Tunebug Shake Here’s a clever, long-overdue accessory: a helmet-mounted speaker that delivers excellent audio while preserving situational awareness for bikers, skiers, and snowboarders. The unit pairs wirelessly with iPods, MP3 players, and mobile phones via Bluetooth. It runs on a LiPo battery and provides about five hours of continuous playback. The package includes a USB … Read more

Latvian carrier airBaltic has become the first airline worldwide to accept Bitcoin for ticket purchases. The airline operates flights to around 60 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Russia and the CIS. “airBaltic has been ranked among the top 10 most innovative airlines globally,” said Martin Gauss, CEO of airBaltic. “Introducing Bitcoin as a payment … Read more

PHOTO: © THE PENINSULA CHICAGO Executive Pastry Chef Jamie Caudy combines classical technique with fresh, modern interpretation across all pastry operations at The Peninsula Chicago. She oversees desserts served in the hotel’s restaurants, banquet desserts, retail offerings at Pierrot Gourmet, specialty celebration cakes and a variety of bakery items. Her culinary path began at Le … Read more

As travel rebounds from the pandemic slowdown, hoteliers are accelerating development to meet the changing demands of upscale travelers. New hotels opening around the world aim to combine elevated design, local culture and enhanced amenities to attract discerning guests. While the United States and China lead in the number of upcoming projects, noteworthy luxury openings … Read more

Etihad Airways will begin operating a second daily flight between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL) starting July 15, adding approximately 1,400 seats each week. Both services will be operated with two-class Airbus A330-200 aircraft, configured with 18 business class seats and 236 economy seats. Etihad’s expansion responds to sustained passenger demand on the … Read more

Good things come in threes, and completing Radisson Blu’s trio of U.S. properties is the newly renovated Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel, Philadelphia. Housed in a circa-1926 building in the desirable Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, the 301-room hotel reopened after a $20 million restoration that both honors the property’s history and adds contemporary comforts. A dedicated Business … Read more

We asked members of our Globility Board, a group of seasoned travelers who reflect the Global Traveler readership, to weigh in on which famous tourist sites they find overrated and which lesser-known destinations are worth the journey. Do you agree or disagree? Have your own recommendations? Share your thoughts using #globility. The Anne Frank House, … Read more

Photo: Javiergil, Dreamstime Alone in the desert, staring at dunes barely outlined against the night sky, I finally understood what the word “timeless” means. It wasn’t the same as calling a piece of jewelry or a dress “timeless.” In that moment I felt connected across eras — to those who had crossed this landscape millennia … Read more

At FXExpress Publications, Inc., we’re eager to #ComeBacktoTravel and to see the travel industry #ComeBacktoGT. Over the coming weeks we’ll share images from destinations we’re excited to explore. Join us for a visual journey through Turkey. Anitkabir in Ankara is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, leader of the Turkish War of Independence and the … Read more

A breathtaking helicopter flight over Kenya’s vast wilderness, soft blankets spread on a mountaintop and a picnic basket filled with fresh breads, crisp salads and homemade desserts — what more could a couple ask for? For romantic escapes, Cheli & Peacock Safaris offers a refined blend of adventure and intimacy. This collection of boutique safari … Read more