The Resonance 2015 Portrait of the U.S. Millennial Traveler shows that U.S. residents aged 18–35 have a strong interest in travel. Although 49 percent of these millennials report using owner-direct rental services such as Airbnb either regularly or occasionally, only 11 percent name Airbnb as their preferred accommodation type. The survey polled 1,189 millennial travelers … Read more

L.E. Hotels has expanded its portfolio with a new property in Thousand Oaks, California, and completed a renovation at its Curacao beachfront hotel. Each hotel in the L.E. collection maintains a distinct character, offering a mix of amenities and styles that appeal to both leisure and business travelers. The Palm Garden Hotel in Thousand Oaks … Read more

Americans could use a better approach to downtime. A Wakefield Research survey commissioned by Princess Cruises finds that more than half of Americans (54 percent) spend their vacation days handling personal obligations and family responsibilities instead of truly relaxing. Surprisingly, nearly a quarter (22 percent) of U.S. workers say the idea of requesting a few … Read more

Rolls-Royce is developing what it hopes will be the world’s fastest all-electric aircraft, targeting entry into flight tests by 2020. The company aims to build a zero-emissions airplane capable of reaching speeds up to 300 mph. Central to the program is a specially designed, high energy-density battery pack that Rolls-Royce says will be the most … Read more

Air Arabia has expanded its Sri Lanka network with a new non-stop route to Hambantota International Airport (HIA) in Mattala, which began on March 18. Initially launched as a twice-weekly service between Sharjah (SHJ), United Arab Emirates, and Mattala, the airline plans to increase frequency to four weekly flights from May 19. This new Mattala … Read more

Antique Maps If you’re after something truly exceptional, consider a rare piece from Barry Lawrence Ruderman Antique Maps, Inc., the world’s largest dealer of antique maps, sea charts and city plans. Their extensive, carefully curated collection lets you search by region, date, cartographer and more, helping you find a one-of-a-kind work that fits your taste. … Read more

Starting in December, Delta One passengers will enjoy rotating menus that showcase local, seasonal flavors. To bring more chef-driven dishes to the cabin, Delta is partnering with Nick Anderer, executive chef of Marta and Maialino in New York City. Chef Anderer will develop seasonal menus and select offerings for trans-Atlantic Delta One flights for a … Read more

Scheduled to open in summer 2018, the new AYANA Komodo Resort at Waecicu Beach brings five-star luxury to Flores, Indonesia. Located about an hour by plane from Bali, the resort will be the region’s first true five-star property, offering panoramic views of the ocean and nearby Kukusan Island from its accommodations. The property includes 12 … Read more

Delta Air Lines has named John Caldwell as its Seattle vice president as Mike Medeiros moves into his new role as chief operating officer at Aeromexico. Caldwell will build on Delta’s momentum in the Pacific Northwest and lead the airline’s strategic initiatives in Seattle during its fifth consecutive year of growth. His responsibilities include overseeing … Read more

Care to guess which musical instrument Belgian inventor Adolphe Sax created? If you said “the saxophone,” you’re right. In 2024 Belgium is marking the 200th anniversary of Sax’s birth with a wide range of cultural events and exhibitions across the country, centered on his native town of Dinant and key cultural venues in Brussels. In … Read more