The Property: The Cromlix Hotel Who owns The Cromlix? The Cromlix is owned by tennis superstar Andy Murray, the thirty-two-year-old Scottish tennis legend. He is the winner of three Grand Slam titles, two Olympic gold medals and he is a Davis Cup champion. He is also a founding member of the charity Malaria No More UK (alongside none other than David Beckham) and an active anti-cancer charity spokesperson. Sir Andy Murray is an all-around good guy. Why you should visit…
At any given stage in your life, there are a million reasons to go to brunch with your friends: to catch up on the events of last night, to make plans, because you have stories to tell, to eat delicious food, or simply because it’s the weekend. Regardless of what your reason is, New York City has no shortage of good brunch places. The question is only in figuring out which ones are worth your while. Here is a list of…
When Christmastime rolls around, to some this means it’s time to do your shopping, to some it’s time to stay snuggled up at home with a glass of mulled wine, and to some, it means it’s time to plan the most amazing vacation of the year. And although we can’t really help with the first two, we can certainly volunteer our two cents on the latter. Here are our top five locations for this winter holiday trips. Tetiaroa in French…
Anyone who went to school and read books (or wrote book reports without reading them) has heard of Canterbury of Kent – if not through Chaucer’s “Canterbury Tales,” then through any other British poetry or prose from the middle ages. And there’s a reason: there was a time when Canterbury was the hub for English pilgrims, other church-affiliated folk, and many-a-wonders of the various layers of the British social masses. Today, Canterbury is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites, home…
You’ve done the private islands and the luxury European hotels. You’ve hit all the global hot spots, and the locals at Ibiza could probably pick you out of a line-up. And as much as we love all that too, it’s sometimes it’s time for somewhere fresh – and such a place exists, right in your own backyard: The Resort at Paws Up, Montana. Better yet, they have a deal right now. It’s $626 per night/per person (based on 2 adults…
As much as well all love the great indoors, sometimes it’s nice to get back to nature. Not just to look at it or walk around in it. But to feel it: breathing in the fresh morning air can remind us that it’s okay to unplug from time to time (despite what your boss says). And soon, you’ll have just the place to do that. In December 2019, the Nayara Tented Camp will be opening in Costa Rica. Not only…
It’s been a busy year. With work, your personal life, endless emails and admin, you didn’t even notice how Thanksgiving 2019 rolled around – and you certainly won’t have time to put together a meal for everyone. Or maybe you just want to change things up a little bit. Whatever the case is, it’s hardly an issue. After all, you live in New York City. In other words, you have countless options for where to eat thanksgiving this year. We’re…
It’s on our bucket list to eventually have vacationed in the private homes of all the Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger Mustique Island. We’ve already discussed renting Keith Richard’s Caribbean villa, now we’re showcasing Stargroves on Mustique, the luxurious estate belonging to Mick Jagger. Mustique island has long attracted celebrities who return frequently to Mustique as they can’t get enough of this intimate, paradise island. Who is Mick Jagger? Mick Jagger is known all over the world as the flamboyant lead…
432 Hermosa, Palm Springs Who If the ‘who’ is referring to ‘who the property was built for,’ the answer is Dinah Shore, the 1940s American singer and actress. If it refers to ‘who vacationed there?’ the list includes (but is not limited to) names such as Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, and Elvis Presley. But if the ‘who’ refers to ‘who owns the place now?’ it’s one of our favorites: Leonardo DiCaprio. The Details Well, for starters, 432 Hermosa…
The Fulton Good for: Anyone – solo diners, date nights, work lunches and private parties. This is a go-to spot for when you find yourself downtown. Atmosphere: With an Instagram-able view of the Brooklyn Bridge, The Fulton, inside and out, is tastefully done. During the summer, the outside patio is packed. For colder months, the dark, intimate interior is a chic place to catch up. The vibe is corporate downtown and a welcome addition for those who live in the…
