Apr 10th, 2013 at 2:00PM:
Design geeks and French lovers beware: this video was made for you.
Using some of Paris' most iconic neighborhoods and coming up with simple visual representations of them, the video was made as a holiday greeting card by global design agency Havas Worldwide.
My favorite is Canal St Martin, an area most tourists recognize from the "Amélie" stone-skipping scene and nowadays with ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Paris Redux: Classic Parisian Neighborhoods As Seen Through Typography
Apr 10th, 2013 at 2:00PM:
Design geeks and French lovers beware: this video was made for you.
Using some of Paris' most iconic neighborhoods and coming up with simple visual representations of them, the video was made as a holiday greeting card by global design agency Havas Worldwide.
My favorite is Canal St Martin, an area most tourists recognize from the "Amélie" stone-skipping scene and nowadays with ...Love French Wine? You'll Love the French Wine Metro Map
Apr 9th, 2013 at 3:30PM:
There's something about the design of subway maps, and not just for plotting metro lines across cities.
For those looking to master French wine regions, look no further. Combining the simplicity of the Paris metro map and the complexity of France's numerous wine regions, De Long Wine has made a map that makes all of the French wine regions seem as close as a short metro ride.
Of course, ...Photo Of The Day: Colonial Architecture In Burma
Mar 10th, 2013 at 6:00PM:
When we think of Southeast Asian architecture we often think of old temples and ancient statues, but the influence of colonial times on this area of the world has had just as much of an influence on the local infrastructure and design.
Flickr member R A L F captured this beautiful building facade in Yangon, Burma (Myanmar). The city, also known as Rangoon, has the largest number of colonial ...Take A Look At The Future Of Economy Airline Seating
Mar 2nd, 2013 at 9:00AM:
Contorting your body to fit into cramped economy class airline seats is bad enough without the person seated in front of you invading your space. Reclining seats have been a point of contention amongst fliers for years and as seat pitch gets smaller, the problem has only gotten worse with some passengers even coming to blows over the issue.
Other passengers take a more passive aggressive ...Discover Scandinavia In Washington DC: Nordic Cool 2013
Feb 20th, 2013 at 11:00AM:
Aurora Borealis, new Nordic cuisine, ice hotels, hot springs, fjords, moose, meatballs and music? Scandinavia is at the top of the list for a lot of travelers these days. But if you can't book a ticket to the northern countries this year, Washington, D.C., might be your next best bet.
The city is the host of Nordic Cool 2013, a month-long international festival celebrating the culture of ...Indianapolis Refines The Art Hotel
Feb 15th, 2013 at 11:00AM:
"Restroom?" the guest asked near The Alexander hotel's registration desk, a pair of antique bureaus encased in glass.
"Follow the birds," the employee answered, referring to a flock made of sculpted vinyl records fluttering along a lobby wall.
"Follow the birds" and "just past the graffiti" might become common directions at Indianapolis's new boutique hotel, located three blocks from ...Video: Ear Cleaning In India
Oct 28th, 2012 at 5:00PM: I have a hideous confession to make. I'm absolutely fascinated by medical techniques and beauty rituals practiced in other countries. No matter how archaic, revolting (to our Western sensibilities), or dubious, I can't get enough of reading about or watching this stuff. That said, there's no way you'll find me willingly engaging in these activities, so it's a vicarious thrill.
Since it's almost ...
An Inside Look At The Old TWA Terminal At JFK
Oct 8th, 2012 at 3:00PM:
In 2012, it's hard to imagine catching a flight as anything but a routine, frequently dehumanizing process – waiting in long security lines, bad food and cramped terminals conspire to make our flying experience less than enjoyable. This wasn't always the case - back in the 1960s, flying was considered a glamorous, cutting edge industry, and the design of the airports matched that ...Amsterdam's Stedelijk Museum Reopens, Adding To City's Reputation As A Major Art Destination
Sep 22nd, 2012 at 3:00PM: Amsterdam is famous, and infamous, for its many attractions appealing to all types of traveler. One of the best reasons to visit is for the world-class art museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Hermitage.
