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Steps away from the swim-up bar, an aqua cycling class is in session. The instructor is getting creative: students are doing crunches with their feet propped up on the handlebars of the bike, which is submerged in the pool. Some are a few margaritas deep, but several others stick around for the water aerobics class … Read more
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In the age of hyperproductivity, extreme optimization, and multi-function everything, even vacations are different. For many travelers, it seems we may be past the days of simple sightseeing. Now, travel has evolved to serve a purpose — or many purposes. There’s the rise of grief retreats, solorettes, quiet vacations for the remote-work crowd, and, of … Read more
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PS Photography | Kelsey GarciaPS Photography | Kelsey Garcia It’s a long way to Bali from Los Angeles. First, 15 hours to Hong Kong, then five more hours to Bali, the Indonesian province. Upon landing, there are narrow streets crammed with scooters weaving and, more often than not, traffic at a complete standstill. I kept … Read more
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While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. I never set out to take a “quiet vacation.” But, then again, the travel phenomenon seems born out of necessity, not … Read more
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PS Photography | Kelsey GarciaPS Photography | Kelsey Garcia There’s a cat that lives in the garden at The Ranch Malibu. On any given day, guests of the wellness retreat can find the small tabby prancing among the strawberries and oregano, with a view of the Santa Monica Mountains to one side and the Pacific … Read more
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Up until very recently, residents of Carmel-by-the-Sea had no addresses. Instead, homes were known by nicknames like the Little Wooden House and Rose Cottage. If the seaside central California town sounds like the stuff of fairytales, that’s because it kind of is. And one hotel that typifies Carmel’s storied whimsy is La Playa Hotel. Referred … Read more
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Wedding traditions are not what they once were. Following the pandemic, couples these days are taking control and curating celebrations that feel more unique to them and their wishes. Given the high cost of hosting (or even just attending) a wedding, they’re also embracing more intimate ceremonies. This newfound approach is evident even in the … Read more
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PS Photography | Kelsey GarciaPS Photography | Kelsey Garcia With its infinite ocean views and imposing cliffs, it’s no wonder the late novelist Henry Miller chose to spend several decades of his life residing in Big Sur. And while he lived in humble quarters that are now a library open to the public, about a … Read more
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While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. I would argue that I’m the best person to make the case for Away’s hard-shell suitcases. Allow me to explain: while … Read more
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Welcome to Show the Receipts, a new series where we ask interesting people to share exactly how much it costs to get shit done. No matter the task, we’re tracking every last dollar from start to finish. Up next: being a bridesmaid. While it’s considered an honor to be chosen as a bridesmaid for a … Read more
