest franchise, of which its eye-catching sea monster “S” logo sent fans worldwide into a merchandise sales fervor before players even skated onto the ice last fall.  Photo courtesy of…