Arrival/Check-In: Arriving at The London NYC on a clear spring day, I found a compact, ultra-modern lobby and experienced a warm, efficient welcome. Check-in was swift and staff promptly escorted me to my suite. Guest Quarters: Stepping into the suite, I was immediately impressed by the space and design. At over 500 square feet, the … Read more

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a memorable brunch at the historic Winchester Mystery House in San José, California. Taking place Sunday, May 12 at 11 a.m., this special event invites families to honor the moms in their lives with a relaxed outdoor meal on the estate grounds, complemented by bottomless mimosas. Guests also have the option … Read more

Move over, mints: the Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast in Upstate New York replaces the customary pillow mint with a handmade miniature pie. Nestled in the Hudson Valley village of Salisbury Mills, this charming inn offers a sweet finish to a day of leaf peeping or sightseeing. Co-owner and cookbook author-in-the-making Dena Finneran bakes the … Read more

Whether you’re exploring the English countryside for historic castles, beautiful gardens or scenic landscapes, the United Kingdom is also home to another intriguing attraction: crop circles. These distinctive formations, rich in mystery and folklore, appear across the country with an average of around 30 reported formations each year, making them a noteworthy stop for visitors … Read more

The Hawai’i Tourism Authority has launched an immersive virtual reality tour to promote travel to the Hawaiian Islands. Using 360-degree live-action footage, the experience places users directly in Hawai’i’s landscapes and cultural settings. Hawai’i VR premiered at the 2016 Hawai’i Tourism Conference, held Sept. 26–30 at the Hawai’i Convention Center. The virtual tour was created … Read more

Love a good Bangkok Mule, Rockaway Lemonade or Old Dirty Bramble while the sun sinks below the New York City skyline? Enjoy those and more with close-up views of the Empire State Building at the Refinery Rooftop, located at 63 W. 38th St. in the Garment District. Beginning in June and continuing throughout the summer, … Read more

Hyatt has launched a global initiative to eliminate single-use plastic straws and drink picks. Effective Sept. 1, these items will be provided only upon request, and many properties will offer eco-friendly alternatives such as paper, compostable or reusable options where available. This move is part of Hyatt’s broader 2020 Environmental Sustainability Vision, which focuses on … Read more

© Debra James | Dreamstime.comJune is National Scuba Month. To celebrate, here are some of the world’s finest scuba destinations—from the clearest waters and most colorful reefs to places frequented by exotic marine life. © Rodrigolab | Dreamstime.comBarracuda Point, off Sipadan Island in Malaysia, is a dramatic coral wall where divers commonly encounter sharks, turtles, … Read more

Luxury travelers seeking a distinctive experience in Valencia, Spain, need look no further. After joining a Sea Saffron tour on a recent visit, I can wholeheartedly recommend this unique offering. Our guide for the evening was Eduardo Aguilar, who also owns the company. His enthusiasm for Valencia and the tour was contagious. Warm, personable and … Read more

One step through Florian Gate — a 14th-century fortified tower leading to the largest medieval square in Europe — and you understand the appeal of Krakow. Unlike its northern neighbor Warsaw, which was largely destroyed during World War II and rebuilt in the postwar era, Krakow retains much of its original historical fabric. Designated among … Read more