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• Research and publications
• Making a New City Image . . . or, An Eye for AI
• Kongjian Yu (DDes ’ Featured in the New York Times for his “Sponge City” Approach to Urban Floodwater Management
• Master of Architecture I
• Minneapolis College of Art and Design
• Doctor of Design Program (DDes)
• The America Issue
• Innovation and Design in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Applicants are expected to clearly articulate their research topics in the application by submitting a concise and well-structured research proposal. Thesis topics investigate more specific issues within individual or combined research areas, and do not necessarily correspond to individual academic disciplines. Instead, they are often interdisciplinary in nature, involving faculty and resources from other graduate schools at Harvard and contribute to expanding the intellectual range of design research. The GSD offers a dynamic setting for the exchange of ideas across the fields of architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, real estate, design studies, and design engineering—united in the pursuit of a more just, coherent, and beautiful world. Our world faces increasingly complex, often unpredictable dilemmas of consequence to human lives and living environments, including rapid urbanization, climate change, and resource scarcity. The MDE program prepares innovators who operate both creatively and analytically, think strategically, and collaborate broadly.

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The Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD) is the graduate school of design at Harvard University, a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It offers master's and doctoral programs in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, real estate,[1] design engineering, and design studies. Research topics are proposed during admission and are decided upon entry into the program. Student research should align with current faculty research interests, allowing for affiliations with faculty and, possibly, the research labs.

Making a New City Image . . . or, An Eye for AI

The Master in Design Engineering is a collaborative degree program between the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Please explore further information about the program’s four domains, MDes degree requirements, and related courses and faculty. And please join us for our Open House events to learn more about each of the domains and possible trajectories through them. “It’s supposed to be multimodal, and it seems very car centric,” she said in an interview. She added that the source of the federal funding, the federal Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant Program, was intended for projects “to undo the wrongs” of highway construction, which broke up many urban neighborhoods in the mid-1900s.

Kongjian Yu (DDes ’ Featured in the New York Times for his “Sponge City” Approach to Urban Floodwater Management

As of 2016, the program's ten-year average ranking places it first, overall, on DesignIntelligence's ranking of programs accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board. Distinct from research in the sciences or humanities, design pedagogy involves highly interactive ways of thinking and learning that directly engage the technical, material, spatial, ecological, political, economic, and planetary dimensions of cultural life. Ultimately, MDes at the GSD challenges conventional ways of learning, and achieves a scope and diversity that are unmatched by any other design school in the world. The Harvard Graduate School of Design does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry or any other protected classification. The Graduate School of Design educates leaders in design, research, and scholarship to make a resilient, just, and beautiful world.

We also encourage you to explore the GSD through student work and the pages below to learn more about our degree programs, application requirements, student life, and financial aid. The Master in Design Studies (MDes) post professional program at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design is aimed at those who want to pair their design knowledge with tools to enable careers in public service, academia, NGOs, innovative ventures, as well as developing specific expertise for design practice. The Ecologies Domain investigates relationships among changing environments, varied forms and traditions of human settlement, and the material, infrastructural, and ecological networks required to sustain life.

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Explore 25 years of design thinking and scholarship, buy our current issue, or order from our extensive back issue catalog below. HUPAD advances Harvard’s mission of teaching and research in the service of humanity by sustaining and enhancing its built environment. HUPAD supports stewardship of one of the world’s most iconic academic settings and strives for excellence in campus planning and design. She was a Professor of Landscape Theory and Technology Theory in the Torcuato Di Tella University graduate programs and has taught theory courses at other universities such as Universidad del Litoral and The Boston Architectural College. The MDE program combines GSD methods of analysis, visualization, conceptual inquiry, and open-ended exploration with the rigor and quantitative power of the engineering disciplines at SEAS to address problems far beyond traditional design and engineering fields.

At a public meeting Wednesday night in Cambridge, state officials presented proposals for the parkland and shoreline that will open up following the realignment, including filling in the riverbank to varying degrees or constructing a boardwalk or sea wall, and different ways of managing stormwater runoff. This issue examines multihyphenation as a mode of creative practice, a political response, and an economic imperative in our 21st century neoliberal world. Our world’s increasingly complex problems demand a deep understanding of underlying problem architecture, the capacity to imagine bold futures, and the ability to build and test prototypes geared toward maximum impact. The Master in Design Engineering (MDE) program prepares a new generation of leaders to create transformative solutions that address societal grand challenges.

Mark Lee is the Chair of the Department of Architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design and a principal and founding partner of the Los Angeles-based architecture firm Johnston Marklee. Since its establishment in 1998, Johnston Marklee has been recognized internationally with over 50 major honors and awards. A book on the work of the firm entitled House Is a House Is a House Is a House Is a House was published by Birkhauser in 2016, and monographs include 2G N.

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The DDes program is highly regarded internationally, and DDes alumni have become thought leaders in their respective fields. Their work promotes and advances improvements of the built and the natural environment worldwide. They hold prestigious positions in private practice, industry, government and academia. The design disciplines are critical to engaging the most urgent and complex conditions of our time, and the Master in Design Studies program at the GSD prepares students to rise to the challenge, with training that is at once foundational, multitudinous, and incisive. While priority will be given to students with a design background, MDes is broadly welcoming of students from a wide range of educational backgrounds and life experiences, and deliberate in mobilizing the full intellectual capacity of the GSD in support of MDes students’ ambitions. With more than 50 issues in print, Harvard Design Magazine probes beyond the reaches of the established design disciplines to enrich and challenge current discourse.

This work designs the optical system of SHOT to obtain a large FOV of up to 1.5 deg and match the detector with the size of 60 mm × 60 mm and pixel pitch of 0.8 mm. By adding a corrector lens to the optical system and optimization, the aberrations mainly caused by the optical elements in the detector system are reduced. The influence of each component assigned to different terahertz materials is analyzed. Like many other participants, Jennifer Pieszak, a member of Community Rowing, saw room for improvement in the project. Cole D. Rainey-Slavick, a Somerville resident, said the state’s lack of interest in cutting lanes clashed with their climate goals and professed commitments to reducing car-dependency across Massachusetts. As it stands now, the realignment would bring 12 lanes of traffic across the turnpike and Soldiers Field Road down to ground level.

In 1937, Walter Gropius joined the GSD faculty as chair of the Department of Architecture and brought modern designers, including Marcel Breuer to help revamp the curriculum. These and other problems demand a deep and systems-level understanding of the underlying problem architecture, which in turn enables innovative, multi-faceted solutions that transcend disciplines and scales. The Doctor of Design (D.Des.) program at the Harvard Graduate School of Design is a leading doctoral degree program for professionals who wish to conduct rigorous, intensive design research. The program is geared towards applied research that advances design related knowledge in a broad range of scales from product design to buildings and landscapes to urban design and regional planning. Accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board and open to students with an undergraduate degree, the two-year professional Master in Urban Planning (M.U.P.) degree program engages with critical issues facing cities and regions in coming decades.

Drawing on the strengths of the department, school, and university, GSD planning students learn how to understand, analyze, and influence the variety of forces—social, economic, cultural, legal, political, ecological, and aesthetic, among others—shaping the built environment. The issue features curator Antwaun Sargent in conversation with artists Rick Lowe and Amanda Williams, as well as interviews by the guest editors with fashion designer Casey Cadwallader of Mugler, artist Farah Al Qasimi, and Felix Burrichter, founder and creative director of PIN–UP magazine. An essay by artist Irena Haiduk on the Third Way and Yugoslav fashion designer Aleksandar Joksimović is accompanied by never before published drawings by the designer. Architect Andrew Witt and artist collective Metahaven consider the future of artificial intelligence in design in a pair of essays. The issue concludes with a series of dispatches from curators and editors from around the world, including Edward Enninful, Hans Ulrich Obrist, Sumayya Vally, Carson Chan, Tosin Oshinowo, Jan Boelen, Nora Razian, Aric Chen, Shirley Surya, Fredi Fischli, and Niels Olsen.

