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Scarlet Lady, Virgin Voyages’ original cruise ship, takes all your preconceived notions of a cruise ship and turns them on their head. The ship does not have a buffet or a cavernous banquet-style dining room. Kids are not welcome, but the adults-only ship gives grownups plenty of opportunities to play in both childlike and mature ways. Cruise fares include all meals, soda, basic Wi-Fi and crew gratuities, but it’s not a luxury product filled with opulent decor, sedate travelers and a stuffy vibe. Onboard entertainment will include sexual innuendos, F-bombs and queer themes. Scarlet Lady is not for everyone. But...

  By Mai Hoang / Crosscut.com Jacqueline Gabriel moved to Yakima in 2002 to escape an abusive relationship. She secured a job at Legends Casino and, for over a decade, worked to rebuild her life and raise her three youngest children. But then in 2014 she started experiencing pain and could no longer work full-time. She lost her job and eventually her apartment. While moving in and out of homelessness for a decade, Gabriel and her children slept in her car, couch-surfed with friends and family and on multiple occasions slept outside and in emergency shelters around the Yakima Valley....

When you have a full house, getting uninterrupted access to the bathroom can feel like snagging dinner reservations to the most exclusive restaurant in town. On days when your one bathroom home just doesn’t cut it, many of us dream of the elusive bathroom addition with privacy for everyone. The only challenge? Adding a new bathroom is pricey. But in the right home, the addition will not only improve your quality of life — it will also make the property appeal to a whole different pool of buyers when you eventually decide to sell it. “If you only have one...

Waldorf Astoria is a name synonymous with refined luxury and unparalleled service. Ever since the iconic brand opened in New York City over a century ago, Waldorf Astoria has set the standard for grandeur, attracting discerning travelers (including many Hilton Honors members) worldwide. From vibrant urban retreats to serene coastal escapes to captivating cultural destinations, Waldorf Astoria properties offer a distinctive fusion of flawless service, awe-inspiring architecture, exquisite dining and outstanding amenities. But which Waldorf Astoria outposts are truly the best? Here, TPG shares a list of the world’s finest Waldorf Astoria hotels and resorts. [roundup-affiliate type="hotel" capi-id="8752" post-id="1444366"] Nestled...

On South Miami Avenue, in the sparkling business and leisure district of Brickell, one finds the unmissable architectural landmark of SLS Brickell Hotel & Residences. Showcasing the design genius of Philippe Starck, and the compelling Miami luxury lifestyle embodied by SLS, this property is the place to stay in Miami’s buzzing new financial and leisure area. Brickell is Miami’s Manhattan, a cluster of shimmering skyscrapers, home to businesses, fancy condominiums and fabulous hotels. It’s without doubt one of our favourite parts of the city, a modern district with an amazing shopping centre, Brickell City Centre, cool bars, clubs and some...