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Dogs have long been an honored part of life in the UK, so it's no surprise the largest collection of dog paintings is in London. One way to get there: aboard the Queen Mary 2. |
Survey Andalusia in our grand tour; learn about China’s “best foot forward” in Dalian; and peek into Kolkata at the dawn of a century that is sure to make a difference. In this issue we also take you to the Shetland Islands, and to tiny Walpole, Australia, both governed by nature. We point you to a resort in Virginia, just outside of Washington D.C., and a country house not far from London. Also a hot London chef inspires this month’s recipe.
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A young Millie Smith is the subject of Ford Madox Brown’s oil painting at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. The city is an emerging center of culture, yearning to be known as more than “just” the birthplace of the Beatles ... yeah, yeah, yeah! |
Quito is one of those places which, like Greenland, still holds firm to a distinct culture. Learn more in our special report, and then read on to discover Fiji’s connection to Perry Mason, Australia’s largest Kangaroo (an island), surprisingly highbrow developments in Liverpool, what to do with a few days in Quebec, where to shop in New York (plus a recipe from a top NYC chef), and Part II of our winter ski report. Restaurant reviews liberally sprinkled throughout.
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Prague and other delights. Czech artist Alfonse Mucha migrated to Paris and his style became the French signature for art of the Sarah Bernhardt decades. Continue reading about Prague and much more. |
Deauville, the French coastal retreat-of-choice for what remains of the suave set, is the centerpiece of this month’s issue. We also show you the better restaurants in Tokyo (yes, you can — and should — travel there again), our winter ski report, how to overnight in the Galapagos, a charming getaway in the waters off San Francisco, our Rome report, a visit to Prague, and time in Languedoc along France’s southern coast.
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A few days in Berlin. A few weeks in the unexplored republic of Georgia. An adventure in China’s frozen north ... or Canada’s. The travel options this winter couldn’t be more stimulating. Read on and then call for your suitcases. |
Fall ... the right time to settle into an armchair and remind yourself about that great cultural world capital, Berlin. And so much more. Learn why travelers are beginning to visit the former Soviet republic of Georgia. See how Harbin, China orchestrates a winter ice festival (Wow!), and discover a part of Argentina about which you may not have read. Check our review of Seabourn’s ship, Sojourn; learn about visiting London’s 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games; sneak off to Stratford-Upon-Avon to see the new Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and then return to North America to follow the migration of bears and belugas to Manitoba. (Yes, Manitoba.)
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The oldest art in the world was unearthed a mere nine years ago in South Africa. Learn more about how you can see it — and squeeze in a safari — in our September issue. |
September 2011
In September, we bring you a special report from various parts of Ireland; an update about lunching and shopping in Rome; insight into Vienna, Austria and Lausanne, Switzerland; and recreating in three American spots — Long Island wineries, Oregon theater territory, and Utah’s Zion Canyon National Park. To this we add our review of South Africa and a simple, rewarding recipe for Oregon blackberry pie.
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There’s more progress than you might imagine in Kiev, capital of Ukraine. It's our special report in August. And there’s so much more. |
August 2011
Though the print editions of our August and September issues were bound and mailed together, they are separate online. In addition to Kiev, in August you’ll find our report from Paris, side trips in Cambodia, a look at Rajasthan in India, overlooked Regensburg (Germany), an update on dining in San Francisco, and a resort with historic roots in Virginia, within easy driving distance of Monticello and Washington, D.C. There's also a recipe for “bacon spiced” tofu from the chef at the Clifton Inn.
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Modern design enthusiasts adore Stockholm, hub of modern design. Meanwhile, traditionalists can catch up with Da Vinci in London. If travel is your art, read our July issue. |
Seeking a life experience? Look no further than adopting your own elephant for a day or two in Thailand. Celebrate summer in Park City or the Canadian Rockies, traditionally ski zones. Catch a few rays on St. Lucia, or sail nearby on yacht-like Sea Dream. Immerse yourself in modern design in Stockholm, sample the beach resorts in Uruguay, or each kosher in London. Stuck at home? Try our seafood stew alternative to bouillabaise.