The course of study is rigorous and comprehensive, preparing graduates for the full range of professional activities in the field of architecture. The GSD campus is located northeast of Harvard Yard and across the street from Memorial Hall. Gund Hall is the main building of the GSD, and it houses most of the student space and faculty offices.

The America Issue of Harvard Design Magazine, featuring a new design and art direction by Alexis Mark, invites historians, architects, landscape architects, urban designers, theorists, curators, artists, and planners to reflect on the country’s past and present, and to imagine sustainable futures. Projects, taxonomies, dialogues, essays, and spatial interpretations explore possible Americas. They allow us to delve into issues relevant to small cities, towns, and rural areas—as well as major urban centers—and to study barriers and opportunities facing communities across the country. As a post-professional studio-based program, the Master of Architecture in Urban Design (M.A.U.D.) combines intense design instruction, extensive applied research, and knowledge of urban history and theory.

Together with partner Sharon Johnston, Mark served as Co-Artistic Director for the 2017 Chicago Architecture Biennial. Paul Andersen is founder of Independent Architecture, a Denver-based office with projects around the United States. He was appointed a Fulbright Specialist in Architecture, teaches at the University of Illinois at Chicago, and has previously been on the architecture faculties of the Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, the Harvard Graduate School of Design, and Cornell University.

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• Fabrication Lab
• Boston Mayor Speaks at the GSD about Urban Forests, Community Resilience, and Environmental Justice
• Inventing Greenland by Bert De Jonghe Examines the Urban Transformation of an Arctic Nation
• Future of the American City: The Architecture of Disability
• Design Engineering

The Graduate School of Design is home to several degree programs, including the world’s oldest landscape architecture program and North America’s longest-standing urban planning program. Keep in mind that you can combine almost any two master’s programs to earn concurrent degrees. The three major design professions (architecture, urban planning, and landscape architecture) were officially united in 1936 to form the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Joseph F. Hudnut (1886–1968) was an American architect scholar and professor who was the first dean.

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The program leading to the Master in Architecture II (M.Arch. II) is a post-professional degree intended for individuals who have completed a five-year undergraduate professional program in architecture or its equivalent. The course of study extends the base of knowledge of the professional field through graduate study with particular emphasis on design. Students advance and expand their theoretical and analytical skills and strengthen disciplinary knowledge. DDes research is often multidisciplinary and encompasses a broad range and combination of theoretical, applied and technological topics that represent the cutting edge of applied design investigation.

Boston Mayor Speaks at the GSD about Urban Forests, Community Resilience, and Environmental Justice

Still, many advocates pressed the state to reduce the number of lanes on the road to make room for alternative modes of transit — though the state has largely resisted the idea so far. “There’s nothing like a deadline to concentrate the effort,” said Tom Nally, planning director at A Better City, a local business association. Upcycling — the creation of new products by reusing one or more components from ones — is having a moment. Before coming to the GSD, Ed Bayes (MDE ’22) studied law and anthropology and worked in law and public policy in the UK, where he advised the Treasury and the mayor of London on tech, business, and climate policy. Graduates between 2018 and 2021 who joined or launched startups within three years of graduation. UpStyle, a studio project by Wenbo Zhang and Yiqi Yan (both MDE ’24), won an iF Design Award.

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Florencia Rodriguez is an architect, and has dedicated her career to writing and editing. In 2014 she received the Loeb Fellowship from the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Under her stewardship, PLOT quickly became one of the leading publications in the region. In early 2017 Florencia embarked on a new project with Pablo Gerson, the editorial platform Lots of architecture -publishers, which main product is the periodical publication –NESS.

Taking advantage of the remarkable international makeup of the faculty and student body, the M.A.U.D. program establishes a common intellectual ground among architects who have a strong interest in engaging the practice and theory of contemporary urbanism. “A terrible mechanism [is] on the march, its gears multiplying.” So begins the 48th issue of Harvard Design Magazine, guest edited by Mark Lee, chair of the department of architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, and Florencia Rodriguez, editorial director of –Ness Magazine. The issue takes as its theme the slippery and ambiguous figure of “America,” seen through the lens of the built and unbuilt environment.

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Americanization—once the “terrible mechanism” bent on pressing capitalist values on emerging economies everywhere—is now in retreat, eclipsed by the more urgent domestic concerns of pandemic and climate change, racial injustice and domestic radicalization. Applicants select one of four domains of study—Ecologies, Narratives, Publics, and Mediums—and undertake a core set of courses, including research methods and related topical courses. Following that domain foundation, each student then forges an individualized trajectory, leveraging course offerings across the GSD, as well as other schools and departments at Harvard. During their fourth semester, MDes students from all four domains come together to focus on collaborative advanced research in the form of open projects, in which their expertise finds application on a current issue.

Explore graphic design graduate programs and graduate schools offering graphic design degrees. Compare graduate graphic design programs with government statistics and graduate student reviews. The program leading to the Master in Architecture I (M.Arch. I) is an accredited professional degree intended for individuals who have completed the bachelor’s degree with a major other than one of the design professions or with a pre-professional undergraduate major in one of the design professions.

She has received awards for her editorial work and published a number of articles in books and specialized media like Domus, Oris, summa +, Arquine, a+u, or Uncube, among others. She has been invited to guest edit the next issue of the Harvard Design Magazine, together with Mark Lee. A short interview with Nupur Gurjar about bringing in skills that are creative, critical, analytical, technical, and non-technical to the MDE program. The Space High-cadence Observing Telescope (SHOT) is proposed to conduct a wide-field survey in one of the frequency bands between 1 and 3 THz with an aperture of 0.8 m. It will provide complete terahertz and far-infrared photometry with low-resolution spectroscopy throughout the sky, promoting the study of fast radio bursts, the formation and evolution of stars, and other scientific goals. The telescope will adopt a superconducting kinetic inductance detector to achieve a wide survey of terahertz imaging.

Then in 1981, the then City and Regional Planning Program under John Kain ceased at the Graduate School of Design and was dispersed to the Kennedy School of Government and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. In 1984, the Department of Urban Planning and Design was formed under Dean Gerald M. McCue with the inclusion of the Urban Design Program. Then in 1994, the Urban Planning program was officially returned to the Graduate School of Design under the aegis of Albert Carnesale, the Dean of the Kennedy School of Government, and Peter G. Rowe, the Dean of the Faculty of Design; with the first class entering in academic year 1994–1995. In 2021, the Department of Urban Planning and Design assumed responsibility for a third graduate degree, the Master in Real Estate[10] (MRE). Students enrolled in the GSD’s professional programs in Landscape Architecture are also encouraged to apply for a concurrent Urban Design degree, for which an individual curriculum may be arranged.

Common to the diverse range of DDes research investigations is the belief that design research makes essential contributions to understanding, analyzing and ultimately improving the built environment in our increasingly complex world. In 1900, the first urban planning courses were taught at Harvard University, and by 1909, urban planning courses taught by James Sturgis Pray were added to Harvard's design curriculum as part of the then School of Landscape Architecture. In 1923, a specialization in urban planning was established under the degree program of Master in Landscape Architecture. In 1929, North America's first urban planning degree (at the graduate level) was established at Harvard under short-term funding from the Rockefeller Foundation.

He has been a guest curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and the Biennial of the Americas. The MDE program supports a broad set of career goals, ranging from roles in industry, government, and NGO’s, to the academy and startups. Our faculty and students navigate multiple disciplines and fields when setting out to investigate problems, ask better questions, and build novel, real-world solutions.

