In East London, the newly refurbished, family-run Angel of the Bow pub combines excellent dining, boutique bed-and-breakfast accommodations, and immersive seven-day itineraries. These Monday-to-Monday journeys begin each day with a freshly prepared, hearty breakfast. The guestrooms are individually styled, featuring wooden sleigh beds and upcycled furniture crafted by local makers. The property retains historic charm … Read more

Looking for the perfect place to relax and enjoy the last days of fall or the first weeks of winter? Consider the sunny coastal town of Carlsbad, California. About 45 minutes north of San Diego, Carlsbad offers the relaxed Southern California lifestyle for travelers who want a winter escape without cold weather. The 48-room Beach … Read more

Gansevoort Hotel Group will unveil its newest luxury oceanfront resort, Gansevoort Playa Imbert, this December on the Dominican Republic’s north coast, roughly 15 minutes from Puerto Plata Airport. Designed for discerning travelers, the property features 48 suites that range from one- and two-bedroom lofts to three-bedroom apartments with private plunge pools and expansive terraces, plus … Read more

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee recently inscribed Žatec and the Landscape of the Saaz Hops in the Czech Republic as new UNESCO World Heritage sites. What makes these places exceptional goes beyond scenic fields: the Saaz hop variety, cultivated here for centuries, is a cornerstone of brewing worldwide. Without Czech hops, many familiar beers—from classic … Read more

ELEPHANTS IN A CHIANG MAI JUNGLE, THAILAND © LAMBERTO JESUS LUQUE PEREZ – DREAMSTIME.COM Elephants in Chiang Mai: A Glimpse of Thailand’s Gentle Giants Chiang Mai’s lush forests and rolling hills are home to some of Thailand’s most iconic wildlife. Among them, elephants hold a special place in the country’s culture and natural heritage. These … Read more

İSTANBUL NEW AIRPORT opened at the end of October 2018. In a short time it has attracted global attention for its potential to become one of the world’s largest airports. Currently able to handle 90 million passengers annually, the airport’s full build-out will raise capacity to 200 million passengers per year. Built with the labor … Read more

Sonos PLAY The Bluetooth speaker market has seen a resurgence, with many manufacturers offering portable, affordable audio devices. Sonos refreshed its PLAY lineup, focusing on multi-room convenience and refined sound. Unlike typical Bluetooth-only speakers, Sonos products use your home WiFi network to communicate, letting you start and control music from any source or device in … Read more

What comes to mind when you think of the Canary Islands? A subtropical paradise named for small yellow birds? A volcanic archipelago whose stark landscapes have doubled for alien worlds in Hollywood films? A mass-tourism destination of crowded beaches, bustling bars and Fish & Chips shops? The Spanish islands off the northwest coast of Africa … Read more

If the world were a city, Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island would be its greatest playground. A magnet for travelers who want excitement, Yas Island sits just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and about 30 minutes from the city center. Covering roughly 15.5 square miles, the island is packed with high-energy attractions and memorable … Read more

United Airlines announces a number of new routes. United Airlines is expanding its international network this year with a large slate of new routes from multiple U.S. hubs to destinations worldwide. These additions increase travel options for customers and strengthen United’s global footprint. At the end of 2018, United unveiled its largest-ever expansion from San … Read more