My picks in Arts & Culture

Inspired finds in arts & culture.

From hidden gem museums from LA to Rome, to extraordinary art & music festivals in the US and Europe, to contemporary art galleries in London, Miami, and more, these files focus on what's niche, unique, and can't-be-missed in the arts and culture arena.

Here are my latest Arts & Culture files or search above for files on a specific place or interest...

 

Serratone, a Private Villa Estate in Tuscany, Italy

Moscatello, Tuscany, Italy

A fabulous villa in one of my favorite destinations … book me in! Italy's incredibly rich history, culture and arts combine with a private estate,...

  • Last Activity: 01/28/2010
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Eight Great Winter Events To See and Be Seen

St. Moritz, London, Miami, New York, Aspen, Buenos Aires & more

Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you have to hide away inside. The winter season is packed with exciting, glamorous and fun-filled...

  • Last Activity: 11/12/2009
 

Rome's Hidden Gem Museums

Extraordinary artifacts, unique exhibitions & historic gardens

Rome is living history, but if you search beyond the major monuments you'll find an array of much smaller museums with an extraordinary collection...

  • Last Activity: 10/23/2009
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Longitude 131, A Luxurious Tented Resort in Central Australia

Spectacular, all-inclusive desert camp in the remote and rugged Red Centre

One of my editors, Andrew, has just returned from a stay at Longitude 131 and is raving about it. “Don't think about staying anything less than 3...

  • Last Activity: 10/12/2009
 

Cheat Sheet: New York City

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, shopping, cabaret, spas & more

The choices are mind boggling in the city that never sleeps. To help all you busy people take the juiciest bite out of the Big Apple, I've rounded...

  • Last Activity: 08/14/2009
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Cheat Sheet: Ravello, Italy

Clifftop villa hotels, gorgeous gardens, alfresco dining, cooking schools & more

I think of Ravello as the classic Italian town, tucked into the Amalfi Coast south of Naples. If you enjoy (as I do) high quality music in a...

  • Last Activity: 08/09/2009
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Cheat Sheet: Sicily, Italy

Top Hotels, Private Villas, Restaurants, Villages, Beaches, Sights, Islands & more

Far from the madding tourist crowds of Tuscany & Umbria, Sicily is a lesser known Italian gem that packs a surprising punch. This lovely...

  • Last Activity: 06/03/2009
 

Europe's Top Summer Music, Opera and Jazz Festivals

Fabulous Concerts in Austria, Switzerland, Italy, England & more

Europe lays claim to the world's best music festivals, and many of them are held during the Summer at spectacular outdoor venues. Here are some of...

  • Last Activity: 04/28/2009
 

Top U.S. Summer Festivals for Music, Dance & Theater

Classical Music, Jazz, Ballet, Drama, Opera, Modern Dance & more

Picnic time! For culture vultures in the United States, summer is a movable feast of world-class performing arts festivals, many held in stunning...

  • Last Activity: 04/23/2009
 

Creative Mother's Day Gift Ideas & Experiences

Wine Tasting, Private Chefs, Art Tours, Yoga Retreats & more

The traditional brunch and bouquet of flowers is always lovely for Mother's Day, but how about surprising mom with something new this year—perhaps...

  • Last Activity: 04/17/2009
 

Barbados, My Insider Tips

An at-a-glance guide to enjoy the best of Barbados

I spent time with frequent visitors and those who call Barbados their second home to uncover the ins and outs of this special island. I tapped some...

  • Last Activity: 03/30/2009
 

Eight Great Small Escapes in the U.S. & Europe

Save time and airfare by driving or taking the train to a getaway near you ...

Like most people, you're likely watching your wallet more carefully these days and a major trip may not be on your list for this year. But getting...

  • Last Activity: 03/16/2009
 

A Perfect Day in South Kensington, London

My picks for cafes, shopping, museums & more in South Ken, London

South Kensington is one of London's prettiest residential areas and offers so much for everyone of all ages. Here's my take on one way (there's...

  • Last Activity: 03/12/2009
 

San Diego's Best Arts & Cultural Attractions: Cutting-Edge Galleries to World-Class Opera

Modern Art, Dance, Theater and Kids' Museums in San Diego, California

Although San Diego is better known internationally for sun, sand and surfers, the Southern Californian county—home to several universities,...

  • Last Activity: 02/17/2009
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Eight Great Hidden Gem Museums in New York

Fabulous small museums and art galleries in Manhattan

New York has some of the best museums and art galleries in the world, but the city also has an array of much smaller themed museums with...

  • Last Activity: 01/19/2009
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Eight Great Jazz Clubs in London

An array of unique venues to enjoy London's best jazz talents

From the glamorous Pigalle Club to late-night venues in quiet and secluded back-alley locations, London's fabulous jazz clubs never miss a beat...

  • Last Activity: 01/16/2009
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Eight Great Children's Mural Painters

Why hang flimsy posters in your children's bedrooms or playrooms when you can transform the walls into original works of art? From...

  • Last Activity: 01/14/2009
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Hidden Gem Museums in Los Angeles

Vintage cars, Greek and Roman antiquities, Holocaust, and more

You might think L.A.'s arts and culture is confined to the Hollywood movie industry, but the city has an array of top museums, many of them tucked...

