On the Greek island of Rhodes, the legendary Colossus once stood guard over the harbor’s entrance: a massive statue of the sun god Helios that towered above every ship arriving at the island. The original Colossus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, reached roughly 30 meters in height and stood for only … Read more

AmaWaterways has launched a Stateroom Upgrade Program that lets guests enhance their river cruise accommodations by bidding for a higher-category stateroom. Guests who already have a reservation can participate in an online auction-style system to request and name their price for upgrades on selected sailings. © AmaWaterways Eligible guests receive an email about 85 days … Read more

Bagan, located in central Myanmar, is a truly enchanting destination. Spread across roughly 16 square miles, the plain is dotted with more than 2,000 ancient temples and pagodas. One of the most memorable ways to take it all in is from the basket of a hot-air balloon as dawn breaks over the landscape. Early-morning flights, … Read more

Approaching its global debut in the fourth quarter of 2023, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is positioning itself to meet renewed demand for in-person meetings and conventions with an experience-driven approach to business travel.   © Fontainebleau Las Vegas   Rising 67 stories, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a vertically integrated luxury destination offering more than 550,000 square … Read more

Starwood Hotels & Resorts has introduced its internationally recognized Westin brand to Mauritius with the debut of The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius. Situated in the historic Turtle Bay of Balaclava on the island’s northwest coast, the beachfront resort features 190 guest rooms, including 38 suites, each equipped with modern in-room technology and … Read more

Have you ever been surprised by an early check-out charge, a gratuity added even though you carried your own bag, or a minibar restocking fee that appeared on your final bill? What about unexpected city tourism taxes or energy surcharges? Surprise hotel fees and surcharges — extra charges added on top of the advertised room … Read more

Ready to plan a luxurious tropical escape this winter? Located on Muravandhoo Island in Raa Atoll, Joali Maldives welcomes guests to 73 private, oceanfront villas on a thoughtfully designed 24-acre island retreat. As the region’s first art-immersive resort, Joali Maldives blends contemporary design with a curated creative program. The property includes a private art gallery … Read more

SeaWorld Orlando has introduced an original live show. In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, SeaWorld and Bubble Legendary present Pop, a performance inspired by the bubbles found in the ocean and translated into an artistic, family-friendly spectacle unique to SeaWorld. Choreographed to an original musical score, each performance invites viewers to tap into a childlike sense of … Read more

“In the true spirit of Sundance, this year’s festival presents an eclectic lineup that ranges from Daniel Radcliffe portraying a corpse to a caper-style biopic about Miles Davis, and includes W. Kamau Bell’s documentary series exploring racial subcultures in America. These are some of the most anticipated films and projects to watch.” Film festivals like … Read more

On the Ground: With LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal now reopened after major reconstruction, traffic flow around the terminal is far more organized. Inside, I was second in the business-class line for China Southern Airlines, and the staff handled check-in quickly and professionally. Although the new SkyTeam VIP lounge in the renovated section had not … Read more