Arrival/Check-in: A striking bronze sculpture by Sergio Bustamante—a four-legged magician-clown—welcomed me in the open-air lobby, which featured an elegant fountain and a towering palapa roof that felt like stepping into a grand Aztlán temple. Beside the statue stood a bronze podium adorned with sculpted ears and eyes and a sign that read, “The magic begins … Read more

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announced at the Global Business Travel Association Convention in Orlando that it will introduce its upscale Radisson Blu brand to Latin America with three properties: Radisson Blu Santiago, La Dehesa in Chile, and two resorts in Colombia — Radisson Blu San Andrés Resort & Spa and Radisson Blu ar Santa Marta … Read more

Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa has joined American Express’ The Hotel Collection, a curated group of design-forward hotels that align with the preferences of American Express Platinum Card members. © Westin Grand Cayman Membership in The Hotel Collection gives Platinum Card holders access to elevated benefits when they book two or … Read more

The Luxury Collection has added Hotel Talisa in Vail, Colorado, as its first ski-destination resort in North America. Positioned as the only true ski-in/ski-out luxury property in Vail, the hotel caters to skiers with on-property conveniences including a private chairlift, a dedicated ski concierge and on-site rental services. “Vail is one of the most luxurious … Read more

Hyatt has partnered with Google to pilot a new Google Assistant capability called Interpreter Mode. This tool translates dozens of languages and enables real‑time conversation translation, helping guests and staff communicate more easily across language barriers at select Hyatt properties. “At Hyatt, we view technology as a way to scale care for our guests and … Read more

Protect your phone with a WÜD Life case that combines craftsmanship and practicality. These luxury cases use real wood and stone accents to create durable, lightweight protection without adding unnecessary bulk. Because each case is cut from natural materials, every design displays its own grain, knots, or mineral patterns — ensuring a truly unique accessory … Read more

In eastern China, the city of Hangzhou sits at the edge of the Yangtze River Delta and is celebrated for its historic temples, the scenic beauty of West Lake, and the annual tidal bore festival. The event centers on the Qiantang River, where a remarkable natural phenomenon occurs as the incoming tide surges into Hangzhou … Read more

With summer giving way to cooler days, now is the perfect moment to plan your holiday getaway. El Palace Barcelona, one of the city’s most iconic palace hotels, offers a beautifully curated festive program that brings warmth, charm and seasonal cheer to visitors and locals alike. Gingerbread Houses Beginning on November 27, the Rooftop Garden … Read more

Turkey’s tourism industry has suffered a severe setback following a series of terrorist attacks and a deterioration in relations with Russia. Until recently, tourism had been resilient despite broader economic weakness, but these recent events have significantly reduced visitor numbers. Summer bookings have declined by about 40 percent compared with last year, and hotel occupancy … Read more

A short drive from Shanghai, Suzhou is one of China’s most renowned silk-producing cities, attracting textile professionals and tourists alike. Its long-established reputation for high-quality silk makes a visit to the No. 1 Silk Factory a must. The factory tour, which takes about four hours, guides visitors through every step of silk production: from silkworms … Read more