My picks in Travel

For perfect escapes or getaways close to home.

From charming boutique hotels, gorgeous resorts and intimate private villas to our cheat sheets on the best of the hottest destinations around the world, the Travel files are a vetted collection of my favorite finds with firsthand perspectives from The International Collective.

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The Home Ranch

Clark, Colorado, US

Jump into the saddle at this dude ranch in Colorado's Elk River Valley. For experienced horse-y types there are dedicated programs ...

  • Last Activity: 01/02/2009
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The Arrabelle at Vail Square, a European-inspired Luxury Ski ...

Lionshead, Vail, Colorado

Holding court over the newly revamped European-style mountain village development at the base of Colorado's Vail Mountain, the charming Arrabelle at Vail ...

  • Last Activity: 12/16/2008
 

Lumiere, a Chic & Intimate Boutique Hotel in Telluride

Mountain Village, Telluride, Colorado

Although known as an exclusive ski destination—in part because it's more difficult to get to—Telluride was still in need of a chic boutique hotel—or it ...

  • Last Activity: 12/16/2008
 

The IVY, a Hip Hotel and Nightlife Spot in Downtown San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, California

One of a crop of new hotels in downtown San Diego, the IVY is designed for people who don't like to sleep much—or at least those that prefer to stay up late. ...

  • Last Activity: 12/12/2008
 

EXPERT CONNECT: A 4x4 Adventure to Oman's Grand Canyon in the ...

An adventure safari into the mountains and desert of Oman

My five days in Oman were magical and filled with many vivid memories—climbing the dunes to take photos at sunrise, racing up the sand in a 4x4, visiting ...

  • Last Activity: 12/10/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: St. Barth's

Intimate hotels, fine dining, chic boutiques, water sports and more

It's no surprise that the Caribbean's sexiest and most fashionable island is a French one! Saint Barthélemy, aka St. Barth's, truly ...

  • Last Activity: 12/09/2008
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Eight Great Christmas Markets in the US and Europe

Festive street markets with lights, decorations, food and wine, gifts, entertainers and more

Christmas has a special sparkle at the world's best Christkindlmarkts. Here are eight of my favorite traditional yuletide picks ...

  • Last Activity: 12/09/2008
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Top Winter Festivals in the US, Canada and China

Spectacular ice sculptures, Christmas bazaars, colonial celebrations and more

It may be cold outside, but these beautiful Christmas and winter festivals are packed with extraordinary yuletide displays and fun-filled family activities ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
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BEWARE: The Chedi Muscat, a Beachfront Hotel & Spa in Oman

Al Khuwair, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

Don't Believe the Hype! Sometimes the gorgeous photos you see on Websites and in magazines are misleading, and many properties receive ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
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Villa La Vedetta, A Romantic Private Villa Hotel in Florence

Intimate hotel with views of the Duomo in Florence, Italy

In the classic, A Room with a View, when Helena Bonham Carter opens her hotel window and looks out at the Duomo in all its red-tiled glory, she could just as ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

Four Seasons Firenze, A Five-Star Hotel & Spa in the Heart of ...

A converted convent and palazzo with the only on-site spa in Florence, Italy

I love a hotel with a "wow" factor and the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze certainly delivers. Centrally located, overlooking the centuries ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

Gallery Hotel Art, A Hip and Sexy Boutique Hotel in Florence

A chic art hotel owned by the Ferragamos in Florence, Italy

You wouldn't think a shoemaker would make a great hotelier, but these are no ordinary heels ... or hotels! The iconic Salvatore ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

Villa La Massa, An Historic Country Retreat near Florence

Candeli, Florence, Italy

It can't be easy being the sister of Villa d'Este, one of the world's most famous hotels on the shores of Lake Como, but Villa La Massa more than holds its own ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

Desert Nights Camp, a Luxury Tented Camp Resort in the Wahiba ...

Al Wasil, Wahiba Sands Desert, Sultanate of Oman

Desert Nights Camp, a new, Bedouin style, luxury tented camp resort in the Wahiba Sands, is my top choice for staying in the desert when visiting Oman. ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

Fawsley Hall, A Cozy Retreat In The English Countryside

Daventry, Northamptonshire, England

Board games by the fire, long walks through the countryside and excellent food and wine—sounds like the ideal country weekend to me ... ...

  • Last Activity: 12/08/2008
 

BEWARE: Palais Rhoul & Spa, a riad hotel in Marrakech

La Palmeraie, Marrakech, Morocco

Don't Believe the Hype! Sometimes the gorgeous photos you see on Websites and in magazines are misleading, and many properties receive ...

  • Last Activity: 12/07/2008
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Hot Air Ballooning: A Magical Adventure and Perfect Gift

Once-in-a-lifetime balloon rides from Napa Valley to The Loire Valley

As I wrote recently on my blog, ballooning is one of those fabulous gifts and experiences that everyone should experience at least once. ...

  • Last Activity: 12/05/2008
 

La Ferme Ostalapia, A Quaint French Inn & Restaurant

Ahetze, Basque Country, France

Between St.-Jean-de-Luz and Biarritz sits an off-the-beaten path local gem, La Ferme Ostalapia. Once a stop for Pilgrims in the ...

  • Last Activity: 12/04/2008
 

Hidden Gem Museums in Los Angeles

Vintage cars, Greek and Roman antiquities, Holocaust, and more

You might think LA's arts and culture is confined to the Hollywood movie industry, but the city has an array of top museums, many of them tucked away in ...

  • Last Activity: 12/04/2008
 

Hotel Terra: A Hip, Eco-Friendly Ski Lodge in Jackson Hole

Teton Village, Wyoming

Hotel Terra takes "skiing green" to a new level. From 100% recycled roof shingles to reclaimed lumber in the lobby pillars, this ...

