Few destinations evoke romantic luxury as vividly as the lakes that fan out amid the mountains north of Milan. Elegant villas perch in lush gardens, their windows framing mirrored reflections of snow-capped Alps. Almost every view feels postcard-perfect. Lake Maggiore, which stretches from just north of Milan into Switzerland, may not be the largest, but … Read more
Ready to find balance? The four-night, five-day Shakti Kumaon Village Walk by Shakti Himalayas is an ideal blend of gentle hiking, local culture and restorative wellness. This carefully curated trip includes accommodation at Shakti 360° Leti, a five-star retreat set high in the Himalayas and known for its emphasis on wellbeing. Views of Shakti Himalayas … Read more
Yes, your bed may glow green along the edges — and why not? You’re staying at the W Mexico City, where a multimillion-dollar renovation has refreshed the hotel with bold, modern touches and memorable experiences. The newly designed Living Room Bar serves inventive cocktails like the Red Delux, a bourbon-based drink infused with smoked strawberry … Read more
Grand Cayman, the largest of the Cayman Islands, is now home to the first Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants property on the island. Located on the renowned Seven Mile Beach, the new Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa offers 266 guest rooms, each with a private balcony and many with sea views. The property also includes a … Read more
We celebrate our milestone 200th issue by counting down some of our most memorable travel moments and sharing personal recommendations. Explore 200 anecdotes, memories and stories from the people behind the pages of Global Traveler. 20 Global Traveler memories 1. Meeting the celebrity speakers at various GT Tested Reader Survey awards. 2. The thrill of … Read more
Trails of Indochina, a company specializing in curated small‑group tours that aim to create memorable, transformative travel experiences, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2019 with special departures: a March journey to Thailand and Myanmar and an October itinerary through Vietnam and Cambodia, each personally escorted by founder John Tue Nguyen. The company’s redesigned interactive website … Read more
© Kemaltaner | Dreamstime.comA recent study by TotallyMoney.com ranked the world’s most cultural cities using measures such as the number of theaters, museums, art galleries and Michelin-starred restaurants. If you prefer museums, performances and culinary excellence over beaches and nightlife, these cities offer exceptionally rich cultural experiences. © Europhotos | Dreamstime.comAmsterdam leads the list with … Read more
Who wouldn’t enjoy a cruise on a small luxury ship where every stateroom is a suite, onboard gratuities are included, most drinks—from sodas and coffees to cocktails and Champagne—are covered by the fare, and dining is a true culinary pleasure? Imagine shore excursions that run seamlessly and a personal butler who is always on call. … Read more
Airlines that aim to improve on-time performance sometimes leave late-arriving passengers behind. New scheduling technology at United Airlines is helping reduce that problem. According to Fortune, United is testing a program that changes how departure times are managed. Airlines traditionally target a fixed departure time known as D-Zero. United’s tool, called “Dynamic D-Zero,” monitors late-arriving … Read more
Wherever I looked, gleaming skyscrapers and construction cranes filled the sky. Then we drove into another Dubai — Bastakiya, the city’s oldest quarter. The scene shifted dramatically to reveal 19th-century courtyard houses, narrow souks and winding lanes. Wind towers dotted the rooftops, providing a reminder of traditional, passive cooling techniques. There have been many Dubais … Read more