Though she may not be as famous as Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, Eero Saarinen, and Oscar Niemeyer, Lina Bo Bardi was one of the 20th century’s most influential female architects.
Laura Itzkowitz
12 Hotel Openings to Watch Internationally in 2021
Even if you’re not quite ready to travel yet, keep these 12 upcoming hotels on your radar for when the time comes.
Sustainable Fish-Skin Fashion With Barbara della Rovere
Barbara della Rovere creates leather handbags from fish skin and, in the process, helps a women’s co-operative.
An Oasis in Marrakesh
Exploring Marrakesh requires a bit of extra effort because the most alluring places are hidden behind closed doors.
Jungle Bubbles Let You Sleep Surrounded by Elephants
There’s no question that the elephants are the main draw at Anantara Golden Triangle. There are 21 of them roaming the property, which doubles as an elephant sanctuary for animals that have been saved from the circus, the logging industry, or begging on the streets of Bangkok.
Revisiting the Classic Freedom of Vespa Riding in Rome
Now that Italy is starting to loosen restrictions, it is a perfect time to highlight the sense of freedom that riding a Vespa provides, a freedom that has become indelibly associated with the Eternal City.
Hotel Château du Grand-Lucé
An 18th-century château has opened as an opulent hotel in the Loire Valley.
Chef Daniele Ladaga of EMME Offers Homestyle Italian in a Luxury Setting
After having dinner at EMME Restaurant two weeks ago, I can’t stop thinking about the food.
Chez Dédé Concept Shop in Rome Started as a Joke and Became a Cult Favourite
At the store in the 16th-century Palazzo Antonelli Capponi on Via di Monserrato—one of Rome’s chicest shopping addresses—they sell an eclectic mix of curated items they collect on their travels, original products, and collaborations with other brands.
Miami’s Wynwood Walls and the Evolution of Street Art on Instagram
Instagram and the Walls, which both just celebrated their 10th anniversaries, were created within a year of each other and have a rather symbiotic relationship.
Anchored by Angkor Wat, Siem Reap Is Undergoing a Renewal
It’s the archetype of the ancient temple lost in the jungle, overgrown with vines, though that characterization could not be further from the truth. Angkor Wat is full of life and swarming with people—in fact, it can be hard to avoid the crowds.
Why Garzón, Uruguay Is the World’s Best Under-the-Radar Foodie Destination
With a population of just 200 and no working train station, Garzón certainly isn’t the kind of place you’d expect to find a restaurant launched by one of the world’s most famous chefs. Yet, there I was, about to have dinner with Francis Mallmann of Chef’s Table fame at Restaurante Garzón.
The Joy of Spending the Holidays in Rome
Twinkling lights are draped across the city’s streets, fashion boutiques mount elaborate window displays, Christmas trees stand proudly in the main squares, and five-star hotels deck the halls quite literally. If you’re planning a trip to Rome for the holidays, these are the best things to do.
What to Do on a Rainy Day in Rome
Though the city is at its most glorious under the warm Mediterranean sun, there are plenty of indoor activities to keep you occupied should you find yourself in Rome on a rainy day.
Touring Rome’s Secret Locations with Imago Artis Travel
The first time I met De Bonis, he was leading a tour of Rome’s hidden secrets that didn’t include a single museum.
Rome’s Glamorous New Hotel de la Ville: A Monument to 18th Century Tourism
Opened in May, the Hotel de la Ville occupies a prestigious address on Via Sistina at the top of the Spanish Steps, a historic part of town.
Capri Without the Crowds: Why Fall Is the Best Time for a Trip to Italy’s Most Glamorous Island
After the day-trippers have left on the last hydrofoil and the cruise ship crowds are gone, the island of Capri becomes much more relaxed.
Matteo “Zed” Zamberlan, Rome’s Amaro-Obsessed Bartender
Helmed by Matteo “Zed” Zamberlan—a self-declared “amaro obsessive” who spent almost five years behind the stick at some of New York’s best cocktail bars—the Court is the hottest new bar in Rome.
The Under-the-Radar Island Paradise for Roman Vacationers
My Roman friend Giorgia, who makes a yearly pilgrimage to Ponza, is going to kill me for writing this.
Maison Halaby
Call it a maison, atelier, or an anti-boutique; handbag designer Gilbert Halaby’s namesake shop Maison Halaby on Via di Monserrato in Rome is a homelike space for his creativity.
Design Week Mexico
Mexico’s most exciting emerging and established designers will come out to show the world what they have been up to.
Céline Cousteau
The accomplished filmmaker, humanitarian, and ambassador inspiring deep connections between humans and the Earth.
