The Catskills have long been a retreat-first for 19th-century painters and writers, later for city escapees chasing mountain air and summer swims. That legacy hasn't faded, but the region feels freshly alive these days as chefs, artists, and creative entrepreneurs put down roots. Farm-to-table restaurants, craft food and beverage purveyors from breweries to creameries, and design-driven boutique hotels now coexist with retro diners, antique shops, and historic inns-many of which have been restored.
"San Juan is the perfect destination. We have the advantage of city, beach, and mountain life all in one place," says Miguel Reyes, lifelong local and mixologist at the storied Caribe Hilton. Indeed, to find such a rich bloom of cosmopolitan vibrancy nestled so harmoniously between lush tropical jungles and azure seas feels like a feat that will inspire even the most well-traveled. With an increasingly diverse culinary scene and cultural and artistic expression blossoming, San Juan's beautiful beaches are merely the cherry on top of a stay rather than the main course.
For years, Clerkenwell was a place that few Londoners-let alone visitors-could confidently place on a map. But all that's starting to change, and The Sunday Times recently named Clerkenwell the best place to live in the capital, thanks to its flourishing culinary and arts scenes. It's little wonder the spotlight is finally settling on this Islington neighborhood in central London, just a 30-minute walk from both King's Cross and the buzz of Soho.
Cincinnati has arguably one of the most culinary exciting scenes in the Midwest, too. The city has long been known for Cincinnati chili, which is spiced with cinnamon and Mediterranean herbs and typically served with spaghetti, but the dining scene offers so much more. The city is peppered with James Beard-nominated eateries such as Wildweed and The Aperture, and is also home to international hotspots like Nepali restaurant Bridges and the Japanese izakaya Kiki-pretty impressive for a city of just over 300,000 residents.
I was born and raised in Philadelphia, and I've encountered so many tourists who visit my city. There are so many great restaurants and cheesesteak shops beyond Pat's and Geno's. Visitors should make time to see the art museum near the Rocky steps and the city's green spaces. Philadelphia is famous for its passionate sports fans, historic landmarks, vibrant culinary scene, and much more.
The revamped 50-room property offers a blend of historic and modern with a cozy wood-paneled lobby, elegant pool, central garden and two dining venues. Located in the center of town, it joins the iconic Ojai Valley Inn. Founded in 1923, this is the area's most well-known lodging, a luxury resort set across 220-acres of landscaped lawns, with a world-class golf course, award-winning spa, and four dining concepts.
It's early in Rovinj, just past 7am on a blue-skied Sunday morning, and the town is still asleep. The night before, this small harbour - brimming with dayboats, small yachts and traditional batana fishing boats - was humming with activity.