Other nearby buildings include space for the school's Design Research Labs, faculty offices, the Loeb Fellowship program office, and research space for students, including those in the MDes and DDes programs. The Doctor of Design (DDes) program at the Harvard Graduate School of Design is a leading doctoral degree program for highly creative and motivated professionals who wish to conduct rigorous, intensive design research. The Master in Design Engineering (MDE) program prepares the next generation of leaders to create transformative solutions that positively improve society. The integrated fields of design and engineering are uniquely positioned to address the world’s toughest challenges. Design necessarily engages the most urgent and complex conditions of our time, and the Master in Design Studies (MDes) post professional program empowers students to address those conditions head on. We’ve made hundreds of sample articles, interviews, and other content from current and previous issues of the magazine available for you to peruse at your leisure.

Mark has taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, Princeton University, the University of California, Los Angeles, the Technical University of Berlin, and ETH Zurich. He has held the Cullinan Chair at Rice University and the Frank Gehry International Chair at the University of Toronto. The firm’s work spans thirteen countries and resides in the permanent collections of several museums. Recent projects include the Menil Drawing Institute, in Houston, Texas; a renovation of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago; and the new UCLA Margo Leavin Graduate Art Studios in Culver City, California.

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DDes research is intimately linked to ongoing investigations of the GSD’s research labs and programs that integrate many DDes students both intellectually and operationally as investigators in ongoing research projects. We invite you to explore our recorded information sessions led by admissions staff. Each session includes a program overview, application tips, and an introduction to student life at the GSD. If you’d like to explore the GSD campus, we offer weekly tours led by a current student during the fall semester.

A highlight of the issue is a visual folio featuring more than 40 multihyphenated works that exemplify complex strategies for navigating creative practice today. The folio is a conceptual anchor of the print publication, designed by Copenhagen-based cross-disciplinary office Alexis Mark. “Multihyphenate” employs AM Explorer, an issue-specific typeface developed by Alexis Mark as an homage to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer browser, which was retired in 2022.

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• Littlest Pet Shop – 18 Pets Collector Set, Pet Surprise Display

To help you find the best Pet Shops located near you in Los Angeles, we put together our own list based on this rating points list. Littlest Pet Shop encourages community and imaginative play. Experience the joy of unboxing your new pets, creating and sharing your very own Littlest Pet Shop crew.

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The store offers its products at the most reasonable prices encouraging a more holistic lifestyle for every pet. Customers are always welcomed and assisted by their friendly and experienced team to ensure a fun and stress-free experience. Centinela Feed & Pet Supplies started as a small pet supply store. The store has a unique history of being handed over to various people. It is just in 1994 when this considered biggest retail store has opened in Centinela Avenue.

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The store offers distinct goods and items for your special dogs. They also stock healthiest and efficient food or supplements to maintain your dog’s activeness and exceptional mood to its everyday lives. Since the store specializes in more equipment for services of dogs, you can find more training materials, vests, and even starter pistols. In this era, the eye symbols were no longer used, and more bright colors were used for the color schemes of the figurines. The franchise was relaunched in 2005 and there are currently over 3,000 different pet toys that have been created since.

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These pets have molds that more closely resemble the style of the TV series and were given names. Hasbro released the Pets Pawsabilities collection during this time, and in 2016, the Pets in the City collection, which more closely resembles the pets released in G2. Due to popular demand and fan outcry over the G3 line, Hasbro brought the bobble-head pets back, which included pets from the 2012 TV show and used the same molds as the pets from the G1 and G2 lines. But it was also short-lived, as the bobble-head style was retired in mid-2014. BlueCollar Working Dog is considered as one of the first brick and mortar retailer focusing on items for dogs which are working, sporting and active ones.

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The line was revamped to coincide with the release of the 2012 TV series. The style and design of the toy pets was changed significantly, which garnered significant backlash from fans and collectors of the toys. Later on, they added the Sweetest Pets series (pets themed after sweets), Rolleroos (pet friends that are shaped like small balls), pets that came with Blythe, and the Fairies series. Later on, Hasbro reissued the Totally Talented set from G1, and Blythe was also given a makeover.

Petco is a pet supplies store based in the Los Angeles area. From food, treats, care, and health, at home supplies, play and wear, medicines and other local grooming services, they are just considered as your one-stop-shop for all your pet needs. The store only stocks goods and products are premium and superior in quality, therefore having them received tremendous exceptional feedback.

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Kev's Best is a reputable online platform that specializes in providing comprehensive and reliable reviews, recommendations, and guides on a wide range of products and services. The Petco ensures that shopping with them for your pet is a good investment, by allowing them to take in and make use of high-quality and healthier goods, promoting an entire balanced diet that your pet surely needs. For more than five decades, they were able to expand and will be at every town supplying essential services for every pet.

The eyes changed to a glossy polish rather than with a matte polish as it was in G1. They also came in a more wide variety of colors, rather than just realistic colors. From 2008 onwards, the pets didn't have a magnet, but a circle with a shape of a hexagon inside the hole (except for birds with a rectangular slot for them to perch on playsets).

The store is offering high-quality products for your dogs and cats. The store also offers assistance in pet vaccinations and even training. And as for the love of pets, they also aid to find a new home for every pet.

Kenner also produced sets in 1995 and 1996 ranging from "Shimmering Mer Pets" to plush "Dazzling Hair Pets", diverging further from their original pet shop sets. Becky has worked as a journalist for nearly a decade having contributed to several large publications including the Yahoo News and True Dakotan. As a journalist for Kev’s Best, Becky covers national and international developments. Below is a list of the top and leading Pet Shops in Los Angeles.

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He remembers his friends and family encouraging him to chase his dreams elsewhere. A 100 piece minimum is needed for an account rep to handle your order. DTLA Print believes in quality over quantity and we want our customers to feel the same way. Yes, we do have a minimum order requirement of 12 hats. The industry's premier headwear customizer has been updated with enhanced user controls to zoom, rotate and inspect every detail.

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Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the product – we pride ourselves on guiding you through every step of the customization process. Logos form the identity of a brand and with our services, you get an exact custom print of your brand’s logo with absolutely no deviations from the original. Each custom hat order comes with a full PDF creative proof that will give you a digital representation of what to expect on the final product. If you prefer to receive a physical sample, simply ask your rep and they will help guide you through the process.

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Pick the type of embroidery that works best for your artwork and cap! Or to incorporate both of these looks into your hat design, mixed embroidery is an excellent way to achieve both a flat and 3D appearance. Embroidery decoration can be an awesome way to add depth and eye-catching branding to your custom hats. Bill or Brim – The visor that extends out from the crown of the cap to shade you from the sun or elements. The bill is normally curved or can be flat as in “pro-style” caps.

Adding a faux leather strap is a way to add a unique luxury touch to your cap. Cerys Davies is a spring reporting intern in the De Los section of the Los Angeles Times. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she focuses her writing on the Latinx experience within the context of the city. Often looking to art and music as tools and sources of inspiration, she finds her passion for the arts, writing and her community all come together within the context of journalism. But I remember always saying to them I don’t wanna go to fashion. As he continues to make a name for himself, the young designer says everything comes back to the brand’s namesake and where it was started.

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With DTLA Print the more you order the larger the price break continues to drop, you get the best screen-printed and embroidered headwear, beanies, and hats, at wholesale prices. With our vast network and sheer production numbers, we keep minimal margins providing ultra-low prices to the consumer. DescriptionThis method of decoration involves attaching a patch to a cap by embroidering or heat pressing it onto the hat. Patches afford you with a range of customization options, from the type of patch, size and shape, to its font & colors. This makes preparing for corporate events, festivals, gift planning or trade shows a lot easier. Based in the heart of Los Angeles, DTLA Print specializes in customizing headwear through exquisite embroidery, detailed patches, and vibrant water-based transfers.

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3D puff requires a fairly simple design and created an extremely raised embroidered design. Screen-printing is another way of decorating caps but not as popular as embroidery. Then, we polish off your silicone design with a standard matte finish, or we can also do a glossy, two-tone, or even a beveled finish to capture your vision. This type of decorating is ideal when decorating 5 panel hats, or with graphics that have large, dense areas. Design the perfect hats for your business, sports team, special event, or just a single custom hat for yourself.

