Traveler and Tourist - The Spring Issue (Feb/Mar 2021)

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editor’s note Welcome to the February-March edition of Traveler and Tourist magazine! How is the change in seasons treating your part of the world?

Our spring issue this month is one we’ve enjoyed working on for you – from covering a few world firsts to ways to go green and stay healthy. From sustainable travel to a few fun travel destinations to consider in the future, we’ve covered a wide range of topics for your reading and traveling pleasure.

From art to style, to gifts and culinary delights, we hope you learn of new products and services and enjoy every article in this edition. It is always our intent to share some informational content along with a few leisurely articles to pique your interest and the next few pages will hopefully accomplish just that.

As always, the monthly giveaway of a bag full of travel related goodies is up for grabs. To enter, simply sign up to receive the magazine alert directly to your email inbox. If you’ve already subscribed, then you are already entered to win the monthly goody bag…that simple!

Additional giveaways are hosted online so follow all the social media channels linked alongside here to stay abreast of our adventures and other alerts.

New to this edition is a link to out playlist with global beats and hits we listened to while getting this issue readied for your eyes. Hope you will listen in as you grab your fave beverage and get down to reading this exciting edition.

Here’s wishing you and yours a happy and healthy spring season wherever you are, and wherever you plan to be over the next few months and weeks.

From us at Traveler and Tourist, stay well and be safe.

editor’s pick

Editor and Publisher: Ruksana Hussain Creative Director: Parker Shatkin Editorial Assistant: Ruqaiyah Hussain Cover photo: Architecture in Southern Italy Photo by Ruksana Hussain

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IN THIS ISSUE on our radar RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL midwest destination design district

Carson Valley, NV, pg 20

special focus west coast destination WELLNESS sustainable travel international destination HEALTH ON THE GO roadtrippers visual appeal STYLE FILE at your service gift guide CULINARY DELIGHTS

Pompeii, Italy, pg 30

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Traveler and Tourist magazine is published online in California, USA and distributed digitally to subscribers worldwide. No portion of this magazine can be reproduced in any form without prior written consent from publisher. All information gathered within is considered to be reliable,but accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed. ISSN 2576-5175.

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Going Green

Bring the Outdoors into Your Home and Workspace Let’s face it, we could all use a little luck and lots of the outdoors this new year. Since 2021 is the Year of the Ox, it represents strong, reliable, fair and conscientious action, and it inspires confidence in others, just like our little green loves...plants!

Here are some plant recommendations from Lively Root that won’t exactly grow money on your trees but will hopefully give you the confidence and reliability you can count on in your space this spring.

Chinese Money Plant

We can’t promise that the Chinese money plant (pilea peperomioides pictured on this page) will bring you good fortune, but we can say it’ll add instant style to any room. As well as being one of the most popular plant choices for Feng Shui, it’s also famous with fans of Scandi design — It’s Norway’s favorite sill plant. It’s also easy to care for and fun to grow.

Flamingo Flower

Get your color fix with flamingo flowers (pictured top right). The pop of red will bring any room alive! This year-round bloomer is a tropical treasure, instantly bringing vacation vibes to your home with its bold blooms. They change color through the year, ranging from vivid scarlet to pretty pink and rich purple. It can survive in low light, but medium to bright indirect sunlight will keep it happiest.

Dracaena Collection Red Leaf

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The name Dracaena means female dragon, it’s derived from the Greek ‘drákaina’. This refers to the resin of the draco variety (pictured second from top), which is bright red and from the names such as dragon tree and dragon’s blood plant come. The collection features four types of bright and bold dragon plants all in one pot. It certainly makes a statement. Best of all, it’s easy to care for and purifies the air.

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Peacock Plant

Watermelon colors of dark red on the bottom and variegated green and yellow on the top make their foliage stand out (pictured alongside). Officially called calathea roseopicta, these Brazilian beauties have earned the nickname… prayer plants. This is because they raise and lower their leaves throughout the day, as if they’re worshipping. A medium-care plant, it thrives in humid environments.

Money Tree

Probably the most popular Feng Shui plant, the money tree (pictured alongside) is said to bring good luck and fortune wherever it goes. It’s also super easy to care for and can bounce back if you neglect it a little. This tropical indoor plant helps to purify the air and will thrive best in sunny spaces. The bonsai version here makes a great starter plant and fantastic housewarming gift.

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And here are some bonus suggestions along those green lines!

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MadeTerra Plant Hanger Shelf

Give your virtual meeting background an updated, natural feel in your home office by bringing nature indoors with MadeTerra’s Macrame Plant Hanger Shelf. Add a touch of elegance and beauty to any home or office space and fits several pot shapes. Hang it on a hook or an L-bracket and place a flowerpot into the middle of the macrame plant hanger.

Organic Baby Succulents Subscription Go green with a succulent subscription from Succulent Studios. Inside each subscription box you will find two baby succulent plants in biodegradable pots from an organic farm in sunny California - happy and ready to grow. Choose from 3-, 6-, or 12-month plans for one low cost plus shipping. But the joy it will bring? Priceless!

The Personal Rise Garden

A new indoor smart hydroponic garden that fits right on your countertop for growing your own food year-round. Perfect for small spaces. It connects to Wi-Fi and is controlled by an app foolproof even for those with a black thumb. Just drop in your pods, add water and nutrients, and the automated watering and light system gives hassle-free low maintenance gardening. m (Images: respective brands)

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World’s First Urban Sun Cleans Public Spaces for Safe Gatherings

Inspired by the light of the sun, and scientific research which proves that a new specific light can safely clean up to 99.9% of the coronavirus, Studio Roosegaarde has launched the world’s first Urban Sun in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Daan Roosegaarde and his team of designers, external experts, and scientists challenged themselves to discover how the power of light can be used to combat viruses and therefore enhance our well-being.

Research shows that though traditional 254nm UV light is harmful, the new far-UVC light with a wavelength of 222 nanometers can actually sanitize viruses safely. Urban Sun, a project in development by Studio Roosegaarde, shines a large circle of this far-UVC light into public spaces, cleaning those spaces of the 8 www.travelerandtourist.com

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coronavirus. It acts as an additional layer of protection to current government rules.

