Inside The Standard in the East Village, Where We Hosted Our 20th Birthday

There's a reason the East Village is one of New York City's most iconic neighborhoods. Walking around the area, you can feel the air buzzing with a certain young, creative energy: residents, students, and tourists alike spill out of boutique shops, bustling restaurants, and trendy bars.

Right in the heart of it all is The Standard, East Village, an equally iconic destination. Known for its sprawling views of Manhattan, the hotel has been the host of many high-profile events - including, most recently, Popsugar's 20th birthday party. We were very excited for the opportunity to partner with The Standard to bring our Y2K celebration to life at its beautiful Penthouse, an indoor-outdoor venue with panoramic views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Several of our team members stayed overnight at The Standard as well, and we can attest to the fact that this is the perfect spot for your next marquee event or trip to Manhattan. To learn more about the hotel, keep reading.

About The Standard, East Village

• The 21-story building offers sprawling views of Manhattan, with rooms ranging from deluxe suites like the Corner King to more efficient Standard Queen rooms.
• Dining options include Cuna Restaurant and Cuna Bar & Lounge, which offer Mérida-inspired dinner and brunch fare; the all-day stalwart Café Standard; and The Garden, which offers bites and beverages and turns into Chasing the Sun, a partnership with Veuve Clicquot, from June 20 through Labor Day.
• The hotel offers several excellent event spaces, including The Penthouse, where we hosted our party; The Overlook, a meeting and banquet room; and The Garden, which is perfect for outdoor cocktail receptions.
• While there isn't a fitness center on-site, guests have free access to Crunch Fitness, which is across the street.

What We Like About The Standard, East Village

We have to start with The Penthouse, where we hosted our Y2K-inspired birthday party. When we say that this was the ultimate venue for a special occasion like our party, it's a total understatement. As the elevator doors opened to the space, our guests audibly gasped: the views were simply breathtaking. The floor-to-ceiling windows allow the city itself to be the backdrop of any event, with unbelievable photo opps across the entire venue.

Guests, including Monique Coleman and Taryn Delanie Smith, enjoy the outside area of The Penthouse. Image Source: Melissa Alper

Speaking of, The Penthouse offers more than 1,300 feet of indoor space, where we were able to have separate areas for different aspects of the party: the main room, where our DJ spun beats; an area that housed the bar and charcuterie display; and another lounge area with seating and a photobooth. It was the perfect layout for about 150 guests to mingle, pick up their VIP gift bags, snap nostalgic photos, and dance.

On a beautiful summer evening, the wraparound outside space was also a crowd favorite: celebrities like Monique Coleman, Taryn Delanie Smith, and Kaylor Martin loved taking photos with their friends as the Empire State Building framed the background. Another note about hosting at The Penthouse: the entire staff at The Standard made sure guests were enjoying the cocktails, bites, and views, and were a pleasure to work with.

Our team also had the opportunity to stay overnight at the hotel. The rooms are comfortable and well-appointed, and the large windows - which look out over the city - make you feel like you have breathing space even amid all the hustle and bustle. We enjoyed working from and hanging out in The Garden, which was a tranquil reprieve from the concrete jungle.

Photos show the inside of The Standard's guest rooms. Image Source: The Standard

And anyone who lives in or has visited New York knows that location is everything. The Standard couldn't be better situated - while it's on a relatively quiet street, it's right in the heart of downtown, just steps from SoHo shops, Washington Square Park, and all the fun bars in the Lower East Side. It'd be the perfect landing spot for someone who had never visited Manhattan before, as well as a seasoned visitor who loves being in the center of it all.

Ultimately, The Standard offers a quintessentially New York experience, with well-designed details (like a funky mirror inside the elevators) and unbeatable views of the entire city. When we say it's dreamlike, we're not exaggerating - any stay or event will make you feel like you're among the clouds.

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Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.

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17 Bucket-List Hotels to Visit, According to PS Editors and Reviews

Even with all the lodging options available to travelers these days, hotels are still at the top of my list. There's nothing quite like checking in, enjoying the luxurious amenities, and having the best service at your fingertips, from the concierge to in-room dining. When those same properties offer one-of-a-kind experiences - like cooking lessons with an executive chef or exclusive access to a national park - the case for staying at a hotel is even stronger.

The best hotels truly break the mold with the experiences they offer, whether it's a personal bath butler (yes, seriously) or a nightlife curator who hosts an evening out on the town for guests. To celebrate the best of the best, we rounded up some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. The criteria? The highest ratings on check-in, amenities, staff, and demand, as well as glowing reviews from travelers around the world.

This list of hotels caters to every type of travel experience: there's a wellness retreat complete with an onsite shaman for ceremonies; a floating hotel with preserved design details for history buffs; and a glamorous beachside property that appeared in HBO's "The White Lotus." Keep scrolling to see the best hotels of the year - you're bound to find one to add to your must-visit list.

Check Out the LA Hotel Where We Stayed For Our Aughts Effect Cover Shoot

This story is part of our Aughts Effect package, which celebrates 20 years of Popsugar - and enduring culture. Read all the stories here.

The Popsugar team is no stranger to travel. While we have a couple of folks in Los Angeles, most of our staff lives in New York. That means our cover shoots - which are often in LA - require quite a bit of back and forth. Such was the case when we photographed our four Aughts Effects cover stars - Daniella Monet, Monique Coleman, Sabrina Bryan, and Tahj Mowry - in a mall in Koreatown back in June.

Not only did team members fly in for the shoot; so did Coleman, who lives on the East Coast. When we met her at CitizenM, a hotel in downtown LA, she was bright-eyed and enthusiastic, even after a six-hour flight. Her vibrancy matched the decor of the lobby, which featured pops of primary color and funky accents.

We ended up using CitizenM as our home base throughout the shoot. We did a full-on fitting in one of the hotel's rooms, which proved to be spacious enough for several racks of clothing and all the heeled flip-flops your heart could desire.

Keep reading to learn more about the hotel and hear why our team thought it was the perfect landing spot for a quick trip to LA.

