The Art of Arrival

Your cheat sheet to traveling well: curated tips, bougie upgrades, and savvy ways to make it all seamless.


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Welcome to the Studio M blog, where wanderlust meets know-how. Here, I share curated travel tips, destination stories, and the kind of insider perks that turn a good trip into a fabulous one. Think of it as your bougie-but-savvy cheat sheet — equal parts inspiration and practical magic — designed to make every journey smoother, smarter, and a whole lot more stylish.



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This guide compares some of the most distinctive luxury resorts in Riviera Maya, each offering a very different travel experience. From adults-only all-inclusive escapes and destination wedding venues to ultra-private wellness retreats and multi-generational family resorts, the key takeaway is that the right hotel choice shapes the entire trip. Drawing on firsthand visits, this article […]

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Luxury Resorts in Riviera Maya: Where to Stay and Why It Matters

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Wellness travel has become one of the fastest-growing travel categories as travelers seek meaningful rest, balance, and intentional experiences. Rather than focusing on rigid routines or trends, modern wellness trips prioritize mental clarity, physical renewal, outdoor immersion, and personalized programming. From luxury spa retreats and medical wellness clinics to spiritual sanctuaries, fitness-focused resorts, and nature-driven […]

Wellness Travel: Luxury Retreats, Reset Trips & Intentional Escapes

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Booking hotels through a travel advisor is not just for big trips. Even short stays benefit from advocacy, personalization, and support you do not get when booking on your own. Here is why every hotel stay deserves more than a DIY booking.

Why You Should Book Every Hotel Stay With a Travel Advisor (Yes, Even the Quick Weekends)

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Travel in 2026 is all about meaning over milestones — calm-cations, multi-gen getaways, and journeys that feel as intentional as they are indulgent. Studio M Travel breaks down the biggest trends shaping how (and why) we’ll explore next year.

Stone pathway surrounded by tropical greenery leading up through a lush hillside resort garden, representing sustainable luxury travel.

2026 Travel Trends | What’s Next for Luxury & Purposeful Travel

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The Ultimate Girls’ Trip Guide is your blueprint for planning an unforgettable getaway with your favorite people. Learn how to choose the right vibe, balance budgets and personalities, and create core memories that last long after the suitcases are unpacked.

Ultimate Girls’ Trip Guide: Why Every Woman Needs a Girls’ Trip (and How to Plan One You’ll Never Forget)

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There’s something irresistible about mixing elegant stays with a side of goosebumps. Each fall, more travelers trade pumpkin patches for haunted parlors, checking into hotels and historic towns where chandeliers flicker, legends linger, and the stories are just a little too detailed to be coincidence. Whether you’re a true believer or simply love a good […]

Haunted Hotels Worth Traveling For…

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If you thought football season was exciting, just wait. In 2026 the FIFA World Cup lands in North America—and suddenly Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. become the center of the universe.

2026 World Cup is Coming to North America

FIFA World Cup Musts

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Today I’m sharing my five favorite spa retreats that truly deliver the “ahhh” factor — plus two that left me underwhelmed. Think of it as your permission slip to press pause and plan your own little reset.

My 5 favorite spas (and 2 to skip…)

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My second son heads off to college this September, and let me tell you, I’m feeling all the things. There’s a lot of pride, a little panic, and more than one misty-eyed moment at the thought of another one of my chicks leaving the nest. Instead of sitting around and weeping into his laundry basket […]

The Ultimate College Tour Travel Guide: How to Plan, Pack & Make It Fun

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Whoever your team is, you have the chance this year to combine two of my favorite things – football, and traveling the globe! The NFL has been (not at all quietly), going global. For the 2025 season, a record-breaking seven regular season games will be played outside the US – spanning five countries, including debut games in Brazil, Ireland, Germany, and Spain. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for a unique excuse to travel, this year’s NFL International Games offer the perfect reason to pack your jersey and passport. Fora and I have you covered in this guide about where to go and where to stay to see your favorite team. Who knows, I may just have to head to Brazil to see if Taylor shows up!

2025 NFL International Games Travel Guide | Studio M Travel