Qatar Airways has opened its new Al Mourjan Business Lounge at Hamad International Airport. Available to first- and business-class passengers traveling with Qatar Airways and oneworld partner airlines, the lounge ranks among the largest airport lounges in the world. Spanning two levels and covering an area comparable to ten Olympic-sized swimming pools, the facility can … Read more

Plaza Premium is preparing to open a new airport lounge at Helsinki Airport (HEL). The lounge is planned to open in February 2019 and will be located in the airport’s non‑Schengen area, within the expanded central plaza of the terminal. Designed for comfort and convenience, the facility will include a live kitchen, shower suites, charging … Read more

In the Florida Keys, the Conch Republic is less a nickname and more a state of mind. Though just a couple of hours south of Miami, the islands feel like their own world. The archipelago offers white-sand beaches, aquamarine waters and coral-pink sunsets, a pristine paradise that draws visitors year-round. © ROB O’NEAL/FLORIDA KEYS NEWS … Read more

Whether you’re returning to the office, taking a trip, or easing into a new routine, do it with style and practicality. Here are a few well-chosen items that make leaving the house easier and more enjoyable. Sneaker LAB – Sneaker Wipes: $8 Sneaker LAB’s sneaker wipes are formulated for quick, on-the-go cleaning and work on … Read more

Air Tahiti Nui has revealed the cabin configuration for its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet. The aircraft will enter service in November as the carrier retires its Airbus A340-300s, introducing a modern three-class layout that includes economy, the airline’s first premium-economy product, and business class. The new MOANA Premium class is designed to offer noticeably … Read more

The Trump administration announced plans to expand facial recognition technology at the 20 busiest U.S. airports, aiming to screen nearly all international travelers at those hubs by 2021. The initiative would apply to U.S. citizens as well as foreign visitors, and it is intended to streamline biometric processing at departure and arrival checkpoints. The U.S. … Read more

There’s now a 512-room hotel at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, housed in a terminal originally built for Trans World Airlines and used from the 1960s until 2001. The aptly named TWA Hotel recreates the glamour of midcentury air travel while offering modern comforts. Highlights include a cocktail bar set inside a restored … Read more

The long-awaited opening of Hilton’s Conrad Los Angeles took place in July, marking the brand’s first property in California. Located within The Grand LA, Related Companies’ new destination for shopping, dining and entertainment, the 305-room hotel was designed by legendary architect Frank Gehry with interiors by Tara Bernerd & Partners.   © Courtesy of Conrad … Read more

Imagine arriving at an airport and boarding a plane almost immediately—no long waits, no stressful security lines. That scenario has become a reality for some travelers thanks to a shuttle service offered by Tradewind Aviation. Tradewind operated Pilatus PC-12 aircraft on short shuttle routes to St. Barths from departure points such as Puerto Rico, Antigua, … Read more

Long a landmark in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés quarter of Paris’s Left Bank, the Lutetia—now part of The Set collection—reopens to luxury travelers this spring after an extensive restoration. First established in 1910 by the family behind Le Bon Marché, the historic hotel has been thoughtfully modernized under the direction of architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, who blended contemporary … Read more