Tired of turkey? Bored with the same holiday cookies? Try these seven festive Christmas foods from around the world. Sampling seasonal specialties while you travel can help you discover new favorites to add to your own holiday traditions. In France, the Bûche de Noël is the classic Christmas dessert. This buttercream-filled roll is often decorated … Read more
Longing for a destination steeped in romance and enchanting history? In southwest Germany, a string of soaring castles and resplendent gardens invite travelers to explore stories of love, devotion and courtly intrigue. Begin your journey at the Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg Hill above Stuttgart, which looks out over the Neckar Valley. King Wilhelm I dedicated … Read more
Artwork doesn’t usually come to mind when we think of airports, but more and more terminals are incorporating sculptures, murals and installations to enhance the traveler experience. © EMERALDUMBRELLA STUDIO | DREAMSTIME.COM Outside Denver International Airport, a dramatic sculpture has become impossible to miss. The 32-foot-tall Blue Mustang, with glowing red eyes and visible veining … Read more
Built in 1878 at an elevation of 8,500 feet by Welsh and Cornish miners chasing Colorado gold, the Central City Opera House has a rich performance history. Over its long life the stage has welcomed notable acts such as Buffalo Bill Cody, the P.T. Barnum Circus, Lillian Gish and Beverly Sills. World-renowned baritone Samuel Ramey … Read more
Following nearly $600 million in renovations to its LAX terminal, United Airlines recently broke ground on a new $352 million technical operations facility at Los Angeles International Airport. This investment brings United’s total spending at LAX to nearly $1 billion and is expected to have a meaningful economic impact in the region. United estimates the … Read more
Dramatic mountains. Breathtaking vistas. Spring-like weather year-round. Five-star hotels. For decades these qualities drew an older, affluent crowd to the Portuguese island of Madeira, situated in the Atlantic about 700 miles from the mainland. Notable visitors included George Bernard Shaw, who learned to tango on the lawn of the iconic Reid’s Palace Hotel, and Sir … Read more
Lufthansa is expanding its selection of German-language and international newspapers and magazines for passengers by digitizing its in-flight reading material. Responding to the growing number of travelers who use mobile devices, the airline is introducing a convenient eJournal service that complements its printed offerings. Starting today, Lufthansa passengers can access lh.com/eJournals within three days prior … Read more
Possibly the best invention for hotel workouts, active walking meetings, golf dates or sightseeing in hot, humid climates is the Arctic Cool Instant Cooling Shirt. Using patent-pending HydroFreeze X Technology, these shirts do more than wick sweat—they actively cool you when you begin to perspire. The athletic designs are made from a lightweight, stretchy blend … Read more
Always a top choice for a memorable getaway, Farmington, N.M., offers a wide range of outdoor activities and natural attractions. Off-roading enthusiasts will find Chokecherry Canyon’s network of tracks and trails ideal, with large sand dunes, technical routes, steep hills and sandy arroyos that challenge riders of every skill level. Anglers can choose from five … Read more
No need to compromise your food ethics while traveling. Intrepid Travel now offers three new eight-day tours designed specifically for vegan travelers seeking authentic culinary and cultural experiences. The India Vegan Food Adventure visits Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, combining iconic sights—including the Taj Mahal—with immersive street food exploration and hands-on cooking classes that highlight vegan … Read more