Exploring Milan, the city of art A much-deserved curtsy to Milan’s most beloved Renaissance Man “Art is never finished, only abandoned,” Leonardo da Vinci once spoke, but when he abandoned his art, he made sure they were in their utmost supreme form. But before he painted the soft smile on Mona Lisa’s lips, or the […]
When and where to see peak foliage in the US for 2019 You’ve packed your bags, loaded up the car and are on your way to see the leaves change colors, the yearly display both breathtaking and fleeting. But do you go at the end of September? Mid-October? Thanks to this map, you don’t have
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Cultural classics in the world’s smallest state Crammed with ancient architecture, vast museums and manicured gardens, Vatican City definitely merits a full-day visit – or three! If you’re anything like us, you’ll want to explore everything from iconic Saint Peter’s Square to the mesmerising Sistine Chapel. With a handy combination pass, an expert guide can
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I PRESSED THE DOORBELL of the whitewashed three-story townhouse, and waited. There was light chatter and the shuffling of footsteps inside. Through the window, I saw an interior bathed in warm lighting, and decorated with flickering candles and framed prints on wooden shelves, and swirls of potted botanicals on the windowsills. For a moment I
Experience Downton Abbey at Hotel Café Royal! Two glorious days of aristocratic immersion into the life of the Crawleys West End London possesses a star of its own, a film-worthy celebrity perched on Regent Street where equally lauded institutions, such as Hyde Park and Royal Academy, are just a stroll away. The 1865 grandiose building
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Stroll along South Yarra’s Domain Road and you probably wouldn’t realise one of the city’s hottest boutique hotels hides behind an unassuming doorway. This low-key entry is a fitting introduction to the hotel’s ethos. While some places win you over with razzle dazzle, United Places Botanic Gardens does it with understated elegance. Set on the
The very idea of Italy looms large for many travelers – it tops a lot of bucket lists as a dream destination. This iconic country has so much to offer, we thought it fitting to share pro tips for travel in our favorite season! Skip the Summer While most Americans travel to Italy in the
