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Stay on the island’s glitzy Platinum Coast for white sands, a peaceful sea and tropical haute cuisine.

The Caribbean of your spring-break days belongs with your single life — firmly in the past. So for your honeymoon, trade in the shooters and […]

Inviting your ex-boyfriend to your wedding is a lovely thought. Just don’t do it. 

A former girlfriend with a suddenly hyphenated name e-mailed me recently. Buried three paragraphs down, she alerted me to the fact that she was now […]

A roundup of some of our favorite picks for your best guy to give his best guys.

Let’s face it, ladies: Your hubby-to-be isn’t picking out his groomsmen’s gifts — you are. And while your bridesmaids are easy to shop for, picking […]

Check out our list of area trunk shows to see if your favorite designer is coming to town.

Jennifer’s Bridal, HockessinJuly 10-11: Pattis Trunk ShowYou’ll receive up to 12 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk […]

Been-there, seen-that events director Dan Hoch gives us some clues on keeping your summer wedding cool.

Question:  We’ve planned an outdoor wedding this summer — and now I’m freaking out that it could be one of those unbearable, high-humidity, 105-degree days. […]

The renowned designer’s first U.S. shop of its kind is landing right here in Philly.

Philadelphians, rejoice! This is seriously cool.    There are currently three Y-3 boutiques in the world — each of them a shop-within-a-shop concept — in […]

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.

Our neighborhood Home editor pops by with her current obsession.

I have this rule about purchases. It’s a rule I break regularly, so I guessit’s less a rule, more a theory. In principle, I buy […]

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Got a case of summer been-there-done-that? Check out these uncommon sports and games in our own backyard.

Make like Abner Doubleday   More than sport, vintage baseball is a reenactment of the game as played in the 1860s, complete with antique uniforms, arcane […]

Who says you have to get out of town — or spend a bundle — to have a good time? We found 155 ways to enjoy yourself in Philly this summer — no matter what your budget.

FREE FUN DRINK FOR FREE EAT OUT WITH THE KIDS WITH YOUR SWEETHEART SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES KEEP COOL FOR THE GIRLS WITH YOUR PETS  

The perfect pooch-friendly dining, getaways, and parks to keep fido on the move.

Let the dogs out Doesn’t your devoted dogster deserve a break from his everyday routine? The Radisson hotel’s Petcation package makes for a pooch-perfect getaway. […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.

Pamper yourself with these swim suits, sandals and spa treatments this summer.

Suit yourself Find the posh swimsuit of your dreams —  BCBG bikinis, Vix V-necks, Juicy Swim bandeaux — at South Moon Under. Cost: $$$. Various […]

Sweating what to do this summer? From gelato to museums, these activities will have you cooled down in no time.

Take in a movieSo tired of watching flicks in your private screening room? Why not have Hi-Fi Houses mount a SunBrite 46-inch all-weather indoor-­outdoor LCD […]

Of all the trends you’ll see around town this summer, this is by far the sunniest.

Of all the trends you’ll see around town this summer, this is by far the sunniest. No matter the style, no matter what else you’ve […]

Can’t go wrong with some free fun!

Bike the Schuylkill River Trail as far as you can. schuylkillriver.org. View the night sky from Simpson Observatory. princetonastronomy.org. Go on the merry-go-round at Fenimore […]

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