About CitizenM Los Angeles Downtown

• Located at South Spring and West 4th Streets, the hotel is situated centrally in downtown Los Angeles.
• The rooms are made for two adults, each featuring an XL king bed, rainfall shower, and a tablet to control everything from the temperature to the blackout blinds.
• The hotel features a fitness center and meeting rooms on site, making it perfect for work travel.
• CanteenM, the bar-restaurant on-site, is open 24 hours.

What We Liked About CitizenM

This was truly a great hotel for work travel. The location meant that we were a 15-minute drive from our shoot location in Koreatown, and not far from other popular areas of the city. Our stylist had to run all over Los Angeles tracking down the most iconic 2000s pieces, and she was able to make it back to CitizenM in time for our fitting with Coleman. The rooms, though cozy, still had ample space for several racks of clothing. We displayed all of the accessories on the roomy desk as well.

The rooms themselves proved to be highly efficient, perfect for a few nights on a work trip. The XL king-sized bed was roomy and very cozy - which actually made it difficult to get out of bed in time for our early wakeup calls.

Our creatively minded staff also loved the design touches throughout the hotel, from the paper lantern lights in the rooms to the plant walls in the lobby, which is affectionately named the "Living Room." We spent a whole afternoon spread out there, working from outlet-equipped tables and walking up to CanteenM, the bar-restaurant, for Diet Cokes and coffees. We also enjoyed a pre-dinner drink there, toasting to a successful cover shoot in the books.

Who Is CitizenM Best For?

CitizenM Los Angeles Downtown is best for solo travelers or couples looking for a hip, clean, and efficient stay in LA. We'd happily book it again the next time we're working on a shoot in the City of Angels.

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Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.

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How I Found Tranquility in the Center of Chicago

When I first visited Chicago in the summer of 2021, I was perplexed that it had taken me more than 25 years to visit. It's a gem of a city, its architecture just as charming and impressive as it promises to be. And while it's world-class, it still has that Midwestern charm: its residents are kind and laid-back, and it's not as expensive as New York or Los Angeles.

Since that first trip with my partner - who was born in the Chicago suburbs and whose family still lives across the area - I've looked forward to every trip back (honestly, even those during the winter). When my good friend (also a Chicago native) invited us to her July wedding, we started planning a very packed itinerary to make time to see our friends and family, enjoy the wedding, and explore Chicago.

As a fan of Four Seasons properties, I reached out to the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, and the staff generously offered to host us at their property. We spent two blissful nights in the hotel's Premier Suite, where we got the full Chicago summer experience with gorgeous views of the lake, tasty meals with friends, and peaceful mornings in our luxurious suite.

As if I needed another reason to love the city, I'd be excited to visit the Four Seasons Chicago literally anytime - even in the dead of winter. (Really!)

About the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

• The hotel has 345 rooms and suites equipped with marble bathrooms and premium bedding. I stayed in the Premier Suite, which has gorgeous views of the lake, a huge living room, a wet bar, and two bathrooms.
• Rates start at about $485 per night for a City View room and at more than $1,000 per night for the Premier Suite.
• There's an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center in the building, and the on-site spa has treatments like massages, facials, and body treatments.
• The hotel restaurant, Adorn, offers elevated American fare, and in-room dining is available 24/7.
• There are many family-friendly perks, including a kids' room and an in-room ice cream sundae cart.

What I Liked About the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Whenever I visit a big city like Chicago, I so appreciate staying somewhere that feels like a reprieve - but still allows you to step outside and into all the action. The Four Seasons Chicago is the ultimate encapsulation of this: it's located in the heart of the city and just steps from Lake Michigan, but the entire hotel is unbelievably serene and quiet. The Gold Coast, the neighborhood where the hotel is located, is perfect for newcomers to the city, given its proximity to Lake Shore Drive and excellent shopping.

Stepping into our Premier Suite, the views of the vast lake and Lincoln Park were breathtaking. It felt like we were among the clouds, and we were definitely above the noise of the city; we couldn't hear anything from our suite the entire weekend, which was especially nice the morning after the wedding.

Ahead of the wedding, I got to experience a heavenly Queen Skin Ritual Facial at the spa. Using 111Skin products, my esthetician made the 50 minutes feel like an indulgence, as if I were a celebrity prepping for a red-carpet event. I wished I could've stayed there for much, much longer.

The suite itself was also an ideal place to get ready for the festivities, with two gorgeous bathrooms outfitted with Le Labo products (my favorite). One morning, we invited our friends and their baby to the suite for a decadent room-service breakfast. The French toast was to die for, and later that night, we dined at Adorn and enjoyed the melon and burrata salad and double wagyu cheeseburger.

As has been noted in our Four Seasons reviews before, the aspect of the stay that we raved about to all our friends - which is saying a lot, given our lovely time hanging out in the suite - was the service. The staff was incredibly kind and courteous, and even left earplugs, bookmarks for our novels, and cord organizers for our laptops during one turndown service. This, aside from all the luxury furnishings of the hotel, truly made staying at the property feel like a five-star experience.

Who Is the Four Seasons Chicago Best For?

While the hotel would be wonderful for any traveler who enjoys staying in well-designed, luxurious hotels when traveling, I'll note that this Four Seasons location seemed especially kid-friendly. We saw families all over the hotel: hitting the pool in the middle of the day and grabbing dinner all together at Adorn at night. I could imagine the very spacious suites are perfect for a family, too.

Is Four Seasons Chicago Worth the Splurge?

For a special trip to Chicago, I would absolutely recommend staying at the Four Seasons. It was the perfect landing pad for a wedding weekend, and being there helped me to relax and find quiet calm during a busy weekend of socializing and travel. While the Premier Suite might only make sense for a special occasion given its price tag, the Lake View rooms are not exorbitantly expensive (especially when compared to hotels in cities like New York or San Francisco), and I'd definitely opt to stay there in the future.

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Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.

