Lifestyle

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Editor’s note: Monuments have been part of American civic culture since the early days of the nation, their building often motivated by patriotism, civic pride and the preservation of history. As Americans celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, thousands of…

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Austin is well-known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” but meeting groups staying at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa don’t have to wait for a night out downtown to experience the city’s genre-spanning soundtrack. A singer-songwriter might be…

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Framed by the dramatic, snow-capped peaks of the Wasatch Range, Salt Lake City is a high-altitude destination that these days defies expectations at every turn, a place where urban energy meets a massive outdoor playground. By day, the city is a launchpad for world-class mountain…

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Editor’s note: As America celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, it’s not surprising that music takes center stage. The roots of America’s music history run deep, from country and bluegrass, jazz, the blues, the American musical, to rock and roll and hip-hop…

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The FIFA World Cup has come to North America and it's the largest sporting event the continent has ever hosted: 48 teams, 16 cities and a monthlong surge of global visitors. For hotels, destinations and hospitality partners, the tournament represents a rare convergence of…