Few U.S. vacation destinations can rival Miami. It’s sunny nearly every day of the year, and there’s something in this energetic metropolis for every kind of traveler: food, culture, and of course, sizzling entertainment. Plus, most major cities have direct flights to Florida’s second-largest city. But what if you’re a solo female traveler who wants easy access to the best of Miami, and prefers a more tranquil setting as your home base? Enter The Setai Miami Beach. The iconic property gracing South Beach has long served as a discreet hideaway for the world’s most high-profile figures (Madonna, Drake, Kim Kardashian), and takes on a refreshingly hushed feel with Asian-inspired design, enticing restaurants like the upcoming Japanese eatery Japón, Valmont for The Spa, and attentive service.
Florence, Italy
Courtesy of NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa
As the capital city of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence resembles a dreamy, open-air museum. It’s impossible to stroll its cobbled walkways without spotting striking architecture that beckons you to pause. Iconic art, too, is a big draw, with Palazzo Vecchio and Accademia Gallery topping our list. Despite the crowds, taking in a sunset at Ponte Vecchio Bridge is essential, as is sampling classic Tuscan cuisine (pappa al pomodoro, bistecca alla fiorentina) at the swanky Cantinetta Antinori. After a day of exploration, unwind at NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa. Situated in the heart of Florence and believed to be Italy’s oldest hotel, the boutique property has 70 spacious rooms—request room 121, which is embellished with original 18th-century frescos—marrying historic touches with modern-day comforts including Porta Rossa Bistrot, the signature Tuscan restaurant helmed by female chef Viviana Costa.
Columbus, Ohio
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