If walls could talk, this historically-significant hotel would reminisce about the days that Frank Sinatra walked its hallways, the nights that Elizabeth Taylor lounged on its beds, and the times Marilyn Monroe fixed her iconic lipstick in its powder room. But, alas, the walls are good at keeping secrets. The STAYCATIONERS, however, always slay and tell—and there’s plenty to divulge about the Ambassador Chicago. To pay homage to the beauty of ...
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When the wilderness calls, you answer. And by wilderness we mean historic-mansion turned-modern-hotel in the mid-Hudson valley, of course. Less than two hours from NYC, Hasbrouck House is the bucolic luxury escape your Pinterest board has been begging for... so naturally, THE STAYCATIONERS packed their pjs, grabbed the gin, and hit the road in a brand new, ultra-spacious Buick Enclave Avenir (seat warmers and all) for some much-needed upstate R&R. THE SPOT: ...
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Any real New Yorker knows to avoid 42nd St. at all costs usually, but now that the MOXY has officially opened its doors in Times Square, THE STAYCATIONERS were willing to make an exception. Dressed in their Midtown finest (furs and all), the crew bravely headed straight for the belly of the beast to explore the whimsical millennial playland for themselves. Enter if you dare. THE SPOT: MOXY Times Square | ...
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The term "diplomat" carries plenty of meaning: important international affairs, super short airport customs lines, and being generally skilled at carrying oneself in everyday situations. While Hollywood's new crown jewel requires neither lengthy political conversation nor passport control, its moniker is apropos given its stately status and air of refinement. After all, we'd expect nothing less from a cool $100M renovation. Without further ado, THE STAYCATIONERS present a candy and ...
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Glamour, art, and culture—an entire weekend dedicated to just that, spent inside of a place that lives by those rules exactly. And while THE STAYCATIONERS weren’t part of the Lollapalooza lineup, The Gwen gave the crew the rockstar treatment (minus the illicit substances). The lobby's jewel-toned fixtures glow beneath glittering chandeliers for an alluring, timeless art-deco aesthetic, serving as a visually rich precursor to the soft bathrobes and soothing light ...
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Enter if you dare... on All Hallows' Eve, THE STAYCATIONERS checked into the Thompson Suite at Gild Hall for a haunted hotel soirée of murderous proportions. They invited their most bewitched friends and channeled the other side (new medium who dis?). There were séances, pumpkins aplenty, tarot readings, wine and cocktails courtesy of Felice, goodies from Economy Candy, pajamas (le duh) by Splendid, and all-around witchy vibes. To say the theme ...
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Warm California breeze. Black and white striped pool umbrellas. Ideal retro fonts around every corner. FROZÉ GLOBES. If anything sets the scene for the perfect Los Angeles staycation, it's this magic cocktail of midcentury Hollywood glam...The Beverly Hilton is calling, and THE STAYCATIONERS would be fools not to answer. Come on in! The water's fine. THE SPOT: The Beverly Hilton | 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 THE STATS: 561 rooms ...
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In New York, it's hard to find a place beloved by both locals and tourists alike. Unsurprisingly, with its artisanal dining stations, premium produce, and conveniently central rooftop bar, Eataly Flatiron manages to beautifully bridge that gap...so, when the team at Gild Hall invited THE STAYCATIONERS to an "Italian Summer" themed stay (starting off with a tour of Eataly's brand new downtown location) it was an obvious, "sì, grazie!" Now that ...
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Don’t let the B&B part fool you—The Publishing House will transform the way you envision "bed and breakfast." It’s living, breathing proof that comfort truly can be made chic. In a combination of luxury boutique and personalized experience, THE STAYCATIONERS relaxed the day and night away. Vintage treasures sit on shelves aligning the walls, printed wall-paper uniquely adorns every room, plants are dispersed in all of their green glory...each embellishment ...
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