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Looking to book a European vacation but tired of the same old destinations? Adjara, a region in western Georgia, offers adventure, cultural immersion and great food—all without giving up cushy accommodation. on.wsj.com/47yAPfI

A European Vacation Without the Crowds? Head to This Under-the-Radar Destination

The Republic of Georgia is exploding in popularity, with travelers flocking to the capital. But in this corner of the country, you can still enjoy an off-the-beaten-path vacation—equal parts advent...

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Interior designer Juan Montoya says that auctioning off about 80% of his possessions—art, furnishings, cars—made him feel regenerated and younger. He shares his other downsizing lessons, and regrets. on.wsj.com/4pNGI12
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A decidedly un-macho writer sampled the most 'manly' fragrances on the market: "I started with ‘big smelly animal’ scents. I attended a fashion show reeking of a horse." on.wsj.com/4pzaSF0

What’s a ‘Manly’ Fragrance? We Try Scents Smelling of Gas, Smoke and Rhinos.

Hairy-chested fragrances that suggest cigarettes, horses or dinosaurs occupy an odd niche in men’s fragrance. “I started with ‘big smelly animal’ scents,” our intrepid reporter says.

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Something special is happening in the field of car audio, as Dan Neil discovered when he test drove the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring. on.wsj.com/45HnWPC

An SUV That Rides Like a Dream—for Audiophiles

Lucid Motor’s all-electric Gravity Grand Touring has a 22-speaker audio system and a cabin that’s as quiet as a concert hall.

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Love your Nantucket Reds? Here, two cool ways to wear them in 2025—taking inspiration from the buzziest Paris men's runway show. on.wsj.com/4lEUhfG

Two Actually Cool Ways to Wear Your Nantucket Reds in 2025

In Dior’s much-hyped Paris men’s show, salmon pants akin to Nantucket Reds, those preppy East Coast staples, caught our eye. Here, how to style classic rosy pants so they read runway-cool, not stuffy.

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Learn from the house-paint blunders of design pros and homeowners, from exterior paint colors that turned Smurf blue to homes that require dusting—on the outside. on.wsj.com/4lK4wj7

The 7 House Painting Mistakes Pros See Most Often, and How You Can Avoid Them

Steer clear of the most common errors—from color blunders to application goofs that shorten the life of your paint job. Plus, truly terrible messes that architects and paint experts are still talking...

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While the market for EVs becomes a Filene’s Basement of cut-rate mobility, the all-electric Volvo EX30 Ultra arrives as a spirited contender in the compact SUV segment. on.wsj.com/465Ua8Z

The Little Volvo With Enough Mojo for a Turbulent EV Market

As the One Big Beautiful Bill Act shakes up the market for all-electric vehicles, the winsome Volvo EX30 arrives packing a lot of power and performance into its compact frame.

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Are you a Boomer seeking pants that make you look your best? A millennial who wants to look 'successful' without spending much money? We offer style advice for men of every generation. on.wsj.com/3ImwhQM

Style Advice for Men of Every Generation—From Gen Z to Boomers

When we quizzed more than 20 men about their wardrobe woes, common concerns emerged for each age group. How to look ‘successful’? How to avoid try-hard looks? Here, our advice—plus, some choice...

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"This is the brownie that doesn’t make you choose between cakey and fudgy." Meet your new go-to recipe. on.wsj.com/4lJSLcF

Your Brownies Could Be So Much Better. Try This Chef’s Recipe.

Bread flour is the key to a vastly superior batch, says L.A. chef Nicole Rucker. Here, she shares a few other tips, too, that reliably produce the unicorn of brownies, both cakey and fudgy.

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‘Blending was difficult and the application was uneven. I had to use the ancient hack of warming the pencil with a lighter.” Four WSJ staffers tested ‘all-day’ eyeliners. on.wsj.com/4479Qq2

Does Luxury ‘All-Day’ Eyeliner Beat a Drugstore Version? Our Eight-Hour Test.

