Friday Finds: New York State of Mind

January 27, 2012

Since we just launched our New York City guide two days ago, we can’t stop thinking about the Big Apple this week. In addition to laying out our favorite stays, shops, and eats for you, dear readers, we’ve got a running list of places we’ve still yet to discover in… (more)

The Hunt – Hometown Iconic Destinations

January 26, 2012

Global – Every week, The Purple Passport team goes out in search of a designated item in whatever city our team members happen to be in at that time. We wanted to share with you, our readers, some of our finds from around the world. So, for this week, as… (more)

Introducing: New York – Cosmopolitan to the Core

January 25, 2012

NEW YORK, US – Start spreading the news…We’ve launched The Purple Passport Guide to New York! Fittingly for the nation’s largest metropolis, it’s our biggest guide yet, featuring over 450 of the choicest hotels, restaurants, spas, nightlife spots, shops, and activities to help you plan a distinctive city experience. Drawing… (more)

Tempting Tuesday: Splashing out at The Omphoy Ocean Resort

January 24, 2012

PALM BEACH, FL – The holidays have wrapped up, the weather is getting a bit grim (two thumbs down for dirty snow!) and we here at The Purple Passport are starting to get those mid-winter blues. Boo. But there’s some good news! Visions of Palm Beach have been cheering us… (more)

Friday Finds: Winter Getaways

January 20, 2012

Today we’re dreaming about quick winter getaways, especially since we’ve been talking about visiting Palm Beach all week long. Here, some of our picks for escaping (or embracing) the winter chill… Journeying through the stunning Rocky Mountains by train. [Velvet Escape] Desert sunsets and vintage crawls in sunny Phoenix. [Far… (more)

The Hunt – Outdoor Exercise Spots

January 19, 2012

Global – Every week, The Purple Passport team goes out in search of a designated item in whatever city our team members happen to be in at that time. We wanted to share with you, our readers, some of our finds from around the world. Because we know lots of… (more)

Café L’Europe: Queen of the Palm Beach scene

January 18, 2012

PALM BEACH, USA – Sure, the US ditched its monarchy centuries ago, but if a shocking about-face brought royalty back in style, Palm Beach, with its glittering scene packed with aristocrats, titans of industry, and all-round queen bees, would be a good place to get started. And, once on the… (more)

Tempting Tuesday: Crafty Cocktails in Notting Hill

January 17, 2012

LONDON, UK– Here at The Purple Passport there are a few things we love more than an expertly crafted cocktail. Whether it’s mojitos in Beijing, flavored margaritas in Beverly Hills, or martinis in Paris, we love checking out a city’s mixology scene . And you know what’s even better than… (more)

Vintage diner eats meet sparkling scene at Green’s Luncheonette

January 15, 2012

PALM BEACH, USA – It probably comes as no surprise that there are those who find Palm Beach to be something of a throwback. Places like vintage linens emporium Kassatly’s (it’s got lingerie straight out of Mad Men) still anchor shopping street Worth Avenue, dinner hour and dress codes are… (more)

Announcing: The Purple Passport’s eBook Guide to Palm Beach

January 13, 2012

If you’re headed to South Florida gem Palm Beach, chances are you’re setting out for some serious relaxation. What with the town’s white sand beaches, exclusive resorts, plush spas, and divine restaurants, you won’t want to waste a single moment prioritizing business over pleasure. Which is why we’re certain you’ll… (more)