Arrival/Check-In: A Grand Hyatt Hong Kong representative met me at my gate at Hong Kong International Airport, escorted me to baggage claim, waited for my luggage and introduced me to my driver, who took me in a Mercedes-Benz sedan for the 35-minute drive into the city. Because I was booked on the Grand Club executive … Read more

When considering international business destinations, Africa is often overlooked in favor of cities in Europe or Asia. Yet the continent hosts several countries and cities that are well positioned for commerce and investment. The rankings below are based on the Ease of Doing Business metric compiled by the Doing Business project. This measure evaluates how … Read more

Make your way to Grand Central Terminal this holiday season to enjoy a full slate of family-friendly activities, unique shopping opportunities, and festive dining. The iconic New York City transportation hub is once again transforming into a seasonal destination, offering visitors an array of indoor experiences that celebrate the holidays while highlighting the Terminal’s historic … Read more

Arrival/Check-in: The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle for air travelers, although we arrived by car. Despite arriving early, our room was ready and a staff member quickly reviewed the room’s amenities with us. We had planned to meet a colleague at the hotel restaurant, but it closes between 2:00 and 5:30 p.m. Fortunately, our room … Read more

London’s Gatwick Airport has opened the world’s first airport-based gin distillery. The Nicholas Culpeper, located in the North Terminal, combines an on-site distillery with dining and bar service, creating a distinctive pre-flight experience for travelers. The venue produces its own signature spirit, The Nicholas Culpeper London Dry Gin, distilled in small 12-liter batches using ingredients … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: The entrance to the 450-room property is impressive and welcoming. Valet attendants promptly took our car and luggage. We arrived a bit early, expecting a nearby meeting, which ultimately was canceled, giving us time to relax and have lunch before our room was ready. After dining, we returned to the hotel and soon our … Read more

Tee off on National Golf Day (May 10) at outstanding resort courses that welcome players of all levels. © The Quail The Quail Located in the heart of Carmel Valley, The Quail Golf Club at The Quail offers an 18-hole, par-71 layout stretching roughly 6,500 yards. Designed by Robert Muir Graves and refined by Todd … Read more

Luxury resort destination Grand Lakes Orlando is hosting a three-day restorative wellness retreat in August at the resort’s dedicated 40,000-square-foot The Ritz-Carlton Spa. Open to both local residents and overnight guests, the retreat offers personalized health consultations, expert-led talks, structured wellness programming and restorative spa experiences. The retreat runs from Aug. 22–24. © Grande Lakes … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: Moorea is a short 35-minute boat ride from Papeete. Our flight landed at 6 a.m., and by 7:30 a.m. we had reached the resort by boat and local taxi. Because our room was not ready for another few hours, staff welcomed us in the open-air lobby with refreshing punch, floral leis and cool towels … Read more

The James Hotels have partnered with New York boutique fitness brand ChaiseFitness to introduce a fitness program designed for health-conscious travelers who want to maintain wellness routines and discover unique city experiences while on the road. As part of The James Hotels’ Urban Wellness initiative, The James New York and The James Chicago now offer … Read more