Not that you need an excuse to visit Bali, but Semara Luxury Villa Resort Uluwatu has just made a stay even more appealing by upgrading its butler service for villa guests. Each of the seven individually designed villas features a private infinity pool with sea views and nearly 100 feet of cliff frontage, creating a … Read more

Make 2026 the year you finally keep your New Year’s resolutions. Whether your goals are to maintain a consistent workout routine, improve sleep habits, or elevate overall wellbeing, Equinox offers travelers a practical, sustainable approach to turning good intentions into lasting rituals. © Courtesy of Equinox Hotels Equinox Hotel New York’s new “Commit to Something” … Read more

If the thought of visiting Southwest Germany’s famous wine regions or exploring its historic beer halls without tasting anything sounds unappealing, there’s good news: sober tourism is growing, and local producers are crafting alcohol-free drinks that are genuinely enjoyable. Creative winemakers, brewers and distillers are responding to demand with refined alcohol-free alternatives. Take Piff Paff … Read more

The formal atmosphere of many hotels can make a vacation feel stiff and impersonal. Home-sharing platforms such as Airbnb offer an alternative, but they bring their own problems: inaccurate listings, inconsistent hosts and shifting local regulations. These challenges have created a market for professionally managed rental alternatives. Domio, a New York City–based startup, positions itself … Read more

Turkey is experiencing a steady recovery in tourism, with visitor numbers on the rise. If you’re planning a trip, consider adding these standout destinations to your itinerary: Near the village of Kayadibi, between the Black Sea and central Anatolia, the Virgin Mary Monastery in northern Turkey has reopened after extensive renovation. Carved into a natural … Read more

Gazing down upon Chester from the broad red sandstone walls that encircle the city, I feel a small twinge of irritation. My husband, James, who’s joined me on the two-mile wall walk, wears the same look of quiet disbelief. I can guess his thought before he speaks: our modest garden wall, rebuilt a few summers … Read more

“Check out the view.” Those four words turned into a refrain during my visit to Athens. Everywhere I went, hosts and shopkeepers wanted to point out the Acropolis, each convinced their spot offered the best perspective in the city. The UNESCO World Heritage site became the defining image of my trip, and it made me … Read more

The 10th annual ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival will take place Sept. 15–17 in Boulder, Colo., offering a lively program of conversations, readings and performances designed to connect audiences with prominent authors, thinkers and artists from around the world. Events will be held at the Main Boulder Public Library complex. Admission is free, but attendees must … Read more

With road trips and long weekend getaways forming the backbone of many Americans’ summer travel plans, it’s a good time to consider upgrading your luggage. Solo New York produces sleek, durable, and travel-ready bags designed to suit a range of travelers and destinations, offering thoughtful organization and reliable construction for short trips and beyond. Grand … Read more

Many travelers are expanding their horizons by flying long haul to exotic destinations that once seemed like bucket-list dreams. One such destination is the Kingdom of Bhutan, a landlocked nation in the Eastern Himalayas between China and India. Three new luxury hotels in Bhutan now give curious and discerning travelers more options for experiencing this … Read more