Ham Yard Hotel, London

Colorful and carefree, this Soho design paradise includes a hidden bowling alley and movie theater

Something’s in the air as soon as you arrive at London’s Ham Yard Hotel. It’s perhaps the immediate juxtaposition of calm after the walk through Piccadilly Circus, a block away. Situated in a private-like courtyard (where pedestrians can also take a shortcut), the hotel is surrounded by lovely independent boutiques, large oak trees, a gigantic bronze sculpture by English artist Tony Cragg, and rare for …

Inside The New Marmara Park Avenue Hotel

A stunning lobby leads to comfy rooms, extended stays, and a one-of-a-kind Turkish hammam

It could be said that every neighborhood in Manhattan is in some sort of emergence or reemergence. From the Financial District to NoMad (and everywhere above, around or between) new places continue to pop up, catering to an ever-more diverse audience. Some 10 blocks south of Grand Central Station, at the corner of Park Avenue and 32nd Street in Midtown East (though, arguably NoMad), the …

City Guide Spotlight: New York City

Ahead of this week's art bonanza, we update our list of must-visit spots

A few days ahead of NYC’s hectic and inspiring Armory Week, Scope and Pulse Art Fairs, we embarked upon an overhaul of our NYC City Guide. While there were some stalwarts that needed to be added, New York City‘s ever-evolving nature means plenty of brand new spots made the list. Whether you’re looking for a serene but well-located hotel (The Ludlow), an unforgettable dinner (Rebelle), …