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Most popular are Velcro, sliding buckle, deluxe locking brass buckle or plastic snap (used on truck caps most often). Fitted style and Flexfit style caps have no closure style on the back nor do they have the hole in the back. Available in printed, embroidered, PVC, leather, woven, chenille & bullion. Elastic in the band of the cap allows for one size fits most. Before he could hand Alvarez the jacket, Baez had to come up with the design first. Not only would it be the first piece to represent the new brand, but if it was good enough, it could give his brand the spotlight it needed.

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He told me, ‘You have the business running already. The safe route to go is to just do what we’re doing,’” said Baez. Share information about your brand with your customers. Yes, we do offer quantity discounts for orders of more than 100 hats. Please get in touch with our team to find out more. Choose DTLA Print for a seamless blend of craftsmanship, creativity, and customer care.

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To support the tall crown, the front panels of these hats are typically more structured. Sweatband – Fabric used on the inside edge of the cap to help absorb sweat and keep your cap looking clean and dry. Sweatband styles range from standard cotton to high performance synthetic material with advanced moisture wicking properties. Vintage-style trucker hats for brands evoking a sense of nostalgia. Retro cap that's especially useful when accommodating large patch or embroidery designs.

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With 3D Embroidered hats, you can also incorporate an added specialty embroidery technique that adds a raised puffed element to all or only certain sections of your logo. Certain designs look far better in the 3D Puff embroidered technique and are more durable to last countless seasons or multiple corporate events. You can choose from embroidered bucket hats, embroidered trucker hats, and many other styles. DescriptionUsing our all-over method of sublimation printing, we can apply your digital designs onto the top and underbill visor of your hat. We can also create your designs using screen-printing, or cotton digital print. This is a unique way to personalize this visor feature with vivid colors and patterns, and elevate your custom hat.

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Bill is plastic and sandwiched between two pieces of fabric. A contrasting sandwich is created by adding a third piece of fabric along the front of the bill between the top and bottom fabric. Sandwich fabric is normally in a contrasting color and can be screen-printed with text for customization. Stitching on the bill can range from 4 rows to 8 rows.

Bring your own logo or use our first-in-class Lids Lab Design Tool, and our team of experts will bring your ideas to life. We will then ship in an industry-best 7 days (on average) from the time of order. Our custom embroidered hats are not only fashionable, but they’re also a great way to promote your brand. You can add your logo or design to any of our hats, making them a walking advertisement for your organization.

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Vibrant and lightweight, these transfers can recreate photo-quality images on nearly any fabric. Low-profile caps have a shorter, more shallow crown that is often paired with a pre-curved visor and sit lower on the head with a relaxed fit. Special Options – These are additional features you can add to your custom cap. Choose one or mix and match from the available special options we offer. Screenprint your logo or design in 2 colors everywhere on the cap.

The back of the jacket portrayed King Kong and the Empire State building, a nod to his album “Nata Kong,” as well as a pattern inspired by the singer’s tattoos. Alvarez handily defeated Caleb Plant in the 11th round by technical knockout. After the fight, the world champion headed toward his green room, where Baez was waiting for his own victory. The young designer seized on his opportunity — Alvarez loved the jacket and even wore it for a picture with Baez.

At DTLA Print, we transcend the ordinary, setting ourselves apart with our relentless pursuit of professionalism and unparalleled service. Immerse yourself in a world where caps become a canvas for your unique vision, and let us turn your ideas into wearable masterpieces. Either use your mouse by hovering over the hat with the cursor, click your mouse and move the hat 360-degrees in any direction. If you have a local sales rep please reach out to them directly with your PDF file to get an official order started. If you do not already have a sales rep, please send your PDF to and a Pukka Representative will contact you.

Whether you’re looking to promote your business or just promote yourself, we have you covered every step of the way. Generally the taping inside the cap is the same color as the cap. Customize the taping w/ any color you choose. Creates a unique nostalgic look for any piece. However, some brands forego the eyelet to make a fashion statement. Different fabric color layered in between the primary fabric.

After our latest update, you can now add additional hats to your design session by either clicking on the "+" in the top tool bar or click ADD A HAT during the 9th step. Our caps & hats are custom embroidered, so they look pro. Upload or create your logo using our designer to make your one of a kind hat a reality.

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Your brand deserves the best, and we’re here to deliver it, cap by cap. Chat with our team during business hours, or fill out the contact form and we will reach out to get you connected with a Pukka rep who can help you with pricing info. Whether you’re looking to order 1 hat or 1000 we’ve got you covered. We believe everybody can be their own brand and we want to give you the tools to show it, loudly and proudly.

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The open kitchen has access to a pantry and a large L-shape island that includes enough space for an easy, informal meal. Or you can choose to have your meal in the adjacent breakfast room and enjoy the views of the rear porch. While French country house plans and English country house plans have quite a bit in common, they do have some differences. French country homes are usually built with brick or stucco, while English country homes are built with timber, stone, and stucco. These House with Courtyard floor plan is recognized for their simple yet elegant designs. Different from other architectural styles, these Country home plans give precedence to practicality, resulting in a more compact and structured layout.

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When you first set your eyes on this plan, you’re definitely going to notice the wide and welcoming front porch. Move on inside and you’ll find a spacious great room with an area for a fireplace and built-in shelving. The dining area and kitchen are beyond the convenient snack bar and lead out onto the rear covered porch. One of the defining features of country home plans is their use of natural materials, such as wood, stone, and brick.

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This area flows effortlessly into the dining room and the fully-equipped kitchen complete with an eat-in island and walk-in pantry. On one side of the great room you’ll find two secondary bedrooms (both boast walk-in closets) and a full bathroom. The size of country style house plans can vary significantly, presenting options that surround snug, intimate cottages and roomy, multi-bedroom homes appropriate for families. The ideal size for your country home depends on your peculiar needs and budget checks. Another common architectural feature of country home designs is their use of asymmetrical floor plans, which create a sense of balance and visual interest.

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Charming outdoor living and rustic interior details create a lovely transition between indoors and out. Country floor plans may be modern Farmhouse homes, Rustic style homes, or even a Craftsman style house. These beautiful country homes create the perfect balance between luxury and simplicity. Experience the peace and charm of country living by picking up a country style house plan that befit your way of living and financial plan. Easily prospect our complete list of country house plans with accompanying photos by entering your preferences into our search form. Typically, if a second floor is available, it is much smaller than the home's main floor and offers additional bedrooms and a bath.

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More modern country house plans may include a flex space, loft, or multi-purpose room designed to grow with your family and their needs over time. This one-story farmhouse design boasts generous amounts of curb appeal and is sure provide all the space you might need. The welcoming front porch gives way to a foyer which will lead you into the spacious, vaulted great room.

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Despite their smaller size, this country house design offers ample space for families to live comfortably. Country style house plans return the inviting and warm ambience of countryside living, mixing traditional and rustic pieces like ceiling roofs, spacious lobby, wood or stone accents, and open floor designs. Country house plans represent a wide range of home styles, but they almost always evoke feelings of nostalgia, Americana, and a relaxing, comfortable lifestyle choice.

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Country House Plan with a Wraparound Porch

If you’ve always wanted a small country house to call your own, this might be the home plan for you. Wooden porch pillars and a single-gabled roof contribute to the country appeal of this design. When you walk through the entrance, you’ll find a very open floor plan which includes a living room, dining area, and kitchen with easy access to the rear patio. Country house plans are those specifically designed to be built out on rural land. They are akin to farmhouses and typically include large front and rear porches and simple rooflines adorned with gables and/or dormers.

The kitchen comes with a large island for extra storage, and offers easy access to the dining area. There is space for two bedrooms, or one bedroom and a flex room/den/office in one wing of the layout (explore these home office ideas from Real Simple). This farmhouse style home plan was designed to give you lots of ways to incorporate more indoor/outdoor time (much like these outdoor rooms from HGTV).

