Travels

10 essential Impressionist painters

From the inimitable Monet to fab females like Mary Cassatt, Musement shares ten Impressionist painters who were fundamental to this 19th-century art movement. There’s probably no group of artists whose work is as storied as the Impressionists. A 19th-century art movement born in France, Impressionism was characterized not only by painting mostly outdoors and “on

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Visiting Stockholm in winter

Some time around late October or early November, Stockholm begins to transform into a winter wonderland. Even if there’s no snow, the air becomes crisp and fresh, and the city takes on a distinctly wintry feel. This means Christmas markets, spiced glögg, and plenty of snow-and-ice-based activities for the months ahead. What to expect Winter

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Valentine’s Day Getaways

Unless you’re hopping on a plane headed for sunnier weather, February isn’t always conducive for travel. Days are short, dark and usually several degrees colder than we’d appreciate. But smack in the middle of this (thankfully) short month lies a perfect reason to beat the winter blues, if only for a day. Valentine’s Day need

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