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What It's Like to Stay at the Vanderpump Hotel as a Bravo Die-Hard

I've spent more time with Lisa Vanderpump than I can begin to estimate. I've dined at her various Los Angeles establishments and watched all of her nine seasons of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and 12 seasons of the subsequent spinoff show "Vanderpump Rules" several times over. It can sometimes feel like I know her personally, her idiosyncrasies etched into my psyche. And now, I've spent the night at hers.

On June 11, the English restaurateur and reality star celebrated the grand opening of The Vanderpump Hotel, her Las Vegas boutique hotel in partnership with Caesars Entertainment. Smack dab in the middle of the Strip on the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, the hotel - formerly The Cromwell - has Vanderpump's fingerprints all over it, from the glamorous accommodations to the sultry, velvet-draped lobby lounge.

Asked to describe the hotel in three words, Vanderpump replies: personable, decadent, and, of course, sexy.

It's important to note that Vanderpump has become somewhat of a Vegas fixture in recent years since the 2019 opening of the Vanderpump Cocktail Garden, located in Caesars Palace. She subsequently opened the restaurants Vanderpump à Paris and Pinky's at the Flamingo. The hotel, however, is a first.

I spent three days exploring the Vegas Vanderverse in celebration of the hotel's opening weekend. It was my first time in Las Vegas, actually, which felt fitting for a proud Bravo buff. Here's how it went.

About the Vanderpump Hotel

• The Vanderpump Hotel has 188 accommodations, including 21 suites.
• The average nightly rate ranges from $200 to $500, depending on availability and time of year.
• The ground-floor casino offers 21 table games and 440 slot machines.
• The on-site restaurant is Giada, the flagship restaurant from Giada De Laurentiis.
• The lobby lounge, Gigolo, features a full cocktail menu and bar snacks.
• The lobby also features a Starbucks.
• There is a rooftop pool, Soleia, featuring bungalows and cabanas.
• The hotel's nightclub, Drai's After Hours, is back in its original home beneath the hotel after previously being located on the roof.
• The 24-hour fitness center features Peloton bikes.

What I Like About the Vanderpump Hotel

The first thing I noticed upon arriving in Vegas was the air. It was barely noon and the desert heat nearing 100°F nearly took my breath away. But before I had too much time to think about it, I was whisked away in a purple Cadillac featuring the license plate "2VILLA."

On the 10-minute drive from the airport, Vanderpump was everywhere. Advertisements for her hotel and restaurants towered over the Strip.

I pulled up to the lobby, where I was greeted by a giant display of fuchsia orchids. After a pleasant check-in, I scanned the casino floor, clocking campy details like the red telephone box backdropped by a floor-to-ceiling photo of Vanderpump in London. Further down, a gallery wall displayed highlights from Vanderpump's life, including a photo of her with her daughter Pandora as a baby, but then also her official "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" cast portrait.

The ground floor met all my aesthetic expectations: purple velvet furniture, fringe lampshades, gold hardware here, there, and everywhere. What I didn't expect was the lobby's real statement piece: a five-foot tall resin statue of Vanderpump's late pomeranian Giggy, watching over his namesake bar, Gigolo.

The statue is Vanderpump's favorite detail in the hotel. "The little guy that saved thousands of dogs," Vanderpump told Popsugar, reflecting on Giggy as the inspiration for the Vanderpump Dog Foundation. "He's an icon, he belongs there. I felt it was a little too much to ask people to bow down at his feet, but I thought his being there was a nod to all he did for all the dogs in the world."

Upstairs, the hotel is comparatively understated. When I opened the door to my double queen room, I was struck by the soft lavender and pistachio color scheme. Photos of Vanderpump are everywhere (because duh) and a quote about the "good life" and "glory" appears in both English and French in the shower. Honestly, my first impression was that this is the perfect hotel for a bachelorette trip.

For a boutique hotel, this one has many convenient features. Before the grand opening party, I ordered a margherita pizza and arugula salad from room service, and it was just what I needed before a long night of imbibing and yapping in the sweltering heat. (The lemon cookies at Giada also can't be missed.)

In the morning, I appreciated being able to slip down to Starbucks for an iced latte as the all-night partiers and early-bird gamblers crossed paths.

And though no one associates a trip to Vegas with restful sleep, I did manage to reset at the end of each (very indulgent) day thanks to the notably comfortable bed with its crisp sheets and nice variety of pillows.

Vanderpump's got good taste, not that I ever doubted her.

What to Consider Before Booking the Vanderpump Hotel

While my stay made this Bravo fan quite content, there are a few considerations for prospective travelers. For starters, it is a boutique hotel, so it won't have as many amenities and dining options as some of the larger properties, like Caesars Palace or The Venetian up the street.

That said, Caesars is easily accessible via a walkway, so I enjoyed hopping over to the hotel to eat at Peter Luger and Nobu. Also, after a grand tour of every Vanderpump dining establishment in Vegas, I can report that Pinky's at Flamingo Las Vegas was my hands-down favorite. It's a four-minute walk from the Vanderpump Hotel and worth it for the Art Deco decor alone.

One other consideration: parts of the hotel still feel very much in transition, at least during my stay. The pre-existing Soleia rooftop pool, for example, didn't seem to have the full Vanderpump treatment yet. In fact, "Love Island USA" fans might recognize it as the season two filming location. I, however, look forward to its aesthetic upgrade, which I was told will eventually happen.

Who the Vanderpump Hotel Is Best For

My first impression remains true: the Vanderpump Hotel is primed for bachelorette trips. (Even better if the group consists of Bravo fans.) It's also fitting for anyone attending BravoCon, which typically takes place at the Caesars Forum.

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Kelsey Garcia (she/her) is the lifestyle director at PS, where she oversees coverage across Balance and Health & Fitness. Kelsey is passionate about travel, wellness trends, and evolving parenting styles. Before joining the PS team as an editorial assistant in 2015, she interned at Elle and Harper's Bazaar, among other publications.

