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The Raphael Hotel: Just Steps from Kansas City's Best Attractions

04/25/2013 by Sean Hillen

One of the highlights of any visit to Kansas City, Missouri is a leisurely stroll through the delightful area of fashionable restaurants, stores and ornate fountains known as the Spanish Plaza. The stucco architecture of its buildings are modeled after those in Seville, with whom it has a long-established sister city relationship. Located directly in front of the plaza is The Raphael Hotel, which has been voted as one of the 2013 Travel + Leisure 500 World's Best Hotels. ... (Read More)

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Jewelry of Italian Actress Gina Lollobrigida Sets Records at Sotheby's Auction

05/17/2013 by Alexa Mangrum

Jewelry once owned by Italian actress, photojournalism, and sculptor Gina Lollobrigida sold for nearly $5 million on Tuesday at Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels auction in Geneva. ... (Read More)

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Kilchoman: The Little Whisky Farm Distillery That Could

05/05/2013 by Noah Joseph

Whisky connoisseurs enamored of the peated style will be familiar with the usual suspects from Islay. The Hebridean isle is home to some of the best in the business, including Ardbeg, Bowmore, Lagavulin and Laphroaig. But excellent as their whiski ... (Read More)

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Amusement Park VIP Perks to Enhance Your Family Vacation

05/01/2013 by Lena Katz

A recent news story about rich people allegedly hiring handicapped tour guides to jump lines at Disney ignited a firestorm of commentary online. One question we as travel experts ask is: Why go to such questionable lengths when almost every amusement park has a VIP offering that gets you line-jumping privileges and plenty of other perks? ... (Read More)

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10 Picturesque Picnic Spots to Dine Al Fresco This Summer

04/29/2013 by Lena Katz

It’s al fresco dining season again, and hotels are getting creative with their outdoor setups. From a rustic-elegant set up overlooking the Spanish hillside, to a romantic beach tryst on a private South Sea island, here are 10 over-the-top open air set ups that take picnicking to a new level. ... (Read More)

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Vedema Resort Santorini Celebrates Local Flavors With 2013 Year of Gastronomy Events

05/14/2013 by Alexa Mangrum

With a climate of year-round sun fused with cool sea breezes, it’s no surprise Santorini fosters a host of scrumptious delicacies that have become essential to locals, and adored by chefs and foodies the world over. ... (Read More)

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Steven Spielberg Sets Up Cannes Headquarters Aboard His $200 Million Megayacht

05/15/2013 by Jared Paul Stern

Hollywood titan Steven Spielberg, president of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival this year, has established his headquarters for the famed event aboard his $200 million megayacht Seven Seas. The 282-ft. vessel has accommodations and luxe amenities for 12 guests along with a crew of 26, including a private owner's deck with a large master stateroom, a study and private terrace with a Jacuzzi. ... (Read More)

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New World Records Set for Patek Philippe and Rolex in Geneva

05/14/2013 by Jared Paul Stern

Luxury watch collectors took note this week as new world records were set for ultra-rare Rolex and Patek Philippe models over the magical million-dollar mark. Christie's Important Watches sale in Geneva racked up the most impressive results, with $22.6 million gained in total with buyers from 40 different countries across five continents. ... (Read More)

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10 Reasons Why David Beckham Will Be Just Fine After Retirement

05/16/2013 by Nicolle Keogh

Football star and worldwide icon David Beckham announced his retirement this morning, and as sad at it is that the athlete is bowing out after more than a decade on the professional field, we have a feeling this isn't the last we'll be seeing of old Becks. Thanks to his athletic skill, dashing good looks and business savvy, Beckham has become one of the most recognizable athletes in the world, and nearly every brand wants a piece of that (who doesn't?). We're hopeful that we'll be seeing more of ... (Read More)

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Sommeliers: They're Not Just for Wine Anymore

04/29/2013 by Mila Pantovich

Typically when you think of a sommelier, you think of wine — even Wikipedia defines a sommelier as someone trained and specializing in the wine profession. After all, wine is a complex drink of sophistication, usually used for celebratory occasions (and often accompanying a nice meal). To be a wine sommelier you have to spend years studying every nuance of the field, including the history of different varietals and the merits of specific glasses. You can ask a wine sommelier anything you want ab ... (Read More)

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Claydon Reeves Debuts Rolls Royce-Powered Aeroboat Inspired by the Spitfire

05/10/2013 by Jared Paul Stern

UK designer Claydon Reeves has unveiled a new limited edition motor launch design dubbed the Aeroboat that pays homage to the Spitfire, the most famous fighter plane of World War II. It’s powered with a supercharged version of the Rolls-Royce Merlin V12 engine, a power plant first produced in 1933 which was used in many of the original Spitfires as well as other British military aircraft. ... (Read More)

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Tesla Model S Earns Top Overall Test Score from Consumer Reports

05/10/2013 by James Rothaar

The Tesla Model S has earned the highest score in Consumer Reports' ratings: a 99 out of 100. The consumer digest reported that the all-electric, $89,650 luxury sports car performed as well, overall, as any other vehicle ever tested by CR. However, the car cannot be recommended by the publication, because it lacks sufficient reliability data. ... (Read More)

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Don't Miss These 10 Standouts From Cannes Film Festival

05/15/2013 by Mila Pantovich

The Cannes Film Festival is the biggest film event you could ever hope to attend, from the lineup to the parties, and is now officially underway. Year after year Cannes brings us some of the most exciting films being made by unique and interesting filmmakers. If you're lucky enough to be attending this year — or waiting at home for distribution — you're probably so wrapped up in the hype of each film that it may be hard to figure out what you really shouldn't miss. To help with the confusion, he ... (Read More)

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Where the Stars Stay For The Cannes Film Festival

05/14/2013 by Tara Imperatore

Whether in town for business or pleasure, celebs are more than happy to take time out of their busy schedules to jet off to the South of France for the Cannes Film Festival; and could we really blame them? It is one of the most celebrated and publicized film festivals in the world, which means they’ll be flocking toward the flashbulbs like a moth to a flame any second now. ... (Read More)

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Naked Portrait of Bea Arthur May Collect Millions at Auction

05/15/2013 by Mila Pantovich

If you grew up on The Golden Girls and worshipped Bea Arthur as Dorothy Zbornak, this auction item may be for you — or it may horrify you. Christie's will be auctioning off John Currin's 1991 painting, Bea Arthur Naked, in their Post-War & Contemporary Evening Sale tonight in New York. In case the title isn't obvious enough for you, yes, she's naked. We cropped the main image for sensitive eyes but if you want to see the full picture, scroll down. ... (Read More)