Urban Sun aims to inspire hope. It combats the negative impact of social isolation by aiming to improve cultural gatherings, sporting events, public squares, and schoolyards. Urban Sun debuts at StudioRoosegaarde.net with the potential for future exhibits.

The project is supported by the Dutch Council of the Public Health & Society Board.

Urban Sun is created by Roosegaarde’s team, together with external experts and scientists from the Netherlands, United States, Japan and Italy. The Urban Sun’s far-UVC light source is measured and calibrated by the Dutch National Metrology Institute VSL. Urban Sun meets the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) safety standards.

The science behind Urban Sun is based on multiple peer-reviewed articles authored by scientists from Columbia University and Hiroshima University.

Research shows that 222nm far-UVC light can reduce the presence of viruses, including various strains of coronavirus and influenza, up to 99.9%. m (Image:Dan Roosegaarde)

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Flight of the Sandhill Cranes:

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midwest destination It is truly one of the greatest natural wonders of America. Jane Goodall comes every year to the Platte River Valley of Central Nebraska to witness what she calls one of the ten great migrations in the world—the annual spring migration of sandhill cranes from Mexico, Texas, New Mexico and California to breeding grounds in Canada. From late February to mid-April, 80% of the world’s half-million sandhill cranes rest on the Platte River, spending nights on islands in the river’s braided channel and days in adjacent wetlands and fields, feeding and gaining strength for the rest of their trip. Your first stop must be the Crane Trust Nature and Visitor Center near Grand Island for a welcome to Nebraska and an orientation to the Crane Trust and the etiquette of crane viewing. This venue sees thousands of visitors enter its doors every spring to view this phenomenon.

Birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts aside, anyone will be in awe watching the migration take place. Head to the blinds to watch the cranes returning to the river for the night.

The viewing blinds are heated and carpeted so you can have beverages while you view and/ or sit on the benches for a break and ensure everyone in your party gets some time to view.

Even better, you can do a 3-day/2-night safari experience which is a fixed price per person but all-inclusive with guided experiences such as kayaking, or biking included. The Crane Trust protects and maintains the habitat for whooping cranes, sandhill cranes, and other migratory birds along the Big Bend region of Platte River Valley. National Geographic calls the annual migration of sandhill cranes one of north Americas greatest wildlife phenomena.

Top: Stop by the Crane Trust for a primer on the etiquette of crane viewing. Bottom: Enjoy nature via outdoor activities such as kayaking and fat tire biking.

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feb/mar 2021 Hundreds of thousands of sandhill cranes migrate each spring. The youngsters are called colts, adult females are mares and adult males are roans. They are 3-4 feet in height and pairs mate for life. For more crane migration viewing, head to Rowe Sanctuary near Kearney, which has bigger blinds than the Crane Trust, but it is not heated so you may want to use handwarmers and such to keep cozy. Photographers of all pedigree head here with their professional camera and miscellaneous contraptions for award-winning shots of the birds at their most natural. The cranes come from the south, stop here at the central flyway for staging when they are eating as much as they can possibly, which is a lot of

corn. They are building fat for body weight as they go toward the snow in Siberia, Yukon, Alaska, and the Arctic circle.

In McCook, about a few hours’ drive away, awaits the prairie chicken viewing. Males in the species have big yellow cheek muscles and are more colorful, while females look quite plain. Nebraska being an agro-centric state makes it a prairie bird stronghold. Crickets and grasshoppers make up the bulk of diet for the birds, which only live 2-3 years, and are preyed upon by hawks. Courting season is early March to mid-May but only 8-10 viewing tours are available so remember to reserve your spot early on. Be warned that your viewing experience will require an

The Archway in Kearney is a great historial exhibit sharing stories of the adventurers of the area.

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The Classic Car Collection in Kearney exhibits outstanding examples of early American Cars. (Images: Ruksana Hussain)

early morning start in fairly chilly weather, much of which will be spent sitting in an unheated space waiting for the birds to show up for their mating bouts. And there could be days where a viewing may not be possible at all. Check with your tour guide for more information at Prairie Chicken Dance Tours.

Thousands of trumpeter swans, tundra swans, Canadian geese, canvasback and other ducks, along with bald eagles, white pelicans, herons, whooping cranes and other species also migrate through the Platte River area, many at the same time as the sandhill cranes.

The spring migration is the most impressive.

The birds come back in the fall, heading to their wintering grounds, but generally

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stay only a night or two. Adventurous photographers can spend the night in special photographic blinds right on the river’s edge at crane-eye level. The best time to see the cranes on the river is early morning, just after daybreak, and late afternoon as the sun goes down. During the day, the birds leave the river and settle in surrounding fields to feed on remains of harvested corn. You can see them everywhere along the road.

Nebraska’s spring birding trifecta comprises the sandhill cranes in Kearney, the greater prairie chickens in McCook, and the American white pelicans at Harlan Reservoir.

Consider yourself accomplished if you’ve managed all three. It is quite the sight to view

feb/mar 2021 all the birds coming in to rest or taking off together at the crane migration, a blanket of feathers rushing through the air and a mesmerizing soundtrack to accompany the beauty of these birds.

While these experiences are all a favorite for bird watchers who come nearly every year for this unique opportunity, you can also visit historical sites relating to Nebraska’s pioneer and railroad heritage. Central Nebraska is farm country with small communities, many of which are along the original route of the Lincoln Highway, the first automobile road across the United States, conceived in 1912 and dedicated in 1913.

For those interested in art, the Museum of Nebraska Art in Kearney has a wonderful collection of historical and contemporary art. Many facilities associated with the crane migration like the Crane Trust Nature and Visitor Center near Grand Island and the Rowe Sanctuary near Kearney have exhibits of work by some of Nebraska’s best wildlife artists and photographers. Further south, in the small community of Red Cloud, is the Willa Cather Pioneer Memorial and Educational Foundation. Cather, who is best known for her novels of American frontier life on the Great Plains, grew up here. The time she spent in Nebraska was critical to her literary interests, and even after she moved to New York she continued to visit her family regularly. The Foundation has tours of her childhood home and other community buildings related to her life and writing.

The Classic Car Collection in Kearney exhibits outstanding examples of early American cars. There are more than 150 examples of cars, all in mint condition, representing five decades of American automotive history. This is a must see for any car enthusiast—or anyone who had a favorite car or drive-in or road trip memory.

The Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer in Grand Island and Pioneer Village in Marshall document the settlement of the great American prairie. Heritage Park in Henderson tells the story of Mennonite settlements.

The sandhill cranes, white pelicans, and prairie chickens are the highlight, but you will find many other attractions in the area. All you need now is to find the right time to visit Central Nebraska and enjoy these experiences for yourself! m

At The Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer in Grand Island.

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design district

Urban Adaptation Competition Introduces Ideas for Flexible and Sustainable Construction

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feb/mar 2021 The Urban Adaptation competition challenged architects and students from around the world to design an innovative modular wood design for a public building or a building system that easily adapts to the changing needs of the community.

The competition, organized by Metsä Group, Aalto University and the Finnish Ministry of the Environment, proved a success – it received a total of 154 entries from 48 countries. One of the leading European producers of engineered wood products, Metsä Wood is committed to serving construction, industrial and distribution customer with competitive and environmentally friendly wood products. The results of the Urban Adaptation competition show how modular construction using engineered wood products like Kerto LVL (laminated veneer lumber) enables adaptable,

Left: Urban Adaptation 2nd prize Zerno by Alexandra Chislavleva, Sergey Ogorodnikov and Xenia Yakimenko

sustainable and cost-competitive construction. “We’ve seen many interesting entries, with sites located across the world, showing how universally applicable a modular wooden system can be,” says Rahel Belatchew, Chief Architect and founder of Belatchew Arkitekter, Sweden. The other member of the jury was Minna Riska, Architect and partner at MDH Arkitekter, Norway. The entries were evaluated anonymously. In addition to visual and functional criteria, the designs needed to show (1.) adaptability, (2.) modularity and (3.) sustainability. First place winners were S M L XL by Francesco Allaix and Julio Orduña from Finland, second place won

by Zerno by Alexandra Chislavleva, Sergey Ogorodnikov and Xenia Yakimenko from Russia and honorable mention to ModuRot by Onur Karataş, Alp Fahri Ardıç and Muhammed Yasin Gülmez from Turkey. The winning design, S M L XL, introduces a multipurpose building that incorporates four different floor heights, allowing different spaces that are optimized for hosting various functions. “We are delighted to see how much interest the competition received. This is a good way to spread the understanding of the possibilities of efficient and environmentally-friendly construction using engineered wood products,” says Jussi Björman, Director, Business Development, Construction at Metsä Wood. (All images provided) m

Above: The Urban Adaptation competition winner: S M L XL by Francesco Allaix and Julio Orduña, Finland

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Academy Museum Grand Opening in September, Virtual Programming Commences April The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles has announced a slate of programs it will offer to the public beginning September 30, 2021 when it will celebrate its grand opening. Leading up to the opening, the museum has planned a series of virtual programs kicking off in April 2021 around the Oscars. Panel discussions with film industry leaders, gallery tours, screenings, workshops and educational offerings for families and students will illuminate the world of movies to people of all ages, backgrounds and interests. The reach of the programs will be extended Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Exterior. Photo by Josh White,JWPictures/©Academy worldwide through the Museum Foundation museum’s website and social media channels.

In terms of pre-opening programs, around website. Conceived as a digital prologue the time of the 93rd Academy Awards to be to the museum’s core exhibition, Stories presented April 25, the Academy Museum of Cinema, these programs will share will launch a series of virtual conversations, the varied voices of extraordinary film screenings and education programs on the artists, tell the stories of their inspirations

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feb/mar 2021 and collaborations, and explore the art, technology, history and social impact of the movies. When the Academy Museum opens in September, it will begin presenting a robust range of screenings, in-depth conversations, and programs for youth and families. Film screenings will celebrate cinema’s rich past, present and future,

presented in the museum’s two theaters – the 1,000-seat David Geffen Theater and the 288-seat Ted Mann Theater – with stateof-the-art sound and projection in multiple film and digital formats. The theaters will be spaces to explore and experience the arts of cinema as well as inspire conversation and

action long after the credits roll.

The Academy Museum is the largest institution in the United States devoted to the arts, sciences and artists of moviemaking.

The museum advances the understanding, celebration and preservation of cinema through inclusive and accessible exhibitions, screenings, programs, initiatives and collections. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, the museum’s campus contains the restored and revitalized historic Saban Building – formerly known as the May Company building (1939) – and a soaring spherical addition. Together, these buildings contain 50,000 sq. ft. of exhibition spaces, two state-of-the-art theaters, an education studio, restaurant, retail store and beautiful public spaces.

The Academy Museum has actively been acquiring three-dimensional motionpicture objects since 2008.

Its holdings now number approximately 5,000 items representing motion picture technology, costume design, production design, makeup and hairstyling, and promotional materials. The collections include more than 12.5 million photographs; 237,000 film and video assets; 85,000 screenplays; 65,000 posters; and 133,000 pieces of production art. Add this amazing venue to your list of must-see attractions to visit when you next head to Los Angeles! m

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Carson Valley Views and Hues: A Nevada Gem

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Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada, Carson Valley is one of those spots you might dismiss and simply drive through but stop by for a minute and you will be glad you didn’t miss it. Comprising the communities of Minden, Gardnerville, Topaz Lake and Genoa, it’s a window to the authentic American West showcasing natural beauty, wide-open farms, ranches, bands of wild horses and birds of prey. The valley’s museums, arts, antiquing, Basque dining, a myriad of outdoor recreation, and 50+ miles of trails add to what sets this destination apart.

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Play and Stay To dig deep into the history of the area, head to Dangberg Home Ranch, once the center of a 48,000-acre ranch and the home of Carson Valley’s most prominent family. Take in the history of the valley and the family as told in a guided tour through their historic ranch house full of artifacts from Nevada’s past. The ranch house was built between 1857 and 1917.

Stop at Jacobs Family Berry Farm which is located on the historic Lampe Homestead as well and get a tour of their barn for another piece of local history.

Within the main town square of Genoa, you’ll find Mormon Station State Historic Park, the Courthouse Museum of Genoa, and the Oldest Bar in Nevada . . . still a popular watering hole to this day. Genoa Bar & Saloon was built in 1853. One step into the bar and it’s evident that you’ve stepped back in time.

