A new Ritz-Carlton and a slew of shops and restaurants are bringing a dose of fresh glamour to this renowned playground.

While the megalopolis of Tokyo catapults itself into the future, Kyoto has grown cautiously. Two years ago, the government banned rooftop and flashing ads and put a cap on building height to preserve the centuries-old landscape.

Stockholm has a reputation for being one of Europe’s most expensive cities. T+L hits the streets of the fashionable capital and proves otherwise.

A showcase for modern architecture and design, Holland’s vibrant and edgy second city is one of Europe’s rising stars.

Though it has the alphabetical advantage, Aarhus has always been known as Denmark’s second city. Now, with dining and nightlife on par with Copenhagen’s, the city is making an impressive bid for the limelight.