DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury duty-free retailer, has unveiled its new T Galleria by DFS brand in Hawaii, one of the locations chosen to introduce the refreshed downtown concept. Majority owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, DFS plans to roll out the updated brand identity and elevated store design to its existing non-airport … Read more
Delta Vacations has released its top 10 romantic destinations for destination weddings. Leading the list is the Riviera Maya, followed by Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Negril, Jamaica; Cancún, Mexico; Montego Bay, Jamaica; Castries, St. Lucia; Nassau, Bahamas; Los Cabos, Mexico; and Maui, Hawai’i. The ranking is based on booked hotel … Read more
Name: Katie Benson Title: CEO and executive director Company, city: Langham Hospitality Investments Limited, Hong Kong Number of employees: Approximately 1,000 Recent project: Recently named CEO of the newly formed Langham Hospitality Investments Limited out of Hong Kong First job: I began my career as a chef with Grand Metropolitan Hotel Co. in London’s West … Read more
Take a closer look at four of Mandarin Oriental’s most exceptional signature suites. © Mandarin Oriental Suite 5000 at Mandarin Oriental, New York Located on the hotel’s 50th floor and spanning 3,300 square feet, Suite 5000 is a sophisticated fusion of art, fashion and interior design by BBG-BBGM. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping vistas of … Read more
Qatar has relaxed visa rules for travelers from 80 countries, making entry easier and more flexible for tourists and business visitors. Citizens of 47 countries, including the United Kingdom, are now eligible for a visa waiver on arrival. This waiver is valid for 30 days and can be issued for a single entry or for … Read more
Oh, Vienna! Nestled along the Danube, this elegant city has been home to cultural giants such as Beethoven, Mozart, Franz Schubert, Johann Strauss II, Gustav Klimt and Sigmund Freud. Vienna still celebrates a rich musical and culinary heritage: opulent waltzes and the famous Sacher torte remain essential parts of the experience. Created by baker Franz … Read more
Arcosanti, situated in Yavapai County, Arizona, is an experimental urban laboratory developed by Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri. Conceived in the late 1960s, the project represents Soleri’s vision of “arcology” — a fusion of architecture and ecology intended to demonstrate how urban density and thoughtful design can reduce environmental impact while enhancing social life. Built into … Read more
Princess Cruises marks its 50th year of Alaska voyages with its largest deployment to date for the 2019 season, including the first Alaska sailing by Royal Princess. Bookings for the 2019 Alaska season go on sale tomorrow. In 2019 seven Princess ships will operate in Alaska, with more than three-quarters of those sailings offering visits … Read more
South by Southwest (SXSW) is an annual festival and conference series held in Austin, Texas, known for blending music, film, and interactive media into a single creative event. The festival brings together artists, filmmakers, technologists, and industry professionals to showcase new work, exchange ideas, and explore emerging trends. Each year SXSW features a diverse program: … Read more
When Singapore’s Melissa Chor recommends her favorite shops along Orchard Road, avid shoppers pay attention. Chor, author of the book Born to Shop and a longtime resident of Singapore for more than two decades, is a seasoned shopper and image consultant who shares her expertise through her firm, Image Harmony. “I always advise my clients … Read more