A weekend away can help you relax and reset when your seeking a few days away from the daily grind of an urban holiday abroad. Whether you head for the coast, check into a resort, or spend time exploring a characterful market town, a thoughtful mix of relaxation and entertainment … Read more
Academy Award nominee John Malkovich has a new role and this time he is not playing a character. He is playing himself and more specifically himself as a very proud Croatian. In the new cinematic tourism film CROATIA I Hear It Is Beautiful, Malkovich steps into the spotlight to show … Read more
Vilnius Turns Into a Giant Open-Air Gallery Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital, has just taken a bold step onto Europe’s street art map. This August, it became the first city in the Baltics to host Meeting of Styles, one of the world’s best known international graffiti and street art festivals. More than … Read more
Leaving the Greek island of Mykonos behind, the journey with Pauline Adams shifts into a quieter register. The first part of this story moved from the intensity of Athens to the drama of Santorini and the secret silences of Mykonos, following her paintings like emotional signposts across the Aegean. Now … Read more
On some of the Greek islands in the Cyclades, the views take your breath away. On others, it is the silence. Traveling through Athens and the Cyclades with artist Pauline Adams in mind, you begin to notice how light, shadow and emptiness can feel as present as people and noise. … Read more
In June 2016, Bordeaux’s striking wine museum and cultural center, La Cité du Vin, opened its doors on the banks of the Garonne. Ten years on, more than 3.5 million visitors from around the globe have come to explore the civilizations, cultures, and stories of wine that unfold inside this … Read more
In 2026, luxury travel is defined by discernment rather than excess. Travelers are moving away from bustling itineraries and toward experiences shaped by intention, rhythm, and meaning. Mindful travel is no longer about retreating from the world, but engaging with it more deliberately—choosing places that restore clarity, honor ritual, and … Read more
Europe stands as a culinary gold mine, renowned for its iconic dishes and deep-rooted traditions connecting food and drink to its diverse cultures. From Tuscany’s rustic landscapes to Bordeaux’s vineyards, each region offers unique insights into local heritage through its gastronomic experiences. For food and wine enthusiasts, embarking on a … Read more
Suffice it to say there will be no shortage of visitors to Normandy this summer … what with an 80th year anniversary D-Day celebration the likes of which the region had probably not seen for at least five years thanks to the COVID travel interruption and its aftermath. On a … Read more
Museums today need a great tagline … especially those with a contemporary focus. The plenitude of venues showcasing important modern art these days is astounding. To put it simply, museums are pulling all the stops out. And, each and every one is seeking the golden ring of exhibitions to bring … Read more
If you’re planning on visiting Austria, think about venturing beyond Vienna and Salzburg. Sure, Vienna’s Opera House is a stunner. And the romance of the Danube and the majesty of the Habsburgs dangle a huge lure. Of course, Salzburg – identified with Mozart, the Sound of Music and a looming … Read more
From iconic cities to the more secluded regions, Europe brims with incredible destinations to explore. While the limelight often shines on major cities like London, Paris, Rome and similar cities, the continent boasts an almost infinite arena of treasures. For those looking to step off the familiar tourist trails, we’ve … Read more
Dresden is Baroque on steroids. Easily recognizable by the presence of a “putto,” a cherubic baby, the Baroque style dominated in the late 1600s, just as King Augustus II the Strong, took the throne of Saxony and decided his capital city needed a makeover to rise from his perceived “wallflower … Read more
Rugged landscapes, ancient castles, and colorful shopfronts add to the allure of Scotland. This charming portion of the United Kingdom attracts travelers from around the world. Nature lovers arrive eager to hike through the highlands. History enthusiasts seek links to the past by exploring ruins from centuries gone by. What … Read more
“It’s a cross between Hawaii and Prague.” So says a fellow American traveler that I meet, about the Azores, an archipelago of nine islands situated a thousand miles off the coast of Portugal, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Once considered the end of the known world, the islands … Read more