Ethiopian Airlines has placed one of the largest single Boeing orders ever announced by an African carrier. The airline intends to add 20 fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to its fleet, along with options and purchase rights for 15 more planes, to support its growth plans. “Today’s order underlines our commitment to our 15-year … Read more

This year, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence became the first hotel in Egypt to install an electric car-charging station. The station serves plug-in electric vehicles and hybrids. A full charge takes about eight hours, while a two-hour charging session provides enough range for roughly a 310-mile drive. “We are proud to be … Read more

Private jet provider Magellan Jets has teamed up with Italian sportswear and lifestyle brand Chervò to offer an exclusive luxury golf getaway at Chervò Golf Hotel Spa & Resort San Vigilio in Italy. © Chervò The curated package begins with private air travel on a Gulfstream G450 or similar long-range jet, complete with complimentary full … Read more

IN THE BACKGROUND, the dusky blue-black ice of the Svartisen Glacier glimmers on frozen slopes above the Arctic Circle. Below, tall evergreens rise from a Norwegian forest, providing a vibrant contrast to the deep waters that lap the shores of Holandsfjorden. Anchored into the fjord bed, wooden stilts support Svart, a circular, quietly elegant structure … Read more

Checking in at the JW Marriott Chicago now includes a thoughtful perk for travelers: a tailored Wakeup Workout designed for business guests working in the city’s financial district. Guests who want to take part simply notify the front desk or concierge at check-in. The hotel then arranges a personalized circuit-training session in the VALEO gym … Read more

Already a leader in luxury accommodations, exceptional service and memorable dining, Shangri-La Hotels goes further with thoughtful and unexpected in-room amenities. These Shangri-La properties raise the standard for what guests can expect during their stay: © Shangri-La Jo Loves by Jo Malone at Shangri-La The Shard, London As of July, Shangri-La The Shard in London … Read more

Azamara Cruises has launched a redesigned global reservation platform called RezA, aimed at simplifying the booking process for travel advisors. The upgrade is part of the cruise line’s “Listening, Learning, and Linking” initiative, developed in close collaboration with its travel partner community to reflect their feedback and priorities. RezA was named through Azamara’s Name It … Read more

Can wildlife coexist with the modern world? That question is sharply tested in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. In 1946, when the city’s population was just 119,000, land immediately south of the city was set aside as a national park. The city has since expanded dramatically—today it is home to more than 4 million people—yet … Read more

British Airways has announced the introduction of Airbus A380 services on its London Heathrow (LHR) to Johannesburg (JNB) route, beginning February 12, 2014. Johannesburg will be the airline’s third destination to receive the A380, joining Los Angeles (LAX) and Hong Kong (HKG). Initially, the A380 will operate three weekly flights to South Africa, increasing to … Read more

A recent report from Wyndham finds that many business travelers are embracing summer work trips partly because they can fold in a bit of leisure travel — often without telling their bosses or coworkers. The study reports that 64 percent of business travelers extend work trips for personal leisure without informing colleagues, supervisors or even … Read more