Marriott announced it has trained 500,000 hotel employees to recognize and respond to human trafficking. The company launched a mandatory human trafficking awareness program for on-property staff in 2017 and has since expanded the training across its global operations. “Human trafficking is a horrific form of modern slavery that entraps millions of people around the … Read more

British Airways has announced several updates to its in-flight service on routes to and from China and Hong Kong. The changes are intended to make the travel experience more comfortable and culturally authentic for passengers on those routes. Among the new amenities, World Traveler Plus and Club World customers will be offered dark blue slippers, … Read more

IT WAS AN EXPERIENCE IN FIRSTS during my recent trip to Bogotá, Colombia: my first visit to Colombia, my first time in South America, my first stay at a Grand Hyatt and my first Swedish massage — all at Zaitania Spa, the largest spa in Colombia, South America and the Caribbean, located on the third … Read more

Ready to unplug? Greet the day with a Kayak at Dawn self-guided tour of a sunken forest at Chepu Adventures Eco Lodge in Chepu on Chiloé Island, Insular Patagonia. This low-key lodge runs primarily on wind and solar power, and its battery-powered kayaks are charged via wind generators. Instead of traffic, nightclubs, and crowded lobbies, … Read more

The inaugural AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival launches this March with the ambition of reshaping the international culinary festival scene and putting African-made spirits and cuisine squarely into global gastronomic conversations. Reflecting the meaning of ajabu—wondrous or amazing—the two-part festival takes place in Johannesburg March 10–13 and Cape Town March 13–18, showcasing a new generation … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: After a long day of navigating winter weather, flight changes and delays, my colleagues and I were relieved to arrive at AKA Beverly Hills. The check-in process was smooth and efficient, and a hotel representative escorted me to my third-floor suite. Along the way we passed a terrace, an outdoor lounge reserved for guests. … Read more

Experience the mystery and wonder of Stonehenge at the newly opened Stonehenge Visitor’s Centre. Located about 1.5 miles from the stone circle, the centre gives visitors the choice to walk through the restored landscape or travel by shuttle. The surrounding fields have been returned to a natural state, removing the old buildings and parking areas … Read more

İstanbul blends ancient heritage and contemporary energy — a city where Europe meets Asia, where diverse cultures and faiths intersect, and where lively street life in dense neighborhoods offers endlessly compelling scenes. Over the past decade İstanbul has undergone rapid physical and economic transformation. Business travelers returning after a long absence will notice that Taksim … Read more

I had wanted to play Royal County Down since my first trip to Ireland many years ago. Tourism Ireland and friends had urged me to visit, but it wasn’t until an unplanned spring golf outing that we finally secured a tee time. After a morning exploring Titanic Belfast and the ship’s dry dock, we took … Read more

In the crown of cosmopolitan European capitals, Stockholm’s jewel glows where historic charm meets a forward-thinking, tech-savvy population. The city’s islands and waterways create striking contrasts across the picturesque archipelago. From scenic canal cruises to plates of classic Swedish seafood such as herring and mackerel, Stockholm’s dedication to presentation and detail shows in every neighborhood. … Read more