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A Hip-Star Hotel

This time, it’s the Brits who are warning, “the Americans are coming.” They’ve officially arrived, with the recent opening of the Belgraves, part of the New York-based Thompson Hotels. And just in time, too, for the long-live-the... more>>

A Hip-Star Hotel

This time, it’s the Brits who are warning, “the Americans are coming.” They’ve officially arrived, with the recent opening of the Belgraves, part of the New York-based Thompson Hotels. And just in time, too, for the long-live-the... more>>
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Hotel du Cap, Antibes, France

Hotel du Cap, Antibes, France

When you’re five years old and only know the Hotel du Cap, where do you go from there? It’s a charmed life for the Jolie-Pitts who rent the private villa at the exclusive Hotel du Cap during the Cannes Film Festival. It must be a requirement for moguls, titans and movie stars to stay at least once at this South of France estate. And yes, there is a correlation between rich and beautiful. 

For mere mortals

Prices are well in excess of $1000/night for a basic room, but trend more in the $1500-plus range in season. For the private house rented by the Jolie-Pitts? Forget about it.

Hotel du Cap

Hotel du Cap, Antibes, France

When you’re five years old and only know the Hotel du Cap, where do you go from there? It’s a charmed life for the Jolie-Pitts who rent the private villa at the exclusive Hotel du Cap during the Cannes Film Festival. It must be a requirement for moguls, titans and movie stars to stay at least once at this South of France estate. And yes, there is a correlation between rich and beautiful. 

For mere mortals

Prices are well in excess of $1000/night for a basic room, but trend more in the $1500-plus range in season. For the private house rented by the Jolie-Pitts? Forget about it.

When you’re five years old and only know the Hotel du Cap, where do you go from there? It’s a...

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Hotel du Cap, Antibes, France

When you’re five years old and only know the Hotel du Cap, where do you go from there? It’s a charmed life for the Jolie-Pitts who rent the private villa at the exclusive Hotel du Cap during the Cannes Film Festival. It must be a requirement for moguls, titans and movie stars to stay at least once at this South of France estate. And yes, there is a correlation between rich and beautiful. 

For mere mortals

Prices are well in excess of $1000/night for a basic room, but trend more in the $1500-plus range in season. For the private house rented by the Jolie-Pitts? Forget about it.

Borgo Finocchieto, Buonconvento, Italy

Borgo Finocchieto, Buonconvento, Italy

Owned by a Washington D.C. heavy, this is exactly where the political heavies converge. American royalty – the Kennedys, Clintons, and titans of industry – rent the villa with twenty-plus rooms, complete with helicopter landing pad and underground parking to keep your Ferrari nice and warm. Don’t have a Ferrari? No worries. The exceptional staff will make all your dreams come true. We hear that President Obama is planning a trip: Depending on what happens in 2012 it may be sooner rather than later.

For mere mortals

The ultimate villa to rent with your crew. The Borgo specializes in large groups of up to 44 people. The main house is nine rooms, which is rented in its entirety for about €6300. Not to be cavalier, but for $1000/night this is one of the best values in the world. 

Borgo Finocchieto

Borgo Finocchieto, Buonconvento, Italy

Owned by a Washington D.C. heavy, this is exactly where the political heavies converge. American royalty – the Kennedys, Clintons, and titans of industry – rent the villa with twenty-plus rooms, complete with helicopter landing pad and underground parking to keep your Ferrari nice and warm. Don’t have a Ferrari? No worries. The exceptional staff will make all your dreams come true. We hear that President Obama is planning a trip: Depending on what happens in 2012 it may be sooner rather than later.

For mere mortals

The ultimate villa to rent with your crew. The Borgo specializes in large groups of up to 44 people. The main house is nine rooms, which is rented in its entirety for about €6300. Not to be cavalier, but for $1000/night this is one of the best values in the world. 

Owned by a Washington D.C. heavy, this is exactly where the political heavies converge. American...

more>>

Borgo Finocchieto, Buonconvento, Italy

Owned by a Washington D.C. heavy, this is exactly where the political heavies converge. American royalty – the Kennedys, Clintons, and titans of industry – rent the villa with twenty-plus rooms, complete with helicopter landing pad and underground parking to keep your Ferrari nice and warm. Don’t have a Ferrari? No worries. The exceptional staff will make all your dreams come true. We hear that President Obama is planning a trip: Depending on what happens in 2012 it may be sooner rather than later.

