For the ninth consecutive year, Global Traveler recognizes the industry’s top performers, naming the 2019 Airline of the Year and Hotel of the Year. What once felt like insurmountable distances between oceans now seem far closer and more reachable. Advances in aviation and hospitality let travelers experience more of the world than ever before, but … Read more

Virgin Hotels Chicago has opened Cerise, a new rooftop bar and lounge on the hotel’s 26th floor. Cerise is the hotel’s fifth dining and drinking venue, joining The Commons Club, Miss Ricky’s Two Zero Three and the 24-hour in-room dining service. Designed in collaboration with Italian designer Paola Navone, Cerise presents a playful, whimsical aesthetic … Read more

The Senior PGA Championship site where Hall of Famer Tom Watson prevailed, TPC Myrtle Beach remains a must-play destination for serious golfers visiting the Grand Strand. As the only course on the Strand to receive a five-star rating from Golf Digest, TPC Myrtle Beach consistently draws traveling pros and avid players seeking a championship-caliber test. … Read more

Accor Group has opened Novotel Mexico City World Trade Center, a contemporary hotel in Mexico City showcasing Novotel’s latest global design concept. This property becomes the brand’s second flagship in the region and strengthens Accor’s presence in the city. Located directly in front of Mexico City’s World Trade Center, one of the most important business … Read more

In Salzburg, wine often accompanies the city’s long musical nights — a pleasant surprise in a region where beer is traditionally dominant. Austria’s alpine gem is full of unexpected delights: underground rock shows, classic lagers and legendary coffee houses that rival Vienna’s claim to café culture. Begin your evening in the Altstadt (Old Town), where … Read more

Manhattan’s skyline is unmistakable. Experience it up close with a rooftop picnic at the Z NYC Hotel. Book a queen room and select one of two picnic options designed for a relaxed, scenic meal above the city. The Gold Basket includes a choice of gourmet sandwiches, marinated olives, a mix of seasonal fruit, potato salad … Read more

Winter is approaching, bringing cold weather that can challenge even the hardiest traveler. Outside of the brief warm stretches, many people regularly find themselves uncomfortable — whether at the office, at home, or on the move. Embr Wave addresses that problem. This smart bracelet looks like a simple band but functions as a personal thermostat, … Read more

Cruisers: your onboard seafood options are about to receive a major celebrity boost. Masaharu Morimoto, the renowned chef, restaurateur and star of Iron Chef, Iron Chef America and Sushi Master, has been named Fresh Fish Ambassador for Holland America Line. In this new role, Morimoto oversees the shellfish, sashimi and other seafood offerings aboard Holland … Read more

The Greek god Dionysus drifts across my vision, his stained-glass feet partly hidden by clusters of grapes. Without my contact lenses, everything takes on a soft, dreamlike blur at the edges. Reclining in a state of utter contentment, I can easily imagine him slipping around the spa’s pillared corner to join me for a glass … Read more

Though Beijing has been a commercial center for more than 3,000 years and has served as China’s capital since the reign of Kublai Khan, the city continues to expand at a remarkable pace. As the first post-industrial metropolis on the Chinese mainland, Beijing now hosts over 21 million residents, ranging from migrant workers to executives … Read more