ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: From the moment I arrived I was struck by the resort’s expansive open-air lobby, which frames sweeping views of the property down to the beach. To one side the lobby bar, Interlude, offers comfortable indoor and outdoor seating and an extensive wine list. On the opposite side the concierge greeted me warmly and directed … Read more

Fragrant, soothing and rich in antioxidants, tea is the world’s second most consumed beverage after water. If your ideal tea experience is set against a Japanese backdrop, consider visiting Shizuoka, a historic tea-producing region that supplies more than a third of Japan’s tea. Located southwest of Tokyo and east of Nagoya, Shizuoka is about an … Read more

Ocean Casino Resort has announced a multimillion-dollar, property-wide transformation taking place this year as part of a seven-year development plan that began in 2018. “Ocean continues to invest in property enhancements that enable us to provide an unmatched guest experience not only in Atlantic City, but nationwide,” said Bill Callahan, general manager of Ocean Casino … Read more

Travel can be stressful, so London’s Heathrow Airport has introduced a calming natural feature to help ease passengers’ anxiety. Called Garden Gate, the installation is a living green wall made up of more than 1,600 plants and flowers, including Peace Lilies. Positioned to bring a touch of nature into the terminal, the wall aims to … Read more

As I stroll along Amsterdam’s canals on a clear spring morning, sunlight shimmers on the water while cyclists weave through the narrow streets. The city’s slender, leaning houses rise above the sidewalks, and one stretch—where the De Wallen red light district meets the Singel canal—bursts with color. That stretch is Bloemenmarkt, the historic floating flower … Read more

In the post-COVID era, airports have accelerated their adoption of touchless technologies to streamline travel and reduce the spread of germs. From check-in through boarding, passengers increasingly encounter contactless systems that aim to improve efficiency, speed and hygiene without compromising the traveler experience. United Airlines has introduced touchless check-in at Heathrow Airport in London, marking … Read more

Hilton has opened the Conrad brand’s first property in Washington, D.C. Located on New York Avenue within CityCenterDC, Conrad Washington, D.C. introduces a luxury hotel experience aimed at travelers seeking modern design, elevated service and locally inspired dining. The hotel comprises 360 guestrooms across 10 floors and includes 30,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space … Read more

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts opened Rosewood Venice in 2020. The property is the luxury brand’s second hotel in Italy and its eighth in Europe. Housed within a restored 15th-century palazzo near several of the city’s most celebrated landmarks, the hotel preserves the building’s rich history and distinctive character. The hotel offers 50 guestrooms and suites, … Read more

Marriott Hotels has opened its first property in Kazakhstan with the launch of the 271-room Astana Marriott Hotel, situated in the city’s prime business, shopping and entertainment district. The five-star hotel’s interiors combine traditional Kazakh artwork with a palette of neutral tones and vibrant silks, reflecting the country’s historical ties to the ancient Silk Route. … Read more

Which comes first: the road or the vehicle? Will your journey be driven by scenery or by the pure thrill of being behind the wheel? The world offers countless extraordinary routes, from dramatic coastal stretches to high mountain passes and charming rural lanes. For many of these drives, a practical rental car is perfectly adequate—the … Read more