The Best Luxury Ski Long Weekend Getaways in Europe: Accessible via Direct NYC Flights
Luxury ski weekends in Europe don't require sacrificing a week of PTO. By flying direct from NYC into alpine gateways, you trade long layovers for short, efficient transfers to the world's most glamorous resorts: Megève, Courchevel, Andermatt, and Verbier. This is the Sebastian Luxe itinerary for couples and friends who prioritize cashmere, not chaos.
From Acropolis to Amanzoe: The Ultimate Luxury Greece Itinerary (The Dolli & Amanzoe)
There are trips that fill your camera roll and trips that rearrange your nervous system. Greece, done properly, is the latter. This definitive itinerary is a study in contrasts: the history and buzz of Athens followed by the quiet, sun-drenched horizon of the Peloponnese. We seamlessly pair two of the best luxury hotels in Greece. The Dolli at Acropolis and Amanzoe to give you a single, spectacular journey that combines civilized culture with ultimate coastal serenity. Ready to discover an epic and easy Greek escape? Read on.
10 Reasons to Ski in Europe
Longer runs, better snow, and a cultural philosophy that encourages wine and truffle pasta before you hit the moguls. Discover the European difference: glamorous train travel, charming historic villages, and après-ski that's a lifestyle.
The Best Ski Resorts for Families 2026
Choosing the right resort is everything. We break down the best family ski resorts where the magic is real. From the car-free charm of Zermatt to the Michelin-starred dining in Courchevel, and the fairy-tale slopes of Megève, these destinations offer world-class ski schools, family-friendly après-ski, and luxury that caters to every age.
The Sebastian Luxe Guide to the South of France: From Riviera Glamour to Provençal Calm
There are trips that reset you, and then there’s the South of France. From the glittering coastlines of Saint-Tropez and Antibes to the lavender fields of Gordes and the art-soaked charm of Aix-en-Provence, this is a place that reminds you to slow down, linger, and fall in love with beauty again.
The Perfect Honeymoon in Bali 2026 Edition
I told my husband I didn’t want a diamond ring. I wanted Bali. Years later, after spending a month there, I still think it’s the most romantic place on earth. If I were planning the perfect honeymoon in Bali today, it would be two weeks split between jungle villas, barefoot island escapes, and cliffside sunsets that feel scripted.
How to Watch the 2026 Solar Eclipse Without Losing Your Sense of Humor
A friend once compared watching a solar eclipse to childbirth. The next big one is on August 12, 2026, and the best place to see it is Mallorca. I’m sharing this now because at some point it will be all over social media, hotels will sell out, and prices will spike — right now, you can still take your pick.
Some Thoughts on Solo Travel: How a Surf Trip to Swell in the Dominican Republic Changed My Life
In 2014, I had two unexpected weeks off, no plan, and a stranger at a New York bar who told me to look up a surf camp in the Dominican Republic. Ten minutes of Googling later, I booked a solo trip to Swell Surf Camp in Cabarete. What followed was surf lessons, new friends, epic breakfasts and meeting the man who would become my husband.
How to Choose Your February or April Break 2026 Destination Without Overthinking It (Even Though You Absolutely Will)
You've officially unlocked the hardest travel puzzle of the year. If you're 42 tabs deep trying to pick a school break destination, take a deep breath. Here's how to narrow it down without losing your mind.
The Sebastian Luxe Travel Guide to St. Barth
St. Barth is chic, French, and effortlessly glamorous. This 2025 guide covers the best hotels, restaurants, beach clubs, and the perfect weekly flow.
Amsterdam with Kids: A 7-Day Family Itinerary (with Day Trips in the Netherlands)
Amsterdam is secretly one of Europe’s best family destinations: flat, fun, and full of pancakes. This 7-day Amsterdam with kids itinerary blends museums, bike rides, and canals with optional day trips across the Netherlands, from tulips to fairytales to Vermeer.
White Lotus, Megève, and the Glamour of Skiing in France
The announcement that Season 4 of The White Lotus will take place in France is the best kind of news. And if you ask me, the French Alps are the only backdrop dramatic enough to handle it. Megève, Courchevel, Val d’Isère, Chamonix, Val Thorens, Méribel — each ski resort offers its own version of glamour, from Rothschild chalets to après-ski that lasts longer than the skiing itself. Here’s where to ski in France in 2025, and the hotels that make the trip unforgettable.
