Arrival/Check-In: Flying in from Cairo, we landed at 3 a.m., which proved to be a very busy time at Dubai International Airport. The airport train was full of travelers all heading toward the same goals: collect luggage, clear immigration and reach the hotel for a short rest before a busy day. From the moment we … Read more

Named for an exotic tropical flower favored by hummingbirds, the new Heliconia Spa at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Central Pacific in Puntarenas, Costa Rica offers treatments in secluded thatch-roof bungalows set amid lush gardens. Therapies use 100 percent natural, locally sourced ingredients, and signature services—such as the Bird of Paradise Scalp Massage, Tropical Massage, and … Read more

Social media has made it increasingly simple to book travel directly from posts and ads, including hotels, flights and excursions promoted by travel companies. A recent example appears on Instagram, where European low-cost carrier easyJet has introduced a new tool that lets users turn inspiration into confirmed trips without leaving the app ecosystem. Known for … Read more

In France, the United States and Australia the grape is called Grenache; in Spain it is Garnacha. Across the globe it appears under many names—from Italy to Mexico, Morocco to Croatia—reflecting its widespread plantings. Despite being one of the world’s most widely grown grapes, Garnacha often remains unfamiliar to many wine drinkers because it is … Read more

MEZCLAR NEGOCIOS CON PLACER — mixing business with pleasure — is effortless in Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Hospitality frequently anchors corporate travel to this Caribbean coastline, where business travelers attend conferences at coastal resorts or meet with developers and construction firms shaping the 80-mile corridor between Cancún and Tulum. With countless activities and numerous luxury resorts, … Read more

The architectural character of Santa Barbara is distinctive and largely unique. Influential architects such as George Washington Smith and Lutah Marie Riggs helped shape the city’s look, but the best way to understand Santa Barbara’s architecture is to see it in person.   Lotusland © Visit Santa Barbara Below are some of the top places … Read more

The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list has been released, celebrating the top bars shaping the global cocktail scene. For the first time, the top honor went to a bar in Asia: Bar Leone in Hong Kong’s Central district. Inspired by neighborhood bars in Rome where locals meet for aperitivi, coffee and conversation, Bar Leone … Read more

Pay It Forward Retreats has announced its first upscale excursion for 2016. The week-long retreat runs April 10–16 and visits Antigua and Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, with an optional side trip to the Tikal ruins. Designed for female executives, the program combines professional networking, career support and a hands-on global outreach experience. Only 10 spots are … Read more

Even the most romantic daydreams rarely surpass the real magic of Fiji. Bathed in tropical sunlight, this South Pacific paradise combines crystalline lagoons, sugar-white beaches, thatched bures, vibrant rainforests and coral reefs teeming with life—elements that make it an irresistible destination for couples and honeymooners. Fiji’s warm climate is matched by the warmth of its … Read more

The Langham Hospitality Group has begun construction on The Langham, Venice, a major restoration and conversion of the historic Casino Mocenigo and an adjacent Murano glass factory on the island of Murano. The development will transform these historic structures into a luxury resort that celebrates Venetian heritage while offering contemporary comforts. Slated to open in … Read more