Although many Qatari curators and museum directors take a cautious approach when assembling collections, there are clear efforts to expand the cultural landscape with bold, contemporary exhibitions in government museums, private galleries and public spaces. In late 2011, an 80-foot-tall sculpture by American artist Richard Serra was installed in a newly designed park adjacent to … Read more

Over the years, the Cayman Islands have been widely recognized as a financial center and, at times, a tax haven for celebrities, politicians and business leaders. Beyond that reputation, the three islands—Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman—offer outstanding snorkeling, pleasant year-round temperatures averaging 75–80°F and miles of soft, white-sand beaches that melt into clear … Read more

The Dean Galway recently opened in the western coastal city of Galway, bringing a bold new hospitality destination to Ireland’s west. The 5,000-square-foot property sensitively incorporates historic elements of the city, including part of the 19th-century Galway–Clifden railway tunnel and an original 19th-century stone building. © Jason Ennis & Robert Montgomery Designed by Lawrence and … Read more

PITTSBURGH WILL ALWAYS BE STEEL CITY, but today it is also known as a growing center for robotics, artificial intelligence and related technologies. That transformation began when the steel industry collapsed decades ago and the region had to diversify. Over time, Pittsburgh shifted from a primarily blue-collar economy to one anchored by finance, health care, … Read more

SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT is one of the United States’ oldest and most established airports. Once a single dirt strip in a cow pasture, SFO has grown into a major international gateway and a leader in airport services. Operated by the City and County of San Francisco, the airport has expanded its facilities and amenities … Read more

Name: Jae-sung Rhee Title: President and CEO Company, city: Seoul Tourism Organization; Seoul, South Korea Number of employees: 150 in the STO office Recent project: Launching a Seoul Welcome Kit through our Seoul MICE Alliances program, which includes vouchers for extra services and goods from more than 30 partners First job: I worked at a … Read more

The recently restored Ashford Castle has unveiled a new spa and gym, completing a two-year restoration and enhancement program that modernized facilities while preserving the property’s historic character. The Spa at Ashford Castle occupies a striking bronze conservatory designed by French architect Philippe Bonino. Set within the castle’s tranquil County Mayo surroundings, the facility blends … Read more

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s annual Global Liveability Index ranks major cities worldwide across stability, health care, culture and environment, education and infrastructure. Below are the seven top-ranked cities in the latest index. Tied for seventh place are Toronto and Tokyo. Both cities score strongly for stability, health care and education, measured by factors such as … Read more

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers thoughtfully designed itineraries and shore excursions that combine luxury service with immersive cultural experiences. “The itineraries and intimate shore experiences are not only unique and forward-thinking in their design, but illustrate our commitment to providing rare opportunities to today’s luxury traveler,” said Lisa Holladay, global brand leader, The Ritz-Carlton. “Combining … Read more

Now is a strong time to consider careers in the airline industry. In May 2017, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported that employment across U.S. passenger airlines rose 3.6 percent compared with May 2016. That increase marks the 43rd consecutive month in which monthly employment grew compared with the same month a year earlier. Among … Read more