The dark days of winter don’t stand a chance from Jan. 29 to Feb. 14, when the annual Carnaval de Québec fills Québec City with music, color and celebration. First held in 1894 and officially recognized in 1954, the city’s winter carnival returns each year with a packed program of events designed for families, couples … Read more

Munich offers a rich selection of museums to suit every interest. If you miss Oktoberfest, the Beer and Oktoberfest Museum is an excellent alternative. Housed in Munich’s oldest surviving townhouse, dating back to the 1300s, the museum explores the regional history of beer, Germany’s brewing purity laws, and how Oktoberfest originated as a national wedding … Read more

“I wish this day could last forever!” my windswept nine-year-old shouted, voice carried across the Mediterranean as he gripped the helm of a Bali 4.6 catamaran off the coast of Marseille. His sun-bleached hair whipped in the salty breeze, and the scent of the sea mixed with the warm aroma of baguettes drifting from the … Read more

Jerry Lohr achieved so much in his life that one could easily write an entire column about his accomplishments. Yet he remains modest and prefers to speak about his wines and to praise his winemaker, Jeff Meier. Before founding a notable wine enterprise, Jerry Lohr built varied careers: civil engineer, captain in the U.S. Air … Read more

It may feel like summer has only just begun, but many communities are already preparing for the new school year. If you’re looking for a last-minute getaway that combines charm and a bit of local quirk, Hocking Hills is an ideal option. One standout stop is the Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum at the … Read more

As part of an ongoing renovation program, the renowned 5-star Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire, Scotland, is undertaking a multimillion-dollar refurbishment of its guestrooms. Set within an 850-acre countryside estate about an hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh, the luxury property is known for outdoor pursuits, award-winning golf, Michelin-standard dining and a well-regarded spa. Scottish design firm … Read more

Kenya Airways, a prominent African carrier and SkyTeam member, will begin a new daily non-stop service between New York (JFK) and Nairobi (NBO) on Oct. 29. Operating from its hub at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, the airline serves more than 52 destinations worldwide, including 43 across Africa, and carries over 3 million passengers … Read more

Compared with mega-ships that carry thousands of passengers, small cruise ships—typically accommodating just a few hundred—are pricier per berth and offer fewer onboard amenities. Expect no casinos, no Broadway-style productions, no rows of gourmet restaurants, no climbing walls and few luxury boutiques. What these smaller vessels provide instead is an intimate expedition-style experience that reaches … Read more

To mark the coronation of King Charles III, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has unveiled a “King of Green” installation in the hotel lobby that celebrates the monarch’s long-standing love of British nature and his commitment to environmental conservation. The display recreates a British woodland using living trees and plants, and once the … Read more

If skiing inside a volcanic crater appeals to you, make Niseko Village in Hokkaido, Japan, your next destination. Part of the YTL Hotels luxury portfolio, the resort recently expanded with the new Niseko-yo, whose interiors showcase works by artists Frank Woo and Emi Shiratori. The village blends traditional charm with contemporary comforts—shopping, dining and sports—turning … Read more