HERE:
JAPANESE ART ALIGHTS IN CAPE ESTATE
If you’re not traveling to Japan this summer, you can still immerse yourself in its imagery and culture at the “Contemporary Japanese Print Show” at Highfield Hall & Gardens in Falmouth. Showcasing the work of the College Women’s Association of Japan, the exhibit displays original work by 137 acclaimed Japanese printmakers. In addition, the show celebrates CWAJ’s 75th anniversary by spotlighting five pioneering women artists — Shinoda Toko, Yoshida Chizuko, Iwami Reika, Yanagisawa Noriko, and Tatsuno Toeko — whose innovations shaped contemporary Japanese printmaking. Visitors can view a wide range of printing techniques, from traditional woodblock and lithography to cutting-edge digital processes, created by artists working in representational and non-representational imagery. The show originated in Tokyo with a jury of experts from Japan’s top art institutions, and aims to bring global attention to contemporary prints as well as CWAJ’s mission to support women’s education through the arts. Sight-impaired visitors can experience a special hands-on art component. In addition, activities and programs associated with this exhibit will take place throughout the season. June 21-Oct. 26. 508-495-1878, https://highfieldhallandgardens.org/art/upcoming-art-exhibitions
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The aptly named Wine Lover tour in France is offered by SLL Perigord Travel.Photos courtesy of SLL Perigord Travel
THERE:
FRANCE + WINE = BLISS
The aptly named Wine Lover tour offered by SLL Perigord Travel will surely make oenophiles jump with joy. The seven-day tour kicks off in Bordeaux with a walking tour of the historic center, sampling regional wines at a local bar and group dinner. Brush up on your French pronunciations the following three days as you tour area vineyards, starting at the Cité du Vin museum (for an immersive wine experience); Château Les Carmes Haut Brion and Château Pape Clement, both Graves, on the outskirts of Bordeaux; Château Haut Breton Larigaudière and Château de Kirwan in Margaux; and Château Tour Saint Christophe, a Saint-Émilion grand cru classé. After lunch in Saint-Émilion, the tour continues to the Perigord region where a Renaissance-style château with classic French gardens awaits. The castle, in the family of the founder of the travel company since 1764, will host the evening’s dinner. The following days focus on exceptional sites in the Perigord region: visit the prehistoric painted cave of Font-de-Gaume; stroll in the town where the first Cro-Magnon remains were discovered; take a private tour of the National Prehistory Museum; tour a liqueur distillery that has been in the same family for 180 years, and taste their esteemed walnut liqueur; ride a riverboat through caverns 110 yards below the surface in France’s first underground natural heritage site; and explore the village of Rocamadour, a pilgrimage site since the 12th century, perched on the side of a limestone cliff. Tours run mid-May though the end of September. Tours sell out quickly, so book sooner rather than later for the 2025 August and September trips. Single occupancy $6,300. Double occupancy per person $5,500, includes accommodations, van transportation, entrance fees and guides; breakfast and lunch each day, and two special dinners. 1-786-659-6901 (WhatsApp), www.sllperigordtravel.com/itinerary-wine-lover/
Chill out in comfort and style with the Earth Lounger from outdoor living brand Avkara. Photo courtesy of Avkara
EVERYWHERE:
LOLLING WITH EARTH LOUNGER
Chill out in comfort and style with the Earth Lounger from outdoor living brand Avkara. Whether you’re heading to the beach, lake, pool, or a picnic in the park, you’ll want to include this in your travel gear essentials. The lounger’s water-resistant, oversize mat and large, inflatable and deflatable backrest allow you to relax on sand or grass without needing to pack and carry a chair. In addition to offering ergonomic support, the backrest sports two large side pockets for stashing your phone, keys, and other personal items. Made of soft, durable material, the mat and lounger are easy to clean. Additional features include four large corner pockets and loops with ground stakes for weighing the mat down on windy days; a removable air bladder for convenient maintenance; and a drawstring storage bag. The backrest inflates quickly using any pump with a large attachment. When you’re ready to head home, unplug the wide valve, release the air completely, and fold to place in the travel bag. Tiny Pump and Foot Pump sold separately or in bundles. $119. https://avkaralounger.com
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