  • Last Activity: 01/13/2009
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Beautiful Hidden Gem Museums in Paris

From Edith Piaf to decorative arts, sculpture, fashion, Monet and more

Paris has some of the most magnificent museums and art galleries in the world, but a handful of hidden gems lie just off the beaten tourist track.

  • Last Activity: 01/12/2009
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Hidden Gem Museums in Chicago

Family-friendly museums featuring astronomy, photography, science and more

While the acclaimed Field Museum is one of Chicago's star attractions, the Windy City has an array of much smaller but equally fascinating museums,...

  • Last Activity: 01/07/2009
 

Cheat Sheet: San Diego

Top Hotels, Golf Resorts, Restaurants, Shops & more in San Diego, California

I consider myself part "California Girl," and there's no better place to live the beach lifestyle than in sunny Southern California. I love...

  • Last Activity: 11/24/2008
 

Hidden Gem Museums in Florence

Michelangelo masterpieces, designer shoes, ancient frescoes & more

Once you've toured the magnificent Duomo and Pitti Palace, wander down some of Florence's lesser known paths to find fascinating hidden gem museums...

  • Last Activity: 11/20/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Florence

Top picks for city & countryside hotels, restaurants & hidden gem museums

The capital of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance ... Florence never fails to wow me with its glorious architecture and art, and food that...

  • Last Activity: 11/19/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Rome

Top picks for boutique hotels, restaurants, spas, beauty experts, and hidden gem museums

Rome is one of my favorite cities. Those super-chic Italians have perfected the art of la dolce vita, and nowhere is it more enjoyable than in this...

  • Last Activity: 11/19/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Los Angeles

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, salons, shops, museums & more

When I travel to the U.S., I frequently visit Los Angeles to spend time with close friends and sample the latest on the scene of this sunny...

  • Last Activity: 11/17/2008
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Finland's Savonlinna Opera Festival

Savonlinna, Finland

Could there be a more romantic setting for an opera festival? Built in 1475, Olavinlinna Castle is a medieval masterpiece set on an island in the...

  • Last Activity: 11/14/2008
 

Sweden's Drottningholms Opera Festival

Drottningholms Slottsteater, Sweden

This little-known opera and ballet festival is a gem, staged in a beautifully preserved 18th-century theater in Drottningholms Palace in Stockholm....

  • Last Activity: 11/14/2008
 

Montreal Jazz Festival

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

It's the largest event of its kind on the planet (so says The Guinness Book of Records) and the experience is out of this world: 11 days of...

  • Last Activity: 11/10/2008
 

Stars of the White Nights at Mariinsky Theatre

Ballet and Opera Festival, St. Petersburg, Russia

This ballet and opera festival is a popular and important event in the contemporary music and theatre calendar. This season sees a predominantly...

  • Last Activity: 11/10/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Boston

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, museums, florists & more

With a second office in Boston, I have really loved getting to know this historic, yet up-and-coming city. On each trip I've been so impressed with...

  • Last Activity: 11/05/2008
 

Miami's Must-See Contemporary Art Galleries and Exhibitions

A spectacular collection of modern art and large-scale installations

Miami is one of the most colorful, vibrant and exciting cities in the world, and a place where art imitates life in the most spectacular fashion.

  • Last Activity: 10/31/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: Buenos Aires

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, shopping, polo, tango & more

I used to live Buenos Aires, and still have many great friends in that lively and sophisticated city. Based on my own finds there, and those of...

  • Last Activity: 10/29/2008
 

Cheat Sheet: London

Top picks for hotels, restaurants, museums, jazz clubs, wellness & more

London has been my home-base for the past eight years, during which I've scoured this dynamic city for the best and most unique services and...

  • Last Activity: 10/27/2008
 

Contemporary Art Museums in London

Top modern art museums featuring design, architecture, photogaphy and more

While the Tate Modern, ICA and Saatchi Museum have the financial clout to draw top names and large crowds, London boasts a wealth of smaller...

  • Last Activity: 10/16/2008
 

Eight Great London Art Collections

A dazzling array of the world's finest paintings, decorative arts and more

The National Gallery, Tate Britain and Victoria & Albert Museum may steal the limelight,  but there are still many more historical art...

  • Last Activity: 10/16/2008
 

Contemporary Art Galleries in London

Where to buy the best contemporary art, sculpture, photographs and more

London's contemporary art scene has never been more vibrant, with top galleries exhibiting works by some of the world's leading artists. And with...

  • Last Activity: 10/16/2008
 

Italy's Top Opera, Music & Ballet Festivals

Opera in ancient Roman amphitheaters, chamber music in a miniature Sistine Chapel, and jazz in historic piazzas and palazzos. Summer in Italy means...

  • Last Activity: 09/18/2008
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Hidden Gem Museums in London

A walk through British history, books, clocks, silver, architecture and more

London's cultural and historical riches extend way beyond the Tate, National Gallery and Victoria & Albert Museum. Here are some fascinating...

  • Last Activity: 09/11/2008
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Eight Great Children's Museums

The world's leading wonderlands for art, innovation, adventure and imagination are destinations unto themselves.

  • Last Activity: 09/09/2008
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New York's Best Cabaret Clubs for Live Music, Show Tunes and Jazz Standards

New York City, New York

The Big Apple is the best place in the world to hear the Great American Songbook and jazz standards performed by renowned cabaret circuit veterans...

  • Last Activity: 08/29/2008
 

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