This fall, The Store Oxford opens in the historic heart of Oxford, England, offering a refined blend of heritage and contemporary comfort across 101 guestrooms. Housed in the former Boswells department store—one of the world’s oldest family-owned department stores, founded in 1738—the hotel preserves the building’s legacy while introducing modern hospitality and design. © The … Read more
Terra, the restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe, offers a hands-on chef’s table experience where guests not only dine but also participate in preparing a multi-course tasting menu. Limited to a small group, the event pairs each guest with a member of the kitchen team under the guidance of Executive Chef Andrew … Read more
Top-tier hotels already provide an array of amenities — from world-class spas to restaurants run by celebrity chefs — designed to make a stay unforgettable. Yet one of a guest’s most valuable resources sits front and center in the lobby: the hotel concierge. Modern concierges often seem to wield a kind of “magic” wand, transforming … Read more
Edmonton International Airport has adopted a modern, effective approach to keeping birds away from aircraft: drones. Known as Robirds and developed by Clear Flight Solutions, these drones replace traditional bird control methods such as pyrotechnics and other disruptive tactics. Modeled on the size and silhouette of a falcon, Robirds also mimic natural wing flapping, creating … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park has completed a multi-phase refurbishment, culminating in refreshed social areas, updated dining options and enhanced wellness and fitness facilities. “The transformation our hotel has seen over the course of this past year truly redefines luxury in Manhattan,” said Winfred van Workum, general manager, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. … Read more
The new Grand Hotel in Punta del Este, Uruguay is a striking triangular glass structure located on one of the city’s most sought-after addresses. Punta del Este is often compared to the French Riviera for its glamorous beachfront lifestyle, and the Grand Hotel complements that reputation with contemporary design and upscale amenities. The hotel offers … Read more
Saudi Arabian Airlines has suspended all flights between Saudi Arabia and Canada as of last month following public statements by Canadian officials, including Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland. The national carrier announced it would halt services that operated through Toronto Pearson International Airport to Riyadh and Jeddah. The airline said it will cover cancellation fees, … Read more
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is preparing to open three new luxury properties in Al Habtoor City: Dubai’s first St. Regis, the United Arab Emirates’ inaugural W hotel, and the largest Westin in the Middle East. Together the hotels will offer nearly 1,600 rooms, 21 restaurants and lounges, two spas, three advanced ballrooms and 25 meeting … Read more
As soon as I checked into the Wellness area of the Delta One Lounge at New York’s JFK, the airport environment felt far away. It was a calm, spa-like escape rather than the bustle of a terminal or even a conventional lounge. Traveling to London, my partner and I began our trip hours before boarding … Read more
California is calling travelers to visit in 2025 to discover a lineup of new attractions, openings and special events across the state. © Visit California Museums Several new museums and cultural centers are set to open in 2025. Highlights include the Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center in Santa Ynez, the Joan and Irwin … Read more