Founded in 1904, The Explorers Club (TEC) was established by explorers to create a fellowship among those who push the limits of human capability and offer a gathering place for explorers to share stories and strategize for their next expeditions. More than just a meeting spot, the club is a historical hub of groundbreaking discoveries, scientific advancements, and unwavering human determination. Its alumni include notable figures such as Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person to summit Mount Everest; Thor Heyerdahl, whose Kon-Tiki expedition captivated the world; and Neil Armstrong, the first human to set foot on the moon. From the deepest depths of the ocean to space missions, members of the club have charted the uncharted. The Explorers Club is a multidisciplinary society promoting field research, scientific exploration, and resource conservation. It is also one of the most distinguished social clubs in the known universe. Renowned for fostering a spirit of curiosity and adventure, it is a prestigious institution where a passion for exploration, investigation, and venturing into the unknown flourishes.

To read the full article by Third Expediction Columnists, Jett and Kathryn Britnell visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

HBO’s salacious ‘The White Lotus” has sparked a significant rise in tourism to the locations featured in the season’s series. “The White Lotus” first season at the picturesque Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, and the second season in Sicily, Italy along with the third season filmed in Koh, Samui, Thailand have experienced a notable increase in interest and bookings.

To read the full article by California Dreaming columnist Jill Weinlein visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort dispels the notion that one side of a hotel offers a much better view than the other. In fact, no matter which direction they look, all of the guests at this Tucson, AZ, luxury resort enjoy epic views of the Catalina Mountains, two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses, a waterfall, and sunscapes that are suitable for framing. This 100-acre retreat was built not only with guest experiences in mind, but with a mandate to coexist with the Sonoran Desert. Before the resort opened in 1984, the original footprint was moved to accommodate a waterfall that was discovered on the north side of the acreage. This flowing 80-foot treasure provides guests with the dual pleasure of a unique balcony view, as well as the soothing sound of rushing water in the distance.

To read the full article by Oceanviews & Fairways columnist Tim Cotroneo visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Most wine lovers who visit California will naturally want to explore the state’s most iconic wine regions – Napa Valley and Sonoma County. However, California is also home to over 150 inviting wine regions, many uncrowded, under-the-radar, and producing some outstanding wines. One of our favorites is less than a two-hour drive from downtown Napa. So, after you’ve tasted wine in California’s famous wine regions, point your car East and head towards El Dorado Wine Country, a hidden gem in California’s wine scene. Nestled in the Sierra Foothills of Northern California, El Dorado’s wine region boasts breathtaking landscapes, ranging from rolling vineyards to dramatic mountain backdrops. El Dorado offers a serene and uncrowded wine-tasting experience, unlike the bustling Napa or Sonoma regions.

To read the full article by Pam and Gary Baker visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

The distress call from the North Atlantic read: “SOS 11.50am. We have struck an iceberg. Sinking fast.  Come to our assistance. Position Lat 41.46 north Lon 50.14 west. We are putting passengers off in small boats. Weather clear.” Built at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland, RMS Titanic was launched on May 31st, 1911. With 2,223 people aboard, the most luxuriously-appointed and largest ship  ever built hit an iceberg on April 14th 1912, sinking the next morning.  1,517 people and £20m ($3.2m) worth of early twentieth-century millionaires perished on her maiden voyage. The wreck was only discovered in 1985. Every year, a wreath-laying ceremony takes place at the Titanic monument outside Belfast’s 1906 City Hall.  The names of 112 Ulstermen who died in the disaster are inscribed on the monument which depicts a goddess receiving a seaman’s body from two mermaids.

To read the full article by Kevin Pilley visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

We hailed a taxi standing outside London Bridge Train Station in the 35°F winter weather, bundled in our wool coats and gloves. The ride to The Hub by Premier Inn London Westminster Abbey Hotel was captivating. The route was similar to a sightseeing tour. As the cab drove along the Thames, we saw the brightly illuminated London Bridge, Scotland Yard, MI5, and the London Eye. We were mesmerized as we reached Big Ben. When the cabby turned right, taking us past the House of Commons and Westminster Abbey, we knew we had picked the right hotel. The Hub was two minutes further down the road.

To read the full article by Hotel Scouts Mary Charlebois and Kevin Scanlon visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

The tires rumble across the cattle guard and roll onto the gravel drive. An ancient cedar tree dominates the skyline with its grey twisting trunk and branches. To the north, cattle graze in the headlands and meadows. To the west, the Pacific Ocean crashes against the rocky, wild Mendocino Coast. The inn’s peaked metal roofs and cozy chimneys stand out against the bright blue sky. The Inn at Newport Ranch (INR), indeed, is a ranch and a five-star hotel.

To read the full article by Hotel Scouts Mary Charlebois and Kevin Scanlon visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

“A safety pin, a safety pin. My kingdom for a safety pin.” Those were Mary’s words when the zipper on her jeans broke while traveling in Bulgaria. Of course, we didn’t have one, and no one on the bus had any idea what we needed.

That day, we began brainstorming to determine what to pack to deal with life’s mishaps and emergencies. We made a list of everything we thought of. As you might imagine, we would have needed an extra trunk to carry it all. So, back to the drawing board with the stipulation that whatever we bring must fit in a zip-lock plastic bag.

To read the full article by Hotel Scouts Mary Charlebois and Kevin Scanlon visit Luxe Beat Magazine.

Interested in all things WWII, I knew my friends and I would have to visit the Meridiana Wine Estate while I was in Malta last year, enjoying a few weeks’ vacation from the States. I mean, it’s not every day you learn about a reclaimed RAF airfield once used during the height of the war, now a very successful business benefiting from the balmy Mediterranean climate and moisture-retentive blue-clay subsoil within close proximity to the sea. We planned our arrival early so we could wander around the property a bit and take photos before the tour and tasting began. Even though it was early January, it was hot and sticky. I could feel the afternoon sweat between my shoulder blades. Thank goodness there was a breeze! I remember thinking about the cold red and white wines waiting for us in the tasting room. I couldn’t wait to try them all!

To read the full article by Theresa St. John click here.

An immersive exhibition exploring the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela opens May 24th at the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) in Seattle. “Mandela: The Official Exhibition” offers visitors a rare look at Mandela’s journey from activist to global icon. And it features previously unseen artifacts, personal effects and a variety of deeply moving multimedia displays.

To read the full article by Debbie Stone click here.