In an effort to give guests more immersive destination experiences, The Ritz-Carlton has launched a new brand initiative called #RCMemories. Each #RCMemories offering is tailored to its individual Ritz-Carlton property and spans a wide range of experiences, from enhanced in-room amenities to authentic cultural activities and live performances. At The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, for example, … Read more

Airline customer satisfaction with U.S.-based carriers rose by 1.4 percent, according to a recent report. This improvement came even as more people traveled and airlines faced challenges such as computer system disruptions and the grounding of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The American Customer Satisfaction Index Travel Report 2018–2019 found that overall passenger satisfaction with U.S. … Read more

Flight attendants at Austrian Airlines are receiving a refreshed, stylish uniform that emphasizes the carrier’s signature crimson. The revamped design features tailored silhouettes with subtle retro details, giving the garments a timeless yet modern feel. In the coming weeks, crew members will vote on whether accessories such as red shoes and stockings should be included … Read more

Wild luxury is the hallmark of Bushtops Mara Spa in Kenya, winner of the 2015 World Luxury Safari Spa Award. Designed by Swiss architect Andrin Schweizer, the spa integrates the surrounding landscape into every treatment, creating a calm, restorative environment that connects guests with the African bush. A broad wooden relaxation deck offers uninterrupted views … Read more

Think you have exceptional blending skills? Put them to the test—or sharpen them—in Paso Robles, California, at the luxurious Allegretto Vineyard Resort with their Distillery Tour and Mixology Class. This three-day, two-night escape showcases the Central Coast’s craft distilling scene. Guests enjoy private tours of three local distilleries where regional ingredients are highlighted in expertly … Read more

Glasgow’s food scene has never been better, driven by a growing movement that celebrates locally produced goods. For anyone with a sweet tooth, there are plenty of artisan treats to discover. Sample handcrafted Scottish fudge at The Wee Fudge Company, enjoy bespoke chocolates from Sugar Wings, or try honey harvested from local hives at Ed’s … Read more

A new law passed in the United States last month requires airlines to refund baggage fees when checked luggage is delayed. Under the new rule, carriers must “promptly provide to a passenger an automated refund for any ancillary fees paid by the passenger for checked baggage” if a bag is not delivered within the specified … Read more

It’s nearly that heady time of year when the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City fills its stages with world-class artists for a festival celebrating some of Mozart’s most beloved works. This year’s Mostly Mozart Festival opens with a special fantasy performance, The Singing Heart, at David Geffen Hall on July … Read more

Wild Dunes Resort, the 1,600-acre oceanfront destination in South Carolina, has announced plans for a new 153-room boutique hotel along with expanded meeting and event facilities. The boutique hotel will reflect the resort’s existing AAA Four Diamond aesthetic and will include a standalone restaurant, an 8,000-square-foot ballroom, and a 3,000-square-foot ocean-view rooftop event space. An … Read more

A first-of-its-kind spa will open in the Canadian Rockies this February. Surrounded by alpine forests and mountains, Kananaskis Nordic Spa is a modern sanctuary that offers a fresh interpretation of the hot-warm-cold-rest-repeat hydrotherapy tradition rooted in Nordic wellness. “We wanted the spa to feel Canadian from its core,” says Jennifer Buckler, vice president of spa … Read more