Ecotourism, ecotravel, reduce – reuse – recycle, sustainability: these terms have shaped the travel industry for years. A newer term gaining traction is upcycling. Merriam-Webster defines upcycling as “to recycle (something) in such a way that the resulting product is of a higher value than the original item.” As travelers and brands aim to reduce … Read more

Etihad Airways will expand its presence in India after receiving approval to take a 24 percent stake in Jet Airways. The airline’s growth plan begins with more frequent services and larger aircraft on several existing India routes. Services between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and both Mumbai (BOM) and New Delhi (DEL) have been increased from seven … Read more

With its compelling mix of centuries-old tradition and contemporary sophistication, Seoul has earned a reputation as one of the world’s premier destinations for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions. According to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Seoul ranked among the top 20 cities globally for number of international meetings hosted in 2018, outpacing several … Read more

ARUBA | Carley Thornell Aruba may be the smallest of the ABC Islands, but it draws far more visitors than its neighbors. The island’s accessibility, compact size and variety of hotels, activities and dining make it a favorite for families, couples and solo travelers alike. Long known as the most adventurous of the trio—with De … Read more

Wyndham Hotel Group has expanded its Latin America presence with the opening of Wyndham Guayaquil in Ecuador. Situated downtown on the waterfront near the Simón Bolívar Convention Center, the 179-room hotel is the first Wyndham Hotels and Resorts property in Ecuador. “Introducing our flagship brand in an emerging market like Ecuador — and in one … Read more

United Airlines announced new international routes that began in 2019, expanding its transatlantic network and adding direct connections from key U.S. gateways to Europe. Starting March 30, United became the only U.S. carrier offering non-stop service between San Francisco (SFO) and Amsterdam (AMS). This route marked the airline’s fifth nonstop link to the Netherlands. The … Read more

The Hotel Association of Portugal has launched an online platform designed to simplify hotel bookings for international travelers and address what it identified as a lack of effective online accessibility for Portuguese hospitality venues. The platform, CLICK2PORTUGAL.com, offers travelers a straightforward and secure way to make online reservations. It was developed after research found that … Read more

If you have ever wondered whether the adjectives used to describe wine—spice, currants, pepper, blackberries, chocolate, leather, or licorice—match what your nose and palate can find, pour a glass of Hermitage Rouge, swirl, and take a careful sniff. Hermitage Rouge is a classic, full-bodied red from France’s northern Rhône Valley, produced from Syrah vines planted … Read more

THE LARGEST CITY IN CANADA, Toronto is a vibrant, cosmopolitan center of business, finance, arts and culture. Located about 14 miles from downtown — home to landmarks like the CN Tower, Casa Loma and the Royal Ontario Museum — Toronto Pearson International is Canada’s largest and busiest airport. More than 75 airlines operate roughly 1,100 … Read more

Set within Death Valley National Park, the Inn at Furnace Creek takes full advantage of its dramatic desert setting with spectacular sunsets and a distinguished history of hospitality dating back to the late 1920s. Over the decades the inn has drawn celebrities and notable guests—Hollywood stars were regular visitors, and it famously served as the … Read more