Aman Hotel Tokyo, Luxury in the Sky

A modern oasis offering room to breathe above the city's bustle

Tokyo exists in the upper echelon of electrified cities—with a high energy that’s grounded by integrity and attention to detail. Small-scale living was pretty much invented in Tokyo with both homes and hotels optimized for efficient use of space, so the notion of luxury is found through peace, tranquility and breathing room. The Aman Hotel Tokyo, which opened earlier this year, has set a new …

Best of CH 2015: Travel

Our favorite travel stories, traversing Macau to Miami

The CH staff clocked in some serious airline mileage this year, visiting the four corners of the continental US and enduring long hauls overseas. But the destination itself isn’t what induces the thrill of travel—rather, it’s the heightened state of senses eager for discovery and new experiences. It manifests in so many ways, from realizing the beauty of fatigue on a historic bike “race” through …

The Artist Residency Program at Villa Lena, Tuscany

The Italian escape welcomes creatives for two-month stays

For anyone who dreams of Tuscany’s majesty, there’s nothing quite like Villa Lena—an isolated 1,200 acre hilltop destination, anchored by an 18th century villa-turned-hotel. Views extend across the countryside, offering woodlands and olive groves for miles. For guests, there is an array of rental options—from guest rooms to apartments in a converted stable and entire houses. A pool sits atop one of the highest points …