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  • 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
    This sprawl of green—132 acres’ worth—is an oasis for urbanites. The park’s centerpiece, the Nashville Parthenon, is a full-scale replica of the Grecian structure and a physical testimony to Nashville’s “Athens of the South” nickname. The park’s bandshell hosts Shakespeare in the Park and occasionally serves as the site of the popular Movies in the Park, but because this is Nashville, a free live music series called Musicians Corner dominates the summer programming. On Saturday afternoons from May through September, music lovers, families, and pets gather to enjoy an impressive lineup of musicians, as well as local food trucks and a beer garden. Recent performers have included Preservation Hall Jazz Band and local favorites Rayland Baxter, Cale Tyson, and Langhorne Slim.
  • With hoops, fancy footwork, and traditional regalia, 100 contestants from 30 tribes across North America are commemorating Native history—and dancing to win—at the World Championship Hoop Dance Contest.
  • The federal mask mandate on public transportation—including airplanes, trains, subways, buses, taxis, and ride-shares—will continue until May 3.
  • Flower spotting in Carlsbad goes beyond ranunculus at the Flower Fields. In spring, petals are incorporated into entrées, spa treatments, and cocktails.
  • Apprehensive travelers are turning to CBD for its calming effects. But crossing borders with it can be tricky. We break down the rules for you—and the best products to try.
  • One of AFAR’s new Unpacked columnists discusses her desire to connect with nature through travel and to protect it.
  • 3111 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena, CA 94574, USA
    Brasswood Bar + Kitchen is part of Brasswood Estate, a sprawling complex at the north end of St. Helena, comprises a winery, tasting room, restaurant, café, art gallery, and bottle shop. The property was formerly known as Cairdean Estate but was rebranded in 2016. Like many eateries in Napa, this one features local bounty—produce and protein grown in Napa and surrounding counties. Executive chef David Nuno specializes in Italian cuisine, so everything has a bit of a Mediterranean flair. In the restaurant, the duck Bolognese, with duck from Sonoma, is rich and savory; the herb-crusted lamb chop is made with local lamb, as well. The artisan bakery serves food in a less-formal setting; here, pay for your white corn soup or mushroom salad at the counter, and enjoy it by the fountain on the plaza outside.
  • It’s never been more critical to slow down, open ourselves up to new cultures, and marvel at the world.
  • 6498 WASHINGTON STREET YOUNTVILLE, CA 94599, USA
    While most pizza in the Napa Valley is made with thin crusts and cooked in wood-fired ovens, Velo Pizzeria takes a different approach, featuring a yeast crust that’s doughy and chewy and using pizza ovens. The result is more like the stuff you might find in New York City. Options abound but the Nineteen Steps is by far the most creative, topped with rosemary fries, fennel sausage, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and citrus zest. (There’s also a white pizza topped with wine grapes and gorgonzola.) The menu at Velo also offers pasta, subs, and salads. Inside, the pizzeria has a warehouse vibe, with exposed brick walls and steel railings that lead to a second-floor loft. The restaurant looks out onto the Napa River, providing great opportunities for people-watching on sunny days.
  • The FAA is seeking fines of $81,950 and $77,272 against two separate passengers, each involved in violent and unruly behavior last year.
  • From a Navajo-guided tour of Monument Valley to a Cajun and Creole cooking lesson, Intrepid Travel’s new offerings help you get to know local culture and support independent businesses for rewarding journeys that make a difference.
  • New Local Owners Make This Charleston Hotel the City’s Living Room
  • Airfares are on the rise, but between several new low-cost carriers that have recently come on the scene and some insider tips and tricks, there are still deals to be found.
  • The Federico Fellini International Museum in Rimini promises a behind-the-scenes look at the award-winning director’s life and his most iconic works.
  • South Africa’s Big Five parks and reserves draw the lion’s share of attention from nature-loving foreigners, but several conservation areas offer travelers new perspectives of the country’s culture, history, and biodiverse landscapes.