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The Under-$200 Carry-On That Changed My Travel Experience

As a beauty editor, when I think of "buttery smooth," the effects of a good lotion come to mind - rarely does the maneuvering of a suitcase. Let me explain: my experience with luggage up until this point has been largely lackluster. My last suitcase boasted a handle with loose screws that always threatened to fall out when my group was called to board, and the four wheels on the bottom rotated at their leisure, though sometimes not at all. My luggage growing up was the family's collection of softshell bags that seemed to get bullied by baggage handlers and always emerged at the other end of my destination noticeably less perky than before. However, my less-than-stellar experience with luggage ended recently when the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase ($170) arrived at my door.

What I Like About the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase

The first thing I noticed about the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase is how easily it moves. I've rolled it over carpet (why LGA remodeled all of the terminals with so much carpet, I'll never know), concrete, and even cobblestone streets on my recent trip to Italy, and had no issues with the wheels getting stuck. If anything, this Quince suitcase moves a little too well - if you are on a sidewalk with an incline, it may try to make a quick getaway.

The inside of the bag is a highlight, divided into two distinct sections. On the left side, the bag has a zippered compartment. I like to use this section for shoes, keeping them away from clothing. While some suitcases have optional zippered pouches, this one should stay closed once you've packed it to keep your things organized. The other side of the bag comes with a removal divider, cinched in place with two sturdy plastic buckles. The front of the divider has a mesh pocket where I like to stash things like sunglasses, jewelry, and an extra book. On the other side of the mesh pocket is your standard suitcase interior, with the bonus of a small pocket containing a rolled-up bag for dirty laundry inside.

The suitcase is also very sleek looking. I went with the dark green colorway, and while I was initially apprehensive to go with something other than my go-to (black), I found it to be a complementary shade to my other carry-on bags.

What's Worth Noting About the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase

Fans of luggage with one large, open compartment may find the zippered pouch on the left to be an adjustment. While convenient for footwear or separating your items, the zipper can limit how much you fit on that side. That said, space-saver bags can easily help you combat any challenges there.

The suitcase also has a tendency to show wear. On its inaugural outing (a quick weekend trip), I noticed small scuffs on the hard shell from different surfaces it brushed up against. However, Quince has a solution: in the mesh compartment when you first open the bag, there is a sponge eraser (think Mr. Clean) that can buff out most marks.

Who Is the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase Best For?

This suitcase is perfect for the frequent flyer and weekend getaways. The expandable middle allows for more storage space if you're feeling confined while retaining the rigid exterior shell that protects your belongings. I know from experience that the suitcase can stand up to a two-week trip around Europe.

Where Is the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase Available?

This suitcase is available on the Quince website.

Additional Details About the Quince Expandable Carry-On Hardshell Suitcase

• The suitcase is made of a lightweight and durable polycarbonate hard shell, with a water-resistant 75D polyester pongee.
• It comes with a three-digit security combination lock near the handle.
• You can choose from 11 colors, from dark green to lavender.
• It also comes in four sizes: two carry-on approved (20 inches and 21 inches) and two checked-bag options (24 inches and 27 inches).

- Additional reporting by Adelaide Giesey

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Jessica Harrington is the Section Lead of Beauty at Popsugar, where she oversees all vertical coverage across the website, social media, and newsletter. With over nine years of industry experience, she has interviewed numerous celebrities, reported on hundreds of beauty trends, and swatched more lipsticks than she can count. Prior to PS, Jessica worked for publications such as Makeup.com, Skincare.com, and The Zoe Report. She's based in New York City and has a degree in journalism from Hofstra University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling with her husband, thrifting, and cooking.

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Adelaide Giesey (she/her) is a shopping writer at Popsugar. With over seven years of industry experience, she is an expert in all things beauty and enjoys writing across fashion and lifestyle categories. Prior to PS, she helped shape the beauty verticals at Byrdie, Coveteur, and InStyle.

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How These Small-Business Owners Balance Their Creative Drive With Digital Demands

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Being a small-business owner in a creative field is to exist between two worlds: the artistic mind is the driving force, but the operational logistics can't go ignored either. And while modern technology makes it easier than ever, the typical workday still comes with its own messes, dwindling storage space, and plenty of troubleshooting.

That's why many turn to CleanMyMac by MacPaw, the all-in-one Mac care app, cleaner, and maintenance app. CleanMyMac helps tackle junk, duplicates, malware, and performance issues so all kinds of business professionals can, well, get back to business. Below, two creatives and business owners offer a glimpse into their daily digital lives and how their laptops keep things running.

Sabrina Swogger

Floral Designer and Owner of Flower in Style

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I first fell in love with floral design while creating the flowers for my sister's wedding. I still remember designing her bouquet and seeing how something as simple as flowers could hold so much meaning. It wasn't just arranging blooms - it was about telling a story, celebrating a milestone, and creating something beautiful for someone you love. From that moment on, I knew I wanted flowers to be a bigger part of my life and career.

After freelancing for a few years and learning from some of New York City's top florists, I decided to go out on my own and start Flower in Style, a design studio specializing in weddings, events, and brand activations. I launched the business on my birthday; it was a gift to myself. After years of helping bring other people's visions to life, I was ready to create something of my own. It was time to bet on myself and turn a longtime dream into a reality.

But starting a business was about as terrifying as it was exciting. No two days are the same. One day I'm in the flower market sourcing blooms at sunrise, and the next, I'm building proposals, designing mood boards, answering client emails, creating content, or installing florals at an event. During wedding season, my days can start at 5:00 a.m. and end at 11:30 p.m.

People see the finished arrangements, but they don't always see the bookkeeping, invoicing, marketing, and problem-solving behind the scenes - not to mention the unpredictable nature of working with a perishable product. Running a creative business sometimes means wearing every hat: designer, accountant, salesperson, marketer, customer service representative, and delivery team all at once.

My Mac is open from the moment I start my day until I go to bed. It's the central hub of my business from communicating with clients to whipping up contracts. And it allows me to bring ideas to life before a single flower is even purchased: I create mood boards, design presentations, event proposals, and marketing materials. It helps me visualize concepts, communicate ideas to clients, and organize inspiration. It essentially acts as my creative studio when I'm not physically working with flowers.

