Although Mexico City is only a few hours by plane from many parts of the United States, it remains unfamiliar to many Americans because of outdated impressions. While the city did experience serious security problems in the 1990s, its homicide rate today is lower than that of Washington, D.C. Air quality has improved significantly since … Read more

Sofitel New York has teamed up with renowned Murray’s Cheese to celebrate National Cheese Day on June 4. To mark the occasion, the hotel will host une petite fromagerie from 4–8 p.m. in its signature restaurant, Gaby Brasserie Française. Murray’s Cheese, one of New York City’s most respected and long-standing cheese shops, will lead the … Read more

This summer a landmark Flatiron building in San Francisco will reopen as the San Francisco Proper Hotel, marking the city’s first new luxury-lifestyle hotel in more than a decade. The hotel’s neighborhood has a layered history. Once a retreat for high society where Deco glamour met gritty dive bars, the area later fell into decline. … Read more

Canopy by Hilton Cancun La Isla has unveiled a fresh lineup of social events for early 2021, centered around its rooftop venue, Wander Rooftop, and the on-site dining concept Azulinda Café & Bar. From March 4–8 the hotel will host a five-day yoga and music wellness retreat called Rise & Vibe. The program includes daily … Read more

A modern luxury hotel will debut in South Florida this summer. Lennox Hotel Miami promises an authentic Miami experience with bold, contemporary luxury. The hotel occupies the historic Peter Miller Hotel, originally built in 1936 in the heart of Miami Beach’s distinctive historic district. The property underwent a comprehensive renovation that preserves the building’s Art … Read more

Starwood Preferred Guest and American Express have expanded the benefits available with the SPG Credit Card from American Express. These enhancements, effective August 11, are designed to provide greater value and convenience for frequent travelers and loyal SPG members. Key upgrades to the card benefits include: No foreign transaction fees, making international purchases and ATM … Read more

ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: I arrived on the inaugural United Airlines flight from Newark to Madeira and, after a warm welcome to the island, made my way to Reid’s Palace, a Belmond Hotel, Madeira. Check-in was friendly and efficient: staff offered bottled water and, when my room was not yet ready, they stored my luggage and kindly directed … Read more

The new James Bond film Spectre has grossed more than $294 million since its release, and now travelers can channel their inner spy with Sceptre’s James Bond 007 London tour. Sceptre creates distinctive, carefully curated travel experiences for discerning guests. The featured excursion, the “James Bond 007, Spies & Villains Private Black Cab Tour,” guides … Read more

Seattle consistently ranks among the nation’s greenest cities. The city began mandating recycling as early as 2009 and has since expanded its environmental agenda to include renewable energy, bans on certain single-use items, and increased public electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Those sustainability efforts extend to the Port of Seattle and its cruise terminals. In 2009 … Read more

Star light, star bright — if your travel mantra includes skiing under the moon, head to Switzerland and experience authentic full moon skiing in Nendaz. Perched above the Rhône Valley in the Four Valleys ski region, Nendaz offers sweeping views of the Bernese, Valais and Vaud Alps. Its historic village center, dotted with traditional timber … Read more