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While our Special Report focuses on Florence, the center of sophisticated Renaissance art, the rest of this issue is about good ’ole fashioned fun. Find your spot in the sun and follow suit. |
It’s time for new boots, whether Soho shopping or taking the kids to a dude ranch out west. Check out our Report from London and Report from Rome, plus three great cities in Turkey, as late summer options. Or sample Kenya safari camps and the wild coast of Patagonia. And our recipe will make you a grill champion. Our special report focuses on Florence, Italy; while online, our home page offers a bonus feature, Dining in France.
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Every trip is singular, whether brought to life by culture, nature, or spontaneous encounter. Explore a range of memorable holidays in this month’s issue — from getaway to rugged journey, and luxe spa to quaint inn. Which is your cup of tea? |
Travel with us to the beach resorts of Gran Canaria (Canary Islands); follow our deep-Amazonia adventure; visit ancient Cuenca, Spain; sample a pair of favorite Florida resorts; discover the Malaysian rainforest, and learn about a great spa hidden in, of all places, Wisconsin. And don’t miss our special report on literary Dublin, a great holiday idea for any reader and/or pub-lover. P.S. This month’s recipe is from Miami’s highly regarded luxury resort, the Setai.
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Old versus new. From Bordeaux to Birmingham, cities large and small have chosen different ways to manage changing times. How well have they done? Judge for yourself ... in the April issue. |
We lead with a special report from Bordeaux, a city that has aged beautifully, and move on to Birmingham, England; Valencia, Spain; and even little Bluffton, South Carolina. Then “out” to where nature is in charge — Antarctica, Patagonia and Costa Rica. Finally we’re at leisure aboard a new cruise ship and at a British Columbia spa (where we cheat on our diets).
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The archeological discoveries of Paphos, Cyprus, include ancient Roman mosaics dating back two millennia. It’s one of several exotic destinations in the March issue. |
Our Special Report zeroes in on the national parks of eco-conscious Costa Rica. From there we explore the burgeoning growth of Chongqing, China and the finer points of cuisine in Asian cooking schools. Discover Toronto's special breed of hotels that focus on art, or mosaics in the ancient ruins of Paphos, Cyprus. Try the better dining in Scottsdale and note some favorite shops in Martha's Vineyard. Finish up with our reports from Rome and Paris, including a French recipe for fennel.
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A large, suspended installation bridges the gap between Soviet-era style and modern artistic sensibilities in Moscow. Learn about these discoveries and more in Passport's February issue. |
Our international coverage this month leads off with an engaging look at Moscow’s burgeoning modern art scene, then veers to Scotland’s outlying Hebrides islands, Spain’s Costa Blanca, and luxury vacationing in Barbados’ finest resort. Our Report from London brings capital news, as always; and one might consider adding Cartagena back onto the travel list as Colombia works hard to earn the confidence of travelers. Our special report goes to Himalayan heights for a look at Darjeeling. Domestically, we stop by a remote thermal spa in New Mexico for soothing sensations that go to the bone.
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These ancient jars, now in New York’s Metropolitan Museum, once transported wine. On another floor, excellent modern vintages are being poured in the Met’s fine dining restaurant. Learn about museum dining in New York, and more, in the January issue. |
Take a timely look at both Belfast and Beirut, two sites of prior strife that are remaking themselves as modern and welcoming capitals. And there’s also news from Rome, Croatia, Kauai, Miami’s South Beach, and San Francisco’s Bay Area. Enjoy!
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Our cover features an except from one of our favorite museums, the Musée d'Orsay in Paris; but another visual star in this issue is Tuscany's beautiful Val d'Orcia region. |
Don’t miss the annual Winter Ski Update as much has changed on our favorite slopes this season. Also, come with us to visit the elegant Rothschild estate at Waddesdon Manor in England; and the refined-in-nature resort at Canoe Bay, Wisconsin. The Insider visits Zaragoza, Spain; our Report from Paris is a keeper; and so is our Special Report: Australia’s Barossa Valley wineries. Finally, who can resist the beautiful Val d’Orcia region in Tuscany?
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Mother Teresa is Albania’s most famous citizen, born of a people and nation that’s only just caught the eye of western travelers. Join us as we explore post-communist Albania in this issue's Special Report. |
Rediscovering the superb relaxation of Hawaii’s Big Island; visiting Charlottesville’s Boar’s Head Inn near Monticello; tracing the duPont legacy in the Brandywine Valley; luxuriating in Lausanne, Swiss capital of refined hospitality; putting Naples, Italy back on the tourism map; a devine side-trip to Boulogne when crossing the Channel; and an in-depth look a Laos for your next Asian adventure.
