It’s an unwritten rule in business travel: the more appealing the destination, the more productive meetings and memorable networking become. Reykjavík, Iceland’s compact and easily walkable capital, fits that brief perfectly. With growing cruise traffic and improved accessibility, the city is an increasingly popular choice for combining focused work with unique local experiences. The name … Read more

Flanked by ski-studded peaks of the Balkan range and lying downwind from the fragrant pines of Vitosha Mountain, Sofia combines stunning scenery with a strategic position between Europe and Asia. That crossroads location has helped the Bulgarian capital emerge as a thriving hub for startups, consistently ranking among the top global cities for new businesses. … Read more

Iberia has introduced a signature fragrance, Mediterráneo de Iberia, which will be used across its fleet and in VIP lounges as part of the airline’s broader brand renewal. By becoming the first carrier to develop and use a proprietary scent, Iberia aims to strengthen its identity and offer passengers a distinct and memorable sensory welcome. … Read more

Hong Kong Airlines will introduce a new three-times-weekly service to Australia beginning January 8, 2016. The triangular route will operate from Hong Kong (HKG) to Gold Coast (OOL), continue to Cairns (CNS), and then return to Hong Kong. Flights will be operated with an Airbus A330 configured with 292 seats, including 32 business-class seats. Li … Read more

Mandarin Oriental invites discerning travelers to unique cultural experiences through its Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Journeys program. Developed in collaboration with luxury travel curator The Luminaire, the program presents carefully crafted itineraries at select Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide, designed to deepen guests’ connection to each destination. The Met Opera © Mandarin Oriental, New York Across the … Read more

BURGUNDY, a region of quiet, medieval stone villages and compact vineyards in eastern France, produces some of the world’s most celebrated wines using only two grape varieties. White Burgundies are made entirely from Chardonnay and reds entirely from Pinot Noir. While these grapes are planted worldwide and can yield outstanding wines elsewhere, Burgundy remains unique … Read more

Looking for a fresh Valentine’s Day tradition? Corinthia Hotels is presenting special Valentine’s packages at two of its most romantic properties in Lisbon and Prague. Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Portugal’s lively capital with a private spa ritual for two at the Corinthia Hotel Lisbon’s expansive 37,000-square-foot spa. The package features a 50-minute full-body aromatherapy massage … Read more

DON’T EXPECT TURIN TO FIT your usual image of Italy. It’s thoroughly Italian — the evening passeggiata, appreciation of fine food and wine, and lively café culture are all here — but you won’t find medieval cobbled lanes, crumbling hilltop castles or works by Michelangelo (he never visited). Instead, Turin offers traces of Roman history, … Read more

Compared with many other countries, Americans receive relatively few paid vacation days. For most U.S. jobs, the typical vacation allotment starts at two weeks and may increase with tenure or promotion. Despite the widespread perception that Americans work long hours and take minimal time off, recent data show a shift in how vacation time is … Read more

Ask a Seattleite where to find a great cup of coffee and you’ll likely get an enthusiastic nod toward the whole city. Seattle’s coffee culture stretches from historic neighborhood cafes to global chains. One of the city’s oldest coffeehouses, Café Encore, dates back to 1958, and Seattle is famously the birthplace of Starbucks, which began … Read more