Explore Australia with a new 12-day, 11-night itinerary from Extraordinary Journeys. This carefully crafted tour blends city life, pristine wildlife, culinary discovery and iconic Outback landscapes, taking travelers from Sydney’s vibrant neighborhoods to the wild beauty of Kangaroo Island, the renowned wineries of the Barossa Valley and the dramatic Flinders Ranges. Small-group excursions and private … Read more

Arizona’s Lawrence Dunham Vineyards has opened a new Wine Gallery in downtown Scottsdale, bringing wines from its 40-acre vineyard in the Chiricahua Foothills of southeastern Arizona directly to city visitors. The tasting room and shop showcase the estate’s small-batch bottlings, including the well-regarded Petite Sirah, which received an 88-point rating from Wine Spectator. The Wine … Read more

Peering through a snorkeling mask reveals a window to wonder in the clear waters of Papua New Guinea’s Kimbe Bay, which shelters more than 60 percent of the coral species found across the Indo-Pacific. That glimpse is only a small sample of the vibrant biodiversity—both marine and terrestrial—that awaits in one of the world’s most … Read more

United Airlines has announced 11 new seasonal routes from multiple hubs to expand its summer schedule. The new summer services start in June and link United’s hubs with popular destinations across Oregon, California, Colorado, Florida, Michigan and Nova Scotia. These additions complete the carrier’s previously announced network growth for the season, bringing the total to … Read more

SkyTeam is offering a chance to win a Round-the-World dream trip and a National Geographic Expedition. The contest is free to enter on SkyTeam’s Facebook page. This two-phase promotion lets one winner receive a SkyTeam Go Round-the-World pass, which can include up to 15 destinations on a single ticket and travel on any of SkyTeam’s … Read more

San Francisco’s Stanford Court is presenting a special Mother’s Day package designed for mothers and daughters. Perched on the iconic Nob Hill, the 393-room hotel pairs a stylish overnight stay with a beauty-focused afternoon hosted in collaboration with theBalm Cosmetics at their new Mission District flagship. The experience begins with a welcome glass of Champagne … Read more

Tel Aviv truly lives up to its nickname, “the city that never stops.” With a lively nightlife that regularly stretches into the early morning hours, this seaside city has earned comparisons to Miami and draws energetic crowds from around Israel and abroad. Evenings in Tel Aviv often begin gently, with people gathering at outdoor cafés … Read more

When National Geographic partners with a travel experience, you can expect something memorable and thoughtfully crafted. National Geographic Expeditions has teamed up with Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours to introduce a new series of river cruises that blend Scenic’s all-inclusive luxury with National Geographic’s long-standing commitment to exploration, science and conservation. Each sailing includes a … Read more

While I enjoy an occasional glass of chilled Chardonnay, I never imagined being massaged with it—until my visit to the Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos Golf and Spa Resort. Spa treatments that use winemaking by-products may sound unusual, but vinotherapy is gaining popularity. Cosmetic vinotherapy began in France in 1999 with Les Sources de Caudalie … Read more

It’s festival season in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. The celebrations begin on June 9 in Echternach with violinist and 2017 artist-in-residence Daniel Hope, who opens the International Festival Echternach with a concert followed by a master class on June 10. The Echternach programme also features pianist Igor Levit; the Orchestre Symphonique de l’École de … Read more