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Within the ruins of Persepolis, a World Heritage site near Shiraz and once the capital of Persia, walls lined with fifth-century bas reliefs still survive. Read our special report. |
Wildlife conservation vacations abound in Namibia; shopping is to be done in Montreal and wines are to be tasted in Southern California's Temecula growing region. Meanwhile, Shanghai's explosive growth results in new luxury hotels, and Iran's ancient past quietly awaits outside of Shiraz. Maryland and Virginia combine into a nice driving vacation (plus a recipe); and we patch up some missing elements from our recent Santa Monica dining update. Also, we find a hideway in Austria, and our popular Report from London returns.
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Impressionist art, fine dining, new hotel finds, museum updates, shopping and more are in this month's Report from Paris. |
A special report from Tajikistan; Palermo, the Sicilian city that's brought itself back from peril; our Report from Paris; golf in Machrihanish, Scotland; a favorite mercado in Madrid; the German expedition ship Hanseatic; American luxury at the Kohler resort in Wisconsin; the one-time gold-rush village of Jacksonville, Oregon; a dining update from Santa Monica in Southern California; what's up in Maui's northern uplands; and a traditional Tajik recipe.
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In ancient caves, restricted to visitors for centuries, hundreds of elaborately carved statues are wonderfully preserved and now viewable by visitors to Dazu, China. |
A special domestic report: Ethnic dining in Chicago; the Azores bring Europe to the mid-Atlantic; Malaga, home to the genius of Picasso; a touch of medieval times preserved in Norwich, England; exotic and historic Djerba, the Tunisian resort; San Antonio, from Alamo to River Walk to safari; Seattle's luxe hotels, big-time tribal casino resort, and nearby village of Edmonds; and pan-roasted salmon from a fine restaurant at Pike Place Market.
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Vienna hosts a long ball season that adds one more experience to your cultural resume. But between dances, don't miss the show at the Vienna Art Museum, which features excellent visiting and permanent collections. |
A special report: Road Trip along the Malay Peninsula; the authentic Riviera Maya at Mayakoba; an update on a Lake Placid classic; the ancient Spanish pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostelo; revisiting Palm Springs; formal partying in Vienna; choose your view in Zermatt; the Insider goes to Morocco; our periodic report from London; and a Swiss chef shares his recipe for Agnello Tonnato.
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Cannery Row turns a part of California's formative history into an attraction for tourists near Monterey, where nearby the art museum preserves paintings from those earlier frontier-like days. |
Explore luxury in the Burgundy and Champagne regions of France; plan a quick visit to Monterey, California; where to be hip in Montreal; Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand; Selinda Reserve in Botswana; ancient discoveries in Hoi An, Vietnam; dining out in Salt Lake City; adventuring in style in Nicaragua; a booklover's visit to Wales; our Report from Rome; and a twist on pancakes from a Nicaraguan chef.
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No American city does a better job packing sophisticated diversions into its city blocks. Come with us to find shopping and museum highlights in and around Chicago this spring and summer. |
Shopping chic in Chicago; discovering a Newport Beach luxury resort; visiting the remote Madeleine Islands; updates from Boston and Paris; Aman-style luxury in the Utah desert; exploring downtown Chiang Mai; cruising the rivers of Germany; a great recipe for seared scallops; and a special report from the Amalfi Coast.
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Although the use of foxes has been vastly curtailed, the sport of fox hunting remains a cultural tradition throughout the English countryside, where manor life is an option for your next visit to England. |
A new look at Ghana; discovering Yogyakarta, on the island of Java in Indonesia; icewines and other vintages at Niagara wineries; going "green" at a deluxe Napa resort; holidays at two English manor hotels; Sète, France’s overlooked Mediterranean port; festive Lake Charles, Louisiana; a side-trip from Seville; a wonderful look at Glacier National Park straddling Montana and Alberta; and a Ghanaian dish, Jollof rice.
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The Northern Territory of Australia lies closer to Indonesia than to Sydney, and shares a separate, ancient history. The current Aboriginal culture had its beginnings 40,000 years ago; cave art preserves some of the story, near Darwin, Australia. |
Outdoor touring from Vancouver to Whistler; returning to New Orleans; hotel discoveries in San Francisco; exotic Darwin, Australia; Katowice outside of Krakow; assessing Maldives resorts; exploring Uzbekistan; dining in Normandy; plus updates from London and Rome.
