Inside Hôtel Swexan: Cowboy hats, Afternoon Tea, And Samurai Armor

Steaks and fine wine pair perfectly at Stillwell's in Hotel Swexan

From the outside, Hôtel Swexan could be mistaken for another sleek glass-and-steel tower rising above the streets north of downtown Dallas. But the moment a doorman tipped his bowler hat and opened the door, I knew my stay would be anything but ordinary.   Inside, European sophistication mixes naturally with Texas charm. Fresh flowers spill from oversized arrangements in the lobby, while thoughtful design details reveal themselves at every turn.   Hôtel Swexan’s name reflects its dual heritage, blending “Swiss” and “Texan.” What first seemed...

Private Jet from Austin to Kickoff: A Luxe FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience in Dallas

Mimosas welcome guests on a Cirrus Aviation flight to Dallas from Austin.

  Traveling from Austin to Dallas usually means either a grueling drive on I-35 or a tedious wait in the security lines at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. As someone who often makes the trip to visit family, I know the routine well.   With FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer matches expected to strain transportation in both Texas cities this summer, one luxury package offers Austin soccer fans a much smoother alternative.   Private aviation company Cirrus Aviation and Hôtel Swexan have created the “Runway to Rivalry...

Justice and Comedy: A Surprising Dual Legacy in Jamestown, New York

Comedy takes center stage in Jamestown, the small western New York city best known as Lucille Ball’s hometown. Visitors celebrate the legacy of laughter and entertainment at the Lucille Ball–Desi Arnaz Museum and the National Comedy Center.   This city of 28,000 residents in pastoral Chautauqua County also has a serious side that often goes unnoticed.   A new film, Nuremberg, is shining a spotlight on Jamestown and the Robert H. Jackson Center. The center commemorates the respected jurist who served as the chief U.S....

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