In time for Super Bowl LIII, Atlanta’s only AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Five-Star hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, completed a comprehensive renovation of its guestrooms, suites, spa, fitness center and event space. While some upgrades began in 2015, the recent project extends improvements across all 244 guestrooms, including 18 suites and five newly added terrace … Read more
Ocean Casino Resort has announced a summer partnership with BLADE to offer scheduled helicopter service between New York City and Atlantic City. The flights operate non-stop from the BLADE Lounge West Terminal on West 30th Street in Manhattan to the resort’s rooftop helipad, providing a fast, direct connection for guests seeking a premium travel experience. … Read more
About every two minutes, an aircraft takes off or lands at Singapore Changi Airport. Ranked among the world’s busiest international hubs, Changi connects Singapore to roughly 200 cities across 60 countries and territories through more than 80 airlines. Its excellent connectivity across Asia and the Southwest Pacific is matched by a wide range of amenities … Read more
Experience a 1970s-inspired New Year’s Eve without a time machine at Il Salviatino. This magnificent 15th-century Renaissance villa, located just outside Florence, offers a two-night stay that brings the era to life with live ’70s music and a glamorous celebration to ring in the New Year. Your package includes daily breakfast, a welcome drink and … Read more
Nursing a baby in an airport is about to become easier following the passage of the Federal Aviation Administration Act on Oct. 5. The law requires all large- and medium-sized airports to provide public lactation rooms, improving access to safe, sanitary places for parents to nurse or pump while traveling. The bipartisan measure was led … Read more
Helsinki’s Hotel Maria is a striking new addition to the Finnish hotel scene, designed for travelers who appreciate refined Nordic hospitality, attentive service and thoughtful design. © The Hotel Maria Located in the historic Kruununhaka district, Hotel Maria offers 117 generously proportioned rooms, including 38 suites. The accommodations emphasize a sense of space with ceiling … Read more
Ancillary fees are common in air travel—checked-bag charges, pay-for-snack options and fees for extra legroom are now standard—but a recent surcharge announced by Lufthansa has drawn particular attention from travel managers and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). In June, the Lufthansa Group said it would introduce an additional fee for tickets purchased outside the … Read more
Earlier this year, Seattle launched a playful campaign suggesting it might be Mother Nature’s favorite city — and with good reason. The city protects more than 6,000 acres of parkland, maintains a 28 percent tree canopy, offers more than 200 miles of shoreline and frames its skyline with distant, soaring mountains. Those natural assets draw … Read more
Qatar Airways has expanded its Middle East network with new services to Iraq and plans for an additional destination in Saudi Arabia. The airline now operates non-stop flights between Doha (DOH) and Sulaymaniyah, Iraq (ISU) four times weekly using Airbus A320 aircraft configured with 12 business class seats and 132 economy seats. Sulaymaniyah becomes Qatar’s … Read more
There’s a lot happening in Phoenix’s hotel scene, including the newly opened 105-room FOUND:RE Phoenix lifestyle hotel, which promises an art- and culture-forward stay in the desert city. The hotel’s cultural curator, Michael Oleskow, has assembled a collection of local artwork intended to create a distinctive experience for guests. FOUND:RE features an on-site gallery showcasing … Read more