STYLE MAP / FLORENCE, ITALY Rightly celebrated for its history, Florence too often seems like a city-cum-museum, preserved in amber for the enjoyment of the tourist hordes. But lately it is rediscovering its innovative side, as artisans and

Head to head: Thailand’s best luxury spa - Times Online
Chiva-Som is the Manchester United of destination spas: a seemingly invincible force, feared and revered by rivals. For almost 15 years, this tiny Thai resort has been the place where the likes of Kate Moss, Elle Macpherson and Liz Hurley retreat to

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Port Jefferson Station - Newsday
Beginnings: The area was first known as Comsewogue, which in the language of the Setalcott Indians means a place where several paths come together. The first white resident was William Tooker, who by 1750 was living in a house that still stands on

Norwegian Epic to Have Studio Staterooms, New Spa Suites - Travel Trade
In its latest “Epic” reveal, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) unveiled the full range of accommodations — appealing to both low and high ends of the market — on its new F3 class ship, Norwegian Epic. The line also announced that it is opening group

Thanks to frequent-flyer points and a vacation club exchange, we spent last week in Hawaii for the cost of a rental car and food. While a fun and relaxing vacation, it was strange to be at an ocean-front Maui resort during peak tourist season

Port Jefferson Station - Newsday
Beginnings: The area was first known as Comsewogue, which in the language of the Setalcott Indians means a place where several paths come together. The first white resident was William Tooker, who by 1750 was living in a house that still stands on