ESCAPE: AMSTERDAM & LONDON

ESCAPE: AMSTERDAM & LONDON

MY DAUGHTER Amanda and I at Stonehenge. Photo taken by a kind tourist. FIVE YEARS AGO, AFTER VISITING A FRIEND STUDYING ABROAD, my daughter Amanda, now 28, moved to Amsterdam. The transition hadn’t been easy, but she found her groove, new friends, work, and began to...
Paradise in Puerto Vallarta

Paradise in Puerto Vallarta

It may be autumn, but if you’re dreaming of blue summer skies and ice-cold cocktails by the coast, it may be time to book your next getaway to the stunning beaches of Puerto Vallarta. Whether you’re booking a girls’ trip, a romantic holiday, or flying solo, The...
The Magic of Todos Santos

The Magic of Todos Santos

As chilly fall weather descends on New York, nothing calls louder than the warm, beautiful beaches of Mexico. For a getaway that combines lavish relaxation and adventurous immersions into rich, local culture, Todos Santos is the ideal excursion. The Guaycara Boutique...
Green Mountain Dream

Green Mountain Dream

Edson Hill, the family-run resort in Stowe, Vermont, offers a luxurious retreat in a natural setting. AFTER A HECTIC WORK SCHEDULE putting the finishing touches on DOWNTOWN’s summer issue, I had the opportunity for a brief respite at the distinguished luxury resort...