Pulitzer Amsterdam Review: A Family-Friendly Luxury Hotel in the Nine Streets
Amsterdam already feels like a postcard, but the Pulitzer makes it even better. Stitched together from 25 canal houses, this hotel is cozy, stylish, and surprisingly family-friendly. From scavenger hunts and a hidden courtyard to a private canal boat and the kind of breakfast you dream about, here are five reasons we fell in love with the Pulitzer Amsterdam.
Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman vs Kimpton Seafire | Honest Luxury Resort Review
I’ve stayed at both the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman and the Kimpton Seafire, and while both are technically luxury resorts, the experiences are very different. The Seafire is modern, stylish, and lively, with a great beachfront taco bar and a social atmosphere. The Ritz-Carlton, on the other hand, is seamless and indulgent, with flawless service, a legendary breakfast, and the Ambassadors of the Environment program that turns kids into mini marine biologists. Both sit on Seven Mile Beach within walking distance of excellent restaurants, but if you want the kind of vacation that feels effortless, the Ritz is in another league. And if you can afford to level up, Palm Heights is the next chapter—but that’s another blog post.
Zermatt for the Holidays: Luxury Hotels & Matterhorn Christmas
Looking for the ultimate white Christmas? Zermatt delivers. It will snow. The sun will come out. And it will not be too cold. With world-class skiing, car-free streets, and hotels that know how to do cozy and glamorous at the same time, Zermatt is one of the most snow-sure holiday destinations in the Alps. From romantic escapes at The Omnia to family suites at Hotel Firefly, it is the rare ski town where everyone, even non-skiers, wins.
Luxury Family Stay at Martinhal Sagres: Wild Algarve Beauty
At the very tip of Portugal, Sagres feels like the edge of the earth. We stayed at Martinhal Sagres, a family resort with calm beaches, bright blue Atlantic mornings, and endless play spaces for kids. From swim and tennis lessons to bouncy houses and playgrounds, it is magical for young families. And when you need a taste of town, Sagres delivers with surf cafés, pizza spots, and sunsets that truly feel like the end of the world.
Netherlands Summer Travel: Heatwave Survival Guide & Dutch Culture
The other night at dinner, I asked our friends if the restaurant had air conditioning inside. They said, “Yes, I think so,” and then… nothing. No follow-up. No, “Would you like to sit there instead?” Just a polite pause, as if the question had been answered and we could all move on. And that was that. We sat outside in the heatwave, while the inside air-conditioned part remained completely empty.
Luxury Swiss Spa Guide: Thermal Baths, Wellness, & Sauna Culture in the Alps
Swiss spas are not about Champagne in a robe. They are about silence, steam, and the kind of cleanliness that involves glacier-fed rain showers and pine-scented grottoes. From thermal baths in Zürich to velvet-robed luxury in St. Moritz, spa culture here is practical, purposeful, and just a little intimidating — until you learn to bring your towel, not your voice.
Jet Lag with Kids: Essential Coping Strategies for Long-Haul Flights
Jet lag with kids is not a puzzle you solve. It’s a slow-motion endurance test with moments of comedy, collapse, and occasionally, croissants at 4 a.m. I’ve tried every method — shifting bedtimes, no screens, magical thinking — and the only thing predictable is that it will break you a little and make you stronger, like childbirth or assembling IKEA furniture with your spouse. From Benadryl test runs at 35,000 feet to early bedtimes in Hawaii, here’s what I’ve learned about surviving the time zones with a child (and your sanity) intact.
Luxury Anniversary Trips: Top 5 Romantic Hotels & Resorts for Couples
The art of suggestion is simple: sigh dramatically, scroll a spa video in bed, and casually mention that friend who “went somewhere in Costa Rica… Nekajui, I think?” The goal isn’t to ask. It’s to inspire. Because if you ask and he says no, that’s disappointing. But if you suggest, and he thinks it was his idea, well — you’re basically married to a genius.
From a rainforest hideaway in Costa Rica to a cinematic fortress in Mallorca, these are the places worth planting in conversation. Quiet luxury, private pools, candlelit courtyards — the kind of anniversaries that feel less like a trip and more like a beautifully orchestrated reminder of why you picked each other in the first place.