Many famous people have visited over the years including Mark Twain, Clark Gable, Lauren Bacall and Raquel Welch. A number of movies have been filmed here including “Honky Tonk Man” with Clint Eastwood and “Misery” with Kathy Bates.

Within easy walking distance of any of the lodging establishments are boutique stores and shops, a general store and restaurants, as well as an art gallery – all within the quiet, peaceful small town that is Genoa.

Left: The natural beauty inspires hikes and other outdoor adventures. Top: The Pink House. Bottom: Genoa Bar & Salon. (Images:Ruksana Hussain)

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Bently Heritage (above) is a must if you are in the area. Like the original distilleries of the old world, Bently uses only grains grown right on their ranch in Carson Valley - in fact, 80% are grown onsite making it one of only five estate distilleries in the United States. Bently Ranch sustainably grows and harvests the winter rye, wheat and barley which is used to malt in-house on their own malting floor. The distillery’s home is the more than 100-year-old Minden flour mill which sits proudly on the National Register of Historic Places. Once the largest operating mill in the area, today it’s restored to modern LEED certified standards. The goal is not only to set a new standard for sustainable production in the state of Nevada, but also in the world.

Keep a morning aside for a wild horse tour with local wildlife and outdoors photographer Dwayne Hicks. He will pick you up from your location and head to all the sites in the wide-open fields and across mountains to get you close to the wild horses. Of course, local laws require that a considerable distance be maintained as the horses are protected. But any photography enthusiast will love the experience untouched greenery for miles on end and the beautiful horses in their natural best.

For more outdoorsy fun, head to a River Fork Ranch Tour for more than 800 acres of wildlife habitat around the confluence of the East and West Forks of the Carson River near Genoa.

Stay at Carson Valley Inn, located centrally and with lovely views of the mountains. Part hotel motel lodge and RV resort, it has a casino, outdoor arena for concerts, dining options aplenty and golf and sporting packages. To add some relaxation, get yourself a reservation in Walleys Hot Springs for some ‘me time’ in the legendary warm waters of the area, with simply the fresh air and gorgeous mountainous landscape for company.

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Dine and Wine Stop by for lunch at The Pink House, aka The Reese-Johnson-Virgin House which stands near the center of town in historic Genoa.

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the venue has hosted and borne witness to significant events in the city and state’s past. It is also recognized for its architectural significance as an example of the Gothic Revival style that was popular in the 19th century. If the watermelon salad (pictured alongside) is on the menu when you visit, you are in luck!

For dinner, consider CV Steak in the Carson Valley Inn which offers a Nevadastyle steakhouse experience in a setting that combines comfort with a touch of formality.

Recessed areas above each booth showcase black and white photos that recount the history of Minden and Gardnerville and were selected for their historic significance. The photos are a perfect complement to the arts and crafts motif that tie all the elements of Carson Valley Inn together.

Overland Restaurant & Pub offers a menu of fresh, locally sourced food in a fun, family friendly restaurant and pub. The restaurant is part of renowned chef Mark Estee’s family of dining establishments.

Ask your waiter about the stories behind the framed pictures on the wall and you might have a little history lesson added to your meal. Sierra Chef Cooking Class and Family-style Dinner is your pick if you prefer a dinner where you are more involved than usual. Cynthia Ferris-Bennett is the founder and owner of Sierra Chef, and she guides you through an evening cooking class which you then get to enjoy in the same kitchen space with friends and family. A lovely way to end your stay in the area. m

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Wellness

Mindfulness Promotes Sleep Awareness to Tackle Stress, Promote Wellbeing Sleep Awareness Week (March 14-20) is a great time to talk about having better sleep habits but it’s a conversation to have all year through.

Mindfulness.com, the world’s leading mindfulness platform, offers daily support for stress, sleep and wellbeing, featuring thoughtfully curated content.

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When you look at worldwide statistics on the topic, you quickly realize how important sleep awareness and mindfulness are: • Sleep represents a third of every person’s life and it has a tremendous impact on how we live, function and perform during the other two-thirds of our lives. (American Sleep Apnea Association) • Sleep problems, whether in the form of medical disorders or related to work schedules and a 24/7 lifestyle, are pervasive. In America, 70% of adults report that they obtain insufficient sleep at least one night a month, and 11% report insufficient sleep every night.

• It is estimated that sleep-related problems affect 50-70 million Americans of all ages and socioeconomic classes.

• An estimated 30% of Americans are regularly sleep deprived.

• Forty-three percent of Americans say stress has caused them to lie awake at night at least once a month.

• The odds of being sleep deprived (less than 6 hours a night for adults) has increased significantly over the past 30 years as the lines between work and home have become blurred and digital technology has firmly become part of our lifestyles. National data shows that poor sleep health is a common problem with 25% of U.S. adults reporting insufficient sleep or rest at least 15 out of every 30 days. (ASAA)

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Benefits of Mindfulness on Sleep: • The practice of Mindfulness, designed with a focus on sleep, provides an opportunity to create the mental space needed to allow sleep to come back.

• Mindfulness improves regulation of stress and increases a sense of calm that results in a better ability to sleep.

• Mindfulness meditation is a form of mental fitness. It’s a way that you can grow areas of your brain responsible for wellbeing and productivity and shrink areas of the brain responsible for stress and suffering.

How to Use Mindfulness for Sleep: Try a body scan meditation - Body scans are effective both during daily activities and when trying to fall asleep.

Find a comfortable position and start by noticing sensations in your body and breathing. Focus on your deep breathing, in and out. Then, starting with your toes or the top of your head, note how your body feels, scanning your way through it.

Meditate daily - Maintain a regular mindfulness meditation practice to help you sleep. It doesn’t have to be right before bed. Some mindfulness exercises can be done with your eyes open, while walking, or even with other people. In fact, mindfulness offers us an enormous treasure chest of tools and strategies to help untangle anxious feelings so we can access calm and mental clarity.

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South West Tenerife Becomes Europe’s First Whale Heritage Site Whale Heritage Sites play a vital role in showing a responsible and sustainable alternative to wildlife entertainment activities.

