Whether it’s a mini-sabbatical or an adult gap year, more people are taking extended work breaks Posted March 21, 2026 If you daydream about getting a break from work, you might picture two weeks of vacation or a long weekend getaway. But some people dare to imagine something bigg…
200 love letters found in a Nashville home tell the story of a couple’s courtship during WWII Posted March 16, 2026 Highlights from a trove of more than 200 love letters that tell the story of a couple's courtship and marriage during World War II are now on display digi…
Trevi Fountain fee takes effect as Rome seeks to manage tourist crowds Posted March 7, 2026 Tourists hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain had to pay 2 euros ($2.35) starting February 2 as the city of Rome inaugurated a new fee structure to help rais…
No time for the gym and good deeds? GoodGym combines both Posted March 4, 2026 A gym that's free to join that makes you feel fitter and healthier and gives back to the community—sounds too good to be true. This is GoodGym, where volunteers r…
Lucerne’s old town becomes a canvas for its giant interactive festival of lights Posted February 24, 2026 Tens of thousands of visitors flocked to Lucerne as the Lilu Light Festival turned the city’s cobbled streets and riverfront into a glowing, interactive art exper…
Letter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen time Posted February 12, 2026 At a time when productivity means optimizing every second and screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down and disconnecting by looki…
Meet the Moroccan designer modernizing the caftan Posted February 4, 2026 Kenza Bennani, a Moroccan fashion designer, has made it her mission to modernize the traditional caftan. The garment recently made it onto the UNESCO list of Inta…
Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationship Posted February 2, 2026 It turns out, love may benefit from a little less labor. Couples who spend money on time-saving services—like getting takeout, hiring a house cleaner, or calling …
Watches and other luxuries put Geneva seconds to none for top-end Christmas gifts Posted January 21, 2026 Geneva is a hotspot for luxury shopping. From precision watches to caviar, it's a paradise for those hunting for expensive Christmas gifts. At the Blancpain st…
Laser tattoo removal can be pricey and painful, but ‘worth it,’ 1 recipient says Posted January 13, 2026 Some tattoos simply have to go for one reason or another. But industry professionals say the process of taking them off is longer, much more costly, and much more painful than get…