American Airlines has announced new summer 2020 routes. Beginning June 4, 2020, American will operate non-stop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Casablanca (CMN), Morocco. As of May 7, 2020, the carrier will add flights from Chicago O’Hare (ORD) to Krakow (KRK), Poland, and Budapest (BUD), Hungary. Starting May 8, 2020, Chicago will also gain service … Read more

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts invites food lovers to a month-long culinary celebration this October: the Taste of Shangri-La. This global dining event will be presented across 14 properties spanning the Middle East, Europe, the United Kingdom, India, the Indian Ocean and the Americas, each showcasing signature menus and exclusive dishes crafted by their resident chefs. … Read more

Teacher-turned-luxury tour operator Daniel Fraser discovered his passion for Southeast Asia after being invited to teach at Chitralada Palace, where he worked with members of Thailand’s Royal Family. While backpacking across the region and exploring its many hiking trails, Fraser noticed a lack of high-end, thoughtfully crafted tour options. That observation led him to found … Read more

Break out your leis and sandals this May for the Fourth Annual Puna Music Festival on Hawai‘i Island, where top local and international performers come together for a week of music, culture and community. Running May 4–10, the festival transforms the Puna district into a lively hub of slack key guitar, harmonica, and Hawaiian drums. … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: The Kempinski Hotel Dukes’ Palace in Bruges, Belgium, occupies a historic site that dates back to 1429 when Duke Philip III built the original palace. Converted into a luxury hotel and designated Bruges’ first 5-star deluxe property in 2008, it retains the intimacy and dignity of a grand private residence. Arriving through a private … Read more

Ponant, a luxury yacht cruise and expedition company, continues to broaden its presence in the niche small-luxury cruise market with fresh, distinctive itineraries and singular onboard features. The line’s expansion includes the introduction of the four Ponant Explorers, a series of ships that spotlight one of the brand’s most remarkable attractions: The Blue Eye. The … Read more

“With the rise of smart luggage brands such as Bluesmart and Trunkster, it’s clear how much suitcases have evolved since the vinyl models of past generations. Although the suitcase in its modern form emerged in the 19th century, the concept and use of portable containers for clothing and belongings date back thousands of years.” For … Read more

British Airways was sued by a passenger who said he suffered injury and lost earnings after being seated beside an “extremely large” traveler on a 12‑hour flight from Bangkok (BKK) to London (LHR) in January 2016. Fifty-one‑year‑old Stephen Prosser is seeking £10,000 in damages, alleging the experience caused ongoing back spasms, injury to his sacroiliac … Read more

Hills are rare in Dallas, so as you walk this 159-acre Jeffery Brauer design you may feel transported to the Carolina foothills. The course makes excellent use of its unusual hilly terrain and surrounding woodlands. Dramatic elevation changes reveal striking views of the reservoir dam at several points, and the routing feels very natural. A … Read more

Hotel Lilou, with a façade painted in soft peach and pale blue, is a protected local landmark. Originally known as the Hôtel des Étrangers in the 19th century and later renamed Hôtel du Parc, the property changed hands in 2020 when French entrepreneur David Pirone purchased it. A three-year renovation by Paris-based firm Haddou Dufourcq … Read more