Peninsula Hotels has crossed the pond with its first hotel in Europe, the newly opened Peninsula Paris, just steps away from the Arc de Triomphe and Avenue des Champs Elysées. Located in the heart of the elegant 16th arrondissement, the property took over what was once the famous 1908 Hotel Majestic. Known for its rich and famous guests, the French-style building will now be home to the Peninsula hotel and will hopefully boast just as an exciting list of clientele.... Read More
Using the highest quality materials, most Italian brands source their leathers and metals from the region and are handmade by expert artisans. In Los Angeles there are a number of shops that feature Italian shoes, but these are our favorites:... Read More
Face it fellas, as American men, we don't exactly have much in the way of a signature style nor are we known globally for being particularly fashionable. Italians, on the other hand, have a striking style that's hard to put into words, but has a definitive look. Even guys in a fashion-forward city like New York could learn a few lessons from Milanese and Florentine wardrobes. We turned to a few of Italy's leading fashion houses for tips on helping you fix up your closet with some decidedly Italian duds to achieve a signature style whether it be classic Italian or sprezzatura.... Read More
After a whirlwind three days of charity events inclusive of golf, bowling, pool-partying and clubbing, the 10th Annual Irie Weekend went out with what we in Miami call “the bang” heard around the world as celebrities and locals alike flocked to the city’s newest nightlife experience E11EVEN to celebrate the end of yet another successful charity weekend.... Read More
A large majority of hotel renovations are focused on giving guests the latest and greatest aesthetics and adding new technology to their offerings, such as touchscreen devices to walls throughout rooms and passageways. However, Chicago's Palmer House Hilton's $215 million restoration went the opposite direction and returned their centenarian structure to its original splendor and updated its former spaces back to their previous magnificence.... Read More
For decades there has been a strong Italian presence in New York City—which has, naturally, translated to a swath of great Italian restaurants thriving in the area. Still, even with dozens (hundreds?) of Italian fine-dining establishments throughout the city, a few names will always stand out. These are the chefs who're currently dominating the ristorante Italiano scene in NYC:... Read More
Paramount, the latest addition to New York's luxury boutique hotel scene, might be the new face in town, but the location's history reaches as far back as the 1920s. Situated about half a block from the famed Times Square, Paramount's prime location and stellar accommodations come together to offer travelers one of the city's best hotel experiences.... Read More
This year marked the 7th Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic held on May 31, 2014. The event was sold out in minutes, but here are some of the reasons you should have made it your priority to be in attendance.... Read More
On the day you check-out of a hotel, there is nothing quite as bothersome as waking up to the thought that in a few hours, you’ll have to be packed and out of the room. Sure, a late checkout (1 p.m.) is nice, but The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte wants to take things one step further and give its guests more time at their five-star hotel.... Read More
To be a (real) Princess is more than a crown and a title. It requires grace, elegance, poise and a certain charisma. In the case of Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia, it also entails authenticity, compassion and heart. Princess Katherine and her husband Crown Prince Alexander were in New York City June 5, 2014 for a fundraiser for their charity Lifeline, benefiting the victims of the recent Serbian floods.... Read More
When Kitty O’Shea’s finally closed its doors on State Street, we were curious to find out what would eventually go into the space. Finally, on April 13, we were able to see the new restaurant filling its space, the Bostonia Public House. ... Read More
When the weather in New York makes its long awaited shift from unbearably bitter cold to warm and sunny, you can actually feel the city come alive. New Yorkers are energized from their winter hibernation and waste no time partaking in their favorite summertime activities — for some it's running in the park or brunching al fresco, and for me, it's hitting up rooftop bars (and I have many, many allies in this).... Read More
Talk about awesome hotel amenities, Stanford Court Hotel is stepping up their cool-factor by offering guests complimentary use of Google Glass during their stay. Part of the Google Glass Explorer package, they come with overnight accommodations in a deluxe room, breakfast in the hotel's Aurea cafe, and a nightly beverage in the Aurea Lounge.... Read More
The Sanctuary Hotel's newest restaurant and lounge, Tender, officially opened its doors last month and is already garnering rave reviews. The midtown restaurant is the perfect combination of star-studded chefs, a gorgeous wait staff, delectable food and an intricate drink menu in a modern, comfortable setting.... Read More
The head designer breathing life into the infamous Chanel brand, Karl Lagerfeld has been tapped to work with the new Sofitel So Singapore to add his magic with stylish graphic touches positioned around the property. In addition to Lagerfeld's impressive fashion and aesthetic fixtures, the hotel teamed with MIAJA Design Group to decorate and design interior elements.... Read More
It's no secret that some of the best yachts and superboats in the world come out of Italy. However, finding the right broker in your area can be a bit of a hassle. Those in the Los Angeles area though are in luck because we've rounded up an amazing collection of brokers in the area who have some incredible Italian yachts available. Here are our top five picks:... Read More
