FROM THE JOURNAL
May 13, 2026
I paid full price for a six-night sailing on Four Seasons' first ultra-luxury yacht and reviewed it across my five categories. What I found was one of the most interesting luxury travel experiences I've had: incredible potential, but major issues to work through.
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January 30, 2026
I stayed at Ishara Kenya, often noted as the very best and highest-end stay in the country. With an incredible 5:1 staff-to-guest ratio, I explored what makes this property so special and gave it my full review out of 50.
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January 13, 2026
Built inside the grand shell of a 130-year-old bank, the Four Seasons Madrid is an icon of the city an extraordinary fusion of old-world capital and ultra-modern polish. Here's how it scored across Ambiance, Room, Dining, Service, and It-Factor.
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