This summer, my family (Jeff, Jack and I) spent several weeks in Spain. We started in Córdoba, ended in La Granja, and somewhere in the middle drove up a winding mountain because I wanted to see a pig. By Amanda Sauer Andalusia: Family, Friends and History In Córdoba, Jack met his primo (cousin) for the first time. The two of them rode around town together on the back of a bicycle, ate popsicles and played shadow tag as we tried to avoid the 103-degree heat. We ended our stay

By Cathy Knutson When I first saw pictures of the Azores Islands a couple of years ago, they were immediately added to my “wanderlist.” This past April, I made the journey to these magical mid-Atlantic volcanic islands – a true nature lover’s dream. The Azores are a group of 9 volcanic islands about 900 miles off the coast of Portugal full of crater lakes, thermal hot springs, volcanic peaks, miles of blue hydrangea hedgerows and eye-popping azaleas. Think the Hawaiian Island

What a two-week safari with my father and six-year-old son taught me about the value of traveling across generations. By Kris Nosworthy There are trips we take to see somewhere new, and there are trips that quietly become part of a family’s story. This past June, I traveled through South Africa and Botswana with my father, Stephen, and my six-year-old son, Lachie. Three generations on safari. Over two weeks, we moved from the restored wilderness of Phinda Private Game Reserve

Sunset over Monaco Harbor from Explora I. Waking up in the heart of the Grand Prix action is one of the biggest advantages of experiencing Monaco by sea. Every morning began with spectacular views across Monaco Harbor before stepping ashore. By Jim Bendt - A Client's Story Monaco Grand Prix by Sea: Why Explora Journeys Is the Ultimate Way to Experience Formula 1's Most Iconic Race For Formula 1 fans, the Monaco Grand Prix is the ultimate bucket-list event. For luxury traveler

Beyond the Hotel Room: The Stories That Make Four Seasons Travel Extraordinary When most people think of Four Seasons, they think of beautiful hotels, exceptional service, and iconic destinations. Those things certainly matter, but during a recent Pique Travel Design event, one message came through loud and clear: luxury travel today is about experiences, personalization, and creating memories that simply can't be replicated. The evening brought together representatives from

By Erin Green Often when I return from a trip, I feel grateful to have visited, but don't necessarily feel a strong need to return in the near future... after all, it's a big beautiful world and my Wanderlist is long! However, after a week in Brazil, I truly feel like I have barely scratched the surface of a place offering such a wide diversity of travel experiences. I'm ready to go back as soon as possible. My trip primarily focused on two incredible hotels - the Copacabana

By Amanda Sauer When you start thinking about a journey through Portugal, the main cities like Lisbon and Porto can be a logistical necessity. They are incredibly vibrant, active, and dense with history, and you absolutely should see them. But if your entire itinerary remains at that high-octane city pace, you miss the true rhythm of Portuguese life and why I personally love it. Many of you may have heard me say I want to retire here. Back in 2017, my husband Jeff and I lived

By Amanda Sauer There are places you vacation, and then there are places that feel like a second home. For my family, the British Virgin Islands is that place. I’ve been heading down there since before I was old enough to hold my own snorkel mask. This recent trip for my mom’s milestone birthday (she’ll claim she’s 36, but I’m halfway to 100, so I leave math and jokes to you) reminded me exactly why we keep coming back. The Island Hop We’ve done it every which way over the ye

If your 2026 travel plans include a cruise, and you want it to feel less like “a ship” and more like a beautifully run boutique hotel at sea—we have news. We’ve negotiated Exclusive Pique Perks with two of the most talked about names in luxury cruising: Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Explora Journeys. This is a curated collection of select sailings with special access to savings and added value, you simply won’t find online or by booking directly. And because the pricing is co

So… Saint-Tropez is acting suspiciously camera-ready. The latest chatter is that The White Lotus could be headed to France for Season 4, with Airelles Le Château de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez rumored as a filming location. HBO hasn’t confirmed anything, but our travel insiders are telling us it's true. The hotel at the center of the chatter Messardière has the exact vibe the show loves: “storybook exterior, serious-service interior.” Think sweeping Riviera views, a Valmon