Now another can be added to the list. The Stedelijk Museum reopens to the public this Sunday after a long remodel that has created more gallery space, allowing the first ...Kiwi Cool: Shopping For New Zealand-Made Souvenirs
Sep 20th, 2012 at 9:00AM:
When you go to the other side of the world, you want to bring back a few things to show for your trouble. Visiting New Zealand with my 1-year-old daughter, and with nephews at home in America, I became obsessed with finding them something actually made in the country. A stuffed kiwi bird or lamb toy, a merino wool baby blanket, or a fun T-shirt would do nicely, and I wouldn't mind some jewelry ...New Chinese Skyscraper Resembles A Pair Of Pants
Sep 9th, 2012 at 12:00PM:
China is well known for innovative architecture, like their rooftop bike club, The Piano House and the China Central Television Headquarters. Their newest endeavor, however, takes novelty to a new level, being touted as one of the world's strangest skyscrapers. Costing $700 million, the Gate to the East skyscraper in Suzhou is being ridiculed for resembling an enormous pair of pants.
...Waterfall Skyscraper To Power Rio And The 2016 Olympics
Aug 2nd, 2012 at 5:00PM:
While the 2012 Olympic Games haven't even finished yet, planning for the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has already begun. And, one designer has dreams of taking solar power to new heights.
According to Digital Trends, Zurich-based RAFAA Architecture & Design wants to design an energy-generating waterfall skyscraper (shown above), that will not only power the Olympic Village, ...Photo Of The Day: Smiling Door In Andalucia
Jul 24th, 2012 at 6:30PM:
Sometimes, it's the unexpected details that can lighten up a long day of travel. Take, for instance, this bright green door in Conil de la Frontera, a seaside town in Andalucia, Spain. Wearing a whimsical lopsided smile thanks to some conveniently placed locks and handles, this door probably causes passersby to stop, grin and continue along their ways with lighter springs in their steps. I ...Chinese Architects Pose As Tourists In Attempt To Steal Plans For Austrian City
Jun 13th, 2012 at 5:00PM: It's not uncommon for different cultures to influence each other and even borrow ideas. However, China is taking this to the next level by literally transforming the industrial city of Huizhou into a replica of Hallstatt in Austria.
According to the Daily Mail, the plan, which will cost over $7 billion, was found out about when blueprints were left behind at a Hallstatt hotel. Apparently, the ...The Next Must-Have Adventure Gear? The 'Invisible' Bike Helmet
May 25th, 2012 at 4:00PM:
Hate traveling with a bulky, plastic bike helmet? Say hello to the Hövding Bike Helmet, an ingenious invention out of Sweden that takes up only a sliver of space in your luggage and activates only upon impact, much like a car's airbag.
Reminiscent of the zippered collar of an athletic jacket, the scarf-like Hövding contains a folded-up "invisible" nylon hood whose trigger ...Unusual Tourist Attraction: Japanese City Unveils World's Largest Toilet
May 20th, 2012 at 3:00PM: While most travelers spend time visiting sites like churches, castles, parks and museums, Ichihara City in the Chiba Prefecture of Japan is hoping to bring in tourists with a new kind of attraction: the world's largest toilet. In fact, they're so hopeful that the unusual attraction will bring in travelers; they've spent 10 million yen (about $125,945) on the project.
The site, which sits in ...Cockpit Chronicles: What's not to like about the 757? I'll show you. (Video)
Mar 8th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Powerful engines providing stellar performance and short field capabilities are just some of the features that set the Boeing 757 apart from the rest. But there has to be something that pilots dislike on the airplane, right?
Well, there are two features in particular that I don't care for.
I dream that someday someone from Boeing or Airbus will call me for advice on cockpit ergonomics. Each ...More Istanbul shopping and dining secrets from Daily Secret
Jan 14th, 2012 at 2:00PM: Last week, Gadling included Istanbul in our picks for 2012 luxury travel, and introduced you to Daily Secret, a web-based "guide service" offering insider intel to 12 cities, including Istanbul. We got so many more great Istanbul secrets from editor Laura Wells (many with special discounts and exclusive access), we're posting them for Gadling readers to add to their itineraries. Happy shopping ...Daily Secret offers insider intel for Istanbul, Athens, Shanghai and more
Jan 7th, 2012 at 12:00PM: Last month, I went to a designer-clothing pop-up sale in the back of a restaurant, scored an invite to an exclusive party with Champagne and gourmet truffles, and got the manager's private phone number of a hot new nightlife spot. I'm not famous or especially well-connected, I'm just a subscriber to DailySecret.com. Daily Secret is website and email newsletter that delivers insider intel for ...New Georgia border crossing provides a whimsical welcome
Dec 26th, 2011 at 4:00PM:
Customs checkpoints tend to be dreary, depressing places.
A rare exception is the new Georgia border crossing with Turkey, located right at the crossroads between Eastern Europe and Western Asia. There, German architect Jürgen Mayer H. recently unveiled a modern, state-of-the-art border crossing that rises from the shores of the Black Sea in a white, whimsical squiggle. How's that for a ...