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Much ancient Maori art existed without protection from the elements, and is lost. But the tradition carries on in elaborate carvings reminiscent of a much earlier time. It's part of our look at New Zealand in the February issue. |
Northern Italian Towns; New Zealand Lodges; Bar Harbor, Maine; Colorado Guest Ranches; England's Crop Circles, Mazatlan Resorts and Sportfishing; Phnom Penh; and Paris
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Oskar Schlemer's "Bauhaus Stairway" is a 1932 modernist work with more than a hint of cubism in its structure. It's part of an exhibit at New York's Museum of Modern Art. MoMA and other NYC museums have raised a crop of fine restaurants operating beside their priceless art and artifacts. Read more about them in the January issue. |
Ski resorts, Brussels, Budapest, France's Brittany Coast, Yongding, Hot Springs, New York museum dining, Philadelphia, Rome, London, Chicken Paprika
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"The Boating Party" celebrates the joys of getting out in the summer and reminds us all to plan ahead. Meanwhile, Mary Cassatt's brilliant piece is on display in Washington D.C. Image is courtesy of the National Gallery; oil on canvas, 1893/1894, Chester Dale Collection |
Marseille, Suncadia, Little Washington, Quirpon Island, Spitsbergen, St. Gallen, Grand Canyon, South Africa, Rye, South Tyrol
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Georgia O'Keeffe derived immeasurable inspiration from Taos, New Mexico and you can, too -- particularly with our travel tips in tow. Georgia O’Keeffe. Pink Tulip. 1926. Courtesy of The Baltimore Museum of Art. |
Australia' Gold Coast, Cruise Privileges, Amsterdam, Barbados, South African Cape, Taos, London, Rome, Apalachicola, Florida
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The Moneylender and His Wife, a Flemish painting by Quentin Metsys (also Quinten Matsijs) from about 1514, is one of 35,000 works of art on display at the Louvre in Paris. |
Copenhagen, Beijing, Lecce, Italy, Chile, Sun Valley, Beaufort, S.C., Dublin Dining, Paris, Madrid
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Like Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh and Monet were all inspired by Provence, vignettes of which appear frequently in their works, which in turn have inspired countless works by other artists (as above). Today, Provence is littered with museums in their honor. |
Las Vegas, London, Hong Kong Hotels, Provence Art, Albarracin, Spain, Myanmar, Santa Fe, Antartic Expedition, Italy
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Luis Melendez is considered the finest Spanish still life artist of his century. His works, including Still Life with Melon (oil on canvas, about 1770) will show at Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts, February-May 2010. While in Boston, dine at one of the fine restaurants we review. |
Krakow, Malawi, Adelaide, Winnipeg, Paris, Bora Bora, Connemara, Ireland, Oahu and Maui Dining, Rome, Boston Hotel Dining
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This richly-hued, stained glass rendition of a heavenly angel was produced by American artisans in the 1870s. It is original to St. Joseph’s, the local Catholic Church in Macon, Georgia. This month we take a look at both Savannah and Macon on a road trip to Georgia. |
Brussels, Yosemite, Albuquerque, Savannah and Macon, Mendocino, Tunisia, Switzerland, Rome Shopping, Portugal, Grand Cayman
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Artistic influences of Persian style and the Mughal period in India run through the many palace murals of Rajasthan. At the fort of Jodhpur, this mural depicts a royal procession, complete with elephant and courtiers. |
Altea, Spain, German Wine Country, Irish Castle, Rajasthan Trip, Chiang Mai, London, Hawaii, Montreal, Turk & Caicos
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Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, one of the most diverse and captivating landscapes in the world, frames a lifestyle that celebrates nature, sport, food and art. |
Tenerife, Mediterranean Cruising, Geneva, Vancouver Olympics, Turin, Edinburgh, Catalonia, Pingyao, London
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The remote, harsh, spiritual environment of Bhutan is the subject of a Special Report in our April issue, represented here by Namothose, He Who Hears Everything. |
Traveling Cookbookers, Santorini, Napa Valley, Geneva, Venice, Anchorage, Alaska, Bhutan, Namibia