Half a century ago, several architecturally significant buildings transformed Chicago’s skyline and helped reestablish the city as a world-class destination. About a year after the Sears Tower (now Willis Tower) rose as the world’s tallest building, Hyatt Regency Chicago opened in August 1974. A second tower was completed in 1980, making the hotel one of … Read more
Delta Air Lines plans to launch a new daily nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport, scheduled to begin Dec. 21 pending approval from the United States Department of Transportation. The carrier’s partnership with GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes will extend connectivity across Brazil, enabling seamless connections … Read more
In a captivating fusion of East and West, İstanbul has long fascinated travelers as the city that bridges Asia and Europe. Part of the metropolis sits on the Asian continent while the remainder occupies Europe, making it the world’s only true transcontinental city. This strategic location established İstanbul as a pivotal trading hub along historic … Read more
After a major renovation of its 853 guestrooms and suites, a redesigned club lounge and the addition of a new dining venue, Grand Hyatt Taipei has unveiled Café, a spacious 290-seat restaurant featuring one of Asia’s most extensive buffet experiences. Situated on the hotel’s ground floor, Café brings together nearly three dozen chefs across several … Read more
It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Nice, France, with us. Located in Place Masséna, the Fountain of the Sun features a marble Apollo surrounded by five bronze statues. Removed in the 1970s amid controversy, it was restored to its original spot … Read more
An original design drawing for the Concorde aircraft is being offered at auction when Bonhams returns to the Royal Air Force Museum in Hendon, U.K., on April 29 for its annual sale. The technical sketch, dated September 10, 1968 and signed by test pilot Brian Trubshaw, is estimated at $1,500–2,300. The Concorde prototype first flew … Read more
Kimpton Hotels & Resorts has opened its first United Kingdom property, the Kimpton Fitzroy London, situated in Bloomsbury. Housed in a landmark building dating back to 1898, the hotel features more than 300 guestrooms and suites, a grand ballroom, several dining venues and a 24-hour fitness center. The design pays tribute to the building’s heritage … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans has completed a thoughtful renovation of its Maison Orleans Club accommodations and lounge. Known as “a hotel within a hotel,” Maison Orleans provides a more intimate and exclusive stay while retaining the personalized service the property is known for. Joanna Kerr Design led the redesign, blending eclectic furniture, artwork, and accessories … Read more
© Alexander Reitter | Dreamstime.comTravel doesn’t always mean visiting the biggest cities. Across Europe there are countless small, charming destinations — fishing villages, cliff-top towns and tranquil lakeside retreats — that offer an intimate, memorable experience away from the crowds. © 3quarks | Dreamstime.comKokkari, on Greece’s Samos Island, feels like a living myth. Surrounded by … Read more
Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, has unveiled a new terminal at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport aimed at boosting the city’s appeal to international carriers. Officials hope the modern facility will attract flights that currently favor larger regional hubs such as Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, according to a report by USA Today. The newly opened Terminal 3 cost … Read more