"Bring a gaggle of friends, crushes, whoever, and head to the JW Marriot, then take the elevator straight to the fifth floor. There, you’ll find a sleek bar and rooftop pool where each atmospheric detail feels like a polished and precise choice — a towering bar, curved pool chairs, and sights of uptown situated as if they were there for Aura Rooftop’s viewing pleasure only. The standout poolside bite is the spicy tuna hand roll. If you’re lucky, snag a reserved cabana and have a little dip in the pool, with a spritzy Bombay Sapphire Sparkling Lemon in hand. It’s summer, and rules are rules. Head over in the early evening Monday through Wednesday for happy hour." - Kayleigh Ruller