Laura Itzkowitz

Itzkowitz@UPDATEjetsetter.com

An avid Italophile, Laura is always on the hunt for the next great travel trends, luxury hotels, best places to eat and drink, and hidden gems. Her writing has appeared in dozens of publications. She also co-wrote "New York: Hidden Bars and Restaurants," an award-winning guide to the city's speakeasy scene.

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Live Like a Maharaja in One of India’s Most Expensive Hotel Suites

While Indian royalty officially lost their power with the country's independence in 1947, you can…

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The 10 Most Expensive Hotel Suites in New York City

In a city with record-breaking real estate prices, lavish dinners that can cost more than…

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9 Things to Do in the British Virgin Islands

Itching to spend your days off sunning on white-sand beaches and snorkeling in pristine waters…

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9 Most Charming Towns in Italy

Sure, cities like Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan have timeless appeal, but you’d be remiss…

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8 Favorite Bang-for-Your-Buck All-Inclusive Vacations to Book Now

We get it—travel is expensive. Not everyone can afford to shell out a month’s rent…

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8 Amazing Lakeside Hotels in the U.S.

Rustic national park locales, topnotch wellness spas, concierges at the ready to organize horseback rides…

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5 Perfect Day Trips from Paris

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A Local’s Guide to Driving Vancouver’s Sea-to-Sky Highway

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Where to Find the Best Tacos in Los Angeles

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12 Stays Where You Can Channel Your Inner Artist

From a hip Brooklyn neighborhood to remote Indian beach, these artsy getaways are magnets for…

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Next Stop, NOLA

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Love Letter to Venice