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Modern interior design is thankfully pushing past the “Millennial gray” and “everything beige” trends that have defined the better half of the 21st century—the big trend now is bright, whimsical spaces filled with color and interesting shapes. There’s an alternative way to incorporate those popular squiggly mirrors, gold bubble candle holders and pastel pink baguette holders into your home. incorporate the look Plan your next trip. The Swedish designer Gustaf Westman—who has an upcoming collaboration with Ikea and whose dishware regularly goes viral on TikTok—is opening up his Stockholm Home to guests. Westman partners with home swapping platform Kindred to…
If you’re taking a flight to a destination, whether it be a city or if you want to hop on the red-eye. Bali You can squeeze in a sunrise between meetings or even squeeze in a morning flow. MilanThe best travel mats are unsung heroes. wellness-minded traveler’s carry-on. Lightweight, foldable, and purpose-built for life on the move, these mats strike the perfect balance between portability and performance—offering plenty of grip and support without the bulk.Hannah Towey, associate editor of The Connecticut Journal, tests out a yoga mat in Norwalk. Hannah ToweyIn a world of hotel hardwood floors, breezy beach decks,…
Imagine this: You’re stepping onto the tarmac for your next adventure—maybe it’s a remote work stint in Lisbon Or a long weekend away Big Sur—and slung over your shoulder is a bag that turns heads for all the right reasons. Dagne Dover’s bag is not just a bag. It is sleek, well-organized, and built to move with your every step. luggageYour travel sidekick. What’s the best thing? It’s not at full price.A little bit of planning is always a good idea, whether it’s for your packing list or your trip. You can also find out more about the following: Checkout…
There are many beautiful drives in the U.S. but few that make you feel like you’re on a European road trip. driving in the Alps in another era—with constant mountain views, tight switchbacks, and an open road. You’ll find it even more rare to drive in such a way that you can see wild animals like moose, grizzly and black bears from the comfort of your vehicle. Meet Montana’s Beartooth Highway (U.S. 212) is an almost 69 mile stretch of highway connecting the mountain town Red Lodge, Montana with Yellowstone National Park. Yes, the route really is as beautiful and…
Bed & bath: 8 bedrooms, 8 bathsTop Amenities Wine cellar, heated pool, spaTuscany is a place of vistas, and Villa Ardore has one of the finest in Chianti—a cascade of vines, framed by cypress trees, a patchwork of olive orchards and pine woods, and center stage, on the opposing hills, the medieval towers of San Gimignano. Villa Ardore, purchased by two California attorneys who wanted to relocate to Italy and renovate the villa, has stayed true to traditional Tuscan designs, including terra-cotta flooring, timber rafters and stone walls. Terraced gardens of lavender and rosemary are also included, as well as…
As the summer heat fades and the fall foliage takes over, travelers from all around the world are drawn to the most beautiful destinations. You’re not the only one who thinks that rolling hills, dramatic mountain ranges, and pristine lake shores make for the perfect fall getaway. It’s Because Switzerland According to a report shared by Pinterest, and its beautiful countryside were ranked as top destination for fall travel. Travel + Leisure. According to the company, the number of searches for Swiss countryside has increased by 367 percent. The 2025 Pinterest Fall Trend Report looked at trends in fashion, beauty,…
Cabernet Sauvignon has been around for a long time before it was bottled. Bordeaux Portuguese vines, which were akin to the Burgundy Pinot Noir, grew in the Tagus and Sado Valleys, in central Portugal. 4,000 years old.Ancient winemaking practices were passed down through generations of fathers and sons, crafting what we now call low-intervention wine—using natural fermentation and minimal additives—from indigenous grapes that grew wild on the Iberian peninsula for millennia. Portuguese monasteries, which grew in importance as the Catholic Church grew in the Middle Ages with the rise of the Catholic Church, became the centers for winemaking. Monks, priests…
I have long dealt with sensitive ears—an issue that was likely made worse by my twenties, where I spent way too much time hanging out in loud clubs, bars, and concert halls. My tender ears have been worn down by years of loud clubs, bars, and concert halls. walking shoes. Of course, the 25-year-old version of myself didn’t know that a few decades later I would build a career as a food and travel writer, spending a few days each month on airplanes—a not-so-ideal environment for those of us with sensitive ears. I’ve been experiencing in-flight pain for years, and…
CarnivalCarnival Sunshine Bermuda’s calls for August 20 and 21, have been cancelled. The ship instead visited the line’s resort area in Grand Bahama (Celebration Key) on August 19. It will also call on Nassau Bahamas on August 20 before returning to Norfolk Virginia on schedule on August 23.Carnival Vista Half Moon Cay was not available on the island of Half Moon Cay. Instead, Nassau, Bahamas was visited by the cruise line. Carnival Elation Freeport, Bahamas will be visited on August 20 instead of Half Moon Cay. The line’s Mardi Gras Grand Turk was visited a day later, on August 19,…
The following are some of the ways to get in touch with each other:The hot spring is not marked on the map. However, I found it and drove to the end. A stone bench overlooking the sea was dedicated by someone to her parents “with gratitude as deep as Aegean”. The words are very poignant for me because my dad passed away recently. It’s great that my mother has come along with me.We walk down the cove to a deserted beach Agia Kyriaki thermal springs. There are shuttered cottages and old fishing shacks. A rock pool with hot waters that…