South West Tenerife has become Europe’s first Whale Heritage Site, a global certification developed by the World Cetacean Alliance and supported by World Animal Protection, that recognizes outstanding destinations for responsible and sustainable whale and dolphin watching. The site at Tenerife-La Gomera Marine area offers an easy way to select responsible whale and dolphin watching in the wild and a way to move away from selling wildlife entertainment activities and select ethical practices instead.

with people and are experienced respectfully by a responsible and protective tourism industry.

Both organizations are working together to implement activities that aim to end captivity and develop responsible alternatives. By doing so, they are clearing the way for a responsible whale watching industry that protects and facilitates experiencing cetaceans respectfully, in their natural habitat. A great step towards achieving this vision is the new edition of the animal welfare guidelines of the Dutch travel trade association, ANVR. Entertainment with dolphins and cetaceans that offer direct interaction are now deemed ‘unacceptable’ by ANVR and member tour operators are advised not to offer or support these activities.

World Cetacean Alliance (WCA) and World Animal Protection collaborate to create a world The Tenerife-La Gomera Marine area has where whales and other cetaceans are only a unique resident population of pilot whales found in the wild, where they live in harmony living alongside a high diversity of other

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feb/mar 2021 cetaceans (whales, dolphins or porpoises).

They inhabit a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC), with a coastline that hosts millions of tourists every year – many of whom wish to see these majestic marine mammals in the wild. There are 28 cetacean species to be found in the island’s waters – most migrant or seasonal – but some resident, including short-finned pilot whales, sperm whales and bottlenose dolphins, ensuring a year-round whale and dolphin-watching season for all.

Tenerife is popular as a famous spot to see whales and dolphins in the wild. The accreditation of the site in South West Tenerife recognizes the community´s commitment to respect and celebrate these animals. Twentyeight cetacean species can be found in the island’s waters including short-finned pilot whales, sperm whales and bottlenose dolphins.

This site and one in Dana Point, California, USA also announced at the same time, join the only other two Whale Heritage Sites in the world: The Bluff, South Africa and Hervey Bay, Australia. With a variety of year-round whales and more dolphins per square mile than anywhere in the world, pristine coastline, calm seas, the first and longest running annual Festival of Whales, and a captivating harbor minutes from the open ocean, Dana Point is the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World®. It is one of the best places to view the largest animal to have ever lived on earth: the magnificent blue whale, and also, a plethora of rare whales and dolphins including killer whales, pilot whales, sperm whales, false killer whales, Dall’s porpoise and more.

of marine wildlife while offering tourists the chance to experience these animals free and thriving in the wild, where they belong.”

Elizabeth Cuevas, Whale Heritage Sites Manager at World Cetacean Alliance, said, “The designation of Europe’s first Whale Heritage site is a wonderful step forward for responsible tourism. We believe the site is fast becoming a world leader in sustainable whale and dolphin watching and this certification will help the local community by recognizing responsible whale watching practices supported by the latest research and conservation efforts.”

Becoming a Whale Heritage Site will ensure that visitors are contributing to destinations that celebrate their natural heritage, protect marine wildlife and build a connection between local residents and sea life. In addition to the opportunity to observe cetaceans, vibrant festivals and other events celebrate the marine environment and provide education and inspiration for tourists and locals alike.

Tenerife-La Gomera Marine area’s location in tourist hot-spot Tenerife is popular with the island’s 6 million annual visitors. The importance of the tourist industry to the local area is reflected in the local and national regulatory frameworks, which provide formal protection of the marine ecosystem, with two SACs and a strong legislative framework protecting cetaceans.

To qualify for Whale Heritage Site accreditation, candidate destinations must meet set criteria which recognizes their commitment to cetacean conservation through responsible wildlife interactions and sustainability. These include encouraging “Whale Heritage Sites play a vital role respectful human-cetacean coexistence, in showing a responsible and sustainable celebrating cetaceans, environmental, social alternative to wildlife entertainment activities” and economic sustainability, and research, said Katheryn Wise, Wildlife Campaign education and awareness. In meeting Whale Manager at World Animal Protection. “While Heritage Site criteria, sites must take into travel is temporarily on hold for most of us, account information relating to the relevant when it does resume it is up to all of us to local cetacean populations including important make responsible choices. These sites will help factors such as their status, numbers, biology, promote tour operators who protect the welfare habitat, behavior and welfare. m

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Driving through Southern Italy:

international destination

A Dream Road Trip

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international destination There is no dearth of Italian adventures to be experienced no matter which part of the country you visit so how about this fun itinerary for a southern Italian road trip covering some of the major cities along the way? Make all your risotto-laden, panna cotta-lined and limoncello-filled dreams come true to the land of famed wines, tiramisu and tartufo, olive oil and baked goods, and more!

Start at a major city like Milan where you are well-connected by air, land and water to travel in any direction and mode you’d like. Definitely aim to attend as many aperitivo hours here as possible – these are your ticket to trying all the local delicacies at the best deals. Among some of the venues to add to your agenda are the Columns of St. Lawrence, Cathedral of Milan and the city square, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II (Italy’s oldest active shopping mall and a major landmark), La Scala opera house and the Museum of Design.

Water taxis everywhere is the sight that greets you in this city built on a maze of canals. Take your pick from canal-side dining to fresh seafood, street-side treats and gondola rides, for a memorable visit here. St. Marks is 32 www.travelerandtourist.com

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Left and above: Canal-side views in Venice (Images:Ruksana Hussain)

the public square here and the central hub of all activity. The basilica and clock tower are worth a visit if you can manage making it through the long lines.

A short ferry ride away are the islands of Murano and Burano – if you time your visit well then these can be a good daytrip excursion.

Known for the blown glass arts and crafts and lacework, you will recognize the place from the row of colorful buildings which is a classic shot that every photographer wants. Or you can choose to shy away from the crowds and engage in some souvenir shopping and baked goodies.

In Bologna, a tour of the Ducati Museum is essential if you are a speed devil. And just a short drive away is Maranello, heaven for all the Ferrari fanatics. Both locations share in-depth histories of the brands, the makers, the machines and the sportspeople that made 33

international destination them the household names they are. Along the way, your saving grace on your road trip will probably be Autogrill, the highway rest stops where you might end up grabbing a bite at if you do not find the time to enjoy a leisurely meal at every break.