I've had clients request last-minute revisions to proposals, timelines, or design presentations mere hours before an event or meeting, and being able to quickly update documents, communicate with vendors, access contracts, and reorganize logistics from a single device has helped me navigate countless high-pressure situations. In the events world, flexibility is everything, and my Mac helps me stay responsive when things inevitably change.

It isn't without its challenges though - one of the biggest being storage. As a floral designer, I'm constantly working with high-resolution photos, videos, design decks, proposals, and event galleries. Over time, those files add up quickly. When storage starts to fill up, I've definitely noticed my computer slowing down at times, especially when I'm juggling multiple projects during wedding season.

That said, every file represents a project, a client, or a milestone in my business, so it's a challenge that comes with growth. I've learned the importance of staying organized, backing up my work, and regularly managing files to keep everything running smoothly. For these moments, I lean on Space Lens, a CleanMyMac module that analyzes my storage and presents me with a map helping me visualize large files and other folders I could stand to part ways with.

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When I first started my business, I envisioned throwing myself into the creative work. In reality, it's a balance. As my business has grown, I've realized that the administrative side often takes just as much (if not more) time than the creative side. While it took time to find that balance, I've learned that both sides are equally important. The creative work is what clients see, but the administrative work is what keeps the business running smoothly. In the end, it's all worth it to see a client's reaction when everything comes together.

Bianca Jayde

Illustrator and Owner of Bianca Jayde Design

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There's a distinct memory I have of waking up one morning, in the spring of 2023, with an unshakeable thought: "I want to get paid to make cool sh*t." Really, it was a realization that I wanted to share my art with the world, but this dream soon consumed me.

Years prior, I worked in event design before transitioning to interior design operations. Unfortunately, shortly thereafter, I lost my job due to pandemic layoffs, and while I was fortunate enough to land remote work, I was no longer working in a creative field, and for many reasons, I felt lost. But while spending all my time at home, I, like many, revisited old hobbies.

I used to love doodling as a kid but, for some reason, I stopped drawing as I got older. And I suppose because my mind was no longer being fed creatively through my day job, I had a void to fill during my off-hours, so I started putting pen, marker, and paint to paper.

This eventually led to the creation of Bianca Jayde Design. My business has gone through a few phases: I started out making art prints and notecard sets before expanding into wedding stationery and now, I even have a collection of illustrated silk scarves and cocktail napkins.

My workdays keep me on my toes - I may start the day perfecting a wedding invitation and end it sketching up a new silk scarf design. There's definitely an art form to managing not just multiple projects, but also multiple types of projects. While I love having creative agility, the biggest hurdles I face in the day-to-day are time-management and balancing client commitments with building out my product lines: I tend to prioritize client feedback and deadlines which can, at times, mean delaying working on my collections.

When you're running a creative business on your own, you're not only the artist but also the CEO, accountant, social media manager, IT specialist, and, at times, even the intern. When I feel myself getting stretched a bit too thin, I'm known to say, "I just want to draw!"

Helping me keep it all together, however, are my Mac, iPad, and iPhone. They're all synced so I'm constantly able to access my files on all three devices. I draw and find inspiration on my iPad, edit and manage projects on my Mac, and I post to social media on my iPhone.

Since I'm often working across devices, Cloud Cleanup helps me keep tabs on all my connected storage: the feature gives me all the insight into files across iCloud so that I can free up space by removing duplicate illustrations or drafts that I no longer need.

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As a one-woman show, each aspect of my business comes with a a learning curve. But that's also one of the many joys of being an artist and entrepreneur: I am constantly learning and that's what keeps me going.

Final Thoughts

For most small-business owners, triumphs and heartbreaks happen alongside each other on a weekly basis. And as with anything in life, it's hard to do it all on your own - but when you're first starting out, it's unlikely to have the support of a full staff. That's why it's invaluable to have a trusted software companion be part of the team. Just like how you bet on yourself as a business owner, you can also bet on CleanMyMac.

For Your Next Girls' Trip, Try Sports Travel

When I walked into SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 13, my throat caught with emotion. I'd never seen a sports arena teeming with so much fervor. American flags waved high above my head, vuvuzelas blared, strangers high-fived and wished each other luck. The security guards and ticketing staff were all smiles. It hit me then: I was about to watch the US men's national team face off against Paraguay in the World Cup. Having grown up playing soccer, the moment was surreal.

I'll caveat this with an admission: I'm not, in general, a big sports fan. While I support women's teams any chance I get and I do enjoy watching soccer, I'm generally apathetic when it comes to major sporting events. I'll go to one or two games per season for Bay Area teams, but if I'm being honest, I'm mostly just there for the good time.

I'd also never considered traveling for sports before. Plenty of my friends plan trips to see their favorite athletes and teams, whether to catch the US Open in New York City or to splurge on getting a glimpse of Formula 1. And with the World Cup this year in 16 cities across North America, plus the Olympics coming to LA in 2028, sports-related travel is only projected to grow.

All to say, when I was invited by Airbnb on a group press trip to watch the USA vs. Paraguay World Cup game, I felt a bit out of my element. But after a few days in LA, I learned that sports-related travel can be extremely fun - especially when you're surrounded by likeminded friends. Our trip consisted of a group of several women in media, and we balanced getting hyped for the game with massages, hikes, and quintessential LA experiences. I love that this trip brought together a group of awesome women who could rattle off the top international players in one breath and their favorite natural wines in the other.

I also realized that sports travel, when done right, gives your trip a purpose, and it still holds opportunity for all the other things that you might love about travel, like adventure, good food, a healthy dose of relaxation. I'm not the only one: according to a report from Priority Pass, more travelers are pairing sports and wellness for the ultimate travel experience.

Here were the elements that convinced me a girls' trip with sports and wellness elements mixed in is a winning combination.

