If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Switzerland (duh), I need to introduce you to a glorious concept: shoulder season. It’s the magical time between September and October when the weather is mild, the picturesque towns are a bit less crowded, and the vibes are autumnal as hell. And I know, you might be saying to...
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This Iconic Swiss Hotel Has a 30,000 Bottle Wine Collection
I’m standing in the lobby of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel in Switzerland trying to soak in all of the beauty around me. The dark wood-paneled walls, ornate coffered ceiling, gilded details, and arching windows of Le Grand Hall (also known as “the living room of St. Moritz”) contrast the magnificent view framed directly outside: acres of...
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Harper Stern Is Back on Top—and More Vicious Than Ever
Who amongst the Pierpoint and Lumi cohort do we think is the least well-adjusted? I keep changing my mind. There’s Harper, perpetually sporting a chip on her shoulder the size of her home country—and willing to abandon all principles in service of it. There’s Yasmin, underestimated and adrift and always at the whims of rich...
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‘I’m A Former Gymnast. Here’s How The Jordan Chiles Medal Controversy Could Change The Sport Forever’
Jordan Chiles has officially spoken up about the controversy surrounding her Olympic bronze medal. On August 15, the 23-year-old put out a lengthy statement on Instagram addressing the decision by a number of organizations—including the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), and the International Olympic Committee—to overturn her coach’s appeal...