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Get lost in a meditative oasis at New York Botanical Garden’s Orchid Show

Magenta orchids cascade from tall rocks, water gently glides along a waterfall, a fresh botanical aroma wafts in and gravel paths beckon visitors to explore. That's the scene at this year's highly anticipated Orchid Show at New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx. 

The annual orchid show opens on Saturday, February 18 and runs through Sunday, April 23, offering a lush tropical escape without leaving the five boroughs. 

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Sorolla Madrid 2023 Exhibition: news, schedule and tickets

The new exhibition Sorolla through light will take place from February 17 to June 30, 2023 in the Genoa halls of the Royal Palace of Madrid .

Sorolla exhibition through light

It is an immersive exhibition where unpublished works by the Valencian paint...

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Carnival Madrid 2023: parade, dance, gourmet route and programming

Do not miss the Carnival of Madrid that will take place  from February 17 to 22, 2023.

The illustrator and caricaturist Maria Picassó i Piquer is in charge of the Carnival poster where the majestic Neptune appears and becomes the god of Carnival with his float led by two funny sea horses, accompanied by a family of purebred fish.

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Here’s what experts say 2023 holds for Miami real estate

Miami shows no signs of a market crash. Here's what experts say to expect instead.

1. The market will hold strong.

Home sales prices could take a hit if mortgage rates were to continue surging, but that doesn't seem to be the case.

2. Demand won't go anywhere.

Fernando Arencibia Jr., CEO of Arenci Properties Realty, says demand should stay strong in 2023. "South Florida real estate is unique from other U.S. markets in that...

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Valentine’s Day in Miami: your guide to the best events and things to do

Valentine’s Day packs on the pressure whether you’re single, dating, married or in a complicated relationship. You’ll want to explore some of the most romantic things to do in Miami, or plan an extra-special meal at one of Miami’s most romantic restaurants. If you and your significant other are stumped for ways to make this February 14 better than all the others, we have a handful of lists to help you plan your perfect night in Miami—from cheap to over-the-top. Don’t stress ...

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The new LIRR stop at Grand Central Madison is officially open

The first train bound for Grand Central Madison left Jamaica at 10:45am on Wednesday, January 25, and arrived in Manhattan at 11:07am.

Dubbed the Grand Central Direct, the shuttle will run directly from Grand Central Madison to Jamaica, with peak hour trains stopping at Woodside so that folks looking to ride on the popular Port Washington branch can transfer and actually visit the new east side station.

This shuttle launch is happening now while the MTA prepares for full-sche...

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Santo Mauro, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Madrid

Why book?    
The Santo Mauro is that precious thing—a hotel whose classic status lies beyond the tawdry grasp of modern life.  A recent refurb has only enhanced its perennial charm. Palatially posh it may be—but as in all the best such places, the sumptuousness is nicely leavened with discretion and friendliness. 

Set the scene
The palacio was designed by architect Juan Bautista Lázaro in the French style fashionab...

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The Official New York Fashion Week February 2023 Schedule Is Here

Start planning your outfits now, because New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is only weeks away. With designers finally returning to their seasonal presentations after years of limitations, the 2023 Fall/Winter shows are sure to bring some juicy sartorial moments.

The 2023 season kicks off in New York City on Thursday, February 9, to be followed by London, Milan, and Paris. The annual Fall/Winter shows will hop from country to country, all the way through the first week of March.

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Museo del Prado 2023: Exhibitions and News

The Prado Museum is one of the most important museums in the world and in the city of Madrid .

It was created by the Spanish monarchs who reigned between the 16th and 17th centuries. All of them were great art collectors.

Together with the Thyssen Museum and the <...

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Underdeck Miami: An Upcoming 33-acre public park

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