The town of St. Pierre, in northern Martinique, is world-famous for the appalling tragedy that took place here on May 8, 1902, when an eruption of Mount Pelée destroyed the urban area and killed nearly 30,000 people. This marked the end of the history of the “Little Paris of the Antilles”, a prosperous and vibrant […]

Polanco has long been one of Mexico City’s most stylish neighborhoods — a cosmopolitan enclave where leafy avenues meet luxury boutiques, world-class museums, and some of the capital’s best dining. It’s where art galleries share corners with buzzing rooftop bars, and where visitors can explore the city’s cultural heart while staying steps from its most […]