Maui’s Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, will host Hawaiʻi’s first Nobu restaurant, set to open next summer. Nobu at Grand Wailea expands the celebrated Japanese restaurant empire founded by Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De Niro to the islands, bringing the brand’s signature cuisine and hospitality to Wailea Bay. © Courtesy of Rockwell Group The … Read more

One of Alaska’s most luxurious — and most remote — properties is now welcoming guests. Perched within Denali National Park on a rocky glacier outcrop known as a nunatak, The Sheldon Chalet occupies an extraordinary location on the flanks of North America’s tallest peak. Its setting alone is remarkable, and the guest experience builds on … Read more

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows is one of Hawai’i’s original oceanfront escapes, welcoming guests for generations. Situated on the world-famous Ka’anapali Beach, the resort occupies 27 acres of lush, tropical gardens and offers a classic island getaway with modern comforts. Its prime beachfront location, island-inspired design, and variety of experiences make it an appealing choice … Read more

The Knickerbocker Hotel has partnered with renowned tobacconist Nat Sherman to launch a rooftop cigar lounge. Scheduled to open this fall, the upscale lounge will feature a carefully curated selection of Nat Sherman cigars, including favorites from the Sterling, 1930 and Timeless Collections. Michael Herklots, Vice President at Nat Sherman, will be on hand to … Read more

Fact and fiction alike have linked the city of Salzburg to a memorable scene from the 1965 film The Sound of Music. The film, inspired by the story of the von Trapp family in pre–World War II Austria, portrays a dramatic flight to freedom. During a performance at a music festival as war clouds gather, … Read more

Copa Airlines recently marked its 75th anniversary by revealing a Boeing 737-800 NG painted in a livery inspired by the airline’s 1990s look. That decade was pivotal for Copa as it expanded its network, established the Hub of the Americas, strengthened connections across the continent, and promoted Panama as a global gateway. More than 30 … Read more

In January 2026 the Florida Keys added a new luxury private oceanfront retreat: Albury Landing. Designed exclusively for private buyouts, the property blends the privacy of a private residence with the service and amenities of a five-star resort. Interior design studio Studio IDC and architectural firm D’Asign Source describe the aesthetic as “Hemingway Chic,” a … Read more

Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, recently made its first U.S. port call at Port Canaveral. The vessel arrived carrying nearly 5,500 guests and about 2,200 crew members as it begins its North American deployment. Constructed at a cost exceeding $1 billion, Symphony of the Seas has a maximum capacity … Read more

There are clear winners and losers at Mexico City’s Benito Juarez International Airport; unfortunately, the losers are often travelers. Earlier this year, Mexico’s antitrust agency COFECE published a report highlighting a severe lack of competition at the airport. Two publicly traded carriers—Aeromexico and Volaris—dominate departures, controlling roughly 42 percent and 13 percent of outbound seats … Read more

The idea of escaping everyday life inspires many vacation plans, but it’s often harder to achieve than imagined. Frequently, as soon as “all” feels distant, the trip ends and reality returns. A world cruise changes that. The generous time at sea lets passengers truly leave the familiar behind and discover new interests and rhythms to … Read more