Travelers to Saxony seeking European grandeur now have a new attraction to discover. The recently opened Hall of Giants at the Royal Palace in Dresden sits in the city’s historic quarter along the River Elbe and offers approximately 7,000 square feet of exhibition space. As an extension of the Dresden State Art Collection’s renowned display … Read more

Local musicians and international performers will gather in Jerusalem from March 31 to April 3 for a lively program that spans gospel, jazz and traditional Armenian music. The Sounds of the Old City series presents concerts in front of the Old City’s Jaffa Gate and follows a circular route through the Armenian, Jewish, Muslim and … Read more

Staying at Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, guests enjoy not only the upscale amenities of that boutique hotel but also access to the facilities at its sister property, Velas Vallarta. During my recent stay at Casa Velas, I took full advantage of that benefit—relaxing on the beach, sampling on-site restaurants and treating myself to … Read more

Start the year refreshed with “New Year, New You” at Casa Velas, the adults-only hotel and ocean club in Puerto Vallarta. Designed for small groups of up to eight guests, the package centers on relaxation and wellness with unlimited spa treatments, a stay in the expansive Presidential Suite, and curated activities that showcase the resort’s … Read more

Heidi keeps appearing in my mind. Outside the train window, traditional wooden chalets with red shutters and slate roofs scatter across a snow-covered landscape. Mountain goats and sheep pick their way along icy hillsides, and snow sparkles on distant summits. Around every bend I expect to spot the storybook girl herself. Snow drew me to … Read more

Ted Turner Expeditions now offers an immersive eco-adventure that lets guests witness the seasonal Armendaris Bat Flight in New Mexico. This carefully curated nature and wildlife experience highlights the dramatic nightly emergence of bats from lava caves on private ranchland. The Armendaris Bat Flight tour gives visitors access to Ted Turner’s private Armendaris Ranch, where … Read more

When Cunard Line launched the original trans-Atlantic passenger voyage from Liverpool on July 4, 1840, the ship carried 115 first-class passengers, 600 tons of coal, three cats to chase rats and one cow for fresh milk. Today, 175 years later, the trans-Atlantic crossing remains the emblematic ocean voyage. Cunard is now the only line to … Read more

Need some fresh air? Take your next team meeting outdoors at one of these outstanding venues. Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa in western Colorado offers a variety of scenic outdoor meeting spaces. The Mission Bell Amphitheater, designed in a 1920s Pueblo Revival style with Roman architectural touches, features a large stage and ample seating adjacent … Read more

Abu Dhabi and Dubai are perennial favorites for both business and leisure travelers, continually redefining modern travel with ambitious new developments—from artificial islands and indoor entertainment complexes to ultra-luxurious hotels. With properties proudly advertising 7-, 8- and even 9-star experiences, picking where to stay can be the toughest part of planning a visit. Fortunately, there … Read more

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and American Airlines have finished the first phase of a seven-year, $2.3 billion modernization program. Phase I focused on renovating a section of Terminal A, covering gates A8 through A16. American Airlines introduced a “next generation” airport design that improves check-in and ticketing areas and offers redesigned services for premium … Read more