TR-2455
From the road
“You guys, the moment I walked into my room at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, I literally stopped in my tracks. That…”
— Élise Marchand
Today's Letter · Hotel
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Algarve
Albania · Island · Marble-cool · a marble courtyard
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TR-2455
TR-3891
From the road
“You guys, the first raindrops hit my windshield the exact moment I turned off Highway 84. Just minutes…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 7 days through rif
No. VL-8237
PC-1026
From the road
“Okay, can we talk about hotel concierge services for a second? Because a truly luxury concierge isn't just…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-5369
From the road
“Tucked along the peaceful shores of the Saanich Inlet, about 30 minutes north of downtown Victoria, Brentwood…”
— Élise Marchand
Next along the route
A fig-shaded lane — a spring dispatch from Valletta.
Travel · Route
Valletta
You know what I've been noticing about luxury travel lately? It's the tiniest details that carry the biggest impact. The real distinction between a memorable hotel, a private…
Croatia · Coastal
TR-4495 · 6 min
JV-9983
From the road
“More than a century after opening its doors on Victoria's gorgeous Inner Harbour, the iconic Fairmont Empress…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-6072
From the road
“Okay, picture this: three gorgeous terraces, three stunning coastlines, and one shared obsession with living…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-6357
From the road
“This independent hotel group is inviting guests to discover Lisbon and Porto from behind the wheel of…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-1729
From the road
“You guys, when the sun dips below the horizon and casts that golden glow across South Beach, few places…”
— Élise Marchand
TR-5106
From the road
“Okay, so here's the thing about holidays in Italy — there are basically two kinds.”
— Élise Marchand
TR-8837
From the road
“Copenhagen has always been one of Europe's greenest cities — you know, the kind of place that actually walks…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-2964
From the road
“The journey between Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, and Greater Kruger explores culture, conservation,…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 2 days through algarve
No. JV-1900
TR-2269
From the road
“From swimming with whale sharks in Raja Ampat to poker nights at sea, I got a peek at what daily life is…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-1508
From the road
“You guys, there are hotels that give you a place to stay, and then there are hotels that become part of the…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-3271
From the road
“For many international travelers, London begins and ends at Heathrow Airport. Yet just beyond the arrival…”
— Élise Marchand
VL-3505
From the road
“Okay, listen — if you're looking for the ultimate celebratory outing or luxury getaway, do yourself a favor…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 4 days through dalmatia
No. VL-8674
TR-4163
From the road
“South Florida is well known for being a golfer's paradise — year-round play, pristine courses, and…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-4412
From the road
“Haute Retreats has come to expect the June phone calls — the ones where clients are just starting to think…”
— Élise Marchand
VL-5784
From the road
“You guys, there's this feeling that hits you when you travel somewhere tied to your roots — it's not just…”
— Élise Marchand
Next along the route
A salt-white village — a winter dispatch from Tuscany.
Resort · Route
Tuscany
You know that feeling when a getaway is so good it not only makes you feel a million miles from reality while you're there, but keeps you daydreaming about it for weeks after…
Croatia · Village
JV-6808 · 9 min
TR-7075
From the road
“Every great Italian summer starts in a city and ends by the sea — and honestly, that's exactly how it should…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 6 days through cyclades
No. PC-1798
PC-8392
From the road
“You guys, there is simply nothing else like it at Lake Tahoe. Edgewood Tahoe Resort serves up this sweeping,…”
— Élise Marchand
TR-1619
From the road
“So here's a beautiful backstory: Gordon 'Butch' Stewart, the legendary founder of the family-welcoming…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-3418
From the road
“You guys, a whole new chapter in luxury rail travel is about to unfold in England this summer. The iconic…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-2463
From the road
“Okay, picture this—you know that iconic movie "Dirty Dancing" with the dreamy 1960s lake resort vibe? That's…”
— Élise Marchand
Next along the route
A walled citrus garden — a spring dispatch from Istria.
Other · Route
Istria
You guys, Europe's hottest coastlines are honestly buckling under peak-season crowds right now. But here's the thing—the smartest travelers I know? They've already figured out…
Croatia · City
TR-5194 · 10 min
TR-2199
From the road
“LA might be Southern California's perennial headliner, but venture farther south and a whole different…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 14 days through andalusia
No. PC-9672
JV-6623
From the road
“From bespoke private retreats to thoughtful holistic programming—including new bath rituals—TIA Wellness…”
— Élise Marchand
Next along the route
A cypress avenue — a summer dispatch from Valletta.
Other · Route
Valletta
You guys, Mother's Day is that yearly reminder that what moms really value most is feeling appreciated in a way that feels thoughtful and joyful—not just the usual…
Croatia · Vineyard
JV-5614 · 2 min
TR-8811
From the road
“Villa Aria | Miami | Florida | Photos Courtesy of LVH”
— Élise Marchand
Next along the route
A pool of still water — a spring dispatch from Tuscany.
Travel · Route
Tuscany
From remote Indonesian hideaways to design-forward wave pool developments, surf culture is entering a new era of high-end hospitality—here's where to check in and ride in style.
Albania · Village
JV-5601 · 7 min
PC-3414
From the road
“There are invitations you accept politely, and then there are those you simply cannot say no to. Mine came…”
— Élise Marchand
PC-5061
From the road
“The newly opened Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres is a sophisticated adult-only, all-inclusive resort from Ocean…”
— Élise MarchandThis week's note: 9 days through tuscany
No. JV-9723This week's note: 14 days through algarve
No. JV-3876
PC-6805
From the road
“Viking has taken delivery of the Viking Eldir, the outstanding cruise company's newest Viking Longship. Built…”
— Élise Marchand
JV-1566
From the road
“Set along the shimmering Sea of Cortez on Cabo's coveted Golden Corridor, Four Seasons Resort Cabo Del Sol is…”
— Élise Marchand