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  • The front room of Marc and John's Merida home

    A Former Dentist’s Office Becomes an Intriguingly Layered Home in Mexico

    As two ex–New Yorkers reimagine their lives in Mérida, they band together with a local team to create an unexpected residence.

  • Getting around NYC by Ferry

    NYC Ferry Magic

    Locals know this is the best way to see the city. Our guide to must-visit piers, parks, breweries, beaches, and more across NYC’s boroughs—by water.

  • Worker pours molten metal into a form

    P.E. Guerin Makes Elegant Architectural Hardware in the Heart of the West Village

    Hidden in plain sight amidst one of Manhattan’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this storied foundry has, since 1857, crafted the hardware for some of America’s finest homes (including its president’s).

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    Dublin is Having Its Moment

    A tale of two Dublins, two iconic hotels, and a host of new reasons to visit in 2024.

  • Making a traditional West African iftar

    Guinean Asylum Seekers Cook Iftar at NYC Food Bank

    EVLovesNYC, a mutual aid organization, invites a team of the refugees it usually serves to cook a traditional Westi African iftar feast during Ramadan. Delicious mayhem ensues.

  • Veselka, a downtown dining classic, on the corner of East 9th Street and 2nd Ave.

    Five Must-Try Brunch Spots in New York’s East Village

    Enjoy an unrushed, sunlit morning meal with friends, pastry, eggs, coffee — and maybe even a cocktail — at these great East Village brunch destinations.

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    Head to Mount Pleasant to Find Vancouver's Creative Scene

    On your second trip to Van City, explore a new neighborhood.

  • A patio wine-tasting in Los Olivos

    Visit Top Santa Barbara Wineries—Without All the Driving

    Eliminate the backroads at these in-town tasting rooms where you can sip and swirl the day away.

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    Five U.S. Inns Where You’ll Sleep Well—and Eat Like Royalty

    At each of these inns across the United States—from Oregon to Connecticut—hungry travelers will find wide open spaces, genius chefs, and award-winning food.

  • Kiki Smith mosaic

    Grand Central Madison Is New York City’s Most Transportive Train Station Thanks to Its Art

    Massive mosaics by Yayoi Kusama and Kiki Smith plus more works bring verve and vibe to the city’s new terminal.

  • Long Island farm stands

    This Amagansett Farm Stand Has the Gold Standard of Corn

    Move over, Orville Redenbacher and Corn Kid. This Hamptons favorite is on its way to sweet corn domination.

  • A glass of wine next to Tomales Bay

    How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in West Marin

    When I picture the California dream, I think of West Marin: windswept bluffs over the roiling Pacific Ocean, small boats putt-putting around languid Tomales Bay. . .

  • Elevator bank gets a Bauhaus makeover

    How a Landmark Marcel Breuer Building Became a Groundbreaking, Energy-Conscious Hotel

    After years left in disrepair, the brutalist Pirelli Building in New Haven, Connecticut, has been converted into a 165-room getaway that claims it will be the country’s first net-zero hotel.

  • an ancient unspoiled peninsula

    Find an Older, Wilder California at Point Reyes

    A protected slice of national park heaven.

  • Drink me.

    The Red Vroom! Try These Matisse-Inspired Cocktails

    Two inventive cocktails mark the first tasty collaboration between MoMA and The Modern.

  • End of History, an NYC wonderland of ceramics and glass

    Six Small Shops to Visit in NYC’s West Village Right Now

    Little visionary stores give this neighborhood a creative edge.

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    A Fan's Notes: Oracle Park, Home of the SF Giants

    The 40,000 plus-seat, LEED-certified stadium on the San Francisco Bay has plenty of interesting stories to tell.

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    How to Upgrade Your House for Sustainability and Savings

    These “green” retrofits benefit your budget and the planet.

  • How to Recreate a Day in NYC From Home

    Everyone’s reason to visit New York is different: the food (the restaurants, the street carts, the pizza), the architecture (the art deco landmarks like the Chrysler Building, the sleek office towers of Wall Street, the grand edifices like Grand Central Station)…

  • What Traveling With an Anxious Child Has Taught Me

    A travel editor discovers that her daughter’s diagnosed anxiety means different kinds of journeys ahead.

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    Eileen Gray’s Modernist E-1027 Villa Reopens to Visitors on the French Riviera

    Built as a love token by the trailblazing furniture designer and self-taught architect, the stunning coastal house, now hailed as a masterwork, has been meticulously restored to its original splendor.

  • Mexican modern dream house

    A Pair of New York Architects Build the Home of Their Dreams in Oaxaca

    Stepping back from their practice in New York City to create a new home in Mexico, a couple of architects find themselves to be challenging clients.

  • The best places to stay in Van City

    7 Best Hotels in Vancouver for a Truly Local Stay

    Find the perfect hotel for your visit to this dreamy British Columbia city.

  • Santa Fe in snow

    Perfect U.S. Winter Getaways

    Whether you’re craving winter sun or a snowy wonderland, these spots are great for a short break.

  • LA designer to the stars sits on the arm of a chair

    Fearless Interior Designer Brigette Romanek Uses Her Inside Voice

    Charming chinoiserie meets '70s cool in the designer’s own eclectic L.A. bedroom.

  • A beautiful room in Rome

    Walk Into An Italian Futurist's Greatest Work of Art

    After a meticulous restoration, the extraordinary former apartment of Italian artist Giacomo Balla is opening to the public for the first time in Rome.

  • come to the capital for a new experience

    5 New Washington, D.C. Hotels Offering a Truly Local Stay

    When a hotel opening coincides with a pandemic, a different (dare we say, better?) kind of hospitality happens.

  • Talking Heads forever

    The Perfect Road Trip Playlist

    Ready to hit the open road? Load up your playlist with these 50 essential songs first.

  • dreamy rental in upstate new york

    6 Cozy Upstate NY Airbnbs to Feed the Winter Soul

    Hot tubs, fireplaces, ski trails elevate these rentals for regional staycation escapes.

  • All aboard

    7 Luxury Train Trips to Take This Year

    Slow travel gets a stylish makeover with these luxury train trips.

  • How to Pretend You’re in New Orleans at Home

    So much of New Orleans’s charm comes from its atmosphere—more than the museums or activities or sights, the city’s allure is based on its friendly, funky attitude. While New Orleans definitely enjoys a rollicking Saturday night bacchanal, it also shows up to church on Sunday (or fully intends to)…

  • What to Pack in Your Emergency Preparedness Kit

    Having a disaster survival kit in your home doesn't make you a doomsday prepper, just smart.

  • A Local's Guide to Shopping Orchard Street

    This street—once known for pushcarts and just-arrived immigrants—offers a rich taste of NYC culture for art lovers in search of the next big thing and those simply in the market for a steel-boned corset.

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