Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel and Spa on the Amalfi Coast

A former convent converted into a lavish 20-room resort, this Italian sanctuary is blessed with heavenly views

by Kelly Phillips Badal Vacationing in a former convent may sound a bit austere—that is, until you experience Monastero Santa Rosa on Italy’s famous Amalfi Coast. This monastery-turned-hotel offers all the peaceful seclusion the sisters enjoyed, with none of the personal sacrifices. And though the popular coastline is studded with hotels, this distinctive destination—with its unmatched combination of five-star luxuries, natural beauty and centuries of …

Absolut Andy Warhol Art Exchange: CH Picks

From the sublime to the ridiculous, our favorites from the vodka brand's latest creative endeavor

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As part of Absolut‘s celebration of their limited edition Andy Warhol bottle, the brand’s global art exchange encourages creativity from all corners of the world. In a clever move—reminiscent of Warhol’s work—the initiative blends pop culture and mass recognition with humor and self-referential artworks. So far the exchange has been a great success, with the likes of Ryder Ripps and Taylor Mckimens joining the countless …

Sounds of Two Eyes Opening

A photography book documenting the skate, surf and punk scenes of Southern California from the late '60s to the early '80s

Acting as a veritable time capsule into Southern California beach and punk culture from the late ’60s to the early ’80s, “Sounds of Two Eyes Opening” offers readers an unfiltered glimpse into a vastly influential time and place. Shot by music producer Spot, who is known best for his work with the Misfits, Black Flag and Hüsker Dü, the 272-page hardcover release captures the scene …