Fine fabrics made of silk and velvet have been woven in Venice for centuries. Visits to the traditional Bevilacqua weavers and the Fortuny Museum are journeys into the history of fabric design.

The eternal city and its ancient monuments are a major tourist magnet. And the Romans’ pride in their city’s long history is often quite apparent. Many residents earn livings as city guides, restorers or bar proprietors.

Since the death of her mother Laura Biagiotti, fashion designer Lavinia has been managing the House of Biagiotti. She’s remained true to her mother’s style and favorite materials and colors, cashmere, silk and white.

He's called the modern-day "Waltz King," so it almost goes without saying that he lives in a castle: André Rieu. The Dutch violinist is one of the most successful in the world, and he conducts his own orchestra.

In the classic Hollywood film "Roman Holiday," Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck roamed the Eternal City in typically Italian style, on a scooter. Now tourists can do the same.

The neuropsychologist Erik Scherder has found that music triggers a system of recompenses in the brain, which activates feelings of happiness. He says the enjoyment of music is a good way of keeping mentally agile.

Her works are colorful, flashy and provocative: Em Cole is causing a stir in the art world. The British artist's video and photo collages often revolve around the sterotypical presentation of women.

For many people -- young ones in particular -- life without a smartphone is unthinkable. Star photographer Rankin is among those concerned by this development. Discover what he's doing about it.

Tove Feldt and Hagbard Kramer spend a lot of time in their secluded luxury cabin in Ravika on the Lyngen peninsula. The wooden house is perfectly adapted to its location.

There's a special treat awaiting customers at the highest patisserie in Austria: Kaiserschmarrn! The pancake-based dish is easy to make, and it's one of the country’s most popular desserts.