Dubai is the most visited of the United Arab Emirates, drawing about 5.82 million foreign tourists last year, while Abu Dhabi is the largest emirate and serves as the nation’s capital. These two are the best-known of the seven emirates, but the federation also includes Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al-Quwain—each with its … Read more
Virgin America will expand its San Francisco International Airport offerings with new nonstop service to Denver International Airport beginning March 15, 2016. The carrier plans to operate three daily round-trip flights between the two cities, increasing travel options for both leisure and business passengers. This Denver route is part of Virgin America’s broader growth plan … Read more
Dorsett Hospitality International has announced plans for its second London hotel. The group will redevelop The Matrix building at Aldgate tube station together with the adjacent 18th-century St. Botolph Church into a new property named Dorsett City, London. Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2015, the 13-story hotel will offer 275 guestrooms and … Read more
Google’s latest mobile app, Google Trips, launched last week and aims to simplify travel planning and navigation. The app pulls together information from Google Maps, user reviews and travel details to build a personalized guide tailored to each trip. After signing in with a Gmail account, Google Trips automatically gathers the traveler’s upcoming reservations—flights, hotels … Read more
Just one year after construction began, and timed for Earth Day, the first phase of St. Kitts’ 20-acre agro-tourism farm — a 16,956-square-foot greenhouse — has been completed. Phase II, which includes a visitor and activity center along with a teahouse, is currently under construction. Built on the grounds of a former sugar plantation, the … Read more
British Airways has introduced its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the London Heathrow (LHR) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) route. The aircraft carries 214 passengers, configured with 35 business class seats, 25 premium economy seats and 154 economy seats, offering a modern cabin layout designed for comfort on long-haul flights. Sean Doyle, Executive Vice President for … Read more
With so many picturesque and enchanting Greek islands to choose from, selecting the perfect destination can feel overwhelming. Among Greece’s roughly 227 inhabited islands, three stand out for their distinctive character and unforgettable experiences: Santoríni, Crete, and Rhodes. On Santoríni, the iconic sunset in Oia is a must. We hiked the six miles from Fira … Read more
When golf courses as exceptional as Oregon’s Bandon Dunes appear — the sort that arrive perhaps once in a generation — ordinary language fails. Writers have already used up every superlative on lesser layouts, so a place like Bandon Dunes demands a fresh vocabulary. The course evokes a powerful, almost delicious nostalgia and has a … Read more
As I pulled into Santander, the objections of my Asturian friends still echoed in my ears: “A weekend in Santander? What a waste of time!” I understood their bias — Gijón, Asturias’s largest city, tends to look down on its neighboring regional capital. Both coastal cities are similar in size and attract summer visitors, but … Read more
Small and elegant, El Convento Boutique Hotel in Antigua, Guatemala, offers 26 individually decorated suites that blend local culture with modern comforts. Each suite features handcrafted wooden doors, richly woven textiles, original sculpture and artwork, and distinctive furnishings that reflect the region’s heritage. At the same time, guests enjoy contemporary conveniences such as high-speed WiFi, … Read more
