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|  | | It’s the last weekend of summer (kind of), so we don’t blame you if you’re preoccupied with getting in your final vacation plans before heading back to whatever you must do on Tuesday. But that doesn’t mean you haven’t been streaming, reading and listening up a storm! The big question of the week was whether or not Ted Lasso will be returning for Season 4. If not, some people have begun sharing some spin-off ideas. For other preoccupations, scroll down to find out what we’ve been up to. | | Quick links: |  Top TV & Movies |  Top Books |  Top Podcasts |
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| |  | | | | Blink Twice is the first movie directed by Zoë Kravitz, and this "post-#MeToo feminist party-girl nightmare thriller" (Variety) also stars her fiancé Channing Tatum. No wonder you're loving it. | | See the full list! |
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|  | | The Vibe: Live like a London local
The Location: South Kensington, London
Luxury Accommodations:
“Make yourself at home” takes on a whole new meaning at The Other House South Kensington. Unlike traditional hotels, The Other House was designed through a residential lens, intended to look (and feel) like a home. All 200 Club Flats are uniquely dressed with velvet furniture, open floor plans, fully equipped kitchenettes, and their own distinct addresses.
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Just a stone’s throw from some of the world’s best-known landmarks, The Other House South Kensington is the place to be for cultural connoisseurs. From royal sites like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey to bucket-list sights like Big Ben and Tower Bridge, you’ll be itching to show your friends and followers what you’ve been up to. After a full day of exploring, head back to your “other house” for a drink at The Owl and Monkey, the signature cocktail bar. | 
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| |  | | | | Perhaps you read the entire Brutal Birthright series in its entirety and are hungry for more books by Sophie Lark? You're in luck: Kingmakers: Year One is ready for you to devour. | | See the full list! |
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| Together with |  | | The Vibe: Kid-free escape
The Location: Miami, FL
Luxury Accommodations:
Choose between 91 boutique guest rooms and suites spread out across two distinct buildings, each meticulously designed to celebrate the Miami Beach aesthetic. The Collings Building boasts a sleek and contemporary style celebrating South Florida’s Art Deco era. The Courtyard Building features warm neutrals and playful textures, with some rooms featuring a private terrace and jacuzzi for the ultimate indoor-outdoor coastal living.
Instaworthy Activities:
Did we mention Hotel Greystone is adults-only? That’s right, as much as we love a family vacation, this is a restful, kids-free getaway where the days take shape at your whim. Enjoy a sun-soaked afternoon at Miami Beach or at the Hotel Greystone pool, where you’ll enjoy music, craft cocktails, scrumptious bites, and postcard views of the city’s historic architecture. At nightfall, pre-game your night on the town at Greystone Bar, where expert mixologists can craft your dream cocktail, or dine at Sérêvène, where French rotisserie tradition and Japanese izakaya-style dining collide.
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| |  | | | | Mike Schubert is reading the Harry Potter series for the first time and sharing his witty hot takes on Potterless. Whether you're a HP fanatic or just curious to hear how a grown man reacts to “The Boy Who Lived” after all the hype, you'll reconsider the books in a whole new way. | | See the full list! |
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