A beautiful, natural setting year-round, The Garden at Newfields in Indianapolis lights up for winter with the spectacular Winterlights display. The garden is part of the 152‑acre Indianapolis Museum of Art campus, and Winterlights will be on view from Nov. 23 through Jan. 5. “More than two million lights illuminate The Garden at Newfields, bringing … Read more

AVANI Hotels & Resorts, the upscale hospitality brand from Thailand-based Minor Hotel Group, has opened its first property in the Indian Ocean: AVANI Seychelles Barbarons Resort & Spa. The resort sits on the peaceful Barbarons Beach along the west coast of Mahé, roughly 25 minutes from Seychelles International Airport, and welcomes guests after an extensive … Read more

Hosting international events in Poland has required time and development. Since regaining democracy nearly three decades ago and joining the European Union more than a decade ago, Poland has steadily modernized its infrastructure and business environment. As a result, event planners are increasingly recognizing the strength of Poland’s economy and the renewed dynamism of its … Read more

Steigenberger Hotel Group is set to open its first five-star property in Doha, conveniently located near the city center and the new Hamad International Airport. Scheduled to open in 2016, the Steigenberger Hotel Doha Airport Road will offer about 200 well-appointed guestrooms, including junior suites, suites and a distinguished presidential suite. The hotel will provide … Read more

Vive la Ritz! The iconic Ritz Paris has undergone a sensitive and carefully executed renovation that has drawn attention across the hotel industry, with its major re-opening taking place in January 2016. The property’s 71 rooms and 71 suites have been refreshed in soft pastel tones and furnished with original artworks, blending 18th‑century elegance with … Read more

Classic films provide a vivid window into the past in a way museums cannot match. They immerse us in the language, fashion, social norms and everyday rhythms of another era, letting us experience history through stories, performances and visual style. If you want to explore a different time period, consider diving into some of these … Read more

Florida’s fall calendar is full of festivals and events celebrating beer, cocktails, films, music, fashion and fitness. South Walton leads the season with a slate of happenings across its 16 distinct beach communities, offering something for every interest—from culinary and arts experiences to fitness and style-focused gatherings. Baytowne Beer Festival, Oct. 14–15 The Baytowne Beer … Read more

A dream cruise is synonymous with relaxation and renewal, a pace set by gliding across calm seas and enhanced by visits to the onboard spa. What once began as a few folding massage tables tucked into dark corners of ocean liners has evolved into full-service, state-of-the-art spa complexes. Cruise lines steadily expanded their wellness offerings … Read more

Until Nov. 10, size plays a central role at Madrid’s renowned Prado Museum. The collection on display, titled Captive Beauty: Fra Angelico to Fortuny, brings together 281 works from the museum’s holdings that share a defining trait: small format. Across painting, sculpture and mixed media, these compact pieces reveal intricate detail and intimate craftsmanship. The … Read more

On the surface this is not a spectator sport. From a vantage point beside a public swimming pool in Slovenia, I try to make sense of what I am watching. Ostensibly it is a game of hockey. In practice it is a confusion of bobbing bottoms and flapping flippers. The energy expended by the two … Read more