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Nov 23, 2023 | departures.com | Alex Frank |T. Cole Rachel |Sophie Mancini |Elissa Polls |Hailey Andresen |Cooper Fleishman | +5 more

Stays Plus, A Houston getaway, a lakeside gem in Geneva, and a family jaunt to the Dominican Republic. THE STRANGE THING about an excellent hotel is that it almost doesn’t matter where it’s located. Some hotels are a reprieve from chaotic surroundings, while others offer a glimpse into what makes that location worth visiting.

Oct 31, 2023 | departures.com | Hailey Andresen |Alex Frank |Laura Smith |T. Cole Rachel |Elissa Polls |JB Maza | +2 more

IF YOU ASK me, October is the optimal month for showering yourself with gifts. We are in the throes of a new season, back-to-school shopping is far enough in the past, and the holidays are still distant enough in the future that it’s possible to lean into a guilt-free shopping spree or a single indulgent purchase. This month, our editors are covering all the bases — from candles and adventure-forward experiences to fall attire and subtle self-care items.