Greta Garbo made the point in 1932 in the movie “The Grand Hotel.” And so did the 19th century composer Franz Liszt who declared that “the story of two happy lovers” should be set there. Lake Como is the ideal setting for a fairy tale wedding, a honeymoon, an anniversary celebration, possibly even a proposal. … Read more
Midway through Expo Milano 2015, the USA Pavilion, which opened in May, had welcomed 2 million visitors, making it one of the most popular destinations at the first world’s fair of food. “We expected 2 to 3 million visitors,” says pavilion president Dorothy Cann Hamilton. “But now it looks like it will be 3 to … Read more
Couples season is that blissful time of year when adult couples can safely travel without encountering throngs of children.—About.com
Prague is a picturesque city beloved by photographers—and by Condé Nast Traveler readers, who voted it their sixth favorite city in the world last year. And while much of Prague’s art and architecture is several centuries old, its attitude is decidedly progressive, particularly when it comes to LGBT rights. The city is home to August’s … Read more
For decades, same-sex couples have exchanged vows both legally and in commitment ceremonies, and companies that welcomed their nuptials, honeymoons, and anniversaries are enjoying a special kind of brand loyalty. Now, with the U.S. Supreme Court’s June 26th ruling in favor of national marriage equality, the thriving gay and lesbian wedding market just got an … Read more
South Lake Tahoe is a city with two faces. Technically, it’s a California leisure destination with stunning natural scenery and year-round outdoor recreation, but it also shares a border with Stateline, Nevada, home to casinos and nightclubs, qualifying as distinctly indoor recreation. The good news is that a long weekend here brings the best of … Read more