Enjoy the options, which are many and accommodate most Preferences.

Of course, stops at the leaning tower of Pisa, locally known as Torre Pendante, and the Duomo in Florence are a must. Climbing to the top of both would be great though attempting even one might be a Herculean task for some. There are always street performers, shopping and restaurants at the ground level to keep you occupied if you choose not to indulge in the uphill challenge.

Rome has so many attractions to visit so you better make good time on your hours spent everywhere. Covering the Colosseum, Roman forum, Trevi fountain, Pantheon, and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in one day is simply not recommended if you truly want to do justice to visiting this city. Err on the side of caution with extra time built into your schedule to ensure you strike all of these venues off your to-do list. Positively leave a full day aside for your Vatican City tour. A guided tour with a reputable tour company that provides translation to your language is required so you understand the historical value of the area. During the basilica tour, remember to pay attention to the tapestries on the walls and the art on the ceilings – it is glorious.

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Above: Views of Florence from Duomo. Left: Amalfi Coast.

In Pompeii, a guided tour will take you back in time to the history of a place and people we’ve all probably only come across in school textbooks. With Mt. Vesuvius in the background, the city lies spread out in front of you, rows of vines providing a green-hued perspective.

Proceed with your southern sojourn when you head to the Amalfi Coast, saving the best for last. This picture postcard perfect region of Italy will take your breath away, while also giving you some real-world stunt driving lessons thanks to its hairpin bends and thrilling curves. Sorrento here offers resort town vibes along the mountains and the sea so what more do you need, to bring your journey to a well-deserved grand finale. m 35

health on the go

Nutritious Seasonal Recipes for Spring Holidays From an Apple Cinnamon Pecan Baked Oatmeal treat to a Vanilla Almond Crunch Overnight Oats recipe to serve mom in bed for Mother’s Day, here are some options from lactose-free, fairlife Ultra-Filtered Milk to get you going.

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Apple Cinnamon Pecan Baked Oatmeal Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats • 1 cup pecans, divided • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 2 ½ teaspoons cinnamon, divided • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg • ½ teaspoon salt • 2 large eggs • 2 cups fairlife ultra-filtered 2% Reduced Fat milk • ½ cup maple syrup • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing the dish • 2-3 large sweet-tart apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled, cored, and diced • Sliced apples, for garnish

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Pot O’ Golden Milk Latte Ingredients

• 1 cup 1% fairlife low fat ultra-filtered milk • 1 cinnamon stick (or ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon) • 1 (1-inch) piece turmeric, grated (or ½ teaspoon ground turmeric) • 1 (1/2 inch) piece ginger, grated (or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger) • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup) • pinch black pepper 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a • pinch ground 9-inch baking dish with butter; set aside. cardamom, cloves or 2. In a medium bowl, combine the nutmeg (optional) oats, ½ cup pecans, baking powder, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. • ground cinnamon (for Mix well. serving) 3. In another bowl, break up the eggs with a whisk; then whisk in the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined.

4. Add the milk mixture to the oat mixture, along with the melted butter.

Stir well to combine.

5. Combine the diced apples and remaining pecans in a bowl. Toss with the remaining cinnamon, then scatter the apples evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

6. Pour the oatmeal mixture over top and spread evenly. Garnish top with thinly sliced apples if desired. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden and the oats are set. Serve warm or at room temperature.

7. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: This dish can be frozen after baking, tightly covered, for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to serve it, defrost in the refrigerator for 24 hours then reheat it, covered with foil, in a 325°F oven until hot.

Vanilla Almond Crunch Overnight Oats Ingredients

• 1 cup, fairlife® fat-free ultra-filtered milk • 1 5-6 oz. carton of nonfat or low-fat vanilla greek yogurt or skyr • 2 teaspoons pure honey • 2 teaspoons flax seeds • 2 pinches cinnamon • 2 pinches kosher salt • 4 tablespoons blanched slivered or sliced almonds 1. Whisk milk, cinnamon, • 1 cup rolled oats turmeric, ginger, honey, Optional topping black pepper and any suggestions: additional spices desired in • Cut berries or citrus of a small saucepan. your choice 2. Bring the mixture to • Additional yogurt a low boil, then reduce • Additional flax seeds or heat and simmer until almonds incorporated, 5 minutes.

1. Divide the first 8 ingredients 3. Remove from heat and (fairlife® fat free ultra-filtered taste, adjusting flavors and milk through oats) evenly between two 8-10 oz. mason sweetener as needed. jars or small glass bowls with a 4. Strain through a fine tight-fitting lid. mesh sieve into mugs 2. Securely close or cover the and top with a dash of containers and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to 48 hours. cinnamon.

5. Use a milk frother and 3. When ready to serve or eat, remove the lid, stir, and top froth for a couple minutes with berries of your choice until you reach your or additional flax seeds or desired froth level. almonds.

Green Smoothie Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh baby spinach or baby kale • 3/4 cup fairlife® ultrafiltered 2% milk • 1 ripe banana • 2/3 cup fresh or frozen diced pineapple • zest of 1 whole lime and squeeze of 1 lime wedge • 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil • 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • pinch of ground cinnamon • 3/4 cup ice (optional, to enjoy cold immediately) Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. To make in advance and refrigerate, omit the ice. Serve and enjoy! m

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road trippers

Road Trip Essentials for the TravelLoving Family

For the foreseeable future, family road trips will be the safest way to keep vacationing until the pandemic is over. That means packing the essentials for a clean, fun and safe trip is critical. We’ve curated the perfect items to carry with you in your vehicle for those messy and exciting road trips, as you spend some time outdoors in the coming months with friends, family and fair-weather shenanigans…

City Bonfires (right)

A COVID-safe way to get a little “me” time. The brand designs portable mini bonfires you can use anywhere outdoors. Easy to light and extinguish, simply bundle up, sit back, relax and enjoy s’mores or a glass of wine while staying warm on a cool winter’s night. The bonfires are reusable, so you get many happy moments from a single can.

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feb/mar 2021 Clean Car Bundle (right)

The EcoFreaks hand-sanitizing, vehicle dispenser bundle is made specifically for your car, since most of us are still not allowed or being actively cautious not flying anywhere yet until COVID-19 vaccines are taken. Includes one auto motion-activated dispenser with cup holder koozie, one gallon of foaming hand sanitizer, and one funnel for easy refilling.

