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Monique Brendel
Communications director Monique Brendel grew up in New Jersey but spent summers in Europe with her family as a child. Before moving to New York, she lived in Miami for eight years where she worked in marketing and fashion. One of her best-loved trips was traveling through the South of France in 2010. Next on her list: India or an African safari.
Destination Reports
New York
New York is at a new zenith of creativity, with exciting new hotels, restaurants, galleries and shops.
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Brazil: Angra dos Reis
Imagine a boater’s paradise of small islands with deserted beaches and hidden coves with warm turquoise waters and you get an idea of the paradise of Angra.
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Denmark: Copenhagen
Long a bastion of understated cool, the Danish capital is abuzz with a ground-breaking new concert hall and a special new boutique hotel.
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Mexico: Tulum
Intimate, hip beach hotels line the shore of this former hippie enclave, which is now a favorite spot for low-key travelers looking to unplug.
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Articles
Bora Bora: Where to Stay: Luxury: Four Seasons Bora Bora
Vibe: Over-the-water, private, picture-perfect. At a Glance: Impeccably maintained property that opened in 2008 and feels fresh and new, especially compared with some of the more established resorts (like the...
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Brazil: Buzios: Introduction: Overview
Once a sleepy fishing town, Buzios first came into the international spotlight when Brigitte Bardot visited in 1964. Now this peninsula of mountains and beaches is a vacation spot for...
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Brazil: Buzios: Strategies: Getting There
Just 100 miles northeast of Rio de Janiero, Buzios is an easy weekend getaway. While short flights are offered, it’s easy to hire a bus or take a taxi. A...
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Brazil: Buzios: Strategies: Lay of the Land
January is the middle of summer in Brazil; this translates to 85-degree weather, with a humidity reminiscent of Thailand and an intense sun that only the locals can handle all...
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Brazil: Buzios: Where to Stay: Overview
Accommodations in Buzios can be a bit tricky. There are plenty of homes to rent but pictures have proved to be deceiving, so staying in a hotel is going to...
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Brazil: Buzios: Where to Eat: Overview
During my recent trip, the city was not as crowded as usual for the middle of the summer, according to a few regulars. But things were still buzzing at midnight...
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Miami: Where to Shop: Fashion & Accessories: Alchemist
Don’t be put off by its Lincoln Road location; exclusive brands like Libertine, Hervé Leger and See by Chloe are what you’ll find here. Their selection of accessories are international...
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Miami: What to See & Do: Spas: Standard Spa
“I recommend the Standard Spa to everyone. I have yet to find a better manicure/pedicure anywhere, ever. Ask for Cindy; she is the best. If you book any treatment over...
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Miami: Where to Eat: On the Water: Lido Restaurant & Bayside Grill
The Standard Hotel’s restaurant is right on the water and is a lovely spot throughout the day and night, with a low-key and easy going vibe. The food is very...
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Food/Wine: Places: Where To Eat and Spa in Miami
You Asked: Can you recommend a few good restaurants in Miami? Nothing Michelin or molecular, more of the locals’ type of places, including Cuban. Also, if your team knows of...
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Mexico: Riviera Maya: Where to Stay: Luxury: Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Vibe: Asian-inspired serenity. At a Glance: Part of the Mayakoba complex, the Banyan Tree rates high thanks to gorgeous guest villas, a wonderful beach club and excellent spa. Review: As...
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Costa Rica: Where to Stay: Luxury: Four Seasons Costa Rica
Vibe: relaxed, adventurous, luxurious At a Glance: An equally wonderful place for couples or families, this resort is perfect for someone looking for a mixture of adventure and relaxation with...
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Costa Rica: Where to Stay: Setting: Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort
Many resorts around the world claim to have a dramatic setting, but in the case of Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort, in the northern region of Costa Rica, it’s not...
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Style: Pulse: Shopping in Copenhagen
Stylish and cutting-edge, Copenhagen is one of Europe’s coolest shopping destinations. Young creative entrepreneurs have opened up independent boutiques, many of which resemble the avant-garde galleries or the ateliers of...
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Style: People: A Tale of Two Grande Dames
Two of the South of France’s most iconic properties—the Grand-Hôtel du Cap Ferrat and the Hotel du Cap-Eden Roc —tend to inspire some confusion. They have similar-sounding names, are located...
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France: French Riviera: Where to Stay: Most Indulgent: Hotel du Cap-Eden Roc
The Hotel du Cap-Eden Roc (www.hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.com) is one of the main competitors of the coast’s other grande dame property: the Grand Hôtel du Cap Ferrat. Here’s how this iconic, Napoleon...
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Italy: Tuscany: Where to Stay: Most Indulgent: Castiglion del Bosco
In an ever-flattening world, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find those unique hotels that seem to not only be in a destination but to embody the very essence of a...
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France: Provence: Where to Stay: Hideaways: Chateau de Massillan
The epitome of a Provençal hideaway, Château de Massillan sits on 24 acres of gorgeous countryside, an hour from Avignon and minutes from the Chateauneuf-du-Pape vineyards. The twelve-room hotel occupies...
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Just Back from… Nevis
When I told my family and friends that I was headed to Nevis, even frequent Caribbean travelers weren’t sure exactly where I was going. The small island, part of the...
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Nevis: Where to Stay: Luxury: Four Seasons Nevis
When Hurricane Omar hit Nevis in 2008, Four Seasons aficionados feared that the Canadian company would close its beloved resort on the island for good. After a two-year, multi-million-dollar rebuilding...
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Style: People: Tuscany, Ferragamo Style
To many a fashionista, the owners of Tuscany’s stunning Castiglion del Bosco embody Italian style. Here Chiara and Massimo Ferragamo share thoughts on their dream escape, including their favorite design...
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Bora Bora: Strategies: Tips
Who Should Go: Anyone looking for an exotic far-flung destination that is postcard-perfect in every way. It checks the box for every kind of traveler, from adventure-seekers to flop-and-droppers, families...
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Bora Bora: Strategies: Getting There
Papeete is the main hub of French Polynesia and all international flights arrive here. Flight Times: LAX to Papeete: 8 hours, overnight Papeete to Bora Bora: 50 minute-flight Both Air...
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Bora Bora: Where to Stay: Overview
Some destinations still epitomize the expression “far-flung” and Bora Bora—an 8-hour flight from Los Angeles, followed by a puddle jumper and/or a boat—certainly qualifies. Much like the Seychelles or the...
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