As travelers became more invested in connecting to a destination, immersive opportunities to embrace an explicit sense of place have emerged – particularly within the culinary verticals. Indigenous cuisine is now on the rise, providing restaurants the opportunity to not only connect their diners to the land, but also to educate on a destination’s distinct culture.

In a country where nature has superseded its urban offerings, visits to New Zealand’s cities are usually quick and mandatory en route to a more remote part of the island. But Auckland – the country’s largest city – is beautiful and buzzing with potential as the harbor-city looks to welcome back the America’s Cup in 2021; boutique hotels are popping up and rooftop culture is taking off.

Stateside, we like to think of rosé as the summer wine that fuels our #roséallday fantasies. Yet, the pale pink wine of our summer days, has long been the drink of choice for southern France and Mediterranean beach-goers. And, for the most awarded cellar master in the world, Chef de Cave Régis Camus, rosé has long held a unique place on his production radar. “I created the first Rare Champagne rosé ever in 2007. The following year I took the liberty of creating a sequel. I didn’t decide it, nat

For the Western Hemisphere, August brings summer’s final heat wave. Temperatures sore, humidity sticks, and a pesky thought lingers in the muggy air; cooler days are coming. In Sweden, instead of mourning the idea of another lost summer, August and September are dedicated to celebrating its final days—all with the help of a fiery red crustacean—the crayfish.

We’re living in a world where bigger is no longer just better, it’s a necessity. The bigger the experience, the better the presentation, the more successful it’s going to be. And in Scottsdale, Ariz., restaurateurs, pastry chefs and bakeries are applying this to desserts.

As a frequent traveler, there’s nothing I dislike more than being referred to as a tourist. Yet as a frequent solo traveler, I tend to seek out opportunities to co-mingle with like-minded travelers, which typically means joining a group tour – and that is when the 'tourist' label is inevitably slapped on my face. It’s a catch-22 in the travel industry, so I was pleased to discover a company on my latest trip to Italy, Walks Tours, which manages to offer small group itineraries, based on adaptin

Bermuda is often mistaken for an island located near the Caribbean Islands when in fact, Bermuda boasts an identity all its own with rosy sands, aqua waters and pastel homes topped with white terraced roofs in the midst of the Atlantic Ocean. Less than two hours from most major east coast airports, Bermuda beckons you for a weekend retreat.

Located in the rural London borough of Richmond upon Thames, just steps from bucolic Richmond Park, Templeton House is an opulent monument to an earlier time. And now, the London landmark is available for rental.

Part of a cruise’s allure is the all-inclusive tab, especially at the bar. If you’re lucky enough to be on board a luxury liner, this temptation is heightened from the first glass of chilled Champagne handed to you as you embark, to the perfect wine pairings with your three-course dinner each night.

It’s not often that you’re granted more privacy on vacation than in your own home but COMO Parrot Cay proves otherwise. Tucked away just south of the Bahamas, and just north of the Dominican Republic, the Turks and Caicos is predominantly recognized by North Caicos and Providenciales. However, it’s on the 40 other islands and cays that comprise the British territory where you’ll discover utmost tranquility.

From Hermosa Beach's sporty side to Malibu's surf, Manhattan Beach's eateries and Santa Monica's infamous pier, you could devote weeks to exploring L.A.'s beach cities, but if you're pressed for time, you can still experience the best of L.A.'s beach culture in a weekend.

The travel industry may be in flux as society’s latest trends change before we are able to catch up, but for the past decade, wellbeing by way of diets, exercise programs, sleep education and lifestyle changes seemingly prove wellness is not so much a “fad” as it is here to stay.

It would be tough for any man-made structure to outshine the natural beauty of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley but Anthony von Mandl’s wineries somehow manage, with aesthetically pleasing modern designs that also facilitate the sustainable production of award-winning wines.

The car door closes behind me and I look up blurry eyed at the golden sign peeking out from a plant-clad living wall reading, The Athenaeum. Having done a little pre-trip research, I knew the hotel and residences were a modern addition to the Mayfair neighborhood of London, but this was a pleasant surprise.

How can you experience Hawaii's environmental bounty without damaging it or contributing to the dangers of over-tourism? Start with reef-safe sunscreen, and sign up for one of these terrific eco adventures while you're there.

To someone who's never cruised before, a 19-day itinerary, halfway around the world, could seem…well, intimidating. To this first-time cruiser, the idea was liberating. As a lifelong boater, I’ve always appreciated admiring land from the sea; sailing around Oceania aboard Silversea’s newest flagship, the Silver Muse, sounded like the ultimate voyage.

When was the last time you actually unplugged? We're talking grab a beach read, out-of-office reply turned on and phone off. For some, this may induce anxiety. For others, this is a rare luxury. But at COMO Parrot Cay, this is just the norm.

The long haul flight versus the body is a battle that’s difficult for the body to “win.” The hours of sitting, stale air and sodium-packed food in a pressurized cabin is a list that even I, as an experienced traveler, shudder at when re-reading. Luckily, I’ve grown accustomed to the long hauls, as with most areas of life, mastery comes with experience.

With a multitude of international cities in the midst of a creative renaissance, New Zealand’s largest city is no exception—and SO/ Auckland is at the heart of it. From musical happenings, a rooftop bar overlooking one of the most Insta-worthy sunsets dissolving into Waitemata Harbor and a design scheme that reflects its fashionable neighborhood of Britomart, SO/ Auckland is the city’s newest boutique property, offering 130 rooms for the savvy traveler.

W Hotels' first property in Jordan, standing tall amid the low-rises of downtown Amman, is a contemporary landmark in the Middle Eastern capital.