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Sterrekopje Farm · Stellenbosch
Sterrekopje Farm South Africa
“Words and pictures do not do this place justice. It’s a one-of-a-kind stay in South Africa that nourishes mind, body, and soul, and has insanely beautiful interiors inspired by the owners’ global travels. The hypno manifestation therapy with Gerrit is not to be missed. The hotel is not cheap, but all meals and daily spa treatments are included in the nightly rate, and I promise this spot falls into the category of “hotels worth splurging on.” — Emma
Kistefos Museum · Oslo
Kistefos Oslo
“Simply exceptional art destination one-hour by car from Oslo. The highlight of my Oslo trip, and a place that deserves way more attention than it gets.” — Emma
Bord · Stockholm
Bord Stockholm
“My favorite dinner in Stockholm, with a casual-cool atmosphere and impeccable menu of sharing plates. Don’t miss the scallop baked in a criminal amount of herbed butter. Tip: there’s one table in the kitchen, you can’t reserve it but if you see it open, ask for it!” — Emma
wani · Paris
Wani Paris
“A very cute and cozy Japanese café that opened this year in my neighborhood in Paris. The pastries (matcha flan, sesame choc chip cookies) are excellent but don’t overlook the savory items either (think chirashi bowls and sourdough topped with tomme and black truffle).” — Emma
Caché Comporta · Comporta
Cache Comporta
“We dined twice at this stylish beach restaurant in Comporta, from the team behind Paris’ Cache restaurant. Turbot and potatoes with miso butter on repeat.” — Emma
Poissonnerie Kennedy · Marseille
Poissonerie Kennedy Marseille
“This recently reopened spot near the beach in Marseille is pretty perfect. Laid-back vibe, ultra-fresh fish, and cool, relaxed decor. Come for a long, wine-filled lunch after time by the water at nearby Anse de Maldormé.” — Emma
Paz & Arroz · Biarritz
Paz y Arroz Guéthary
“One of the best bites of the year was from this Brazilian-inspired food truck in Guéthary. Great local vibes, right on the water. I still think about the moqueca with fresh fish on black rice. An absolute must when in Biarritz.” — Hunter
Dueodde Strand · Svaneke
Dueodde Strand Bornholm
“My solo trip to Bornholm was hands-down the highlight of my year. Such a peaceful, supernatural place, the Danish island is known for its fine sand beaches and lush forest, and feels gleefully untouched, with fishing towns dotted along the coastline. I felt like I was moonwalking in the middle of the Baltic Sea at Dueodde Strand, a beach with such soft, velvet-like, and blindingly white sand—something I’ll never forget.” — Hunter
PANAILLE - Bordeaux · Bordeaux
Panaille Bordeaux
“I really wasn’t expecting this bright, neighborhood restaurant in Bordeaux to blow me away, but every bite was truly excellent, a creative and seasonal menu inspired by the founders' travels. Go for a leisurely lunch and order every dish.” — Hunter
Sofiebadet · Copenhagen
Sofiebadet Copenhagen
“Our post red-eye visit to this beautiful and historic bathhouse (with original high ceilings and marble showers) in Copenhagen for sauna, steam room, cold plunge, and hot bath on repeat was one of my more brilliant ideas.” — Hunter
Bar Oliver · Manhattan
Bar Oliver New York
“My favorite restaurant in New York this year, with the best vibes and truly excellent Basque food. Everyone’s just having a great time eating delicious Spanish food and drinking vermouth and wine. One of those meals where you finish and immediately want to go back—and I did, over seven times this year (which says a lot in NYC).” — Hunter
The Fat Badger | Notting Hill · London
The Fat Badger London
“This rustic-chic, farmhouse-style restaurant in Notting Hill has no set menu, instead the chefs decide what seasonal dishes to serve that night. But it was the little touches, like the personalized, hand-written dated menu with all the details of everything we had to eat and drink, that made the meal so special.” — Hunter
Bobe · Copenhagen
Bobe Copenhagen
“A gem that somehow still feels like a secret. We went after I ran the Copenhagen marathon and everything was perfect, perfect, perfect. Side note: more places should serve freshly spun cotton candy with espresso, that’s all I’m saying.” — Hunter
BOMI · Manhattan
Bomi New York
“I rarely want to buy everything in a single store, but this beautifully curated concept shop in the heart of Soho is an exception.” — Hunter
Plage du Port Vieux · Biarritz
Port Vieux Biarritz
“This beautiful cove and beach in Biarritz is stunning any way you experience it and from all viewpoints, whether that's from up above on the cliffs watching sunbathers and swimmers in the ocean, or swimming in the protected cove, or venturing out further into the Atlantic, or from a towel on the beach…idyllic, authentic living on the Basque coast.” — Hunter
Chelsea Physic Garden · London
Chelsea Physic Garden London
“I moved from New York to London this past year, so it’s been 365+ days of discovering new haunts and favorites. To me, one of the best things about London is how seriously this city takes its green spaces, and the Chelsea Physic Garden tops the list for me. Originally created for apothecaries, it’s one of the oldest botanical gardens in the city, and it’s home to 4,500+ medicinal & edible plants (including my favorite pomegranate tree).” — Shauna
Villa Carmignac Porquerolles
“Not only is Porquerolles a special, untouched gem of an island, but I was blown away by the collection at Villa Carmignac. You walk through the exhibit barefoot, and they burn an incense and offer a herbal tea inspired by the exhibit to enhance the overall mood and experience. It’s one of those places that feels a bit like a vortex in a good way, and the grounds, art, and food are spectacular.” — Shauna
Radio 91.3 Active Sifnos
“Not necessarily a place (though somehow you can find this radio station’s headquarters on a map), but Radio 91.3 Active in Sifnos is a top discovery for a few reasons: the music is great and not entirely what you’d elect to play yourself (I will occasionally stream it), you absolutely need a car in Sifnos (an island I cannot wait to revisit), and it felt like a welcome reminder of the occasional joys of going analog.” — Shauna
3 Days Of Design Copenhagen
“My first ever visit to Copenhagen (gasp!) was for this year’s 3 Days of Design, and I had an incredible time. 3 Days of Design feels community-led and not at all commercial; almost like neighbors with excellent taste and unlimited budgets decided to throw open house block parties on the same set of days. Highlights were exhibits by Tekla, Frama, Griegst, and Charlotte Taylor.” — Shauna
Space Talk · London
Space Talk London
“The music, the drinks, the space—all are excellent. Plus, I really love a place that adheres to a no photos rule (especially today; it’s a vibe-shifting social contract).” — Shauna
Portobello Road Market · London
Turner Vintage London
“I love to dig for vintage, but it’s a luxury to find a vendor with a supply I love, without many exceptions. This one is open at the Portobello Market and the owner is among the best hype-people around (without being salesy).” — Shauna
The Archivist Store · Paris
The Archivist Paris
“Another vintage spot but a very worthy inclusion—The Archivist is among my most-frequented stops in Paris. They have a fantastic curation, and I always leave with something special, and perfectly worn-in.” — Shauna
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