A National Park trip is hard to beat for a summer road trip, and if Yellowstone is on your list, consider booking a private, customized tour with Yellowstone Forever. These eight-hour excursions concentrate on different aspects of the park—wildlife, vegetation, geology, or history—and are organized by park region. Guides tailor the experience further based on … Read more

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort has launched a dedicated fitness offering in collaboration with a local CrossFit affiliate, creating a focused Performance, Fitness and CrossFit package for guests who want to train, improve technique and enjoy an active beachside stay. The Performance, Fitness and CrossFit package is designed for a range of fitness levels, from … Read more

Hyatt Hotels Corp. is expanding its footprint across Latin America with plans to open five new Hyatt Place properties in Central America and Mexico. These additions aim to strengthen the brand’s presence in key regional markets and provide convenient, modern accommodations for business and leisure travelers. The first property, Hyatt Place Managua, is scheduled to … Read more

Salzburg © Minnystock | Dreamstime.comNestled at the heart of Europe and bordered by eight countries, Austria is a rich cultural crossroads. Its fascinating blend of architecture, cuisine, music and traditions ranges from medieval churches to lively markets and dramatic mountain scenery. Here are seven highlights that showcase Austria’s diversity and charm. © Tomas1111 | Dreamstime.comIf … Read more

Next year Fiji Airways will give travelers the option to buy round-trip flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Wellington (WLG), New Zealand. This new connection becomes possible because Fiji Airways is launching non-stop service between Nadi (NAN) and Wellington. The addition of the Los Angeles–Wellington route increases weekly seat capacity between Fiji and New Zealand … Read more

On the Ground: Departing from LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal in the afternoon can be unpredictable because of traffic, but the roads were clear and I arrived well ahead of my flight. After a brief wait in the business-class line for Turkish Airlines, I checked in quickly and received my boarding pass. Security was busy … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: My sister and I flew from Philadelphia (PHL) to Las Vegas (LAS) and arrived at 8:30 p.m. Although it was late, we planned to drive straight to Escalante, Utah, and check in the same night. After a five-hour drive, we reached our destination: Entrada Escalante Lodge. The concierge had kindly arranged for our keys … Read more

Etihad Airways is offering passengers on its long-haul flights the chance to watch every match of the FIFA World Cup live from 30,000 feet. The national carrier of the United Arab Emirates is streaming all 64 games through its E-box interactive in-flight entertainment system. Equipped with Panasonic screens at every seat across all three cabins, … Read more

Just south of Tampa on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the small communities of Bradenton and Anna Maria Island preserve the best of Old Florida: wide sandy beaches, friendly locals, eclectic shops and quirky restaurants. To understand the area’s history, visit the Anna Maria Historical Society on Pine Avenue, housed in a 1920s icehouse. Over the decades … Read more

Name: John T.A. Vanderslice Title: Global Head, Luxury and Lifestyle Brands Company, city: Hilton Worldwide; McLean, Va. Number of employees: 25,000-plus Recent project: Waldorf Astoria is expanding with 13 new hotels in standout destinations such as Berlin, Edinburgh, Jerusalem, Beijing and Panama. Conrad Hotels & Resorts is also growing with 15 new properties, including notable … Read more