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nomadiQ (left)

The future of grilling is here with the ultimate portable, lightweight gas grill for all of your charbroiled hopes and dreams. Grill anytime, anywhere from campsites and parks to private decks and patios. Can be used as a tabletop grill inside and outside and conveniently weighs only 12 lbs.

Offers dual temperature control and two grilling surfaces.

HMNKIND

These 99.9% antibacterial masks offer a patented wet polyurethane foam designed by K Beauty and Skincare industry experts. They are clinically tested and have superior quality against particle filtration. The brand not only does better to care for the Earth by utilizing recyclable materials, but it also does better for society by giving back 10% of all sales to Color of Change.

Pure Sky Microfiber Towels for Cars

Four-Piece Car Cleaning Kit – Just add water. No detergents needed. The towel set is made of patented state-of-the-art composite ultra-microfibers, consisting of multifilament yarns that are made of more than 1,000 strands per yarn.

No chemicals, cleans with only water, without dangerous ingredients that can harm you. Environmentally friendly and a money saving product. m

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visual appeal

United States of Abstraction.

American Artists in France.

Ralph Coburn, Orange and White Abstraction, 1950, © Will Howcroft Photography

The Musée d’arts de Nantes and the Musée Fabre in Montpellier are organizing an exhibition entitled United States of Abstraction. American Artists in France, 1946-1964.

The role of Paris as the world capital of Western art since the 19th century is well recognized and it is also considered an established fact that the City of Light lost this pre-eminence after World War II to New York. The history of Abstract

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Expressionism, the New York School and its heroes, Jackson Pollock and Willem De Kooning among others, thus became the prevailing narrative of art after 1945.

Nevertheless, many American artists, musicians and writers, both men and women, continued to travel to France to study and create. More than 400 artists in particular made use of the G.I. Bill scholarship between 1944 and 1953, which allowed any veteran to finance their studies, by enrolling at Parisian art schools and academies. The exhibition examines their intense presence and the way in which they contributed to redefining abstract art in France at a time when the world geography of art went through profound changes.

They came for a range of reasons: the cultural appeal of Paris, its museums and its masters, the draw of Europe, the possibility of creating without any real constraints through grants, the search for greater freedom, the desire to be elsewhere, to be in Paris as if on an island.

The exhibition is arranged into three sections. The first section examines works brought together by the critic Michel Tapié, whether in group exhibitions (such as Véhémences Confrontées at the Nina Dausset gallery in 1951, Les Signifiants de l’Informel in 1952 and Un Art Autre at the Studio Facchetti the same year) or in publications from the first half of the 1950s. These events constitute an exciting attempt to bring together a series of abstract

feb/mar 2021 Delaney, who found in France a place of freedom and creativity, without establishing strong links with the artists of the School of Paris, with the exception of the Canadian painter Jean-Paul Riopelle. They claim a form of solitude and use the French capital as a stimulating place for creation but remain nevertheless strangely stateless.

Their works have in common their large scale, floating forms with intense colors.

The last section looks at how the artists Ellsworth Kelly, Ralph Coburn, John Youngerman and Robert Breer, in relation to some of their elders such as Jean Arp and Alexander Calder and to some of their contemporaries (François Morellet), profoundly renewed geometric abstraction in post-war Paris.

Comprising around 100 works, paintings and sculptures from European and American public and private collections, the exhibition is enhanced by a wealth of documentation that provides an insight into the period and a catalogue in which French and American specialists retrace a fascinating chapter in the history of artistic exchanges in a new light. m Ellsworth Kelly, Window, Museum of Modern Art, Paris, 1949, © Centre Pompidou-MNAM-CCI, Dist.RMN-Grand-Palais/Philippe Migeat

works outside of national considerations, but around the ideas of expressivity, gestural and automatic abstract painting.

Several American painters, Jackson Pollock, Willem De Kooning, Mark Tobey, Claire Falkenstein, Alfonso Ossorio were associated with works by Wols, Jean Dubuffet, Georges Mathieu, Jean-Paul Riopelle.

The second section brings together several abstract colorists, such as Sam Francis, Joan Mitchell, Shirley Jaffe, but also Kimber Smith, Norman Bluhm and Beauford

Sam Francis, Blue Balls, vers 1961-1962, 2020 Sam Francis Foundation, California /ADAGP, Paris, 2021

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style file

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Hilary MacMillan celebrates International Women’s Day with an all-new Varsity Collection.

Internationally renowned Canadian designer Hilary MacMillan has reimagined her iconic Varsity Jacket collection to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021, adding an upgraded contemporary flair to the once traditionally collegial pieces. The all-new vegan leather collection honors MacMillan’s commitment to her philanthropic endeavors, with a portion of proceeds supporting Black Women in Motion and Up With Women.

“The Varsity collection has been a part of the Hilary MacMillan DNA for the past few years,” states Hilary MacMillan, Designer of Hilary MacMillan. “As we evolve, I felt an innate desire to create a more contemporary approach to the traditional varsity jacket – while still drawing attention to the issues and topics women face, and those that I’m so incredibly passionate about.”

Hilary MacMillan is a contemporary, cruelty-free, size-inclusive womenswear brand based in Toronto, Canada. The

feb/mar 2021 eponymous brand was founded in 2013 and is renowned for offering versatile pieces in timeless silhouettes. The brand focuses on using high-quality, crueltyfree fabrics to design ready-to-wear pieces in bold colors and textures with the modern-day consumer in mind.

An added layer to the 2021 relaunch is MacMillan’s partnership with Canadian visual artist Sara Taddayon of Montreal’s Plum and Coco. Fitting to the brand’s core values, Taddayon created a tissue and sticker design depicting a powerful and positive message; “Empowered Womxn, Empower Womxn,” which will serve as bold, collaborative packaging for each Varsity item sold; brightening each of MacMillan’s direct to consumer orders.

The Hilary MacMillan Varsity Collection first hit the market in 2017, offering powerful sentiments featured on the back of each of the collection’s jackets. Throughout the brand’s evolution, MacMillan continuously used the collection as a vehicle to address the many issues women face today – including political statements and over-arching globally known topics.

