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The Staatlichen Kunstsammlungen Dresden (State Art Collections) in Saxony form an astonishing ensemble of art spread over museums in the Zwinger, Schloss, and Albertinum.

Seeing an art work not only as one of many pieces in a personal art collection but in the context of its owner's living space adds a new dimension to its appreciation.

Each of Holland America Line's 15 ships showcase superb fine art and antiques that range from pre-Columbian artifacts to contemporary pop art culture.

Buckingham Palace is not just a private residence. There are regular exhibitions open to the public. The Royal Collection is one of the world's finest art collections.

Anyone can start a quality art collection and avoid buying generic so-called art from corporate retailers without breaking the bank at a high priced art gallery.

Which 18th-century European artist suddenly went blind, created coronation portraits of Queen Charlotte, or painted famous beauty Emma Hamilton in historical poses?

An evil man wanted to make a dream come true, to build a temple for his own art. To do this he had to destroy the dream-world that had turned him down.

The saga of the Barnes Foundation and their new museum to be built on Museum Row in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, moves forward as the Philly City Council approves a lease.

If you'd like to to begin collecting art as an investment and to enhance your home there are a couple of things you should learn.

FRANK is a welcome addition to the newly renovated AGO. The modern décor, seasonal menu and refined service make this restaurant as much a destination as the museum is.

At the western edge of the Piazza Venezia, turn onto Via del Corso and there, tucked away at number 305, is the discrete entrance to one of Rome's greatest treasures.

The Gramercy Park Hotel in New York creates the ideal gathering space for Manhattan's chicest art scenesters - and for aspiring hipsters from around the world.

Hearst Castle in San Simeon is a grand palace on the San Luis Obispo Coast. The estate has been offering tours as part of the California State Park System for 50 years.

Hearst Castle entertained the rich and famous of the golden era of Hollywood. Today the palace is part of the California Park District, open for tours to the public.

Ephemera and mixed media go hand in hand for several reasons. Not only do paper collectibles add flair to pieces of mixed-media easily, they also add interest.

Only 20 miles from Edinburgh and set in 460 acres, the exclusive luxury suites at Lennoxlove House, which dates to the 1300s, open to guests after major £3m restoration

Nashville's Parthenon replica, first erected in 1897 for the state's centennial celebration, is one of Tennessee's most-visited sites.

Travelers to the Midwest have one more reason to come to Chicago - the dramatic addition at the Art Institute, which houses a collection of 20th and 21st century works.

The best art museums in Los Angeles add class to a luxury vacation. From Greek and Roman antiquities to contemporary art, LA California has a museum to please anyone.

Anthony Blunt lead a successful life as museum curator and Royal Family insider. Later it was revealed that Blunt was a double agent working for MI5 and the KGB.

Located 42 miles north of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne UK, the restored Bamburgh Castle has a violent history dating back before the Anglo-Saxon era.

Many people feel that art can be a great monetary investment. But the reality is that it is very difficult to buy and trade art and make a lot of money.

Located just 15 miles north east of York England, Castle Howard is known for its large art collection and beautiful gardens.

The new Crystal Bridges museum of American art will create an art oasis in Arkansas.

Every October the contemporary art world converges on London's Regent's Park for the Frieze Art Fair, a four-day showcase for select established and emerging artists.

Madrid offers art aficionados three excellent museums that display some of the greatest paintings anywhere in the world, all within a ten-minute walk.

Destinations for Artists Series features the Marquis Los Cabos Beach Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico as an artist-worthy destination.

Contemporary art collector Charles Saatchi is set to unveil his new gallery off the King's Road in the heart of London's fashionable Chelsea neighbourhood.

For business or leisure the elegant opulence and faultless service makes the Charlotte Street Hotel a favourite of media guests and cosmopolitan tourists.

Painting wilderness scenes, rough landscapes and, well, the heart of Canada, the unique works of the Group of Seven distinguished Canadian art from European art

Governor-General Campbell opened the National Gallery of Canada in 1880 to display Canadian visual art along with exhibits of art work from across the globe.

Treasures fill this historic family home, just as on the day the Harpur Crewe family left. Eccentricity and crumbling gentility make this an interesting place to visit

The recession is forcing the rich to re-examine their spending habits and buy on sale like everyone else. They will still splurge on fancy home renovations though.

Alex Grey is very well known for his collection of paintings called the Sacred Mirrors. He also created the artwork on two album covers for the band Tool.

The Ruhr area, once the heart of Germany's mining and steel industries, is now a vibrant cultural centre, selected as European Capital of Culture for 2010.

Traveling to Los Angeles is an overwhelmingly exciting experience when factoring in all the sites to see, food to indulge in, and shows to enjoy, and people to meet.

The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery boasts the largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings in the world. It also has stunning works by British and world masters.

In an ongoing interview, Pratt Institute's Amy Arnoff discusses things to do in the Pratt Institute neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York. Also, what makes Pratt unique?

Clarence House, the London home of Prince Charles and Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall, as well as Prince William and Prince Harry, is open for private visits in summer

The cultural capital of Russia, the Northern port-city of Saint Petersburg, is well-known for its historical and aesthetic treasures.

Planning a wine tasting tour in Napa wine country? Visit these three Napa wineries for an afternoon of contrasts. Each has its own distinctive wine selections and style.

The discovery of a huge cache of pilfered artwork has authorities working to find the rightful owners.

The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague is a top art collection with famous paintings by Dutch masters including Vermeer, Steen, Brueghel, and Rembrandt.

Top sights to see in Weimar include UNESCO-listed Bauhaus sites and museums dedicated to German classical writers including Goethe, Schiller, Herder, and Wieland.

The fourteen interconnected botanical gardens of The Huntington provide outside time, culture, and some education about the plant world. Spend time here and relax.

Unicorn legends date back far into our ancient Pagan past where they were described as having many different shapes and colors. Today, however, it is the pure white unicorn that captures our fascination.

Charlottesville isn't the first place travelers would expect to find one of the top Australian Aboriginal Art Museums in the country, but there it is.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City offers a variety of ways for the blind and visually impaired to experience visual art such as paintings and sculpture.

Who is stealing Rembrandt, Vermeer, and the work of other great artists?

Being the Canadian capital, Ottawa is home to many museums within an easy walking distance of downtown and Parliament Hill. Most have great family activities.