Hotel Spotlights

Check out a curated list of some of my favorite hotels, an evolving collection that highlights exceptional and unique stays.

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Sofitel Barú Calablanca in Barú, Colombia

A relaxed, design-forward resort just a short catamaran ride from Cartagena, Sofitel Barú Calablanca blends Colombian nature with barefoot ease. Think seafood lunches, beach ping pong, and bioluminescent plankton tours—plus all the polished service you’d expect from a Sofitel. Ideal for families, couples, or anyone looking to slow down in style.

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Hotel Spotlight: Rosewood, Amsterdam

After a decade behind closed doors, Rosewood Amsterdam is finally open. Tucked inside the former Palace of Justice, this ultraluxury stunner is all about bold design, serious history, and the kind of magic that makes you want to linger. I got a peek just before launch—curtains going up, flowers in place, and that unmistakable hum of something big about to begin. Welcome to the new heartbeat of the Herengracht.

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Hotel Spotlight: The Mandrake, London

Step off the streets of Fitzrovia and into a surreal, art-filled dreamworld. The Mandrake isn't just a place to stay—it’s a place to feel transported. With its moody glamour, jungle courtyard, and private club energy, this is London through a whole new lens. Intrigued? You should be.

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