Recent headlines about airplane seating have mostly highlighted how cramped economy cabins have become. Bombardier, the Canadian aircraft manufacturer, is taking a different approach by designing a new single-aisle jet with roomier seats and passenger-focused features. Its goal is to respond to growing demand for more personal space without compromising overall efficiency. Unveiled at the … Read more

MEDIEVAL BRIDGES, sky-kissing spires and some of the cheapest beer in Europe are just a few of the features that make Prague a magical destination after dark. Once dubbed the unofficial Paris of Eastern Europe, the Czech capital now stands on its own, drawing visitors to its cobblestone streets, tucked-away pubs and unique character. The … Read more

Delta Air Lines has teamed up with lifestyle brand Lands’ End to introduce a new uniform collection that emphasizes service, style and quality for its workforce. The program covers uniforms for some 60,000 employees around the globe. Lands’ End will produce uniforms designed by Zac Posen for above-wing Airport Customer Service ticket and gate agents, … Read more

Where to begin? About 990 feet up is as good a place as any. An express elevator takes us from ground level to the 74th floor of the Etihad Towers in 60 seconds. With our ears popping, we step onto the polished marble and find Abu Dhabi laid out below like an architect’s scale model. … Read more

Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood hosts its own spirited take on Oktoberfest. Now in its 17th year, Fremont Oktoberfest (Sept. 20–22) draws inspiration from Munich’s famous celebration but adds the neighborhood’s characteristic creativity and local flavor. Like the original festival, Fremont Oktoberfest puts beer at the center of the festivities. The event blends tradition and local innovation, … Read more

On Dec. 31, 1999, the United States officially transferred control of the Panama Canal to the Panamanian government, closing a chapter that began more than a century earlier. U.S. influence over the canal began to wane after the 1978 approval of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, which set the stage for the eventual handover. Starting in 2000, … Read more

Attention cranky airline gate agents: we’ve seen the future, and it doesn’t need you to slow passengers down. Miami International Airport has partnered with SITA, a global air transport IT provider, to introduce new technology aimed at smoothing the travel experience. As part of MIA’s $6.4 billion capital improvement program, this seven-year agreement will pilot … Read more

Qatar Airways has further expanded its fleet with the delivery of three new aircraft in a single day. The arrivals—two Boeing 787 Dreamliners and one Boeing 777—bring the airline’s total fleet to 129 passenger and cargo aircraft. Delivered to its hub at the modern Hamad International Airport, the new additions increase Qatar’s fleet to 17 … Read more

Discover romance and adventure in the Rocky Mountain wilderness of Gunnison-Crested Butte. Stay in a private cabin at Three Rivers Resort on the Taylor River, where rooms feature a cozy gas-log fireplace, a private hot tub, and easy access to high-altitude skiing. If you prefer a bed-and-breakfast atmosphere, The Ruby of Crested Butte offers a … Read more

High-concept cocktails on Level 102 of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong come with breathtaking views. Now the city skyline provides the ideal backdrop for the new Exclusive 12 bar experience at The Lounge & Bar of the world’s highest hotel. Up to 12 guests settle into luxurious leather chairs at the intricately carved bar to enjoy … Read more