  • Last Activity: 12/04/2008
 

Eight Great Jazz Clubs in London

An array of unique venues to enjoy London's best jazz talents

From the glamorous Pigalle Club to late-night venues in quiet and secluded back-alley locations, London's fabulous jazz clubs never miss a beat when it comes ...

  • Last Activity: 12/04/2008
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The Resort at Paws Up, a Luxury Ranch in Montana

World-class saddle club, sleigh rides, fly fishing, dog sledding and more

This fabulous upscale wilderness retreat is one of my favorites at any time of year, but it really comes into its own when it's under a thick blanket of fresh ...

  • Last Activity: 12/03/2008
 

Winter Adventures in Vermont, Colorado, Canada and Beyond

Top skiing, heli-skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, ice fishing and more

Don't hide inside as the chill of winter sets in; this is a fabulous time to stay active in a sublime snow-covered setting. Here ...

  • Last Activity: 12/03/2008
 

The Inn at the Spanish Steps, A Romantic Boutique Hotel in Rome

Quiet, luxury hotel overlooking Rome's famed shops on Via Condotti

This isn't the most stylish or luxurious boutique hotel in Rome, but for size, location and value for money, The Inn at the Spanish Steps is hard to beat ...

  • Last Activity: 12/03/2008
 

Hotel de Russie, A Glamorous Garden Oasis in the Heart of Rome

Luxury five-star hotel with stunning terraced gardens in Rome, Italy

I've stayed here three times despite there being so many stylish properties in Rome, mostly because the location can't be beat. ...

  • Last Activity: 12/03/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: San Diego

Top Hotels, Golf Resorts, Restaurants, Shops & more in San Diego, California

Having lived in Los Angeles, I consider myself part "California Girl," and there's no better place to live the beach lifestyle than in sunny Southern California ...

  • Last Activity: 11/24/2008
 

Rome's Hidden Gem Museums

Extraordinary artifacts, unique exhibitions & historic gardens

Rome is living history, but if you search beyond the major monuments you'll find an array of much smaller museums with an extraordinary collection of art and ...

  • Last Activity: 11/21/2008
 

Hidden Gem Museums in Florence

Michelangelo masterpieces, designer shoes, ancient frescoes & more

Once you've toured the magnificent Duomo and Pitti Palace, wander down some of Florence's lesser known paths to find fascinating hidden gem museums featuring ...

  • Last Activity: 11/20/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Punta del Este

Top picks for hotels, beachfront restaurants, nightlife, horseback riding & more

Each December through February, the laid-back but very sexy Uruguayan beach resort of Punta del Este, dubbed the St. Tropez or the ...

  • Last Activity: 11/19/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Florence

Top picks for city & countryside hotels, restaurants & hidden gem museums

The capital of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance ... Florence never fails to wow me with its glorious architecture and art ...

  • Last Activity: 11/19/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Rome

Top picks for boutique hotels, restaurants, spas, beauty experts, and hidden gem museums

Rome is one of my favorite cities. Those super-chic Italians have perfected the art of la dolce vita, and nowhere is it more enjoyable ...

  • Last Activity: 11/19/2008
 

The House, a Hip Boutique Hotel on Barbados

Paynes Bay, St. James, Barbados

Check into the House Hotel in Barbados if you want a cool and stylish getaway without anyone else's kids running around and acting up—this sexy boutique ...

  • Last Activity: 11/18/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Los Angeles

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, salons, shops, museums & more

When I travel to the US, I frequently visit Los Angeles to spend time with close friends and sample the latest on the scene of this sunny metropolis. ...

  • Last Activity: 11/17/2008
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BEWARE: The Lugger Hotel in Cornwall, England

Portloe, Cornwall, England

Don't Believe the Hype! Sometimes the gorgeous photos you see on Websites and in magazines are misleading and many properties receive ...

  • Last Activity: 11/15/2008
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EXPERT CONNECT: Rent the perfect villa in the Caribbean

From romantic beachside hideaways to luxury family villas

I love staying in great hotels, but I also cherish the freedom, flexibility and privacy of renting a villa—especially in the Caribbean where a private ...

  • Last Activity: 11/14/2008
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BEWARE: El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa, a coastal hotel ...

Farjado, Puerto Rico

Don't Believe the Hype! Sometimes the gorgeous photos you see on Websites and in magazines are misleading and many properties receive ...

  • Last Activity: 11/14/2008
 

Hotel Taiwana, an Intimate, Beachfront Hotel on St. Barth's

Flammands Beach, St. Barth's, French West Indies

You won't find much written about Hotel Taiwana because its owners prefer to maintain its status as one of the most under-the-radar gems on St. Barth's. ...

  • Last Activity: 11/13/2008
 

Le Sereno, a Chic, Beachfront Hotel in St. Barth's

Grand Cul de Sac, St. Barth's, French West Indies

Surrounded by swaying palm trees and set on a pristine swath of the secluded Grand Cul de Sac beach in St. Barth's, Le Sereno is ...

  • Last Activity: 11/12/2008
 

Hotel La Banane, a Small, Low-Key Hideaway on St. Barth's

Baie de Lorient, St. Barth's, French West Indies

You're definitely in the tropics at La Banane in St. Barth's, a laid-back boutique hotel, essentially a villa with just 9 spacious ...

  • Last Activity: 11/12/2008
 

Hotel Guanahani & Spa, a Sophisticated Beachfront Resort in St. ...

Grand Cul de Sac, St. Barth's, French West Indies

The only place to have a complete resort experience on the little Caribbean island of St. Barth's is the sophisticated and family ...

  • Last Activity: 11/12/2008
 

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