It is not too early to start looking ahead to the 2026 Winter Olympics, which will be staged across two locations — the city of Milano and the mountain resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Many of Cortina’s piste-side mountain lodges still retain links to the town’s pioneering role in winter sports, dating back to the 1956 … Read more

In Italy, visiting a spa can easily become a memorable family holiday. Many thermal resorts welcome children and teenagers, offering treatments and activities created just for younger guests. These services are usually provided in dedicated areas designed to keep family activities separate from the tranquil adult pools and relaxation spaces. In Tuscany, near Siena and … Read more

Sunrise yoga beneath swaying palm trees—sound appealing? Elevate your wellness routine with a yoga retreat in Israel. The inaugural Wonderfest runs Sept. 18–27 and combines daily yoga sessions, workshops, spiritual practices, and guided visits to iconic sites such as the Tower of David, the Dead Sea, Capernaum, Nazareth, Haifa, Safed, Jaffa, and the Sea of … Read more

ROUND THE CLOCK, DAY AND NIGHT, Hong Kong buzzes with energy. For first-time visitors the impact is exhilarating: this restless city is distinctly Chinese yet undeniably international. Much of the population lives in densely packed Kowloon on the mainland and on even more crowded Hong Kong Island. Despite the compact urban landscape, the glittering skyline … Read more

Travelers arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest airport, can now use ride‑hailing services Uber and Lyft for pickups. Airport officials announced that, effective Jan. 1, drivers for Uber and Lyft are authorized to pick up passengers at the airport. All pickups must occur on the lower levels of the domestic and international … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: Argos in Cappadocia stands out as one of the most distinctive places to stay in the region. Set on the grounds of an ancient monastery in Old Uçhisar Village, the hotel occupies carefully restored historic dwellings, caves and underground tunnels. I arrived at night to a welcoming lobby that felt like a cozy living … Read more

Mastercard and Boingo Wireless now offer eligible Mastercard cardholders unlimited access to more than one million premium Boingo Wi‑Fi hotspots worldwide. The service is currently available at no extra cost for select HSBC Mastercard cardholders in Argentina, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, as well as for many … Read more

Air China has opened a new VIP facility, the Supreme Lounge, at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Situated on the fourth floor of Terminal 2, the lounge is available to first class passengers and Paragon cardholders and complements the airline’s existing lounges in Terminals 1 and 2. The Supreme Lounge spans 5,516 square feet and … Read more

Next winter, Fitzrovia—the much-admired London neighborhood where Bloomsbury intellect meets Soho flair—will welcome The Newman, the inaugural hotel from Kinsfolk & Co. Situated at the crossroads of creativity and culture, The Newman aims to reflect the area’s spirited blend of ideas and style. The hotel will offer 81 rooms and suites, including many spacious guestrooms … Read more

While Salzburg attracts acclaim for its film heritage and Vienna remains famous for its waltzes and musical life, Austria’s lesser-known city of Graz has quietly become a destination for food lovers. Nestled among vineyards and breweries, Graz has earned its nickname, the Capital of Delight. The region’s mild climate and extended growing season mean farmers’ … Read more