Mike Tommasiello

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    From Athens to Crete With The Autograph Collection

    In Greece, the Academia of Athens boutique and Domes of Elounda resort embrace the culture

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    From its significant history to breathtaking beaches and architecture, Greece has long been one of the world’s most adored destinations. Whether travelers are looking to explore sandy strips along the Aegean or the historic architecture and culture of Athens, Marriott’s Autograph Collection portfolio dots important destinations along the Mediterranean. This collection of hotels center heartfelt design, craft, honoring a sense of place and many other …

    Artist + Designer Valentino Vettori’s “Arcadia” Exhibit Aims to Save the Earth

    Immersive installations and augmented reality experiences inspire and offer simple solutions

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    It’s no secret that we’re living through tumultuous times. Every day a new environmental problem appears in the news. A lot of time is spent discussing problems the earth faces but little progress has been made in finding a solution that is broadly enactable. Valentino Vettori wants to change that. Inspired by a recent trip to Summit in Los Angeles, the storied artist and designer …

    Interview: Honoring TAG Heuer’s Monaco with Heritage Director Catherine Eberle-Devaux

    Five limited edition commemorative versions are debuting around the world

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    Few wristwatches come close to the global recognition of the Monaco, which was created by TAG Heuer in 1969 to commemorate one of history’s quintessential Grand Prix races—held in its namesake location. Some 50 years later, the famed watch still makes a splash, not just in the world of horology, but also in the racing world that inspired it. With a distinct blue face, square …