While I’m always happy to visit a spa, there are moments when my body truly begs for rest and renewal. That happened on a late October trip to Los Angeles, despite having been to a spa only a couple of weeks earlier. Here’s the context: I had just returned from a seven-day whirlwind through Doha, … Read more
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest has launched an online destination guide. Budapest Through Four Seasons Eyes is designed for travelers who use travel to connect with other cultures, uncover new interests, appreciate history and gain a deeper understanding of the richness of Budapest and Hungary. The 146-page digital travel guide organizes content into seven … Read more
Salt Lake City, Utah, welcomes two new downtown hotels in 2023: Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown and Element Salt Lake City Downtown. Both properties open in mid-January 2023 and represent the city’s first dual-pad development as well as the first pairing of Le Méridien and Element under the Marriott umbrella. Le Méridien Salt Lake … Read more
Singapore Airlines travelers can now save mobile boarding passes to Google Pay, becoming the first airline in the Asia-Pacific region to offer this convenience. The new option makes it easier for passengers to access boarding information on the go and reduces the need to carry paper or search for emails at the airport. This feature … Read more
Crystal AirCruises has revealed the interior design for its inaugural aircraft, a Boeing 777-200LR that will form the core of the AirCruises experience. Launching in fall 2017, Crystal AirCruises will carry 84 guests to remote and remarkable destinations worldwide on 14-, 21- and 28-day journeys. The aircraft’s layout emphasizes personalized luxury and spacious comfort: custom-designed … Read more
In 381, when a global council of Christian bishops met, Constantinople (today İstanbul) was the obvious choice. Delegates from across the Christian world converged on the city—what might be viewed as one of the earliest major meetings and events gatherings. For millennia İstanbul has occupied a unique geographic position. Sitting astride both banks of the … Read more
Even in ordinary times, people go to wellness resorts to kickstart healthier habits, unwind and receive attentive care. In this era of heightened anxiety due to COVID-19, guests increasingly seek natural beauty, thoughtful hospitality, nutritious food, fitness opportunities, and body and beauty treatments. Canyon Ranch Lenox also offers an extensive team of experts who provide … Read more
As a polar vortex brings frigid temperatures across much of the country and winter storms disrupt travel plans, Marriott Hotels is promoting a practical option for business travelers who need reliable, temporary work space. Marriott Hotels’ Workspace on Demand, created in partnership with LiquidSpace, allows guests to book short-term workspaces — from lobby seating to … Read more
Carlson Rezidor recently launched a pilot program to introduce on-site bike rental stations at selected Radisson Blu and Radisson hotels. The initiative aims to give guests an easy, healthy and eco-friendly transportation option during their stay. “Carlson Rezidor is committed to adding services and amenities that enhance the guest experience, and we are pleased to … Read more
The Distillery District in Toronto, Ontario, carved from century-old distillery buildings, is home to one of North America’s most popular Christmas markets — but its appeal extends far beyond the holidays. A short 10-minute walk from the landmark St. Lawrence Market, this lively neighborhood is packed with independently owned boutiques, galleries and eateries that offer … Read more