What are the Best Books of the Year for 2019?
What are the best new books of the year for 2019? In fiction, poetry, essays, memoirs and other non-fiction, here are our top picks for Book of the Year for 2019.
Month: December 2019
The Best Christmas Decorations in Paris This Year
If you’re dreaming of Paris during the holiday season, but can’t make it there in person, why not take a virtual vacation? Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has rounded up photos of the best Christmas decorations, displays and lights in Paris this year, from the chic 2019 holiday store windows to luxury hotels to Christmas trees. Here’s a glimpse of a sparkling city decorated beautifully for the holiday season.
The most beautiful Christmas desserts in New York City
Now that Christmas is getting even closer, another one of the marvelous elements of New York City at the holiday season is the arrival of the most beautiful Christmas desserts. Every year, the best bakers dazzle us anew with their holiday creations: show-stopping gingerbread houses, Christmas cakes, bûches de nöel and more appear across New York City. Whether you’re presenting one as a host or hostess gift or making it the centerpiece of your holiday party, here’s where to go for world-class Christmas desserts. Order off the menu or work with the bakers on a bespoke creation. Either way, it’s guaranteed to be a sweet holiday.
The Best Wellness and Meditation Retreats in the World
Sometimes life gets to be just a bit too much, and it’s time to pause the hustle, get off the grid and regroup with some expert assistance. When that time comes, what’s the best wellness getaway at a luxury mindfulness spa with meditation that money can buy? Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has a curated list of the best luxury wellness and meditation retreats in the world.
What Are the Best New Year’s Eve Movies of All Time?
Love it or dread it, New Year’s Eve (NYE) is fast approaching. If you decide to stay in and make it a New Year’s Eve movie marathon, what should you watch? What are the best films to watch on New Year’s Eve? Which movies actually help make some sense of this momentous time of year? What are the best New Year’s Eve movies and films of all time? Our resident cineaste and film expert Abbie Martin Greenbaum has curated a list of exemplary movies with scenes set on New Year’s Eve. Grab some popcorn and read on.