The name “Atlantis” conjures an image of a towering, coral-colored, casino-style resort, surrounded by white sand beaches and turquoise waters. It’s become synonymous with The Bahamas’ Paradise Island, offering guests all kinds of over-the-top experiences, from dolphin snorkels and water slides to private cabanas and nightclub events. Whether you’re booking a warm-weather winter getaway or…
When I meet Patrick Lee, director of art behemoth Frieze Seoul, the first café he proposes we try has vanished, its façade demolished. “This café was just here,” he says, disoriented but not at all surprised. “It was here the last time I was on this street. You see, this is what happens in Seoul.”…
3453 Hampton Ave, Lindenwood Park, St. Louis, MO 63139 Chef-owner Steven Pursley’s commitment to house-made noodles scratches the surface of his approach to Menya Rui, a low-profile concept that invites you into the sensory experience and steady pace of the shops in Japan where he spent three years honing his craft. Wait your way to…
The chicest shoes Wearing stilettos in cobbled Lisbon can be particularly tricky. In 2018, spotting a need for elegant flats, entrepreneur Fátima Carvalho founded Lachoix around the idea of smart, practical loafers. Just three years later, she opened a stand-alone shop on Pátio do Tijolo, with lines of flat sandals, Mary Janes, ballerinas, and myriad…
The Transportation Security Administration is cutting the cost of TSA PreCheck for younger travelers in a new limited-time promotion timed to the start of the summer travel rush. Through May 31, first-time applicants age 30 and under can receive $20 off a new five-year TSA PreCheck membership, lowering the enrollment cost to as little as…
The confluence of nature and art—make that the arts—has long had a profound hold on Maine. Its pristine forests, mountains, waters, and fields have inspired many a soaring opus—and one of the state’s true glories is that both its nature and the masterpieces connected to it can be appreciated simultaneously. That said, while the hoards…
Set along Maui’s rugged northwestern coastline, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, blends luxury with a deep commitment to Hawaiian culture. Ideal for groups, active travelers, and foodies, the resort offers a wide range of accommodations, from guest rooms with private lanais to spacious residential suites. Dining is a standout, with six on-property options, including the elevated…
Best for: A lush city stay The Dreamcatcher is a whitewashed, clay-tiled, bougainvillea-trimmed house that looks like a typical Ocean Park hacienda outside, and a Zen sanctuary inside, with Buddha statues, hammocks, fountains, lazy ceiling fans, and handmade dreamcatchers. Set in the gated neighborhood of Ocean Park, Dreamcatcher is one block from the beach and…
The best pasalubong from the Philippines to bring abroad includes iconic Filipino snacks, sweets, and delicacies that capture the flavors of home. Popular choices include dried mangoes, polvoron, ube jam, banana chips, and other unique treats that can only be found in the Philippines. These thoughtful gifts are perfect for sharing Filipino culture, flavors, and…
There are 14 states that make up the United State’s East Coast; each with its own distinct feel, climate, and culture. From the hot, sandy beaches of Florida to the rocky harbors of Maine, there are so many beautiful stretches of coastline to pick from (and so many beach towns worth exploring). Whether you’re looking…