These homes may have multiple levels, with bedrooms and living spaces situated on different floors, creating a sense of privacy and separation between an lower or upper level master bedroom and other bedrooms. These porches are often used as outdoor living spaces, where families can gather to relax and enjoy the fresh air. Many country homes also feature outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and other amenities that make these spaces even more inviting. In addition to the many classic and historical designs, California also includes many contemporary homes. These houses can vary noticeably in appearance, though many focus on simple exteriors incorporating a wide range of building materials. Available in both one-story and two-story layouts, these homes bring modern design elements into play by increasing the flow between rooms and incorporating numerous windows.

Multi-pane windows and ornate shutters add further charm to the exterior and contribute to the true Americana coziness country style home designs offer. At Direct From The Designers, we've brought together the most popular country home plans from leading architects and designers throughout the US and Canada to help you find the perfect country home plan. Country house plans reflect the best of rural living, with broad sweeping floor plans and expansive verandas that embrace their setting.

Small country house plans are known for their incorporation of outdoor space, such as wraparound porches and wide verandas. If you love the country style--and want to add a little outdoor time to your everyday living-- but are looking for a house plan that’s smaller and stylish, we have some options for you. Many country style house plans also incorporate large, open living spaces, which create a sense of community and togetherness for families and guests.

If you're not interested in country house plans with wrap-around porches, there is usually at least some covered front porch and/or rear covered or screened porch as well. These exterior elements make country house plans easily recognizable, as do the use of overhead window dormers, gabled rooflines, and abundant window views. Adding some outdoor living space promotes casual living by highlighting the indoor/outdoor living space as a seamless design element that provides a welcoming place for all to gather. The appeal and comfort of a Country house plan makes this a natural choice for relaxing year-round living.

Check out the latest articles about design trends and construction in the PNW to popular styles and collections. California style homes are among some of the most diverse and eclectic in terms of style, function, and overall construction method. These homes are as diverse as the state’s many cities, with each region offering different options to suit any homeowner’s needs. In no event shall the Designer, the Designers vendors, or any entity under its control, be held liable for any part of this design as modified by You or Your Agents. You are fully responsible for adapting the original Design to the requirements of your building site and any applicable local codes and/or regulations. Failure to comply with any term or condition of this license agreement will automatically terminate this license and will make available to the Designer other legal remedies.

A casual, unpretentious lifestyle is at the heart of all our country house plans, reflecting the pioneering and independent spirit of America’s Colonial past. Our country-style home plans incorporate open flowing spaces that are at ease accommodating a casual gathering of friends or an intimate evening for two. Country home floor plan exteriors can range from simple rural Acadian, to farmhouse Gothic, to French Colonial, to Tidewater plantations. These styles are married to floor plans that incorporate all the modern conveniences expected in a well-designed home of today. All our country estate home plans incorporate sustainable design features to ensure maintenance free living, energy efficient usage and lasting value.

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• Small Country Farmhouse with Front and Rear Porches
• What to Look for in Country Home Designs
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• Features of California Style Houses
• Tools for finding a sunny site and building a solar-efficient home

As you walk in through the spacious front porch you’ll be greeted by an open great room (with vaulted ceiling) and a generous kitchen and eating area. The other wing contains a master suite complete with a modern bathroom that boasts a walk-in shower and two sinks. Unlike these architectural styles, country houses were simple structures often with symmetrical lines, a central door and evenly spaced windows. Many country floor plans featured wide front porches that were sometimes decorated with Victorian style spindle work and brackets or Colonial style shutters and dormers.

Small Country Farmhouse with Front and Rear Porches

The other wing of the house has two secondary bedrooms that are split by a full bathroom for privacy. As the country grew and became more prosperous, country homes became more ornate and elegant. By the late 19th century, wealthy families were building grand country estates that were designed to showcase their wealth and status. Kit homes, such as those offered by various manufacturers like Sears, Aladdin, Gordon Van Tine, and dozens more, were designed for affordability. The materials were often top-notch, and nearly 100 years later many of these small, old houses are eagerly sought after. The second floor boasts a very private master suite (with a generous walk-in closet space and a luxurious bathroom).

What to Look for in Country Home Designs

Our country house plans include all the charming details you'd expect with inviting front and wrap-around porches, dormer windows, quaint shutters and gabled rooflines. Once mostly popular in the South, country style homes are now built all over the country. The modernized country home plan is more energy efficient, has an open living area, kitchen island eating bar, breakfast nook, split bedroom design and often a well-organized mudroom. A nostalgic, furnished front porch with millwork detail is the hallmark for this style home making it warm and inviting.

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The history of country homes dates back to the early days of the United States, when settlers were building homes in rural areas. These homes were often constructed using local materials such as wood and stone, and were designed to be simple and practical. While combining modern and country design aesthetics might seem contradictory, the two can work together well. The modern master suite includes a vaulted ceiling over the bedroom, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a soaking tub and glass shower.

Regardless of origin, these plans provided fodder for the dream of home ownership to hundreds of thousands of Americans. In the succeeding decades, as fashions have come and gone, many of these houses continue to charm us. Start your home search from our house plan Styles page and discover the house plan of your dreams. Order 2 to 4 different house plan sets at the same time and receive a 10% discount off the retail price (before S & H).

Built for a comfortable and family-friendly lifestyle, country house plans feature layouts that are highlighted with plenty of space to enjoy gathering with family and friends, even in a single-story layout. One-story plans can be sprawling and often incorporate large, well-laid-out rooms which are well-suited to a casual way of life in the home's interior. This stylish country home plan offers a substantial amount of space for its size.

This may include front porches or rear porches decorated with simple wooden columns or railings, adding to the home's sense of simplicity and functionality. Unlike many other styles of architecture, country homes are often designed with a focus on functionality and practicality. This means that they are typically smaller and more efficient than other types of homes, while still offering plenty of space for families to live and grow. One of the most notable features of country homes is their use of natural materials. These homes are often constructed with wood, stone, and other materials that blend in with the natural surroundings.

This small country house plan has a welcoming front porch that invites you to spend some time relaxing outdoors. As you pass through the entryway, you’ll be greeted by the spacious living room that provides plenty of space for a dining table and chairs. The conveniently located kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals inside and enjoy them outside on the rear porch. The first floor contains two rooms--one a spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet, and the other ideal for a den/office/or study room.

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These homes are smaller in size and carry over many of the aesthetics of Craftsman homes, only on a more stripped-down scale. These houses often feature offset porches, simple front lawns, and a single story that spreads out the rooms to maximize space. The rear covered porch is ideal for enjoying time outside with family and friends, and the two-car carport can accommodate vehicles or provide additional storage space.

The large garage is ideal for convenient vehicle storage or for extra work space. The open layout of the great room and the kitchen (with a walk-in pantry) creates a generous sense of space, and leads you directly to the substantial rear porch. Country homes also often feature large, covered wraparound porches, which provide a welcoming entrance to the home and a space to enjoy the outdoors.

The living room features a cathedral ceiling, creating a sense of even more open space. The kitchen is located just behind the living area and has a helpful island bar and easy access to the dining room. The rear covered porch is ideal for outdoor grilling and entertaining with friends and family. This appealing small country home plan is perfect if you’re looking to add a little charm to your home design. As you pass through the foyer you’ll enter into the great room (that includes a vaulted ceiling) and features rustic wooden beams for additional country appeal.

Whether it's a primary residence in a suburban environment or a vacation home hidden in the rural countryside, country style houses are the architectural embodiment of the American Dream. Any homeowner can appreciate the traditional wraparound porch, Palladian window, and dormers--all which make the exterior distinctive and visually interesting. Once you’re on the inside, you’ll find a spacious great room--complete with a fireplace, cathedral ceiling, and clerestory windows-- that flows effortlessly to the back deck. The kitchen is conveniently located in between the dining room and breakfast area (that includes a view of the rear deck), and boasts a pass-through for easy food service into the great room. Open layouts give you the chance to really increase that feeling of extra space, and with a smaller country house plan, they work exceedingly well! When you come through the entry, you’ll find yourself in the midst of a large and welcoming great room.

