Month: May 2024

Southwold Erected in 1900, Southwold Pier was originally 810 feet long, but by the Eighties – after being battered by fierce storms and Second World War sea mines – a mere 60 feet remained. Rebuilding work took place between 1999 and 2001, extending it to a more impressive 623 feet, and thanks to its forward-thinking owners,
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Even though vodka is the world’s most popular spirit, it takes a backseat to its flashier cocktail cousins like whiskey, tequila, and gin for many drinkers. That’s understandable, especially when you look back over the last several decades when low-quality and flavored vodkas flooded the marketplace. Drinkers could be forgiven if their definition of vodka
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Europe’s legendary libraries rank among some of the world’s most famous buildings. Many are historical landmarks, grand monuments to the importance of learning and the power of knowledge to society.  A list of our favorite libraries in Europe could run into the hundreds. We’ve narrowed down our list to lesser-known institutions that you’ll want to
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Weeds have been a major challenge since the earliest days of farming. Tillage – the mechanical means of weed control used for centuries degrades soils over time. This impact became particularly problematic in the modern era and combined with drought to create the “Dust Bowl” phenomenon in the US in the 1930s. A great deal
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Don’t be deceived by the opulent Renaissance palaces, the gold jewelry shining from Ponte Vecchio’s storefronts and the high-end brands lined up on Via Tornabuoni – Florence doesn’t have to cost a fortune. The art-filled capital of Tuscany may be brimming with treasures from the past but, contrary to what your wallet might fear, there
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Whitney Spielfogel Nestled along the pristine shores of Punta de Mita, the Susurros Del Corazón, an Auberge property, is one of the newest hidden gems in this under-the-radar region that captivates with its local charm and utmost tranquility. Perched on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, Susurros Del Corazón offers guests a serene, secluded retreat. The resort boasts breathtaking views of
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Heavenly Zion National Park is the holy grail of Utah’s “Mighty 5” and one of the most-visited national parks in the country.  The towering red and white cliffs of Zion Canyon, one of Utah’s most dramatic natural wonders, loom high over the Virgin River, and are enshrined in the park’s original name, Mukuntuweap, the Native Paiute
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There is a sense of humor around every corner when you’re driving in the USA. How else to explain those wacky, way-out-in-left-field roadside attractions you’ll stumble upon? Sculptures made of cars, energy vortexes and oversized household items are just the beginning. Here are our favorite offbeat stops. 1. Cadillac Ranch – Texas In 1974, the late,
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If it’s May, it’s time to break out the refreshing white wines and perhaps no variety telegraphs spring brighter than Sauvignon Blanc. Though originating in France and most famously in Bordeaux and the Loire Valley (Sancerre, Pouilly Fumé), it’s made in numerous Old and New World regions: Australia, California, Chile, Italy (where it is also
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The high-desert city of Sedona offers both the ultimate escape and a sensory overload, whether you’re visiting a vortex site to feel the Earth’s energy or trekking to a natural sandstone bridge with vertiginous views. Situated in Arizona’s Coconino National Forest and flanked by Red Rock State Park and Slide Rock State Park, Sedona is the quintessential
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