The Location and Lodgings

If you're a diehard fan, marquee sporting events like the World Cup, Olympics, and Formula 1 can give you an excuse to travel to a place you've never been before for a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

But even if it's a city you know well - I've been to Los Angeles a dozen times - you can still use the trip to explore a neighborhood you've never spent much time in. We stayed in a huge house in La Brea, which was centrally located for a massive city like LA. It meant that we could walk to the famous vintage shops on Melrose (which I hadn't done since high school) or hop in a Waymo to reach the beach. Of course, you also want to take into account the travel to and from the sporting event you're there to see. Thankfully, we were only a 45-minute drive to the stadium.

Staying in a house, versus a hotel, also changed the feel of our trip. Our airy Airbnb allowed enough space for us to spread out, but it also naturally encouraged spending downtime and meals together (I especially loved the communal feel of the kitchen) - and when you're traveling with friends, that's what vacation is all about.

The Event Itself

When it comes to making sure everyone enjoys the sporting event itself as much as possible, logistics are king. Do your research on the best way to get to the arena and how long you'll need for security; also consider booking a car service or reserving Ubers ahead of time. In our case, pre-game performances started two hours before the match, so we left extra early to make sure we didn't miss them.

Having a clear exit plan with the entire group also made all the difference. While some folks in our group arrived separately, we all left together, which made getting out of the packed stadium much more seamless. Logistical snafus can famously bring down the vibes in a group, so giving everyone different roles to make sure you're prepared for the main event is key.

The day of the event, I'd also recommend keeping the rest of your itinerary light. Dedicating an entire day to getting rested, ready, and hyped up for the big game, all together, allows you to truly convalesce around a celebration. Maybe you plan a special activity like decorating T-shirts as a group or you reserve a kickoff brunch at a fun restaurant; whatever it is, this is the time to lean into the inexplicable "collective effervescence" of a sporting event.

The Rest of Your Itinerary

While the game might be the main event, make sure whatever extra time you have on your trip, you're planning the things you genuinely enjoy, both for some solo time and to make memories with the group. Airbnb set us up with several different Airbnb Experiences to craft itineraries that felt true to our travel style. I opted for a Runyon Canyon hike with rescue dogs, an in-home massage, and a yoga class and soundbath that the practitioner set up in the backyard.

But while those were restorative self-care options, the time spent all together as a group was so special. One of my favorite parts of the trip was a private chef dinner at the house: we were all able to eat delicious World Cup-inspired fare in the comfort of our sweatpants.

Ultimately, a sports and wellness trip with friends is about making sure you're able to enjoy a thrilling experience with people you love, a new place worthy of exploring, and downtime for you to unplug. After that initial moment of awe when I stepped into the stadium, I spent the following few hours screaming my head off, jumping up and down whenever the US scored (which was a whopping four times), and genuinely embracing being a fully fledged sports fan, right alongside newfound friends. I surprised myself a little at how much I enjoyed it all, and that was thanks to the gift of the game.

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Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.

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This Is What It's Like to Travel With an Invisible Illness

One day, when I was a teenager, I felt a large, painful lump in my armpit and hoped it was just an ingrown hair bothering me. It went away a few days later, so I assumed my self-diagnosis was correct. A month later, another lump appeared, but this time under my other arm. These bumps came and went, but each time hurt terribly and there didn't seem to be any remedy but to wait for them to either die down on their own or burst open and drain.

I was too afraid to tell anyone about it because it was so embarrassing. It hurt too much to shave my armpits and the bumps made them look unsightly, so I stopped wearing tank tops. The bumps got painful to the point that there were some days I couldn't even lift my arms. The cysts spread to my breasts and inner thighs as well, which made walking painful and wearing an underwire bra feel incredibly uncomfortable.

As I got closer to graduating high school and going off to college, I finally decided it was time to figure out what was wrong and I googled my symptoms. It turned out that I had hidradenitis suppurativa, a rare disease that affects your lymph nodes and causes an intense form of acne-like cysts that only get worse with age.

After finding a dermatologist and finding out there's no cure, I spent years trying to deal with it through a combination of pills and minor surgeries that didn't work. Since 2014, I stopped the treatment and decided to deal with it on my own.

Invisible illnesses plague many people in the world. Outwardly, someone may look fine and healthy, but under their clothes or hiding beneath their skin, agony is chronic and constant. There are varying levels of diseases and syndromes that can affect a person, and my hidradenitis suppurativa is definitely not at a point where I feel too debilitated to live a blissful life, but it's taken a toll on me in an unfortunate way that makes my favorite activity of travel a bit frustrating at times.

I never know when an outbreak of cysts are going to erupt and cause excruciating pain. I haven't seemed to figure out any sort of consistent trigger for the lumps to come out of hiding to attack me, but I am always feeling irritation from them in some way or another. As someone who likes to travel light and wear a backpack to avoid lugging around a suitcase, I've had to find a balance when it comes to straps that cut into my arms. Trying to travel solely with a backpack has cost me some good days when it comes to the pain that follows.

As a curvy traveler, I already get the oh-so-fun chub rub when I do a lot of walking, but on days when there's a flare-up on my thighs, I feel so terrible when I am unable to go for long without needing to take a break to avoid the friction making the problem worse. And it's hard to explain to a travel partner why I need to stop without sounding like I have no endurance and that each step hurts internally to the point where I can't enjoy anything.

Sometimes I wish I could be carefree and wear a bathing suit and go out into the water and take a cliché photo with my arms up.

Sometimes I wish I could be carefree and wear a bathing suit and go out into the water and take a cliché photo with my arms up, looking all happy and unbothered. But embarrassment haunts me with every potential change that my armpits could become visible to another human being and they could see the mangled, lumpy skin that hides under there that I am so ashamed of. Beach vacations are about letting loose and relaxing, but I avoid them at all costs to lessen the chance of wearing anything that could lead to the exposure of my secret.

