"Don't be deceived by its appearance as a sweet little cabin perched on a mountain—inside, things are raucous as can be. This Alpine-style restaurant is worth visiting at least once, if only to bare witness to the wild, apres-ski scene. (Pro tip: Just don’t wear anything you wouldn’t want completely drenched in champagne.)"

"There’s no shortage of nature to behold in Aspen. Just outside of town, White River National Forest offers 2.3 million miles of outdoor recreation and is home to the iconic peaks of Maroon Bells, which are touted as the most photographed mountains in North America."

"For museums, The Victoria and Albert Museum is a massive institution with awe-inspiring displays of art and artifacts throughout human history."

"The Parisian outpost of this Seoul concept shop carries a carefully curated roster of established and emerging designers. The store also partners with emerging talent to create one-off collabs."

"Dante, the West Village offshoot of the historic Italian bar—once a favorite haunt of Ernest Hemingway and Bob Dylan—is our go-to for a cocktail with a side of people-watching. We recommend the selection of negronis in particular."

"Camden’s Zabludowicz Collection, denoted by a yellow traffic sign with an arrow that reads ART, is an edgier spot with avant-garde exhibitions housed inside a former chapel."

"It’s been dubbed “the healthiest restaurant in Aspen” (and bills itself as nutritarian) but that doesn’t mean it’s not fun. In fact, finding it is an adventure in itself—it’s tucked away on the second floor of an old house behind Explore Bookstore. Once inside, the vibe is airy and refined, with a menu so tasty you won’t notice it’s mostly meat-free."

"Opened to the public in October 2014 (attendees at the spring/summer 2015 Louis Vuitton show were the first to get a glimpse), the Frank Gehry designed Fondation is truly a sight to behold."

"This is the kind of dimly lit, old-school fine dining experience that put Aspen on the map and has continued to define the town as a foodie's paradise. Expect house-made pastas, an outrageously extensive wine list, impeccable service, and an ever-stylish crowd."

"For travelers ready to dig right in, there’s a taco truck selling heaven inside a tortilla on nearly every corner. But for the best homemade breakfast tacos in the city? Ortuño heads to her favorite spot, Cisco’s, for a taste of old Austin in the East Side neighborhood."