There is no doubt Rotterdam is one of Europe’s most design-forward cities, especially when it comes to adapting historic buildings for contemporary uses. A striking example is the early 20th-century Pakhuis Santos, the former Santos coffee warehouse in Rotterdam’s port area. This industrial landmark is being transformed into the new home of the Nederlands Fotomuseum … Read more

PHOTO: © AMAWATERWAYS THE BASICS Name: Kristin Karst Title: Owner and Executive Vice President Company, city: AmaWaterways; Calabasas, California First job: After earning a degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management, I began in 1990 as a travel agent with American Express in Dresden, just before German reunification. That moment shaped my career and opened opportunities … Read more

Before World War I, women working in the hospitality industry were rare. Some assisted their husbands running small guesthouses or managed the occasional pensione, but it wasn’t until men went off to war that hotels began to rely on women for staffing. That shift opened the door for women to enter the field in larger … Read more

Crystal River Cruises’ popular President’s Cruise will sail over Thanksgiving this year, with CEO and president Edie Rodriguez and her husband Tom joining guests aboard the Crystal Mozart for a special November voyage along the Danube. For the first time, the President’s Cruise will be hosted on a river ship rather than one of Crystal’s … Read more

THE RIGHT TO EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY might not be listed among the first 10 Constitutional Amendments, but when it comes to enjoying a drink at sea, it helps define the experience aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship. With 16 vessels in operation and five more under construction, the 51-year-old line visits nearly 300 … Read more

Something is always happening in Washington, D.C., and the activity reaches well beyond Capitol Hill. A recent $9.6 billion investment across the 68-square-mile city is bringing new developments, renovating historic sites and improving neighborhoods for the benefit of roughly 4 million residents and countless visitors. “If you haven’t been to D.C. in five or 10 … Read more

In centuries past, large ships carrying prized goods departed from Lisbon’s port for distant destinations. Like other settlements that grew around deep natural harbors, Lisbon developed into a key node in international trade. Today it remains one of Europe’s major commercial and container ports and continues to play an important role in maritime commerce. Despite … Read more

San Diego has always felt like the place that got away for me. With warm ocean breezes, an outdoor lifestyle and an easygoing vibe, it’s the kind of city that makes you want to stay. Somehow, after college, my husband and I left. Years later a blind date led to marriage, two boys and a … Read more

I have played the 36-hole combination at Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms for many years. Although it is a public facility, the club has a private feel and tee times are generally easy to secure. The property offers two distinct courses: the Dwight D. Eisenhower Course (the “Ike”) and the Babe Didrikson Zaharias … Read more

Opulence in a city celebrated for art: what could be more inviting? At the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Firenze in Florence, Italy, guests experience a modern take on Renaissance luxury. Rooms and suites offer city views and thoughtful amenities such as European soaking tubs, complimentary Wi‑Fi, fully stocked private bars, plush terry robes and down … Read more