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Discover our collection of country house plans below in a variety of square footage measurements. Family and friends can gather comfortably in these warm and inviting spaces and participate in the conversation, meal preparation, or dining together. Informal yet elegant, country house plans are designed with a rustic and comfortable feel. These homes typically include large porches, gabled roofs, dormer windows, and abundant outdoor living space. Small country house plans with porches have a classic appeal that boast rustic features, verandas, and gables. The secret is in their simplicity, and with that comes a good dose of country charm.

While country house designs are well-suited for temperate climates, they may require remodeling  to thrive in extreme weather conditions. Enhancements such as proper covering, energy-saving windows, and climate-specific building materials can be vital  for adapting these homes to colder or hotter climates. We understand that choosing the perfect house plan is a big decision and can be a daunting task. Select the style or styles you like and our site will filter to show just those that match that style. From there you can filter by a variety of requirements, compare plans, favorite individual plans, and save detailed searches. The master suite is located on the other side of the dining area and includes a large bedroom, walk-in closet, and bathroom a generously-sized shower.

The 6 Best Cruises for Northern Lights Viewing

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• What Ports Do You Visit on a Northern Lights Cruise?
• The Best Time to See the Northern Lights on an Alaska Cruise
• Northern Lights Cruise: How to See the Stunning Natural Phenomenon
• Specialized Northern Lights Cruises vs. Regular Cruises
• Hike Glacier Bay National Park and more
• Look Up Into Norway's Night Sky

The arctic viewing season for northern lights cruises is from late September to late March/early April, though the best months are December through March, when there are the longest hours of darkness and many clear night skies. Generally, skies are clearest near the spring and fall equinoxes in later September and March. Some late September/early October Alaska cruises can include northern lights sightings as well. Yes, you can witness the Northern Lights from a cruise ship during dedicated Northern Lights cruises with Aurora Expeditions. These cruises navigate to prime viewing locations near the Arctic Circle, offering passengers a unique vantage point to experience the dazzling spectacle of the Aurora Borealis. The expedition vessels are strategically positioned in areas with minimal light pollution, maximizing the chances of observing the vibrant colours and dancing lights of the Northern Lights against the Arctic night sky.

What Ports Do You Visit on a Northern Lights Cruise?

Cunard is known for bringing aboard subject experts, astronomers, and night-sky photographers who add extra color and insights to the sky-transforming glory of the Northern Lights. There will be ample space on the 1,085-foot, 13-deck ship to find quiet areas to see the nighttime show. From there, it’s onward to Rørvik, an ancient fishing town, and then Lødingen, a village known for its place amongst the fjords. Then the ship continues north into the Arctic Circle and up to Alta. There, guests can take an excursion to visit a Sámi village and learn about the Indigenous and semi-nomadic reindeer herders. Then it’s back down to Tromsø, where guests can visit the Polar Museum, go snowshoeing, or try one of the world’s northernmost breweries, Mack Bryggeri.

The Best Time to See the Northern Lights on an Alaska Cruise

You’ll then have nearly a week on land in Anchorage, Denali National Park & Preserve and Fairbanks to go aurora hunting. If you spend an extra night or two in Fairbanks at the end of the trip, you’ll be in town for the autumnal equinox, maximizing your northern lights viewing opportunities. There, guests spend their days scanning the dizzying cliff sides for puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, and their nights scanning the sky for signs of the aurora. The ship then crosses the Arctic Circle as it heads to Greenland, where it spends seven days patrolling the remote northeast coast.

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During the winter, clear dark skies and aurora activity make Juneau an ideal spot to witness the stunning northern lights display. The northern lights, or aurora borealis, aren’t predictable, but they are more likely to display during high solar activity cycles. The sun alternates between a high activity cycle and low activity cycle every eleven years or so. Watch the Kp-index, an aurora activity indicator to find out when conditions are ideal. Ports of call on this voyage include Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point and Ketchikan. There are also two days of scenic cruising through Hubbard Glacier and the Inside Passage before disembarking in Vancouver.

The lights are best viewed in the Northern Hemisphere and especially in locations on the so-called auroral oval, a ring zone over the polar regions. In cruising terms, that means prime viewing is in northern Alaska (which is easily accessible on cruisetours), Norway, Iceland, Arctic Canada and parts of Greenland. No cruise can guarantee sightings as the aurora is a natural and unpredictable phenomenon. However, cruises specifically tailored for aurora viewing will optimize the chances by choosing routes and timings with historically higher success rates. While the aurora is a spectacle for all ages, consider the late-night hours and colder temperatures. Some cruise lines offer kid-friendly programs and activities to engage younger travelers during the trip.

Specialized Northern Lights Cruises vs. Regular Cruises

If you want to take an epic cruise, Uncruise Adventures can take you there. While you want to bring short and long sleeves, bring more long sleeves than short ones, especially if you visit Alaska in late September. Make sure folks clearly understand how off-the techno grid the trip is.

No matter your itinerary, UnCruise helps guests witness incredible creatures in their natural habitats, creating memories that will last a lifetime. 👆 The possible aurora activity level at the end of October, according to the University of Alaska in Fairbanks. And then… I also had an Alaska cruise on a Norwegian cruise ship at the end of October.

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This is why Aurora Expeditions’ Northern Lights tours don’t focus on one spot or location. The Northern Lights are most frequently visible in high-latitude regions in the Arctic, but most accessible between 10° and 20° of the North Pole in a band called the ‘auroral zone’. The Aurora Borealis originates on the sun’s surface with a massive explosion of electromagnetic matter, which projects a stream of charged particles known as solar wind into space. To take northern lights pictures on your phone, you’ll want to go into your camera settings and choose night mode.

Some venture to the Svalbard Archipelago, where the Gulf Stream flows prevent the seas from freezing in winter. The best time to see the northern lights in Iceland is as deep into winter as you can go. Late December and early January are best because they're the darkest times of the year, but the northern lights can appear as early as September or as late as March. Another option might be to stay in Alaska after your cruise, at which point you can follow the instructions above and drive as far north as you can. Our Northern Lights cruise sticks to the aurora zone in the Arctic Circle, but seeing the lights dance is only one part of your Northern Lights adventure.

These diverse activities create a holistic and enriching journey for travellers seeking the magic of the Northern Lights. Popular regions for Northern Lights cruises and expeditions with Aurora Expeditions include Arctic destinations like Norway, Iceland and the Canadian Arctic. These Arctic regions, located near the magnetic poles, offer optimal conditions for observing the Northern Lights. Aurora Expeditions carefully plans itineraries to position their vessels in prime locations, away from light pollution, providing passengers with the best chances of witnessing the spectacular light display. Enrichment is an important component of our expeditions – we hope that you will leave changed and become lifelong ambassadors for the natural world and the wild, important destinations we visit. Your world-class Expedition Team will be on hand to answer your questions about the aurora borealis and how it comes to appear in the night sky, Arctic wildlife, geological formations and the history of the places we visit.

Announcements (even opt-in late night wake-up calls) may be issued when there’s an opportunity to view the northern lights from your ship. Excursions may give you the opportunity to be transported to northern lights viewing spots by everything from buses and minivans to small boats and dogsleds. The best northern lights cruises provide plenty of opportunities for passengers to learn about, celebrate and, of course, see the northern lights. But there will also be activities geared to exploring parts of the world filled with many other natural, cultural, and man-made wonders.

If the lights appear during the night, the crew will play an announcement over the in-cabin TVs (meaning guests need to leave their TVs on all night to hear it). During sightings, staff circulates trays of hot beverages, like cocoa and toddies, to help guests stay warm on deck. Viking runs the itinerary multiple times from January through March in 2025 and 2026. Quark Expeditions’ Northern Lights–themed sailings begin and end in Iceland, where sightings of the dancing aurora borealis are common in winter.

