The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park’s Club Lounge reopened on Sept. 1. Originally unveiled after the hotel’s multimillion-dollar renovation in 2019 as the only five-diamond private club lounge in New York City, its initial run was cut short by the pandemic. © The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park Located on the hotel’s second floor with … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: We arrived in Southampton after crossing the Atlantic on board the Queen Mary 2. Because Cunard does not arrange car pick-ups before departure, I booked a transfer with LimoPlus following a recommendation I read. The drive from Southampton to London was smooth and efficient; our driver, Kumaran, navigated quieter routes when needed. At the … Read more

In fall 2023, Two Trees Management, a Brooklyn-based real estate developer, began opening the first phase of The Refinery at Domino, the centerpiece of the 11-acre Domino Sugar Refinery project. The landmark site has been reimagined by PAU as a 15-story, 460,000-square-foot mixed-use destination that blends modern glass architecture with the preserved industrial masonry of … Read more

Don’t let cold weather keep you from exploring the City of Brotherly Love this winter. Philadelphia remains lively throughout the season, offering indoor and outdoor activities that make a winter visit rewarding and fun. Visit Philadelphia is making winter travel easier with a supersized version of its popular Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package, with rates … Read more

Formerly known as Al Hamra Fort & Beach Resort, the 265-room Hilton Al Hamra Beach & Golf Resort has reopened after an extensive two-year renovation. Located about 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport in the exclusive Al Hamra district of Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost emirate of the United Arab Emirates, the resort combines coastal … Read more

Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep, especially when traveling or away from home? According to the CDC, about one-third of American adults report not getting enough sleep each night. For some people this stems from busy schedules and competing priorities; for others, sleep remains elusive despite their best efforts. Drew Ackerman launched … Read more

The current situation in Argentina’s economy is creating an unusual opportunity for domestic air travel. As Norwegian Air expands into South America, its low-cost model is arriving in Argentina too. Thanks to the weak peso, some domestic fares have fallen to as little as $18 per segment. Starting in mid‑October, the budget carrier began selling … Read more

In 1968 a group of artists, writers and patrons—among them Robert Motherwell—founded a creative residency and public arts center in Provincetown, Massachusetts. That organization, the Fine Arts Work Center, has supported generations of emerging writers and visual artists. Its alumni include poet Louise Glück, novelist Viet Thanh Nguyen, current U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón, and … Read more

Delta Air Lines and ridesharing company Lyft have launched a partnership that lets members of Delta’s loyalty program earn SkyMiles when they book rides. SkyMiles members can now accumulate miles on Lyft trips — not limited to airport rides. Airport trips do qualify for a higher rate as part of the promotional bonus. Members earn … Read more

We’ve watched the automotive industry shift toward electric power to reduce environmental impact, but what about aviation? Although the technology is still evolving, EasyJet is working to bring a fully electric commercial airplane to market within this decade. The airline has partnered with U.S. engineering startup Wright Electric, a team of engineers and battery experts … Read more