Watch: Hotels Above Par Founder Brandon Berkson Reveals What Makes a Hotel 'Hip'

Merryn Johns READ TIME: 1 MIN.

EDGE got the inside scoop from hotel expert Brandon Berkson on what makes a hotel boutique and hip. Founder of the travel media platform Hotels Above Par, Berkson and his team curate the world's most coveted hotels and destinations.

We're collaborating with Hotels Above Par this fall to present a four-part series of our favorite LGBTQ+-friendly hotels. And to offer even more perspective, we asked acclaimed journalist and editor Merryn Johns to sit down for a (virtual) one-on-one to talk all things travel. Have a watch!

Curious about our EDGE x Hotels Above Par picks?

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by Merryn Johns

Merryn Johns is a writer and editor based in New York City. She is also a public speaker on ethical travel and a consultant on marketing to the LGBT community.

This story is part of our special report: "On the EDGE". Want to read more? Here's the full list.

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