After a day exploring Tallinn’s Gothic streets during a crisp autumn Baltic cruise with Viking, my tired legs and chilled cheeks needed a proper recharge. The Spa on board—rooted in the Nordic bathing tradition—proved to be more than a cosmetic addition to a ship: it’s a thoughtfully designed sanctuary, and the Thermal Suite is available … Read more

Imagined and brought to life by Welsh singer and performer Charlotte Church, The Dreaming is a wellness retreat set on 47 acres in the dramatic Elan Valley of Wales. Recognized as Spa of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times’ 50 Best U.K. Spas, the retreat benefits from a location often called the Welsh … Read more

Whether on the ocean, a river, or a lake, hosting a conference at a waterfront convention center offers many advantages. Waterfront locations provide unique outdoor networking spaces and access to “blue spaces”—aquatic environments that research links to improved mental health and well-being—helping boost attendee satisfaction and create memorable event experiences. Iconic resort destinations illustrate these … Read more

Chinese airports and airlines are investing more in IT, cybersecurity, and baggage handling than many of their overseas counterparts to manage a surge in passenger traffic. Passenger numbers climbed 13 percent last year, surpassing 1 billion, and carriers and airports in China have responded by increasing technology and security spending to keep operations running smoothly. … Read more

Santorini belongs on many travelers’ bucket lists. Known for whitewashed villages that cling to cliffs above a dramatic volcanic caldera, the island offers iconic views, spectacular sunsets and a unique volcanic landscape. Those attractions have made Santorini one of Greece’s most visited destinations, drawing thousands of tourists each day. The popularity brings challenges. In 2015 … Read more

In Spain’s geographic center, Madrid serves as both the nation’s capital and its largest city, with a population exceeding three million. The metropolitan area is among the largest in the European Union and stands as Southern Europe’s principal financial hub. Many leading Spanish companies — including Telefónica, Iberia, Urbaser, Dragados and Prosegur — maintain headquarters … Read more

In large cities throughout the United States, a growing trend is emerging: pop-up restaurants. These short-term dining experiences—often set up inside existing restaurants, bars, or unconventional spaces—give emerging chefs and restaurateurs a low-risk way to test their ideas, dishes, and service models without committing to a full-scale restaurant launch. Pop-ups vary widely in format and … Read more

Air Canada is expanding its route network from Vancouver (YVR) with plans to introduce new non-stop seasonal service to Dublin (DUB) next summer. This addition builds on a series of enhancements at Air Canada’s Vancouver hub for 2016, which include new transborder routes to Chicago (ORD), San Jose (SJC) and San Diego (SAN), increased frequency … Read more

The SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills has completed a full redesign of its guestrooms and guest experience ahead of schedule. The refresh touches all 234 guestrooms and 63 suites and arrives just in time for the property’s tenth anniversary. “With a fresh energy, vibrant culture and glamorous social scene, Los Angeles is … Read more

International rowing teams from Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Peru, Tahiti and the UK will join 75 American crews — including more than 60 from Hawai‘i — at the 2016 Queen Liliʻuokalani Long Distance Outrigger Canoe Races. As the world’s largest long-distance outrigger canoe event, this five-day competition begins on Sept. 5 and … Read more