For mere mortals

The ultimate villa to rent with your crew. The Borgo specializes in large groups of up to 44 people. The main house is nine rooms, which is rented in its entirety for about €6300. Not to be cavalier, but for $1000/night this is one of the best values in the world. 

Villa Bellezza, Sovicille, Italy

Villa Bellezza, Sovicille, Italy

Paparazzi-free Villa Bellezza has drawn celebs from Nicole Kidman to former first daughter Jenna Bush. Many more will follow – Mark Teixeira of the NY Yankees is an investor.  Villa Bellezza is a compound of restored villas once owned by the Siena royal family and the site of an epic battle in medieval times. Ultra private, the personal concierge brings the party to you. Think private cooking lessons, personal tennis coach, and your very own chef.

For mere mortals

Access is only through Inspirato Membership, which has properties all over the world. If you can manage the initiation fee, the nightly rates can be a great deal – as low as $400/night for extravagant villas.

Villa Bellezza

Villa Bellezza, Sovicille, Italy

Paparazzi-free Villa Bellezza has drawn celebs from Nicole Kidman to former first daughter Jenna Bush. Many more will follow – Mark Teixeira of the NY Yankees is an investor.  Villa Bellezza is a compound of restored villas once owned by the Siena royal family and the site of an epic battle in medieval times. Ultra private, the personal concierge brings the party to you. Think private cooking lessons, personal tennis coach, and your very own chef.

For mere mortals

Access is only through Inspirato Membership, which has properties all over the world. If you can manage the initiation fee, the nightly rates can be a great deal – as low as $400/night for extravagant villas.

Paparazzi-free Villa Bellezza has drawn celebs from Nicole Kidman to former first daughter Jenna...

more>>

Villa Bellezza, Sovicille, Italy

Paparazzi-free Villa Bellezza has drawn celebs from Nicole Kidman to former first daughter Jenna Bush. Many more will follow – Mark Teixeira of the NY Yankees is an investor.  Villa Bellezza is a compound of restored villas once owned by the Siena royal family and the site of an epic battle in medieval times. Ultra private, the personal concierge brings the party to you. Think private cooking lessons, personal tennis coach, and your very own chef.

For mere mortals

Access is only through Inspirato Membership, which has properties all over the world. If you can manage the initiation fee, the nightly rates can be a great deal – as low as $400/night for extravagant villas.

The One & Only Palmilla, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

The One & Only Palmilla, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Always in the gossip rags as the place for Hollywood stars, the O&O regularly hosts Jennifer Aniston and George Clooney, along with his latest scoop du jour. Poolside is like your very own movie set, where you can lounge in the sun with the best of them. After all, being a movie star is hard work.

For mere mortals

Rooms start from $700/night.

The One & Only Palmilla

The One & Only Palmilla, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Always in the gossip rags as the place for Hollywood stars, the O&O regularly hosts Jennifer Aniston and George Clooney, along with his latest scoop du jour. Poolside is like your very own movie set, where you can lounge in the sun with the best of them. After all, being a movie star is hard work.

For mere mortals

Rooms start from $700/night.

Always in the gossip rags as the place for Hollywood stars, the O&O regularly hosts Jennifer...

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The One & Only Palmilla, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Always in the gossip rags as the place for Hollywood stars, the O&O regularly hosts Jennifer Aniston and George Clooney, along with his latest scoop du jour. Poolside is like your very own movie set, where you can lounge in the sun with the best of them. After all, being a movie star is hard work.

For mere mortals

Rooms start from $700/night.

Courtyard Marriott, Solana Beach, California

Courtyard Marriott, Solana Beach, California

Leave it to Prince Harry to keep it real. It’s a Marriott fit for a prince. And, like every good old-fashioned Marriott, there’s pool time and fun for the whole family. 

For mere mortals

You too can sleep like a royal – rooms start at $129/night.

Courtyard Marriott, Solana Beach, California

Courtyard Marriott, Solana Beach, California

Leave it to Prince Harry to keep it real. It’s a Marriott fit for a prince. And, like every good old-fashioned Marriott, there’s pool time and fun for the whole family. 

For mere mortals

You too can sleep like a royal – rooms start at $129/night.

Leave it to Prince Harry to keep it real. It’s a Marriott fit for a prince. And, like every good...

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Courtyard Marriott, Solana Beach, California

Leave it to Prince Harry to keep it real. It’s a Marriott fit for a prince. And, like every good old-fashioned Marriott, there’s pool time and fun for the whole family. 

For mere mortals

You too can sleep like a royal – rooms start at $129/night.

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