The Refined Traveler 

An Insider's Guide to Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Paris. Discover hotels, great food, and great information to plan your next Paris vacation.

Here are my favorite Paris hotels under $500 a night (though prices may rise during busy seasons). From chic boutique stays to sleek, design

By Refined Travel By Ashley Image courtesy of Château Voltaire New year, new airline routes. Condé Nast recently announced the latest itinerary additions to take advantage of in the new year — and I concur. With new direct flights from the US to some of the world’s most spectacular destinations, airline travel has never been easier. Read on for the latest airline routes to add to your 2024 travel plans, plus where to stay when you land, of course. If there’s anything I learne

I'm kicking off Fall 2025 with a heavy dose of wanderlust. As a Fora Advisor, I can tap into my community of fellow travel advisors for data-driven intel on trending destinations, and I’ve mapped out a 2025 Hot List with my take on where to stay. In 2024, expect rising stars (hola, Panama), as well as tried & true classics in heavy-hitter destinations like Japan. Read on to learn what’s trending in travel this year (plus where to stay, of course). 1. Small(er) US Cities Image

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