Four WSJ staffers tried two “long-lasting” eyeliners: one $38, the other $5. How did they hold up after a long day in the office?

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You’ve probably read a lot about seed oils lately. Not everyone agrees on the potential health risks. But we took the various oil alternatives into the kitchen to get firm answers on how they perform. on.wsj.com/4n9tZo2

Avoiding Seed Oils? Here, the Best Alternatives to Buy

From canola to sunflower, cooking oils we’ve long relied on are now considered unhealthy by some. But how do the alternatives perform in the kitchen? We put them to the test.

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You’ve probably read a lot about seed oils lately. Not everyone agrees on the potential health risks. But we took the various oil alternatives into the kitchen to get firm answers on how they perform. on.wsj.com/3ZF851T

Avoiding Seed Oils? Here, the Best Alternatives to Buy

From canola to sunflower, cooking oils we’ve long relied on are now considered unhealthy by some. But how do the alternatives perform in the kitchen? We put them to the test.

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“Sure, they can be enjoyed poolside, but these high-quality rosés deserve a place at the table, too.” Why the most interesting rosés today are made in the USA. on.wsj.com/3HdbLBF

The Discerning Drinker’s Guide to American Rosés

As wine lovers look for alternatives to French rosé, American wineries are producing pinks of real distinction. Here, the best bottles to buy this summer.

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This summer, skip the crowds in Florence and Rome and discover Italy’s other great art city: Naples. on.wsj.com/43D5fLX

A Savvy Travelers Guide to Italy’s Other Great Art City

Think Naples is just a place to grab a ferry to Capri or gorge on pizza? Think again. This vibrant Mediterranean port has been a cultural mecca for millennia.

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Whether they're bookcases constructed to tidily flank a fireplace or custom fitted breakfronts, built-in cabinets evoke a sigh of envy. But cost the moon. Here's how to fake the look. on.wsj.com/4joznAn

Longing for Built-in Cabinets? The Cheaper Way to Get the Look With Furniture

Why you should consider large, freestanding storage pieces as a convincing doppelgänger for pricey built-in cabinetry

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A guide to truly innovative summer beauty options—and those not worth the spend. on.wsj.com/3ZFB8SI

The Summer Beauty Trends Worth Your Money—and the Ones to Skip

Sunscreens that fight wrinkles and burns? Add to cart. Salmon sperm facials? Maybe not.

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Snug, single hotel rooms represent a growing category in the hospitality industry, serving everyone from the odd-man-out on group trips to solo jet-setters looking to save. on.wsj.com/43RctNz

The Latest Trend in High-End Hotels? ‘Shoebox’ Rooms

To entice solo and budget-minded travelers, luxury lodgings are betting big on rooms that skimp on size but not on style.

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Snug, single hotel rooms represent a growing category in the hospitality industry, serving everyone from the odd-man-out on group trips to solo jet-setters looking to save. on.wsj.com/4mzUZwJ

The Latest Trend in High-End Hotels? ‘Shoebox’ Rooms

To entice solo and budget-minded travelers, luxury lodgings are betting big on rooms that skimp on size but not on style.

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From conscripting a vintage mirror for outdoors to raiding her own garden for planters, five uplifting ways our interior design columnist found to usher in summer without spending a cent. on.wsj.com/3HckFzl

5 Summer Decorating Refreshes That Didn’t Cost Me a Penny

Reluctant just now to spend money on seasonal updates, our décor columnist found ways to usher in the warm weather with stuff she already owns.

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A car once known for signaling virtue now suggests sympathy for the devil. Dan Neil explains why, despite the Elon backlash, he decided to buy a Tesla. on.wsj.com/4isFvrT

Here’s Why I Bought a Tesla (In Spite of Elon)

When it came time for our car critic to purchase a vehicle for himself, the choice seemed clear. Now, as an Elon backlash rages, Dan Neil wants to explain.

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