A few new and reimagined hideaways we can’t wait to visit this year.
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Delano Dubai’s Rose Bar, with a large crystal chandelier, red bar stools, and an oxblood-colored marble floor, all surrounded by red velvet curtains.

Soft landing pads.

We asked the masterminds behind this year’s sleekest new hotels to reveal some of their design inspiration. The result: 15 spots we can’t wait to visit (Aman Rosa Alpina, we’ll see you soon). The full list is below, along with a few cruises for solo-curious travelers to consider and an oh-so-intriguing Parisian chocolatier.

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The whitewashed buildings of Portugal’s Viceroy at Ombria Algarve, surrounded by forested green hills.

Architects and Designers Share Inside Looks at 2025’s Most Stylish Stays

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Seen from behind, a woman on a cruise ship looks out at Glacier Bay National Park.

Curious About Solo Cruising? Here Are Four Sailings to Try

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A view of Manhattan from underneath the Brooklyn Bridge.

City Guide: Brooklyn’s New Appeal

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Chrissy Fichtl, wearing all white, smiles at the camera while standing against a white brick wall.

Chrissy Fichtl, founder of fragrance brand Apotheke, shares what she’s been loving lately.

 

Packing: My Tori Jones Studio Magic Hat! I bought it in the Hamptons ten years ago and still have it – the hat looks good on everyone.

Reading: I’m an avid follower of Glossy.

Watching: The Gentlemen. I binged the whole season at once.

Dreaming Of: Argentina, but I wouldn’t mind hopping a ferry from there to Uruguay too.

OUTBOUND

This is the coffee-table book of our dreams. Ring in the Year of the Snake with a fitting accessory, handcrafted in Tibet – or stay warm during winter travels in this Peruvian leather beauty. The French chocolatier du moment. Antarctic news for climate nerds.

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