I cannot go a day without taking my clothes off for the night and there not being stains on my shirt from where my lumps have decided to drain on me. A normal person can pack clothes thinking they will be able to use a shirt more than once, but often my suitcase needs a healthy ration of tops to offset this unfortunate problem. And the smell these leaks produce is not hidden by deodorant, which makes me nervous every time I sit next to a stranger on a plane, train, or bus, hoping they wont smell the aroma that I have no control over.

It's bad enough that if affects my daily life, but when I travel, the stress of the planning and making sure everything goes right makes my disease seem to rear its ugly head and get worse, leaving me with one more problem to deal with as I try to see the world. Chronic pain is not a fun thing to have to worry about when you're seeking enlightenment and beautiful sights abroad.

But here's the thing: travel is my passion and I refuse to let this stand in my way. I may have to alter certain behaviors or avoid certain things to attain my goal of being a world traveler, but I am happy to push through the pain to make this happen.

I never talk about my invisible illness with anyone because it's a personal trait that I don't want to explain to people who might think I'm contagious (I'm not), but I think it's time to be open about my affliction and let others know they're not alone. Walking through the world while worrying about balancing my health and my passion is an odd path to take because I am constantly unsure of what aches lie before me, but I am determined to take on the challenge and hopefully inspire others to do the same if they're able.

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Samantha O'Brochta is a travel writer and content creator based in New York City.

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How I Made My Solo "Workcation" Feel Less Lonely

PS Photography / Emily Zirimis

Last month, I flew to Los Angeles for work, admittedly one of my favorite places to travel to for a work trip. And while an out-of-the-ordinary rainy day greeted me upon touchdown at LAX, the familiar line of palm trees and nearby In-N-Out still pulled me in like a warm hug.

I'm typically a pretty flexible traveler, but at this stage in my career, the novelty of a fast work trip can wear off. So this time around, I switched things up and stayed at the Moxy Downtown Los Angeles, a Marriott Bonvoy property, which is designed with solo travelers in mind. (You can check out other Marriott Bonvoy properties using Marriott Bonvoy points for your next solo work travel trip.) There are multiple restaurants, a pool, gym, and more amenities located within the same building as the Moxy and its sister property, the AC Hotel.

Fortunately for me, staying at the Moxy DTLA meant a fairly quick car ride from the airport (gotta love LA traffic), which made for a faster hotel check-in. A lovely concierge at the front desk welcomed me in the moodily lit lobby area, and went over the various amenities, again reiterating that I didn't really need to even leave the property if I didn't absolutely have to.

Michael Kleinberg, courtesy of Marriott Bonvoy

I'm not a big solo meal girl if I can help it, so eating dinner alone on my first night of this trip was out of my comfort zone (growth!) but the staff at AC Bar & Bistro was welcoming and the vibes were elite, so I felt perfectly comfortable. I ordered an appetizer of marinated olives, the hanger steak frites with arugula and chimichurri, and the Oaxacan Sour cocktail consisting of Banhez mezcal, lemon, egg white, and Angostura bitters.

While still running on east coast time, I woke up early the next morning and headed straight down to Bluestone Lane, conveniently located in the first floor lobby where I ordered two different types of toast: the peanut butter and berry toast with strawberries, raspberries, honey, and mint on multigrain toast, as well as the avocado toast, which came with cherry tomatoes, feta, prosciutto, and a sprinkle of chili flakes, also on multigrain toast. (I couldn't decide. Both were fab, no regrets.)

As I prepared for a day out and about in LA with a friend, I chilled in my room - with a corner view at that! The cozy room featuring a king-sized bed overlooking the city provided the perfect solo escape for a work trip.

Since I knew I'd have at least one day to myself in LA before work ensued, I made sure to make both plans with a good friend, as well as solo down time for myself. It was a good balance of activities, and I felt like I got a nice dose of both. We went to vintage furniture store Pop Up Home, stopped by the Damson Madder pop-up, walked Little Tokyo, and paid a visit to Erewhon, a no-brainer for an East Coaster like me. That delicious $24 Hailey Bieber smoothie? Fortunately (or unfortunately), it is good.

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Emily Zirimis is the associate creative director at Popsugar. Before joining the PS team, she worked as Creative Design Director at Teen Vogue for nearly six years. She holds a BFA in Communications Design with a minor in Art History from Pratt Institute and has been working in the digital media space since 2014.

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I Went on an "Ex-Cape" After My Breakup, and It Kinda Healed Me

Last September, I broke things off with my off-again, on-again, boyfriend for what was probably the millionth time. (Okay, officially, it was the third or the fourth time, but spiritually and mentally, it felt like a lot more.) Because it had happened so many times before, it wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be, but that didn't mean I was immune to the emotional fallout that happens after a relationship ends.

If there's one thing I tend to do after a breakup, it's overthink everything. By November, I could feel myself getting stuck in a constant thought loop, replaying conversations, rewriting outcomes - the usual. And although I hadn't run into him yet, I knew it was imminent. We both live on the west side of Los Angeles, frequent the same bars and hang outs, and even still keep some mutual friends. I didn't want my entire emotional state hinging on a chance run-in at Erewhon, so I decided I need to make an escape.

When I was invited to visit the Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica for a five-day stay to test the spa and wellness offerings, I decided to treat it as something more intentional: the escape I was looking for, an "ex-cape."

In my mind, it's exactly what it sounds like: an escape from your ex, yes, but more importantly, an escape from the version of you that only exists in relation to them. It's not about being dramatic, or cutting someone off in a grand gesture. It's about quietly removing yourself from the habits that keep you stuck. And as much as I didn't want to admit it, I was stuck.

I planned to lay around, read books, enjoy the sunshine, swim in the ocean, and try to stop looking at my ex's Spotify for an entire week - a feat I hadn't been able to accomplish since we parted ways. (First in my bloodline to stalk someone's Spotify, by the way.) That plan, for the record, lasted about five minutes.

When I first arrived in Costa Rica, the Four Seasons sent over a full itinerary, and my immediate reaction was mind panic. The activities looked amazing, but the days were stacked. I'm talking early mornings, multiple wellness sessions a day, and structured activities back to back. Instead of lying around doing nothing, I would be participating in breathwork, energy work, astrology readings, and a few things I didn't even fully understand yet.

