Flying from Phoenix to Denver? Ernest A. Love Municipal Airport in Prescott offers a convenient alternative to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Located between Flagstaff and Phoenix, Prescott is served by Great Lakes Airlines with daily flights that include a short stop in Farmington. Prescott, once Arizona’s territorial capital and a favored destination of historical … Read more
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, is offering exclusive weekday packages called Waldorf Astoria Wednesdays designed to make midweek stays memorable. Available through Sept. 1, these special packages are built around a Wednesday night stay and provide curated experiences that reflect the spirit of New Orleans and the historic Roosevelt Hotel. Each option … Read more
Currently a protected wildlife sanctuary, Tiritiri Matangi Island, commonly called Tiri, lies about 18 miles north of Auckland. After more than a century of farming, the island was restored through a major conservation effort led by the Department of Conservation and thousands of volunteers. Between 1984 and 1994 volunteers — including many school groups — … Read more
Bellagio Resort & Casino is raising the bar for cocktail culture with a refreshed beverage program that spotlights handcrafted cocktails made from premium spirits, freshly squeezed juices and house-made syrups. Each bar’s curated cocktail menu features distinctive creations that mirror the refinement and style of the iconic resort. “When we developed the new mixology program, … Read more
Shake out your wings: it’s almost time for the annual Alton Audubon Eagle Ice Festival in Alton, Illinois. Held on Jan. 6, the festival marks the start of eagle-viewing season, when majestic bald eagles arrive for the winter along the Mississippi River. Visitors have the unique opportunity to meet a live American bald eagle from … Read more
For us, the number 13 has brought good fortune: congratulations to the winners of the 13th annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards. Our readers — seasoned travelers who cast votes in this year’s survey — chose the best in leisure travel, from destinations and hotels to airlines, cruises, and travel services. Read on to discover who excelled … Read more
Hyatt Hotels Corp. will open its first Andaz-branded hotel in Canada with the launch of Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market, scheduled for mid-2016. This addition brings the Andaz portfolio to Canada alongside other flagship properties in global cities such as London, New York, Los Angeles, Shanghai and Tokyo. Situated in Ottawa’s lively ByWard Market district, just … Read more
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American chef Charlie Palmer partnered with hotel industry veteran Christopher Hunsberger to launch Appellation, a hotel brand that merges culinary distinction with thoughtful hospitality. The name Appellation evokes a sense of place and provenance; the brand’s goal is to build community around food while offering approachable luxury in both accommodations and service. The first new-build … Read more
PHOTO: Magda Biemat Arrival/Check-in: The hotel’s Park Avenue address can be a little misleading. I initially pulled up to what I assumed was the main entrance, only to find no hotel staff nearby. After a brief dash inside searching for assistance, I discovered the actual main entrance is around the corner on E. 29th Street. … Read more