Luxury travelers heading to Maine can relax at two properties operated by the Kennebunkport Resort Collection. The newest arrival, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, features a saltwater swimming pool and direct access to the Kennebunk River for floating, sunbathing and water activities. Guests can also enjoy the SS SunDaze pool boat. The property is within … Read more
The newly renovated Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens is now accepting reservations ahead of its spring opening. The property, located on a scenic peninsula along the Aegean Sea just outside central Athens, will open on March 29, 2019. After an extensive restoration, the hotel debuts under the Four Seasons brand with three distinct accommodation … Read more
The Mexico town of Tulum, about two hours south of Cancún, has undergone rapid gentrification, transforming from a quiet beach town into a high-profile international destination. Declared a World Yoga Capital in 2017, Tulum still attracts visitors for its wellness scene, but the atmosphere has shifted as new restaurants, nightlife venues and hotels promote the … Read more
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and potentially lethal gas produced when fuels do not burn completely. You can inhale CO without knowing it, which can lead to sudden illness or death. Common sources include vehicle exhaust, lanterns, stoves and gas ranges, charcoal grills, gasoline generators, and heating systems. CO often occurs alongside other … Read more
The U.S. and U.K. governments recently banned laptops, tablets and certain electronic gaming devices from carry-on bags on flights departing several countries in the Middle East and North Africa, requiring passengers to check these items. With that restriction in mind, smartphones remain a powerful tool for productivity and entertainment while traveling. Below are practical tips … Read more
When a hotel reaches a milestone—joining an elite collection, earning top rankings on review sites, or celebrating a landmark anniversary—it’s an occasion to celebrate. This December, Marquis Los Cabos marked its 20th anniversary with a lively celebration that included Oaxacan cuisine prepared by a renowned chef, a variety show featuring the resort’s most popular entertainment … Read more
The Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez will reopen next spring as Hotel Martinez, joining the Hyatt Unbound Collection. As the second Unbound property in Europe—alongside Hotel du Louvre in Paris—the property expands Hyatt’s portfolio of distinctive, locally rooted hotels. Other Unbound Collection properties around the world include The Confidante Miami Beach; The Driskill in Austin, … Read more
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