Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Monte Carlo Rolex Masters with Hôtel Métropole

It's no mystery as to why the French riviera is the place to be in April. The weather is sublime. The water is welcoming. And Spanish hunk, Rafael Nadal, is once again in town, ready to crush his opponents for a ninth consecutive trophy and steal the hearts of each and every lady spectator.

Monte Carlo Rolex Masters

Monte Carlo Rolex Masters

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Paris' 8th Arrondissement in the Springtime

Besides her pixie haircut and slim cropped pants, what we at JG Black Book respect most about Audrey Hepburn is her taste in travel. It was this hollywood legend, afterall, that first uttered the words now tweeted, posted, and pinned all over the web: 'Paris is always a good idea.' Amen!

Paris in Springtime

Paris in the spring

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Florence with Relais Santa Croce

At JG Black Book, when it comes to Italian adventures, we are Firenze's #1 fans! Lucky for us, our partner Relais Santa Croce, a restored 18th century palazzo in the heart of Florence, strikes the perfect balance between Tuscan luxury and modern comfort. Nestled between the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Duomo, this Baglioni hotel is the ideal private Italian hideaway. Continue reading to see why Relais Santa Croce is the perfect place from which to explore fabulous Florence!

Relais Santa Croce

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Uruguay's Southern Coast

This week at JG Black Book, our own travel especialista, Katie Nodland, illustrates why a South American country soaked in European charm keeps her coming back for more. Join us as we discover the 411 on Uruguay's best beaches, bungalows, and boutiques here on the Black Blog of Travel.

Punta del EstePunta del Este

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Ellerman House Week: Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Cape Town, South Africa

We at JG Black Book began Ellerman House Week by discovering South African contemporary art galleries in Cape Town and Johannesburg, recommended to us by the experts at Ellerman House. Today, we'll unveil the face behind the chief connoisseur as we introduce you to Mitch Terry. Manager at Ellerman House and aficiando of life's finer pleasures- art, food, and wine- much of the hotel's unique offerings are owed to Terry's expansive knowledge. 

In addition to his mastery of l'art de vivre, Terry's 27-years as a Cape Town dweller make him the ultimate tour guide to the Mother City of South Africa. Travel with Terry around Cape Town as he shares his favorite hikes, bites, and sites here on the Black Blog of Travel:

Mitch Terry in EH GalleryMitch Terry in Ellerman Contemporary Gallery

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Director of Industry Relations in Latin America for JG Black Book of Travel, Tania Popovic, shares her secrets to enjoying the best of Buenos Aires like a local! Enjoy!Buenos-Aires

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide: Cape Town, South Africa

A special thanks to Lindsy Marais, our friend at Ellerman House in Cape Town, for letting us in on some little known South African secrets in this edition of the Ultimate Visitor's Guide!  Just take a look at the Google Map to get your bearings and pin point your plan for Cape Town.

EllermanHouseEllerman House, Cape Town, South Africa

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide to London

Whether you're a shopaholic, an eataholic or a travelaholic (a combination of them both), London will fit your fancy. Our insider, Jennifer Virgilio, shares all of her secret spots that will surely satisfy your cravings in this Ultimate Visitor's Guide to London.

London

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Mexico City: Cinco de Mayo

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, JG Black Book of Travel asked one of its insiders for some advice on having the best experience in Mexico City.  This is what he said:

MexicoCityMexico City, Mexico

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Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Bali, Indonesia

In this edition of the Ultimate Visitor's Guide, JG Black Book of Travel insider, Alejandro Helbling, let's us in on a few of the many secrets of Bali, Indonesia.

BulgariBaliThe Bulgari Resort, Bali in Bali, Indonesia

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