Category Archives: Far away up close

You could happily eat the flowers at Monaco’s Louis XV

Posted on June 2, 2026 by andrew

If you are attending the Monaco Grand Prix this week (June 5 – 7, 2026), you may wish to make a reservation at the Louis XV in the Hotel de Paris. It’s not just about the fabulous food, says Andrew … Continue reading →

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My nights in the Tower  between days at the movies

Posted on May 8, 2026 by andrew

A short drive by car but centuries by history, the Chateau de La Napoule near Cannes is a little known castle and art foundation with magical gardens and sculptures, right on the Mediterranean shore up the sand from the Cannes … Continue reading →

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Broken relationships on display

Posted on March 26, 2026 by andrew

Uniquely recalling the endings of relationships, the award winning Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb is really a compelling collection of melancholy, intimate snapshots from the lives of former lovers. Andrew L. Urban found the cathartic vibe of the Museum … Continue reading →

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Far from the madding crowd – New York’s better side

Posted on March 16, 2026 by andrew

Two teenagers, who were allegedly inspired by the Islamic State (IS) extremist group, have been charged with terrorism offences following an incident at an anti-Muslim protest in New York mid-March 2026. But at the other end of the A Train … Continue reading →

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