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a special pre-sale code that secured the best seats before that went on sale to the public on Tuesday, October 28th. The Greatest Show On Earth is back with a high-energy, music-driven experience with bold circus performances, unforgettable characters, and a nonstop party vibe. This new pro-
History Fort Lauderdale, committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region’s history, will present “Tropical Chill,” a contemporary fine art exhibit that captures the serene spirit and coastal hues of South Florida’s mild winter season. The exhibit, on view through Sunday, January 25th, 2026, will showcase paintings, mixed media and photography by celebrated local artists Phoenix, Lori Arbel, Kim Heise and Karin Batchelder, along with select works and photographs from History Fort Lauderdale’s permanent collection. The “Tropical Chill” exhibition captures the cheerful spirit of South Florida’s winter when the days are bright, breezy and full of color. The exhibit brings together local artists who find inspiration in nature, emotion, and everyday life. Their paintings, photography and mixed media pieces share stories of reflection and transformation, each one shaped by the beauty and rhythm of our region. “History Fort Lauderdale is excited to share ‘Tropical Chill,’ a
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Svetlana Smolina - Photo courtesy of Svetlana Smolina South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) continues its 28th spirited Masterworks season of “Juxtapositions” with two new sparkling evenings of music led by SFSO’s award-winning Music Director Sebrina Maria Alfonso. On Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale, located at 707 Northeast 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33004 and on Thursday, January 22, at New World Center in Miami Beach, 500 17th Street, Miami, Florida 33139 rhythmic drive meets lyrical beauty in an exhilarating program brimming with wit and brilliance, anchored by the sweeping power of Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2. SFSO fan-favorite Svetlana Smolina also returns for Ravel’s jazzy and spirited Piano Concerto in G major, and Vaughan Williams’ ethereal Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis opens the evocative evening. Both concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. On Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 at New World Center, enjoy a pre-concert chat with Dr. Orchestra, Page 6A
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The Latest Production Of The Greatest Show On Earth A Non-Stop Party Vibe That Starts The Moment Fans Walk Through The Door Step inside The Greatest Party On Earth – tickets are on sale now for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth. Reimagined for a new generation, this larger-than-life production bursts back into South Florida playing at Kaseya Center from Friday, January 9th, 2026 Sunday, January 11th, 2026 and Amerant Bank Arena from Friday,
January 23rd, 2026 - Sunday, January 25th, 2026 with new acts, jaw-dropping talent and the high-flying excitement that has defined The Greatest Show On Earth for more than 150 years. Tickets for The Greatest Show On Earth are on sale now at: www.Ringling.com. Fans can sign up to become Ringling Insiders for exclusive early access to tickets, which included
Looking To Travel in 2026? Your Next Trip Could Be Riskier Than You Think - Here’s Why And How To Adapt By Christopher Elliott
Colombia has been at the top of Seann Malloy’s bucket list for years, so he recently started planning a solo trip to Cartagena and Medellin. He looked forward to sipping tinto coffee at a cafe and strolling the beach at Playa Blanca. The destination seemed safe at first, but then came a U.S. State Department travel advisory warning of an increase in crime. And then he started to do more research, reading local crime reports and talking to Colombian expats on Reddit and Facebook. That’s when he started to have second thoughts. “The tipping point was a pronounced surge in robbery and kidnapping of tourists in cities, much of which went unreported in the mainstream travel press,”
says Malloy, an attorney from Bethesda, Md. “I wondered: Would I feel safe walking alone at night, or taking a rideshare to a more casual location? The honest answer was no.” He canceled his trip. Malloy isn’t alone. It’s been a busy year for government travel warnings, but those notices don’t address the personal risk factors to an individual traveler. And as a result, many travelers are wondering how to answer the question: Is the place I’m planning to visit safe? How do you determine if a destination is safe? As travelers start thinking about their 2026 trips, personal safety is coming into focus. Andrew Coggins, a Management and International Business
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Professor at Pace University, says determining how dangerous a place is can be tricky. It’s a balance between your own risk tolerance and the conditions on the ground. But he says Malloy followed the right steps. “Some key indicators of dangerous destinations are unstable governments, civil unrest, and high crime,” he explains. “These don’t always get above the news radar, but watching and listening to vetted news sources with a global outlook can keep you abreast of what’s going on around the world.” Pro strategies for figuring out travel risk in 2026 Experts say travel next year will be fraught with risks, including crime to geopolitical turmoil. But there are ways to ensure you
Illustration by Dustin Elliott know the dangers before you commit to a trip. Cast a wide net. No single source is completely reliable, according to John Rose, Chief Risk Advisor for ALTOUR, a global corporate travel management company. “Safety is dynamic, so it’s essential to cross-reference data points, from crime trends to health infrastructure to geopolitical stability,
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rather than rely on a single source,” he says. Check official and unofficial sources. Sure, the State Department is an official source, but don’t stop there when looking for safety advice, says Harding Bush, Associate Director of Security Operations at Global Rescue. “To assess the safety of Travel In 2026, Page 3A
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