As far as cruises go, Alaska cruises in September is a good pick because the nights are long and dark. Norwegian Cruise Line’s six-day pre-cruise adventure begins with overnights in Fairbanks, Denali and Anchorage, where you’ll have the best chances to view the northern lights. Other highlights for the first part of the trip include a deluxe dome car rail journey from Talkeetna to Anchorage on the Alaska Railroad and a private tour to an Iditarod sled dog musher’s kennel. There’s no other experience on Earth quite like witnessing the northern lights. Also known as the aurora borealis, this spellbinding phenomenon — when brilliant hues of green, yellow and purple dance across the night sky — is visible in Alaska from late August to late April. Clear, dark evenings away from the ambient light of cities provide prime viewing opportunities.

2023 Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards: Best New Ship ocean

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• Coming August of 2023: Norwegian Viva
• Viking Saturn (Viking Cruises)
• “Explora I” from Explora Journeys
• Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Cruises

Thrill seekers are going to love the bigger and better go-kart racetrack, which winds around the ship's funnel, as well as drop dry slides that will make you scream. On Celebrity Ascent, the line will put the first ones developed specifically for solo travelers. Suite life also gets a boost with Icon and Edge Villas -- the latter featuring private plunge pools -- as well as the large Retreat complex. The 6,334-passenger ship will be powered by liquid natural gas and be the third in the line's Meraviglia-Plus Class.

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The ship will offer seven new suite categories and new premium aft suites, a new wellness program, and a new comfort food menu for in-room dining. This new cruise ship features an LNG power system that reduces its greenhouse gas emissions by up to 20%. Its advanced onboard wastewater treatment system ensures that no water leaves the ship without undergoing strict treatments that reduce pollution and harm to local ecosystems. Smart energy efforts have also been applied to the ship’s waste elimination, climate control and ventilation. For the first time ever for Oceania, the ship will offer a new category of concierge-level staterooms that are designed with solo travelers in mind.

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As for decor and amenities, Oceania has promised an "evolution" of the intimate, residential-style interior venues for which its ships are known. At 67,000 tons, Vista will be a tad bigger than Oceania's last two new ships, Marina and Riviera. However, it'll carry fewer passengers (1,200 versus 1,250), meaning its "space ratio" of space per passenger will be higher. MSC World Europa is initially sailing in the Persian Gulf out of Dubai but will reposition to the Mediterranean for the summer of 2023.

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Plus, sailing in or out of PortMiami as the city unfolds or fades in the distance is one of the most magical moments in cruising. MSC’s gorgeous MSC Yacht Club is proof that not all luxury suite complexes are created equal. This private enclave boasts all the requisite perks you might expect, from lavish suites to grand lounges and private dining areas. MSC sets itself apart by making that complex more accessible than ever before, thanks to the line’s value-priced MSC Yacht Club Inside Staterooms that provide a lot of luxe for a little dough. Second in Norwegian’s Prima Class cruise ships, Viva will be the 19th ship in the NCL fleet.

At around 215,863 tons, MSC World Europa is about 4% to 8% smaller than the five Oasis-class ships. MSC World Europa is 21 decks high — three decks higher than the Oasis-class vessels. Because a large percentage of the new cruise ships arriving in 2023 belong to an existing class and therefore have a familiar look, cruise fans might not find this year's new arrivals to be as exciting as last year's debuts. Those four vessels — MSC World Europa, Explora 1, Vista and Silver Nova — are the four new cruise ships for 2023 that have us the most excited here at TPG. However, they're not the only major new cruise vessels arriving during the next 12 months. It's just one of two major new cruise ships arriving in 2023 that has a tie-in to MSC Cruises.

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Let’s look at some of the major cruise lines and see what they have in store for 2023. This ultra-luxe ship is one of the most environmentally conscious ships in the world. It’s equipped with a large-scale hybrid power source, which combines hydrogen fuel cells, batteries, and dual engines that run on LNG. MSC Cruises recently laid out the framework for its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

“Celebrity Ascent” from Celebrity Cruises

Since the start, it's been our aim to provide the latest cruise news covering all the major cruise lines. We make sure cruisers are fully prepared for their cruise vacation with tips on ships and ports.Millions of travelers rely on Cruise Hive in the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world. Icon of the Seas was originally expected to debut at the end of 2023, but now the ship will begin sailing from Miami, Florida, on seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries in January 2024. This ship will no doubt already be sailing before that, including a transatlantic journey.

The line has a second new ship, the 4,810-passenger MSC Euribia, too, which will debut later in 2023 — in June, if all goes according to plan. At around 182,000 tons, it won't be quite as big as MSC World Europa but will still be one of the biggest cruise vessels in the world. Like the Oasis-class ships, it's able to hold nearly 7,000 passengers with all berths filled — 6,762, to be exact. Note that in some cases, the new ships coming in 2023 will arrive months behind schedule due to ongoing pandemic-related construction delays at the shipyards that are building them. Thanks to these delays, the first sailings of a few ships that were expected to debut in 2023 — including Royal Caribbean's much-awaited Icon of the Seas — have been pushed to 2024.

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MSC Euribia is named after the Greek goddess, Eurybia, who harnessed the winds and weather to master the seas. Celebrity goes for a more serene feel on its ships, so you won’t find any water slides or rock climbing walls on the Ascent, but there will be plenty of theaters and shows. On the super-luxe Silver Nova, the restaurant S.A.L.T. will focus on culinary education and local food culture. Welcome to ultimate luxury—a Regent Suite on the forthcoming Seven Seas Grandeur. Norwegian Viva will be a big ship but with more intimate touches like the fine Italian dining venue Onda by Scarpetta (pictured in the rendering). Now, she helps over 1 million people per month to plan their perfect cruise holidays.

She’s the first ship in the world to use advanced hybrid technology, which means there will be zero harmful emissions while the ship is in port, leading the way in eco-friendly cruising. There are a selection of dining venues, including some that offer speciality dishes based on the region that the ship is sailing. But it’s Viking’s commitment to enrichment that will take the fore – expect fascinating talks to be held by the cruise line’s resident historians, as well as cookery classes, wine tastings and more. The recently renewed Swan Hellenic brand will add to its current fleet of two new ships with yet another.

The 922-passenger Explora I is the debut ship of Explora Journeys, an all-new luxury cruise line owned by MSC Group, the Geneva-based shipping container giant that also owns MSC Cruises. On a ship that’s big by luxury standards, guests will stay in oceanfront suites, penthouses, or residences, lounge around four pools, and choose from 18 food and beverage options. Unusual activities and entertainment examples will include music master classes and a monthly full-moon party. The ship debuts in northern Europe in July, with five sister ships scheduled to join it by 2029. Other planned features include more than 27,000 square feet of outdoor deck space, four pools and nine restaurants. Like many of the cruise ships we’re looking forward to in 2023, Explora I pays close attention to new cruising technology and eco-friendly designs.

Like the last new Edge-class ship, the 8-month-old Celebrity Beyond, it'll be a stretched version of the two initial ships in the series (Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Apex), being both 20 meters longer and a deck taller. After an initial transatlantic voyage from Barcelona to Miami, Seven Seas Grandeur will operate Caribbean sailings out of Miami for the winter before returning to Europe for the summer of 2024. Fares start at $4,439 per person, not including taxes and fees, for a seven-night Caribbean sailing out of Miami. Norwegian Viva will initially sail in the Mediterranean before repositioning to the Caribbean for the winter of 2023. Fares start at $849 per person, not including taxes and fees, for a seven-night Caribbean sailing out of Miami.

In fact, the first sailing sold out in less than 24 hours, a history-making event for Royal Caribbean. Featuring what will be the largest water park at sea, the Icon will have six record-breaking slides. With a length of 735 feet, and 750 passengers and 542 crew, the Grandeur has one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios in the industry. Regent is an all-inclusive cruise line, which means that drinks, dining, WiFi and shore excursions are included in your fare.

