Hilton Worldwide is expanding in Latin America with a new-build Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Santa Marta, Colombia. Scheduled to open in 2017, the Hilton Santa Marta marks the company’s 14th hotel project in Colombia, joining seven existing hotels and seven projects under development. Situated on one of Santa Marta’s most popular beachfront locations, … Read more
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has launched a new nonstop route linking Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) with Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The inaugural flight departed recently after a traditional sake ceremony and a musical Taiko drum performance by the Kaminari Taiko ensemble, celebrating the new connection between Japan and the U.S. Gulf Coast. The … Read more
This year, Visit Dallas announced approved plans for an expanded 2.5-million-square-foot convention center, to be built adjacent to the existing Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas. The new facility will include approximately 800,000 square feet of exhibit space and 300,000 square feet of meeting and breakout space, featuring a 160,000-square-foot ballroom. Construction on the estimated … Read more
Two relatively new hotels in Chicago deliver distinctly different experiences for visitors, each reflecting its neighborhood and design priorities. In 2022, The Emily Hotel Chicago opened in Fulton Market, the former 19th-century meatpacking district that has transformed into a trendy, gentrified corner of the West Loop. After acquiring the former ACE Hotel for $63 million, … Read more
Amtrak and Google have teamed up to make it easier for travelers to choose more sustainable intercity transportation. Through a new direct data integration, Google Search now displays up-to-date Amtrak departure times, trip durations, and fares directly on the results page. When a traveler selects a specific train, they can click through to Amtrak.com to … Read more
Luxury cruise line Explora Journeys has announced an exclusive collaboration with Hilton to launch Hilton Honors Adventures, an extension of Hilton’s award-winning loyalty program. The partnership blends the freedom and discovery of ocean travel with the benefits and recognition of Hilton Honors. Hilton Honors members will gain an elevated way to explore the world at … Read more
Western Sweden and its coastal region have become a draw for travelers seeking small-town charm, excellent food and beautiful scenery. The city of Gothenburg perfectly captures this mix, offering vibrant dining and café scenes alongside scenic waterfronts and leafy streets. Coffee culture is thriving here, and the Swedish tradition of the afternoon coffee break — … Read more
June 21–Jan. 6, 2019, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C., presented “Trevor Paglen: Sites Unseen.” Working at the crossroads of art, science, and geography, Trevor Paglen’s photographic and image-based projects prompt viewers to confront systems and objects that are typically hidden from public view. His work probes questions of surveillance, secrecy, and privacy … Read more
One major consequence of the pandemic and its attendant travel restrictions over the past 18 months has been a wholesale reassessment and rapid evolution of loyalty programs across the travel industry—from airlines and hotels to cruise lines and rental car firms. These programs are no longer mere customer perks; in many cases they represent a … Read more
The Recaro Aircraft Seating CL3710 entered service on March 31, when Etihad Airways’ new Airbus A350-1000 took its inaugural flight. Although designed for economy class, the CL3710 is well suited for long-haul travel and was recognized with a 2019 Crystal Cabin Award for its comfort-focused design improvements. © Etihad Airways The CL3710 features a 13.3-inch … Read more