Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, is full of surprises — not least its sense of ancient continuity. Although the city was officially founded in 1886, it sits at the heart of a landscape and a history that feel timeless. Mornings and evenings can seem hushed and elemental, with wisps of wood smoke threading through narrow streets … Read more

Roberta Adamo stepped up without hesitation when the chef at the restaurant where she worked left unexpectedly. Although she didn’t have formal culinary training, Adamo — who learned to cook alongside her grandmother — found a cookbook, started making pasta and discovered her calling. Today she is the chef at Penne Restaurant & Wine Bar, … Read more

Azamara Cruises has elevated its Destination Immersion program with the launch of Destination Immersion Elevated, a refreshed focus on deeper cultural engagement, expanded destination offerings, authentic local cuisine and enhanced shore excursions. © Azamara Cruises “Azamara Cruises is the pioneer cruise line in destination immersion®, and we take great pride in being the industry leader … Read more

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) is poised for its busiest year on record, with passenger traffic up roughly 10 percent compared with the same period last year, which itself set new records. In 2015 the airport handled about 43 million passengers, a 13 percent increase over 2014, marking another record-breaking year. Multiple factors appear to be … Read more

JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City Polanco has completed the final phase of an extensive renovation, refreshing entrances, the lobby, dining venues and meeting facilities. The project began in 2021 with updates to 269 guestrooms and 45 suites, and the recent work delivers a cohesive and modern guest experience throughout the property. © JW Marriott Hotel … Read more

To understand what makes a city well-suited for business travel, it helps to begin with a clear contrast. Few places illustrate the challenges facing business travelers as starkly as Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar. Often shortened to “Tana,” the city presents immediate linguistic and logistical obstacles. English is not widely spoken; the official languages are … Read more

With a picture-perfect sunset as the backdrop, Global Traveler honored the winners of the 2018 Leisure Lifestyle Awards during a cocktail reception at The Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Now in its sixth year, the Global Traveler Leisure Lifestyle Awards recognize excellence across destinations, airlines, cruise lines and hotels in leisure and lifestyle travel. … Read more

The United Family of Cards from Chase is offering elevated welcome bonuses for new cardmembers for a limited time. These enhanced offers are a good opportunity to rack up MileagePlus miles before summer travel season. United Gateway Visa Card New cardmembers can earn 30,000 MileagePlus miles after spending $1,000 on qualifying purchases within the first … Read more

Discover five authors who can spark your next journey and inspire a deeper love of travel. These writers capture the thrill of exploration, the comfort of unfamiliar places, and the transformation that comes from stepping beyond familiar borders. 1. Paul Theroux Paul Theroux’s travel writing combines sharp observation with vivid storytelling. His books often follow … Read more

‘Tis the season! Now in its 23rd year, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa’s annual Festival of Lights returns on Nov. 27. This free, five-week celebration showcases one of the nation’s largest holiday light displays and draws more than 250,000 visitors each year. The festival begins with a Switch-On Ceremony, when nearly 4 million lights … Read more