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Explore the Pope’s Exclusive Summer Retreat at Castel Gandolfo

Jessica Proctor03 mins
The Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo, a scenic lakeside retreat situated 15 miles outside of Rome, has served as the private escape of the papacy for centuries. This elaborate villa, continuously restored and updated since the time of Pope Urban VII in the 17th century, features an organic farm and stunning gardens that have recently opened to the public. However, the interior of the papal apartment has remained off-limits to visitors—until now.
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Top 13 Must-See ‘La La Land’ Filming Locations in Los Angeles

Jeffrey Johnson08 mins
At this point, it’s become cliché to say that a city plays a character in certain films. However, not every film spends as much time running around a city as “La La Land.” The hit movie, which has already beennominated for over 140 awards—including seven Golden Globes—dedicates significant time showing off the city of Los Angeles as it does to the love story between its two main characters, Mia and Sebastian. “The way the film mixes two people leading very hip, modern lives with all these iconic Hollywood locales is unique,” Marc Platt, producer for the film, said in a statement. “You get a feeling both of the romantic fantasy of the city and its grounding in real lives.” The film was a whirlwind around the city of angels; it was shot at48 locations in just 42 days. Here are 11 of the locations featured in the film that should be on any “La La Land”-inspired itinerary.
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Exploring David Bowie’s Iconic Locations in NYC and London

Vodka Man09 mins
During his lifetime, Bowie was a songwriter, rock star, actor, music producer, and celebrity—all while remaining a perpetual outsider. Just as it is impossible to pin Bowie down as one type of person, he cannot be tied down to just one city. In honor of what would have been his 70th birthday, we’re looking at two of the great cities Bowie called home. For all those who want to pay homage to the legend, these are the spots in New York and London where Bowie would shed his iconic persona and just blend into the city.
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Explore 9 Secluded Gems in U.S. National Parks to Escape the Crowds

Martin Ruiz015 mins
Enjoying the splendor of some of America’s most breathtaking national parks can be tough when you’re dealing with crowds of tourists. Thanks to their massive size, these national parks are home to mesmerizing corners and corridors that most travelers never get the chance to explore. We spoke to former National Geographic travel photographer Jonathan Irish, whovisited every national parkin the U.S. last year with his partner, Stephanie Payne, to find the top hidden gems in popular spots around the states. “Our goal was to celebrate what these parks mean for us, so it was important for us to dig into every park and not just hit the main points, but to get to the heart of the park and find the places that most people don’t get to,” Irish stated of their trip. From hikes that lead into craters to campsites in the Everglades that sit right in the water, here are some of their top finds.
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Explore 10 Iconic Frank Lloyd Wright Homes You Can’t Miss

Debbie Kelly09 mins
Architecture enthusiasts are making pilgrimages to homes designed by legendary craftsmanFrank Lloyd Wrightthis year to celebrate the 150th anniversary of his birth, which falls on June 8. To mark the occasion, the Museum of Modern Art has planned the exhibition “Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: Unpacking the Archive,” which runs from June 12 to October 1, 2017. Considered one of the most radical architects in history, Wright used revolutionary building technologies and materials and experimented with using the natural landscape as part of his designs. Over his lifetime, he designed more than 1,000 projects in the U.S., many of which were residences that are still privately owned. Many operate as museums, such as Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona, theRobie Housein Chicago, or the iconicFalling Waterin Mill Run, Pennsylvania. Here are 10 Wright-designed buildings that you can visit, including six that offer overnight stays.
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Celebrity Hotel Secrets: The Pseudonyms Stars Use

Jeffrey Johnson017 mins
Famous entertainers often stay at hotels while traveling, but that can put them at increased risk for attracting unwanted attention from paparazzi or even repeated unwanted encounters with fans. Therefore, when checking in, many celebrities have developed alter egos that allow them to stay at hotels while remaining under the radar. However, the funny thing about these aliases is that while they may conceal the celebrity’s identity, they can be very revealing.
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