Bidding adieu to the season of sandals, white denim, and days spent soaking up the sun also calls for a wardrobe revamp. What’s more, as we inch into fall and its creature comforts (pumpkin spice lattes, foliage drives, and apple-picking outings), we tend to reach for cozier basics to keep us warm all autumn long. Enter the best cardigans for women: Versatile and stylish, these fall fashion staples come in an array of different lengths—from cropped to knee-length to even longer—and materials. Speaking of the latter, cashmere or wool cardigans are great options if you’re looking for optimal warmth; otherwise, you’ll find plenty of cotton, polyester, or nylon blends that offer comfort and durability that’ll last for months (if not years) on end.
London Adds Some Spectacular New Hotels This Fall
29.08.2023 - 19:43 / forbes.com / Winston Churchill / Ian Fleming / James Bond / London
As autumn collections go, it’s looking pretty spectacular. On September 12, the Peninsula opens its doors in London for the first time. The position is superb - overlooking Hyde Park corner, close to Buckingham Palace. Architect Peter Marino has opted for a calm and considered approach in the 190 rooms and suites; they are as large and well-designed as you'd hope from their price tag, from £1,300 a night.
Your eye will be drawn to the floor-to-ceiling windows and the views beyond of Wellington Arch, the trees of Buckingham Palace gardens and Hyde Park Corner. The wellness offering, opening in November, is every bit as strong as you’d hope from this leading Hong Kong brand; a 24-hour gym, group classes and workshops, 25-meter swimming pool and seven paneled treatment rooms, alongside saunas, steam rooms and relaxation lounges.
Over the past three years, London’s leading hoteliers and restaurateurs have been bemoaning the fact that their best staff have been wooed to join the Raffles London at the OWO. On September 29th, it will finally open, in what were once the offices of Winston Churchill, John Profumo and James Bond creator Ian Fleming. In the heart of Whitehall, opposite Horse Guards Parade, this ornate Edwardian beauty - a heady blend of neo-classical proportions, exquisitely preserved interiors and sense of fun will open alongside 11 restaurants and 120 billets, all overseen by legendary general manager Philippe LeBoeuf, formerly of the Mandarin Oriental in Paris and Claridge’s History buffs will love it; actually we probably all will.
More quietly, a Mandarin Oriental is opening in Mayfair’s Hanover Square in late September. There will be just 50 guest rooms alongside 78 residences for longer term stays. Compared to the front and centre nature of Knightsbridge MO, it’ll be quieter but the Akira Black restaurant will bring Michelin-starred Korean fusion cuisine.
This summer, the 1 Hotel brand headed across the Atlantic to open in Mayfair. There’s no single-use plastic, living walls take the place of cut flowers but alongside a firm commitment to sustainability will be very seasonal food from British Michelin-starred chef Tom Sellers alongside 181 serene rooms and suites; some of which have views onto Green Park.
Also just opened is The BoTree in the very delightful, villagey Marylebone, between Oxford Circus and Regent’s Park. There are 199 rooms, which bring the area’s greenery and relaxed feel with blowsy floral art and large windows. In September, the Italian LAVO Ristorante will translate over from its Los Angeles mothership.
When Londoners want unadulterated fun, they head to Soho. The Broadwick, first tipped to open in 2021, will have 47 panache-laden guestrooms and nine suites when it
Historic war office used by Winston Churchill is transformed into luxury Raffles London hotel
It’s been hidden from public eyes for more than a hundred years. But in a few weeks time, the former Old War Office in London, Whitehall will finally open its doors after a multi-million-dollar transformation.
The $1,600-a-night luxury hotel that was 30 years in the making
It turns out that luxury London hotels are like buses. You wait ages for one to open, and then two, or in this case several, come at once.
New Hyatt promo: Earn 3,000 bonus points on stays this fall
Thanks to Hyatt's newest Bonus Journeys promotion, World of Hyatt members can earn 3,000 bonus points for every three eligible nights on select stays at more than 1,250 Hyatt hotels and resorts from Oct. 6-Nov. 30.
New US Hotel Openings to Watch for This Fall
Hotels are always opening across the U.S. as hospitality giants such as Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt expand their footprint and charming new boutiques pop up.
The Grownup Guide To Wilmington, NC, and Beaches This Fall
Leave the daily grind at home and treat yourself to a grownup good time in Wilmington, NC, and its beaches this fall. Whether you’re looking forward to a solo getaway, a trip sans kids, a romantic retreat, a retirement adventure, or a friend meetup, this is an ideal destination for mixing the sun and sea with historic charm, coastal cuisine, and city sightseeing year-round — especially after Labor Day, when kids are back in school. Dive into live tunes by the water, ride the waves on scenic cruises, dig into authentic history and culture, and savor coastal eats all on one trip.
Top tips for visiting London on a budget
London has a reputation as one of the most eye-wateringly expensive cities to visit in Europe. Its fame and global appeal have long made it a top ‘bucket list’ destination, with jacked-up accommodation prices and exorbitantly priced experiences, from swanky fine dining to designer shopping.
The 10 best day trips from London – escape to the country
London is a world unto itself and it's only natural that many travelers never look beyond the confines of the city limits.
New Restrictions Are Coming for NYC Airbnbs This Fall — What to Know
It will soon be harder to find a vacation rental in New York City.
Winston Churchill’s Old War Office Set to Open as Luxury Hotel
There are many historical properties turned into luxury hotels.
What’s Hot in LGBTQ+ Travel This Fall
Vacaya Day of the Dead celebration. (Photo Credit: Vacaya)
These New Hotels Could Turn Bangkok Into A Luxury Destination
When Edmund Jenkins visited Bangkok recently, he knew he had to stay at the Mandarin Oriental.