Ann Brown

Works & Process Announces Fall 2026 Season at Guggenheim and Beyond

By Ann Brown / August 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Works & Process Announces Fall 2026 Season at Guggenheim and Beyond

Works & Process is bringing a wide-ranging lineup of dance, theater, opera and creative programming to New York and beyond this fall, with a 2026 season focused on giving audiences a closer look at how performing artists develop their work. The fall season, announced August 4, will take place at Guggenheim New York, Manhattan West…

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Hotel Matilda Embraces the Rise of Slow, Wellness-Focused Luxury Travel

By Ann Brown / August 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Hotel Matilda Embraces the Rise of Slow, Wellness-Focused Luxury Travel

Luxury travel is taking on a more mindful meaning as travelers increasingly look for vacations that offer more than beautiful surroundings and upscale accommodations. In San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, Hotel Matilda is responding with a wellness experience designed to help guests slow down, disconnect and reconnect with themselves. Located in the historic center of…

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At Baros Maldives, Guests Get to Know the Reef’s Regulars

By Ann Brown / August 26, 2026 / Comments Off on At Baros Maldives, Guests Get to Know the Reef’s Regulars

At Baros Maldives, becoming familiar with the local wildlife can take just an afternoon. The private island resort’s house reef sits only steps from its villas, giving guests the chance to encounter the same marine animals repeatedly during their stay. Rather than treating snorkeling as a one-time excursion, Baros builds its experience around the reef…

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Boston Couple Turns $1.32 Million Home Purchase Into Luxury Seychelles, Africa, Vacation

By Ann Brown / August 25, 2026 / Comments Off on Boston Couple Turns $1.32 Million Home Purchase Into Luxury Seychelles, Africa, Vacation

For most homebuyers, purchasing a house means taking on a mortgage that can last decades. For one Boston couple, their $1.32 million home purchase came with an unexpected perk: enough rewards points to help fund a luxury family vacation across the Seychelles, Kenya, and France. Ngan, a registered nurse, and her husband Connor, a physician,…

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Tsowa Safari Island Offers a Remote Base for a Three-Country African Adventure

By Ann Brown / August 25, 2026 / Comments Off on Tsowa Safari Island Offers a Remote Base for a Three-Country African Adventure

For travelers seeking an African safari that goes beyond the traditional lodge experience, Tsowa Safari Island offers a remote starting point in the middle of the Zambezi River. Located within Zimbabwe’s Zambezi National Park, the private island provides access to a wider Southern African adventure spanning Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. The property features eight secluded…

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Babe Original Launches Prostaglandin-Free Lash Serum for Fuller-Looking Lashes

By Ann Brown / August 24, 2026 / Comments Off on Babe Original Launches Prostaglandin-Free Lash Serum for Fuller-Looking Lashes

Babe Original is expanding its lash-care lineup with a new serum designed for consumers looking for a prostaglandin-free option for enhancing the appearance of their lashes. The beauty brand’s Renewing Serum, priced at $23, marks a new direction for a company that has spent more than a decade developing and marketing lash serums. The formula…

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Nevis Mango Festival Draws Record Crowds as Culinary Tourism Takes Center Stage

By Ann Brown / August 24, 2026 / Comments Off on Nevis Mango Festival Draws Record Crowds as Culinary Tourism Takes Center Stage

Nevis is turning one of its most beloved fruits into a major tourism attraction, with the 2026 Nevis Mango Festival drawing approximately 5,200 visitors during its four-day celebration of food, music and island culture. The annual festival, held July 2-5, saw attendance increase from 4,100 visitors the previous year, representing nearly 27% growth and the…

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Angelo Badalamenti’s ‘Blue Velvet’ Score Returns to Vinyl for 40th Anniversary

By Ann Brown / August 24, 2026 / Comments Off on Angelo Badalamenti’s ‘Blue Velvet’ Score Returns to Vinyl for 40th Anniversary

Angelo Badalamenti’s iconic score for David Lynch’s “Blue Velvet” is returning to vinyl as the film celebrates its 40th anniversary. Varèse Sarabande will release a special 40th anniversary edition of the soundtrack on September 4, with pre-orders now available. The reissue features the original 14-track album in a rainbow foil jacket, along with several limited-edition…

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CHIEF 2026 to Prepare Caribbean Tourism Leaders for the Industry’s Next Decade

By Ann Brown / August 24, 2026 / Comments Off on CHIEF 2026 to Prepare Caribbean Tourism Leaders for the Industry’s Next Decade

Caribbean hospitality and tourism leaders will gather in Barbados this November for the 2026 Caribbean Hospitality Industry and Exchange Forum, as the industry looks toward the challenges and opportunities expected to shape tourism through 2030. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association has unveiled the program for CHIEF 2026, scheduled for November 16-18 at the Wyndham…

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H&M and Livia Nunes Marques Bring Bold Contrasts to New Summer Collection

By Ann Brown / August 24, 2026 / Comments Off on H&M and Livia Nunes Marques Bring Bold Contrasts to New Summer Collection

H&M is teaming up with Brazilian content creator and style visionary Livia Nunes Marques for a new 20-piece collection that blends playful luxury, bold contrasts and modern femininity. The Livia Nunes H&M collection includes ready-to-wear pieces and accessories designed around the influencer’s distinctive approach to fashion. The collection will be available on H&M’s website beginning…

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