Jeffsetter Travel

04/22/2025

Athens blends ancient wonder with modern creativity. Stroll through revitalized neighborhoods like Psyri and Metaxourgeio, where art studios and stylish cafés line the streets. Visit the Alekos Fassianos Museum, honoring Greece’s “Picasso,” and explore the archaeological site beneath the Acropolis Museum—now open for an up-close look at ancient villas and bathhouses. Let’s plan your inspired escape to this ever-evolving city. 🏛️✨



📷: Graydon Herriott

The cradle of democracy marches on.

04/15/2025

A weekend escape to Portland just got even better. The Ritz-Carlton, Portland, blends modern luxury with the city’s creative energy, offering a prime downtown location for shopping, dining, and exploring.

Here are five reasons to check in. ⬇️

A luxe addition to the Downtown Portland scene that’s positioned for maximum shopping.

04/15/2025

The TSA will begin enforcing the REAL ID Act in just a few weeks.

04/11/2025

For our final night in Barcelona, we went out with a bang—an unforgettable tasting menu at COME by Paco Méndez. The Michelin star? Absolutely earned. Each course was a bold, beautiful fusion of Mexican flavors and Catalan creativity. Don’t miss the final postre, it’s smokin’!

If you’re planning a trip to Barcelona, do yourself a favor and COME hungry.

04/10/2025

Your next Caribbean vacation just got an upgrade. Think: infinity pools that melt into the sea, lush rainforest hikes, and sunset views from your private terrace. These new villas blend privacy with resort-style perks. 🌅🌿

Recently opened retreats with room for the whole (extended) family.

04/08/2025

A posh countryside estate makes its mark in New Jersey.

Pendry Natirar brings quiet luxury to Somerset County’s rolling hills—about 45 miles from Manhattan. Set on 500 acres, this reimagined Tudor-style mansion offers farm-to-table dining, a 19,000-square-foot spa, and views that feel a world away. 🧺🌳



📷: Pendry Natirar

A posh countryside estate makes its mark in New Jersey (yes, you read that right).

04/03/2025

Halkidiki is where in-the-know travelers go to summer like the Greeks. Just an hour from Thessaloníki, this trio of Aegean peninsulas offers quiet coves, charming villages, and blissfully uncrowded beaches—no reservations required. 😎

Learn more below ⬇️



📷: Greek National Tourism Organization

From Thessaloníki, it’s an hour’s drive to the mainland’s best beaches.

04/01/2025

With rooftop views, umami-packed bites, and a grand marble bathtub, Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is the discreet star of Hanover Square. Read more about why it’s worth a stay below. ⬇️

Tucked away in Hanover Square, the 50-room Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London, which opened in June 2024, is one of those easy-to-miss but instantly unforgettable spots.

03/25/2025

Sun, sea, and cheese-stuffed focaccia—Recco’s annual Festa della Focaccia is a must for food lovers. Held every May, this festival celebrates the town’s signature crispy, gooey flatbread with tastings, contests, and plenty of local charm. ☀️

Learn more about this hidden gem ⬇️



📷: Susan Wright

In Recco, sunny days call for a carb-packed celebration.

03/18/2025

The Auberge Resorts Collection’s 106-room Bowie House brings Fort Worth flair with upscale Western-inspired design, a curated 500-piece art collection, and Texas-style hospitality (starting with house-made cornbread on arrival). 🤠✨

Here are five standout reasons to book a stay. ⬇️



📷: Bowie House

Get to know this upscale stomping ground in Fort Worth, Texas.

03/06/2025

Madrid is home to a compelling mix of historic and of-the-moment art. Beyond the Prado and Reina Sofía, its contemporary scene thrives in galleries like Opera and Alzueta, and festivals like ARCOmadrid and Casa Decor. There's always something new to discover, from hyperrealist sculptures at Villa Magna to avant-garde installations. 🖼️🌟

Spain’s capital is home to a compelling mix of historic and of-the-moment art.

02/25/2025

Messenia has it all: history, culture, nature, and hospitality. This under-the-radar gem in the Peloponnese is drawing travelers with soft-sand beaches, iconic olive groves, world-class golf courses, and scenic nature trails—all just a short drive from Athens.

Read more to see why it belongs on your Greece itinerary.

📷: Greek National Tourism Organization

Messenia has it all!

02/20/2025

Dreaming of seeing the northern lights? Discover what it’s like to brave Norway’s winter to catch a glimpse of the aurora borealis.

Read more about this thrilling journey! ⬇️



📷: Matt Dutile

Braving Norway’s winter temps to meet the aurora borealis where it's at.

02/18/2025

London’s luxury hotel scene continues to evolve, offering new stays for every kind of traveler. Whether you're drawn to literary history, royal grandeur, or sleek modern design, there’s a perfect match waiting for you. 🏨🇬🇧

Overnights for book lovers, Bond nerds, royal obsessives, and more.

02/06/2025

From Finnish saunas to Japanese onsen, these five hotel bathhouses turn bathing into an experience. Find out where to soak in history, culture, and pure relaxation.

Image: Mezzatorre Hotel & Thermal Spa

Roman baths, Japanese onsen, Finnish saunas, and more destination-worthy immersions.

02/04/2025

The Ionians are like nowhere else in Greece. Pastel buildings, moated fortresses, and cypress forests showcase the country’s green side, while tranquility reigns. With fewer crowds and a lot of charm, this archipelago invites you to uncover its quieter treasures. 🌿



📷: Greek National Tourism Organization

The Ionians maintain an air of urbane tranquility; travelers encounter Italian-inflected dishes and philharmonic symphonies alongside lush mountains and resident sea turtles.

02/01/2025

This week at U.S Forum, we connected with some of our esteemed members and partners who shared their insights on the top travel trends for the year ahead.

What do you think is on the horizon for travel in 2025? Share your thoughts below!

01/30/2025

Explore Florence’s creative side and meet the sculptors, painters, and designers redefining the city’s artistic legacy with works that honor and reimagine its Renaissance roots.

📷: Sofie Delauw

These sculptors, painters, and designers represent a new wave for the Renaissance capital.