The New York Times – Music:
Philippe Sly felt he needed an immersion course to portray St. Francis in the new Salzburg Festival production of “St. François d’Assise.”
Category: Monasteries and Monks
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Lobga Rangzen, the Tibetan Activist Who Set Himself on Fire in Manhattan
The New York Times – On the Runway:
No one doubted the intensity of Lobga Rangzen’s commitment to a Tibet free of Chinese control. But they were not prepared for what he did next.
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In Thailand, Buddhism Is Twinned With Political Power
The New York Times – Travel:
In Thailand, where it’s the state-sanctioned religion, practices have proved to be surprisingly mutable.
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In Cartagena, a Place for Monks and Movie Lovers Is Now a Hotel
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
In Cartagena, Colombia, historic buildings, including a monastery and a nightclub, were transformed into a Four Seasons.
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How to Create Your Own Affordable Wellness Vacation
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
You don’t need to spend a fortune to participate in one of travel’s hottest trends. Here are some suggestions, including seaweed soaks, robotic massages, sound baths and sauna circuits.
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How to Create Your Own Affordable Wellness Vacation
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
You don’t need to spend a fortune to participate in one of travel’s hottest trends. Here are some suggestions, including seaweed soaks, robotic massages, sound baths and sauna circuits.
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For Some Nuns, Baking Is an Act of Devotion
The New York Times – Travel:
In convents across Spain, the tradition of selling sweets is alive and well.
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How to Navigate Dubrovnik Without the Crowds
The New York Times – Travel:
Visitors can get through the stone gates of this medieval city and meander through its cobbled streets without logjams, even in the high season. They can also get far from fellow travelers with easy jaunts to nearby islands.
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88 Temples, 750 Miles, Untold Gifts: Japan’s Shikoku Pilgrimage
The New York Times – Travel:
A famed route on the smallest of Japan’s four main islands offers breathtaking views and an array of lessons on history, culture and generosity.