The tallest buildings in the world have always been symbols of human ambition, engineering feats that reshape city skylines, and expressions of what’s possible in the built environment. These towers trace a geography of 21st-century striving, stretching from East Asia to the Gulf and North America. Advances in high-strength concrete, wind-resistant structural systems, and high-speed
Skip to main content Our favorite cheapest, nicest Parisian stays. Photo by Hervé Goluza For me, there's always been good reason to research some of the cheapest, nicest hotels in Paris. I’ve traveled all around the world with my husband, but he refuses to visit the French capital, despite its obvious allure. His complaint about
It's hard to believe I'm in Iraq. I’m floating in an infinity pool high up on Korek Mountain in the Kurdistan Region. A little more than 42 miles away through the haze is Iraq’s tri-point border with Turkey and Iran. The pool, along with a bowling alley, games arcade and wood-paneled bar, is part of
Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night bars, quirky subcultures, and neighborhoods that feel like completely different worlds. (I know because I’ve visited about 10 times already!) One of my favorite ways to explore Tokyo is by
Barbados’s vibrant mix of breathtaking beaches, Colonial-style architecture, botanical gardens, and characteristic Caribbean hospitality makes it a natural beacon for those seeking sun, sand, rum punch, and a warm island breeze. Despite a slim 21-mile radius, there’s a surprising number of excellent hotels here bringing historical charm, plush beds, and unrivalled sea views to restore
Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night bars, quirky subcultures, and neighborhoods that feel like completely different worlds. (I know because I’ve visited about 10 times already!) One of my favorite ways to explore Tokyo is by
Gifford House, the historic 33-room hotel in Provincetown on the tip of Massachusetts' Cape Cod, was purchased in 2023 by Steve Azar, a 44 year-old innkeeper with an infectious laugh and the look of a lumberjack who likes his martinis neat. Azar found the task of rehabbing the neglected Gifford unglamorous: resealing crumbling plaster walls
Often alluded to as the “Saint Tropez of the slopes,” and home to some of the best ski hotels in Europe, Courchevel’s groomed pistes call to the old money European folk who set alarms for fresh powder and trudge home through deep snow—skis over shoulders—for fireside backgammon. A few of these folks endure, devouring all
Though Berlin has its fair share of appealing hotels, sometimes you just want something a bit, well, homier. That’s where an Airbnb comes in. There are tons of wonderful rentals in this history-filled city, from studios perfect for solo travelers and couples to gigantic lofts with multiple bedrooms geared toward families. Berlin also has a
Skip to main content Our favorite sleepwear sets from Eberjey, Lunya, Quince, and more. Choosing the right pair of pajamas to pack on a trip can feel almost as essential as choosing the right destination, especially for travelers who understand that quality sleep is its own form of luxury. The best women’s pajamas go far
Every ski trip starts with a deceptively simple question: What do you really need to bring, and what’s smarter to rent? After years of traveling to ski mountains with friends, I’ve learned that the right ski and snowboarding gear strategy can really transform a trip. And with resorts updating rental fleets, shops offering seasonal packages
Whether you love it or hate it, the term “skillcation” is set to be the travel portmanteau you’ll be hearing a lot more of in 2026. Gone are the days of hedonistic excess on vacation; we’re all about bettering ourselves in the new year. According to Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report, 72% of travelers expressed a