For more than 700 years, Ashford Castle has stood on the shores of Lough Corrib as an iconic landmark in County Mayo’s green, rolling landscape. Throughout December the property invites descendants of Mayo who live around the world to “come home” as part of The Gathering. The Gathering Stay package includes two nights in a … Read more

Could 2019 be the breakthrough year for flying cars? Uber clearly hopes so. At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last month, the ride‑hailing company and Bell Helicopter presented a concept for a new type of air taxi. The two firms revealed a scale model of a hybrid‑electric vehicle called Nexus. Uber and Bell … Read more

Finnair has announced a range of route and service enhancements for 2018, including increased frequencies on several European routes and a refreshed business-class offering. Beginning in June, Finnair will increase flights to Lisbon (LIS), operating daily services throughout the summer. Barcelona (BCN) will see up to 18 weekly frequencies during the high season. Additional summer … Read more

While destinations like Patagonia, the Atacama Desert and Torres del Paine already draw many U.S. adventure travelers, the newer Lakes & Volcanoes Route is emerging as a standout circuit. This route offers a striking combination of active volcanoes, glacial lakes and temperate rainforests that make for dramatic scenery and memorable outdoor experiences. Stretching across multiple … Read more

The message is clear: if an airline advertises a “lie-flat” seat, passengers expect a seat that truly lies flat. Nearly seven years ago, a Lufthansa passenger flying business class from Mumbai to Dallas complained that the advertised lie-flat seat only partially reclined, preventing him from sleeping comfortably. Lufthansa countered that the terminology matters, arguing a … Read more

The Gant in Aspen, Colorado, is an excellent base for a luxury stay with memorable all-season outdoor experiences. Below are curated activities and excursions available through the property that showcase the region’s scenery and adventure options. © Nomad Inc. and Moab Heli X Heli-Canyoneering For a dramatic canyon adventure, The Gant partners with local outfitter … Read more

Who doesn’t love a spooky address for Halloween? This year, two distinct Hogwarts-themed Halloween programs are staged amid the atmospheric halls, hidden rooms and shadowed grounds of Ireland’s Ashford Castle. Created with families in mind, each program blends themed activities, entertainment and dining in a setting that captures the magic of the season. The first … Read more

You can feel it almost as soon as you arrive: you are in Mexico, but this is different. This is Yucatán — a Mexican state with an identity so distinct it feels like a country within a country. For centuries Yucatán was isolated from the Mexican interior; until the mid-20th century most contact with the … Read more

In January, Norwegian Cruise Line announced an expanded set of routes for the 2019–2020 cruising seasons that highlight new ship features and a wide range of warm-weather destinations. The company’s newest vessel, Norwegian Bliss, will operate summer sailings from New York to the Bahamas and continue service into the following season. The Bliss is designed … Read more

The craze for luxury cocktail bars shows no signs of slowing. From sculpted designer ice and Mad Men–inspired classics to a renewed interest in Polynesian-style Tiki drinks, innovative bars continue to attract attention. At the same time, kegged cocktails and thoughtfully paired cocktail-and-food experiences are building loyal followings among enthusiasts. In Madrid, Le Cabrera showcases … Read more