The ship also includes more than 40 new and returning dining, bar, and nightlife options, and cutting-edge entertainment. Among the favorites are the cruise line’s thrilling dive shows and ice skating shows, each enhanced with immersive features and stunning special effects. The ship will offer 75 GRT per passenger, making it one of the most spacious cruise ships in the world in terms of space afforded to each passenger. Designed with the yachting lifestyle in mind, Explora I offers just over 450 balcony suites, with each boasting 377 square feet of space. As the cruise industry continues to grow and evolve, the delivery of new cruise ships in 2023 is highly anticipated.

The two earlier vessels in the series are a whopping 35% bigger than the next-biggest Carnival ships currently afloat, and they are also bigger than all but 11 other cruise vessels in the world. Perhaps the most notable new cruise ship of 2023 will be MSC World Europa, the first of a new series of megaships from MSC Cruises that is designed to go head-to-head with Royal Caribbean's giant Oasis-class ships. The third of a series of newbuilds for Regent, Seven Seas Grandeur will likely try to top the title of "world's most luxurious cruise ship," which the line dubbed sister ship Silver Seas Explorer when it debuted. Coming in November 2023, Seven Seas Grandeur will have its version of the $11,000-per-night Regent Suite, and the line is already stating that the ship will have the highest space and crew ratio per passenger in the industry. The first ship in the luxury Silversea fleet to have all balconies, Silver Nova will debut in summer 2023.

THE BEST April 2024 Cruises to Belize with Prices on Cruise Critic

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All ships anchor in Belize City harbor and passengers are whizzed from ship to shore via speedy Belizean tenders; it takes approximately 20 minutes to tender to shore. For centuries, Belize was an important Mayan urban center and part of a crucial trading route between Mexico and Guatemala. After the Mayans were driven out of their land by the Spanish Conquest, the British usurped the country in the mid-17th century and named it British Honduras. The country’s name was officially changed to Belize in 1973, and it remained a British colony until 1981 when it finally achieved its independence. Explore the enchanting country of Belize on a luxury Western Caribbean cruise with Celebrity Cruises. Hashtag your cruise photos #carnival and #belize — you may see them right here.

April 2024 Cruises to Belize

Hike to the top for incredible 360-degree views of its verdant surroundings. Enjoy luxurious staterooms, cuisine, and service as you discover Bimini, Key West, Cozumel and Fort Lauderdale. Climb, snorkel, swim, bike or chill in some of the world’s most beautiful places. Lowest pricing is based on our 3rd party pricing supplier and valid as of April 23rd, 2024. If you’re looking for a unique experience, you can’t miss cave tubing in Belize. Float down the river stream on an inflatable tube through an intricate network of limestone caverns — which the Maya believed were the entrance to the underworld.

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And they’re all yours to explore when you take a cruise to Belize, where surprises await around every corner, including underwater. Whether mountain biking through a lush rainforest or snorkeling with the marine life, you’ll experience things you can only imagine… that is, if you haven’t tried a Belize vacation yet. Belize’s entire Caribbean coast is hugged by its namesake barrier reef, the second-largest on the planet. You can explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site when your Holland America Line ship drops anchor in Belize City; hop a boat to tiny Caye Caulker for up-close encounters with stingrays and harmless nurse sharks. Grab a tube for a subterranean float through Belize’s vast cave systems, zipline through the jungle canopy, or visit the ancient Mayan centers of Xunantunich, Altun Ha, and Lamanai.

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Belize's currency is the Belizean dollar; visit for currency conversion figures. However, all shops and merchants readily accept U.S. dollars (most also accept credit cards) so it is unnecessary to change money. ATMs are plentiful in both the Tourism Village and the rest of the city.

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Pick up locally made souvenirs at the Belize Handicraft Market Place which is a short walk from Tourism Village. Belize’s multi-ethnic culture is front and center in its diverse cuisine, which includes an array of Caribbean, Mexican, Spanish, African, and Mayan influences. Savor fresh seafood specialties, like conch fritters and grilled lobster, one of the country’s leading exports.

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Head to Hopkins Village Beach for a nap by the beach under the palm tree shadows that cover the shore. Or hop on a boat to the cayes, like Ambergris, South Water and Laughingbird, and find even more beaches with soft sand. The east coast of Belize is the stage for some of the most beautiful sea encounters in Central America.

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After tendering, all passengers disembark at docks in Belize's Tourism Village. Here you'll find dozens of shops, bars and restaurants from standard cruise venues like Diamonds International and Del Sol to stores with handmade Belizean crafts and foodstuffs. Other than shop for souvenirs or hang out in one of the bars or restaurants, there's not much else to see and do in the Tourism Village. If you're up for a short walk, you can exit Tourism Village and head to the Holy Redeemer Cathedral or Baron Bliss Lighthouse & Gravesite, which are both within walking distance.

Belize City Shore Excursions

Tipping isn’t common in Belize, but if you experienced excellent service, feel free to leave a little something extra. Try hudut garifuna, an indigenous preparation of snapper over coconut milk, served alongside a plantain mash and cassava bread. Or grab a plate of barbecue conch tacos from a vendor on one of Belize's island beaches. Kick back at Placencia Peninsula with its soft sand and array of beachfront restaurants and bars.

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Famous underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau once called Belize’s Blue Hole Natural Monument one of the world’s best diving sites. Grab your scuba gear and discover this 407-foot deep underwater sinkhole that lies inside the Lighthouse Reef. Make your way down the azure waters and see hundreds of stalactites, stalagmites, and exotic fish in this one-of-a-kind natural wonder. There are several national landmarks within walking distance of the Belize City cruise port.

You’ll find recommended and guaranteed stores with duty-free deals on luxury items. Most shops even accept US dollars, so you won’t have to exchange your money first. From the island's signature Coco Loco drink to its elevated Coco Cuvée, Perfect Day at CocoCay offers a wide range of sips worth getting excited about onshore.

You may hear warring howler monkey tribes in the distance, the squawk of toucans and the ever-present chime of crickets. The most iconic museum in the entire country is the Museum of Belize, a former prison turned cultural exhibition that showcases the history of the country. For contemporary art and souvenirs, visit the Art Box, where you can get your hands on local arts and crafts while learning about the artists of Belize. Mayan ruins tell the story of an ancient and mysterious past, while Belize's museum protects the country's blended heritage. Cruise to Belize where everything is celebrated with good food in the end.

Several important Mayan sites on the mainland, such as Altun Ha and Xunantunich, make for excellent day trips and are included on shore excursions by most cruise ships. As a matter of fact, Belize has the highest concentration of Mayan sites of all the countries in Central America. More than half of the mainland is covered with dense forests, and at its longest point Belize is 176 miles long while its greatest width is 88 miles. Long a strong advocate of environmental protection, the government has set aside approximately 20 percent of its land as nature reserves. The local currency is the Belize dollar, although the United States dollar is accepted in most major shops and restaurants.

Learn about cave geology and rich Maya history while admiring stalagmite formations and ancient offerings left behind centuries ago. Cruise to Belize and trek to the tallest building in the nation— an ancient temple built by the Maya. Standing 137-feet tall, the pyramid ruins of the Sky Palace, El Caana, preside over Caracol, one of the country’s 900 pre-Colombian archaeological sites. The best Caribbean islands for families offer beaches, adventures, and new experiences.

Explore ancient Mayan ruins, venture into natural caves, and discover artifacts used by ancient civilizations. Plunge into the famous Blue Hole, a spectacular diving spot located inside the Belize Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef in the world. Cruise to Belize to discover a blend of blue waters, green mountains and wooden houses painted in shades of pink, yellow and orange. Head to immaculate island beaches like Ambergris Caye, where you can dive into warm Caribbean waters and snorkel along the Belize Barrier Reef, the second largest coral reef in the world. Walk up the ruins of mysterious Mayan towers at Xunantunich and Caracol, or hike or mountain bike your way through the jungle at Don Elijio National Park, catching glimpses of tropical toucans as you trek.

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