The New York Times – Music:
A study of over 275 violins suggests that Antonio Stradivari used wood from high-altitude forests in northern Italy to craft some of his most renowned instruments.
Category: Forests and Forestry
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Traveling to Costa Rica? Try These Destinations to Save Money
The New York Times – Travel:
How dupe destinations, off-season timing and ground travel save money in the popular and increasingly expensive Central American country.
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A Pilgrim Route in Norway: Berries, Bogs and a Viking King
The New York Times – Travel:
Following one of the nine St. Olav Ways, a photographer trudged with soggy feet through tundras, forests and wetlands. Here’s what she saw.
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Taiwan’s Underrated East Coast Is a Gem for Nature Lovers
The New York Times – Travel:
The island’s lesser-known rugged side delivers staggering natural scenery and a range of outdoor experiences.
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6 Tree House Hotels That Offer Glamour With a Rustic Vibe
The New York Times – Travel:
From Botswana to Sweden and from Tennessee to Italy, these accommodations make the dream of sylvan slumber come true.
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In the Caribbean, Mangroves Draw Visitors in Search of Wildlife and Quiet
The New York Times – Travel:
On Curaçao, visitors can explore the trees’ habitat, where colorful birds roost on tangled branches and trunks, and small paths through the greenery beckon.
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How Do You Build a Jungle?
The New York Times – T Magazine:
In the cities of Brazil, a landscape architect creates abundant private gardens that rewild the terrain from which these metropolises grew.
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The Dragon-Shaped Japanese Region Where Tokyo Locals Go to Unwind
The New York Times – Travel:
A guide to Kagoshima, home to traditional pottery villages and the forest that inspired “Princess Mononoke.”
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Can Backcountry Skiing Survive in the Northeast?
The New York Times – Travel:
Even as more people take up alpine touring on New England’s trails, winters are getting shorter, ‘weather whiplash’ events are eroding the snowpack and natural snow is becoming less reliable.