Check into Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel. Credit: Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel Travelers come to Rome for its stunning architecture, rich history and mouthwatering cuisine, but a crop of hotels opening across the historic center will offer even more of a draw. These new stays will redefine luxury travel in Rome with opulent design, premium amenities and world-class service. So, whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor, prepare to be dazzled by the city’s newest accommodations. HOTTEST NEW OPENINGS Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel The Piazza della Repubblica’s two ..read more

Enjoy a secluded stay at this new hotel. Credit: Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México While tourists flock to the beaches of Punta Mita and Puerto Vallarta, an underexplored paradise with thick forests and deserted sands lies just south. Costalegre, which means the “joy coast,” lines 100 miles of Mexico’s Pacific shore to Manzanillo. Mexicans know the allure of Costalegre’s unspoiled, rugged terrain, spending time in beach areas like Careyes. But without major hotel brands or major development in Costalegre, the destination mostly went unnoticed by international visitors. That is, until Four ..read more

Take in the views from the Park View Suite. Credit: Conrad New York Midtown Seventy-three percent of summer trips will head to U.S. destinations, according to Allianz Partners. The travel insurance company analyzed more than 1.6 million flight itineraries booked between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day and found New York ranks among the most popular cities. If you plan on visiting NYC this summer, check into Conrad New York Midtown. With 562 renovated suites, a popular restaurant and a full event calendar, the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended hotel is a world of its own in the middle of Manha ..read more

You’ll find vibrant art everywhere in Cartagena. Credit: Carolyn B. Heller History and art commingle in Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Built to protect the city in the 1600s and 1700s, broad stone walls — the best-preserved fortifications in South America — still stand above the water in the Centro Histórico, the historic downtown core, where heritage buildings line the maze of narrow streets. Set in this heritage district, in a former convent constructed in 1621, the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena is ideally located for exploring the arts in the ..read more

Kick off summer in Telluride. Credit: Madeline Hotel and Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection Memorial Day weekend marks the start of summer and long days spent sunning by a rooftop pool, dining at cookouts and embarking on new adventures. Welcome the season during the last weekend of May with a getaway to these 10 Forbes Travel Guide-approved properties spanning from Anguilla to Wisconsin. Go forth and have fun, just don’t forget the sunscreen. Madeline Hotel and Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection, Telluride, Colorado You might be surprised to find that Telluride’s summer contains just ..read more

Try the iconic halo-halo at The Lobby. Credit: The Peninsula Manila In the Philippines, merienda is an afternoon snack ritual that’s similar to British high tea but heartier. Much like the term’s origin in Spain, Filipino merienda is often eaten at around 4 or 5 p.m. — just a few hours before supper. While locals typically enjoy merienda from their neighborhood vendors and street food carts, there’s a special charm to taking the time to sit down and savor a warm bowl of arroz caldo (chicken rice porridge), refreshing halo-halo (a shaved ice dessert) or the timeless banana cue (deep-fried banan ..read more

Explore scenic Sicily. Credit: Regione Siciliana Already visited Italian hot spots like Florence, Rome and Capri? Sicily, which played a starring role on the hit TV show The White Lotus, will show you yet another side of this ever-popular destination. Set in the Mediterranean off the southwestern coast of Italy, Sicily welcomes travelers with its dramatic landscapes, unique character, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, baroque cathedrals, ancient Greek amphitheaters, sprawling vineyards and delicious local delicacies. If you have a few weeks to explore, journey around the island for the ultimate Sic ..read more

Mom can unwind at The Bulgari Spa Dubai. Credit: The Bulgari Spa Dubai Moms deserve more than just a day of celebration, so thank her with a particularly luxurious Mother’s Day spa outing. We’ve curated a list of spas tailored to suit every kind of mom, including the one who loves wellness as much as she loves a good martini, the one who plays golf or the mother who expects and deserves the royal treatment. The Bulgari Spa Dubai An oasis within an oasis, The Bulgari Spa Dubai embodies understated luxury. Designed by Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel in line with the Bulgari brand’s ethos, the spa ..read more

Enjoy some fried chicken. Credit: Flora Farms From new premium hotel openings to an ongoing, multi-million-dollar renovation of Los Cabos International Airport, Los Cabos has become one of Mexico’s most alluring vacation destinations. So, it’s no surprise the rich food scene is on par with the area’s explosive growth. From chic farm feasts to a floating fine-dining restaurant, Los Cabos offers a playground of refined taste. Snap up a table at these Cabo restaurants: Flora Field’s Kitchen, Flora Farms In the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, discover Flora Farms, a hip, eco-friend ..read more

Istanbul Modern will open this year. Credit: Cemal Emden Many people travel to Istanbul for its ancient sites and historic attractions. While you shouldn’t miss icons like Sultanahmet Camii (the famous Blue Mosque’s official name) or the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul also offers a vibrant contemporary art and culture scene. There’s much to see this year. The long-delayed reopening of Istanbul Modern, the city’s reconstructed modern art museum on the Karaköy waterfront, is finally scheduled for 2023. Designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop, the museum will showcase modern and contempora ..read more