The re-release includes the brand’s most popular statements, “Feminist,” “Don’t Tell Me to Smile,” - as worn by Victoria Beckham - and “GRL PWR,” on the jacket’s new vegan-leather body with tonal snaps, available in inclusive sizing XS – 4X adult. m 43

at your service

World’s First Sledge Sharing System Launched in Vilnius The full-on Lithuanian winter has generated an increasing popularity of outdoor activities this year. However, to make sledding safe during the pandemic and avoid mass gatherings, over 100 cars with sledges in trunks have been made available in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, as a sharing service initiated

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through the CityBee app. All of the cars are marked in the app making it easy for the users to locate the nearest one. Moreover, for safety reasons, the service helps to ensure that the amounts of sledders are distributed over several sledding areas in the city. Since Vilnius is rich in green areas, the new car and sledge service endorses exploring even more isolated sledding areas.

As the first car-sharing platform to ever launch a project like this, CityBee also intends for the sledge

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sharing service to reiterate the benefits of sharing instead of owning. As sledge is something that is used for a couple of weeks every year and is then forgotten until the next winter, the company—and the city—see the new sharing service as a continuation of the Lithuanian capital’s vision of staying an advocate of sharing economy and mobility.

According to the sharing service operator, one shared car in Vilnius can replace 12 personal ones, dramatically lessening the strain on the city in terms of traffic and parking. The new service, though symbolic, is a continuation of the city’s vision of introducing the simplicity and benefits of the sharing economy and setting an example in

terms of mobility and sustainable traffic.

“This vision of sustainability is well underway as several transport-oriented initiatives have been implemented in Vilnius in recent years. The capital is always open to involving the community into new and adventurous projects so the sledge sharing system is definitely going to fit in with the Vilnius model,” said Remigijus Šimašius, Mayor of Vilnius.

Services like CityBee car sharing, Spark electric vehicle sharing, and Bolt scooter sharing have made Vilnius residents and visitors appreciate the transportation sharing services, while the local app Trafi has simplified the way to get around the city using various means of transport by using the open traffic data provided by the municipality.

When it comes to car-sharing, 70% of Vilnius locals can find a shared car or park it less than 2 minutes away from their home. More than 60,000 journeys are made monthly by using shared cars—a substantial number for a city with 600,000 residents. The data suggests that by using this number of shared vehicles, the city is cutting its annual CO2 emissions by 35,000 to 40,000 tons. m

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gift guide

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Spring is the perfect time to revamp it all! From beauty and fashion to home goods and health... out with the old and in with the new. Here are a few ideas to give you those springtime feels.

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4. Lavley

1. Country Bathhouse

Bath bombs, soaps, shower steamers…Country Bathhouse was born out of a desire to find bath products with less chemicals and unnecessarily harsh ingredients.

Their spring line features new products and new scents. Bright, sensuous, crisp, yummy... they incorporate aromas from fragrances as traditional as sage to as exotic as fruit loops.

2. Broken Top Candle Co

Offering hand-crafted, sustainable and ecoconscious luxury bath, body and home products, Broken Top utilizes only natural and organic materials. They are mindfully sourced to be renewable and recyclable, free of parabens and gluten as well as vegan. Every scent in the collection has been developed to have its own unique expression; both familiar and unexpected.

3. CILQUE

CILQUE (pronounced silk) has fashionable silk top knot headbands available in four stunning colors that we’re loving for any occasion, from Zoom meetings to virtual gatherings or lounging at home. The brand’s popular silk scrunchies also are a great must-have for every day that are super gentle on hair. Beauty experts and hairstylists are raving about them.

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Socks for everyone; foodies, animal lovers, medical professionals, wine lovers, musicians...you name it. Lavley socks are designed to hold up for years of wears and washes without fading while remaining soft, comfortable and well fitting.

Especially for those travel-minded friends of yours, there’s something for any theme you can think of.

5. Kind Laundry

An eco-friendly solution to the age-old practice of using plastic detergent bottles that are cumbersome and fill up the landfills (close to 1 billion plastic laundry jugs go to landfills and oceans in the U.S. alone, with less than 7% getting properly recycled). The brand has introduced detergent laundry sheets that are just as effective, if not more so, at cleaning your load.

6. FEND

A non-drug, salt-and-calcium based nasal hygiene mist that helps successfully clean small respiratory droplets from our airways for up to six hours after each use.

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culinary delights

Crumb Celebrate Caramel Day…

with Clarkson Ave Caramel Salted Crumb Cake. The mother and son duo behind this family-owned business sure know the way to your tummy, and heart.

Putting a contemporary spin on an old classic by adding a gooey layer of homemade caramel (dusted lightly with sea salt) right between the cake and the crumbs, resulting in that salty sweet vibe we all love.

Clarkson Ave makes moist and delicious crumb cakes. The line is made with only the finest all-natural ingredients, like fresh butter and real bourbon vanilla. Cakes are topped with a mountain of plump crumbs made from the finest Saigon cinnamon.

These amazing crumbs explode with flavor. The recipe will leave your taste buds wondering which part is better, the cake or the crumbs? Don’t take our word for it…Get your crumb cake today and get in on that caramel action! m 48 www.travelerandtourist.com

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shelf esteem

The People Behind Your Plate The COVID-19 pandemic has made us all realize how much we depend on the hard work of the people who produce our food, but are too often forgotten. The People Behind Your Plate is a coffee table book of powerful images and stories of rural people worldwide created by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), which invests in rural people, empowering them to reduce poverty, increase food security, improve nutrition and strengthen resilience. Since 1978, it has provided US$ 23.2 billion in grants and low-interest loans to projects that have reached an estimated 518 million people. IFAD is an international financial institution and a United Nations specialized agency based in Rome – the United Nations food and agriculture hub.

In the developing world, 63% of rural people depend on agriculture for their livelihoods. This collection of powerful images and stories features food producers from some of the world’s most fragile and remote communities. Their stories speak of challenges we all share as we seek to build a more sustainable future for ourselves, our families and our world.

The book is organized around the “5 Ps” of people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnerships. The work that rural people do, including growing food and taking care of precious natural resources, is at the heart of the Sustainable Development Goals to eliminate poverty and hunger, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity. m

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