Although the Berkshires, downtown Boston and Cape Cod attract the most attention, three neighboring regions in Massachusetts — North Central Massachusetts, Central Massachusetts and MetroWest Boston — offer equally impressive fall foliage, rich history and far fewer crowds. These regions are ideal for driving, walking and biking, and they reveal a quieter side of the … Read more

Montenegro, which has experienced rising tourist arrivals in recent years, has announced a major new cultural project. The Ministry of Spatial Planning, Urbanism and State Property revealed the winning entry in an international competition for a Museum District and Park of Arts & Culture in Podgorica, the country’s capital. © Emmeworks for a-fact The winning … Read more

Travel expense management platform Certify has published findings from its Q2 study of the business travel market, revealing significant growth for ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft among corporate travelers. Analyzing roughly 10 million business receipts and expense records, Certify found that Uber and Lyft now account for 49 percent of the overall ground transportation category … Read more

The main British Virgin Islands are peaceful by nature, but if you truly want to escape the crowds, the largely uninhabited Out Islands are ideal. This scattered archipelago of more than 40 islands and cays includes names both ordinary (Norman Island, Peter Island) and evocative (Salt Island, Scrub Island), with some that hint at adventure … Read more

Positioned on the eastern end of Boulder, Colo.’s famed Pearl Street walking and shopping district, River and Woods occupies a historic building that for 40 years was home to the city’s beloved John’s Restaurant. The location’s culinary tradition continues under restaurateur Josh Dinar and chef-partner Daniel Asher, who have created a warm neighborhood restaurant that … Read more

CHILE, THE LONGEST, THINNEST country in the world, is a land of striking contrasts. In the north lies the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth. To the south, the country opens toward Patagonia, the lake district and onward to the Antarctic. Between these extremes, the broad valley west of the Andes is … Read more

JW Marriott has opened its first hotel in Qufu, the historic Chinese city celebrated as the birthplace of Confucius. The JW Marriott Hotel Qufu combines refined architecture, contemporary luxury and attentive service to offer visitors a comfortable base for exploring the city’s cultural heritage. Located within Qufu’s old city, the hotel features nearly 200 guestrooms … Read more

Airports are often a practical gateway for business and travel, while cruise terminals usually mark the beginning of a vacation, where passengers focus on leaving daily stress behind and embracing leisure. Because cruises are primarily about relaxation and recreation, terminals tend not to emphasize business-oriented amenities. For example, the NYCruise site provides little information about … Read more

Resembling a gracious private residence in classic Renaissance style, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is an exclusive oasis within walking distance of the financial and shopping districts of Century City and Beverly Hills, including the famous Rodeo Drive. The hotel is approximately 20 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport. Since opening in 1991, The Peninsula Beverly … Read more

Following the release of the 2019 World Happiness Report, WalletHub produced its own state-by-state ranking of happiness. The United States placed 19th globally, and WalletHub’s analysis looked at environment, well-being and community factors to determine which states report the highest life satisfaction. Below are the seven states that ranked highest overall. Massachusetts ranks seventh. The … Read more