Art tips

For the last five decades, the Sydney Opera House has been a global spectacle: with its whimsical rooftop sails and prime location on the Sydney Harbour, it has become not only the city's most recognizable symbol, but that of all of Australia. While presiding over the building's October 20, 1973, opening, the late Queen Elizabeth II called it “unique”—and while its architecture certainly remains a standout feature, what makes the structure truly forward-thinking is the degree to which Danish architect Jørn Utzon drafted it with sustainability in mind.

The pandemic can be blamed for a lot of things, but one positive outcome are some of the changes in the way we now travel. One growing trend – as a result of having been grounded for so long, no doubt – is the fact that many of us want to travel deeper and stay longer in a given destination. Dubbed ‘slow travel’, this way of traveling allows us to get under the skin of a place and connect properly with a locale. Not only does this benefit local communities, as travelers tap into small businesses and local tour companies, but it also has an abundantly positive effect on travelers, who come away feeling enriched and enlightened by their authentic experiences.

The shoji screen door slides closed behind me. The room is sun-dappled — paper door and latticework walls letting light in while keeping prying eyes out. My shoes have been spirited away and the tatami floor is cool underfoot, its summer-hay scent hanging in the air. The rush grass used for the flooring, I’m told, comes from neighbouring Kumamoto Prefecture. The latticework carpentry forming the walls and arched ceilings are Okawa Kumiko style, originating in Fukuoka, which is where I currently find myself. Although not for much longer. At the blow of a whistle, this room will soon be on the move. The delicate confection of paper, wood and grass is, in fact, inside a train.

Once home to a great ancient empire and now a cutting-edge and progressive modern capital, Mexico City has been one of the Americas’ mightiest metropolises since its inception. 

Exploring galleries and museums enriches travel plans, captivating and leaving a lasting impression on those who engage with their immersive displays. This holds particularly true when journeying through Japan, where the architectural marvels themselves reflect the deep creativity of the nation's artistic souls. A tour centered around art in Japan can guide you through stunning natural landscapes, rich traditions, and the exhilarating realm of avant-garde artistic expressions.

It’s a bit ironic that the National Museum of Women in the Arts, the first museum dedicated entirely to female artists and which reopens on October 21, 2023, occupies a former masonic temple once owned by the Freemasons - famous for their refusal to admit women.

Choosing the best places to visit in Florida is like a florist painstakingly selecting the most perfect flowers for a wedding bouquet.

From aerial photos of sunny beaches captured from an open-door helicopter to posing dogs in berets in Paris, fine art photographer Gray Malin is a master at capturing shots that evoke the feeling of vacation and joy.

Step into a world where art transcends the boundaries of traditional galleries and finds its home within the luxurious confines of some of the world's most esteemed hotels. In this captivating journey, we will explore the intriguing fusion of hospitality and artistic expression, taking you on a tour of remarkable hotels with impressive art collections.

From the finding true local cuisine to discovering more about the history of the islands, here are the best ways to get under the skin of The Bahamas.

Located roughly halfway between Paris and Amsterdam, the city of Brussels is often overlooked in favor of those two European tourism heavyweights. But Brussels has much to offer in its own right, and is a terrific base from which to explore some of Belgium’s most beautiful cities. During my recent visit to the unofficial capital of Europe, I had the pleasure of staying at the historic and charming Hotel Amigo, a member of the Rocco Forte family of hotels and The Leading Hotels of the World.

Largely disconnected from the high-speed whizz of Japan’s big urban centres, the region of Tohoku in the far north of Honshu island has long been associated with folk art, crafts and talismans ­— made by hand and perfected over centuries by generations of artisans. Here in deep Japan, where rice paddies surround isolated houses and torii gates mark forest boundaries, these caretakers of tradition are making some of Japan’s most cherished treasures

Glassmaking might have you thinking of the Venetian island of Murano, but there’s another place in Europe where the art has flourished. In Czechia’s Liberec region, glass products including jewelry and chandeliers have been made for centuries.

Taiwan is a country with more facets than the 11-headed Guanyin you’ll see inside its temples.

From luxury shopping to bar-hopping and sightseeing, tourists have come to favor iconic U.S. streets. The hairpin turns on Lombard Street and wrought iron balconies of Bourbon Street are Instagram gold.

When the artist Emmanuel Nkuranga opened his second gallery in Kigali in 2019—his first, launched with his brother a decade ago, kick-started the local contemporary art scene—he called it Choose Kigali.

The Carneros Resort and Spa has many features you'd expect from a luxury resort in the heart of California's Napa Valley: sophisticated farmhouse style, a tranquil spa and extraordinary views of the neighboring vineyards.

 In our 5 Shops series, we’ll point you in the direction of our favorite independent shops across some of the world's best cities. From food markets to bookshops, vintage and homegrown design, we've found a diverse and exciting mix of local retailers where you can pick up one-of-a-kind pieces.

I have been made in these rocks. Here have I shaped my personality,” Salvador Dalí said of the landscape around his home of Portlligat, plus neighbouring Cadaqués and Cap de Creus. Dalí lived in this village for most of his life, setting up home in a fishing hut from 1930. It was, for him, a place of “geological peacefulness”.

When Frieze London debuted in 2003, 27,700 visitors came to view 124 gallerists, representing what was then a small London contemporary art scene. Initially founded by Frieze magazine founders Amanda Sharp and Matthew Slotover, Frieze was eventually purchased by American talent agency and holding group Endeavor. In the 20 years since its inception, the art fair has blown up to become one of the most esteemed in the world, with an annual attendance of over 100,000 and editions in New York and Los Angeles.

While Canada’s Atlantic and Pacific coasts are home to their fair share of spectacular landscapes, those who venture into the vast interior of the country can find towering mountains, verdant forests, and rushing rivers—and for those hoping to explore all three at once, Alberta is the perfect destination. Measuring in at just over 660,000 square kilometers, this sprawling province hosts large tracts of the Rocky Mountains, offering ample opportunity for outdoor adventure aficionados to explore to their hearts’ content. For impending visitors, there’s no shortage of dazzling ecolodges to use as a base, but when it comes to finding the perfect blend of luxury accommodations and rustic charm, there’s no beating Mount Engadine Lodge.