Air Canada has partnered with 4ocean, the global ocean cleanup company, to reduce and eliminate single-use plastics across its aircraft and in airport lounges. This summer the airline will begin removing plastic stir sticks from both cabins and lounges, and employees are being invited to take part in 4ocean coastal cleanups in North America during … Read more

This winter, Southern California is hosting several notable exhibitions ideal for art lovers and curious visitors. At the Palm Springs Art Museum through Feb. 20, 2017, Go West! Art of the American Frontier presents 90 paintings and sculptures by artists such as George Catlin, Albert Bierstadt, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and N.C. Wyeth. The exhibition … Read more

Spending more evenings at home doesn’t mean you have to run out of fun. Subscription boxes designed for home-based entertainment make it easy to keep nights fresh and engaging, whether it’s rainy, snowy or you’re avoiding crowds. Night In Box subscriptions offer curated experiences for couples and families who prefer a cozy night indoors. Date … Read more

KELLY SLATER SURFING PIPELINE IN HAWAI’I © PAUL TOPP | DREAMSTIME.COM Kelly Slater’s mastery of Pipeline on Oahu’s North Shore is a defining image in modern surf culture. Known for its steep, hollow waves and powerful barrels, Pipeline has challenged and inspired generations of surfers. Slater, an 11-time world champion, has repeatedly demonstrated an uncanny … Read more

Western Europe—from Amsterdam and Paris to Berlin and Barcelona—is familiar to many travelers, yet a cruise along the Atlantic coast reveals the region in a fresh, memorable way. Even during the busy coastal cruising season from May through October, the ports, islands, towns and villages along Europe’s western seaboard rarely feel overcrowded. They offer a … Read more

Hotel Xenia becomes the third London property to join Marriott’s Autograph Collection. Nestled in South Kensington within a distinctive Victorian building, the hotel offers 99 guestrooms and suites, many of which are among the most spacious in the city. Guests seeking an elevated stay can reserve the Xenia Suite, featuring a private balcony, an onyx … Read more

PHOTO: © GREEK NATIONAL TOURISM ORGANIZATION THE BASICS Name: Andreas N. Fiorentinos Title: Secretary General Company, city: Greek National Tourism Organization, Ministry of Tourism; Athens, Greece Childhood ambition I always knew I wanted to be a hotelier, even when my father discouraged me. Continuing the hospitality tradition my grandfather began was a source of pride … Read more

It’s all Victorian charm in Virginia City, where the annual Christmas on the Comstock celebration honors the town’s 19th-century heritage. During December, the town offers a variety of family-friendly events: Breakfast with Father Christmas at Piper’s Opera House (Dec. 7, 9); an evening Parade of Lights down C Street followed by a concert featuring David … Read more

W Dubai – The Palm has opened as the brand’s first W property in the Middle East. Positioned on Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest man‑made island, the hotel is presented as a W Escape — the brand’s concept for a resort experience that blends signature W energy with a distinctly local sense of place. “Much … Read more

Thailand is a major center of Buddhist practice, with countless monasteries and temples spread across the country. With so many sacred sites to choose from, deciding which ones are most worth visiting can be overwhelming. To help, here’s a concise guide highlighting notable Buddhist monasteries and temples in Thailand that showcase the country’s spiritual life, … Read more