The activities were of course optional, but I decided to embrace the intinerary full force, and what ended up happening was something I didn't expect: I didn't even have time to spiral. On my first day, I participated in an energy-balancing massage, and later that night I participated in a Yin Yoga class at the resort's Wellness Shala, an open-air structure overlooking the ocean. You could hear waves the entire time, feel the humidity in the air, and immerse yourself in the environment.

Every spa or wellness session started the same way: I would sit down with a practitioner, set an intention, and actually think about how I was feeling. It was deliberate and purposeful.

The next day, I had a private session with an energy healer and reiki master. I'll be honest, I went into it a little skeptical. There were absolutely moments where I was like, "Do I fully understand what's happening here?" The answer was a resounding "no," but I felt calm and grounded afterward, which was enough for me.

Then, there was the astrology reading: an in-depth birth chart session that lasted close to two hours. I'm a Taurus, which I already knew, but this went far beyond that. We got into planetary placements, patterns, and life timing. In mildly terrifying news, however, the astrologist did mention that I likely wouldn't find my one true love until 2027. Sad!

The standout activity, no contest, was surfing. On day three, I finally got out into the water for a surf lesson, and it was the first time the entire trip that my brain went completely quiet. I'm not referring to a calm or regulated nervous system. I mean totally silent. There is something about trying to stand up (and eventually actually standing up) on a moving wave that leaves zero room for overthinking anything - including a recent breakup. Instead, I was having fun, dude. I was living. And it was great.

I must admit - the trip wasn't all sunshine and rainbows, I did get stung by a jellyfish and step on a bee (all in the same day), but I chose to look at those mishaps as character building. Throughout my time in Costa Rica, I found pockets of what I originally thought the trip would be: lying in the sun, reading, doing absolutely nothing. But the structure, which I initially resisted, ended up being the thing that helped me the most.

Through all of this, there was no space to think about my ex, no space to overanalyze my life, and absolutely no space to stalk someone's music-listening history. I could only focus on what was directly in front of me, and it was exactly what I needed. I had experiences that required my attention, my body, my participation.

I didn't come back from the trip suddenly healed or over my breakup. It took me several more months to actually get there. But for those five days, I was pulled out of my normal patterns. I wasn't sitting around and overthinking, I wasn't reaching for distractions that didn't help. I was doing new, unfamiliar things - things that were occasionally uncomfortable - but things that required me to be present.

Ultimately, that's what an ex-cape is - an opportunity to escape from the checking, the spiraling, the overanalyzing. And it doesn't need to involve hopping on a plane and leaving the country. It can be a trip, but it can also be a weekend, a routine shift, or a decision to do something different long enough to interrupt the pattern. Mine looked like Costa Rica, a fully stacked itinerary, and a few moments where my brain finally shut up. But the point isn't where you go. It's that, for a second, you stop doing the thing that's been keeping you stuck.

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Renee Rodriguez (she/her) is a senior staff writer and producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.

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Step Inside the Airbnb Where We Shot Our "Off Campus" Cover

If you've checked out our cover story with Belmont Cameli and Ella Bright, the stars of the new Amazon Prime series "Off Campus," then you know the setting of the shoot itself plays a big part in the photos. A gorgeous pool, a stylish kitchen island - these are some corners of the beautiful West Hollywood home that feature in the final photographs. And you can rent the exact location through Airbnb.

Though you can't tell from the cover story, the rental home actually boasts five bedrooms and five bathrooms, including a separate pool house. One of our favorite rooms was the upstairs master bedroom, which has a huge walk-in closet and a private rooftop with an outdoor fireplace.

PS Photography | Emily Zirmis

But every detail of this house is expertly curated: its Santa Fe-inspired design makes it feel like an ultra-luxe oasis right in the heart of Los Angeles, as if you've just stepped into a wellness resort. It'd be the perfect choice for a special birthday trip, or a treat-yourself vacation with friends. And it's walking distance from trendy cafes, bars, and restaurants, as well as The Grove, a popular outdoor mall.

Over the course of our shoot day, our editorial and production teams spread out in the living and dining rooms, which have an open floor plan and large arched windows that let in beautiful light. That area flows naturally to the aforementioned kitchen, where the fridge is hidden and the long island truly steals the show.

PS Photography | Emily Zirmis

Meanwhile, Bright got all of her glam done in the pool house, which has its own kitchenette and bathroom. It was the perfect place for a rising star to get all glammed up and feel fabulous. And when it came time for the camera, our photographer, Sophie Chan Andreassend, mostly shot the couple around the kidney-shaped pool, which turned out to be an ideal place to conjure summer love.

Ultimately, this Airbnb was the perfect setting for a romantic, aesthetic shoot day. And trust us: if you rent it, you'll feel like you're getting the celebrity treatment, photoshoot or not.

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Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.

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The Top Destinations to Visit in 2026, According to Vrbo

With the spring season kicking into full gear, now's an opportune time to start securing your travel plans for the rest of the year. When coordinating trips in the US and beyond, I always start with lodging: Do I want to stay in a hotel or rental? How close (or far) do I want to be from a major city? And what amenities are on my must-have list? I tend to gravitate more toward rentals than hotels so I can take advantage of the creature comforts associated with home, from a fully stocked kitchen to a private pool I can enjoy at any time. So Vrbo's newly released list of the top vacation homes of the year is a go-to guide when I'm choosing the best rentals - and destinations - to have on my radar.

From a desert oasis in Palm Desert, California to a poolside paradise in Sag Harbor, New York, there's no shortage of places to explore in 2026. And about those previously mentioned amenities: infinity pools, private saunas, steam rooms, outdoor bathtubs, mini-golf courses, sunken jacuzzis, art studios, and movie theaters are only some of the luxuries you can indulge in at these destinations. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway in Park City, Utah, or a week in Big Sky, Montana, keep scrolling for the best places to travel this year, according to Vrbo.