The Refined Traveler 

by Refined Travel by Ashley Image courtesy of Rosewood Amsterdam From Hollywood facial magic in Riviera Maya to the return of a Mallorca icon, this month’s travel lineup is all about relaxation in unforgettable settings. Read on for the latest stays to add to your list. Rosewood expands with two Europe openings Image courtesy of Rosewood Amsterdam Once the city’s Palace of Justice, Rosewood Amsterdam is rewriting history on the banks of the Prinsengracht with the brand’s much

Photo Courtesy of Andaz Costa Rica Resort There’s a reason Costa Rica’s national motto is pura vida. The phrase literally translates to “pure life,” and it encompasses the country’s joyful, holistic approach to living. The people are exceptionally warm and welcoming, always eager to share their life stories, and to hear about yours. There are dense jungles and idyllic coast lines, nature reserves and Mars-like landscapes, mountain ranges and active volcanoes surrounded by hot

Image Courtesy of Nayara Tented Camp Glamping is having a moment, and I'm here for it. Luxury tented camps around the world are redefining what a tent can be. Forget the single-post A-framers of yore, and even the high-tech provisions sold by the likes of The North Face and REI. Now is the era of chic, canvas-walled oases in stellar locations, from Africa to Costa Rica. Indeed, many of my favorite tented camps are blissfully isolated, perched among relatively untouched wilder

Image Courtesy of Park Hyatt St. Kitts I'll take any excuse for a getaway, but the impending arrival of a new baby seems like one of the very best we can think of. Babymoons are popular for a reason — they offer parents-to-be a chance to unwind and get away from it all before the whirlwind of parenting begins. It’s a chance to reconnect and have important conversations leading up to such a big life change. Plus, it’s an opportunity for some well-deserved pampering (think spa