Everywhere I look, undulating shapes and colorful mosaics fill the view. In the thermal spa town of Bad Blumau, Austria, the extraordinary Rogner Bad Blumau resort offers more than healing waters—it presents an artistic environment designed to promote wellbeing. The cluster of buildings, pools and green spaces feels like a bathing wonderland conceived by developer … Read more

This September, a carefully restored 17th-century manor in the Cotswolds opens as an intimate, luxury hotel. HYLL offers 26 thoughtfully designed accommodations across the main house and adjoining buildings, including eight bedrooms, lounges, a restaurant, a snug and a bar. © HYLL Hotel / Richard Higginbottom Located on 60 acres of meadow, hill and woodland … Read more

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club in Colorado Springs has unveiled a collection of refreshed spring experiences and seasonal offers designed for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. From golf and wellness to suites and family-friendly activities, each package is crafted to help guests make the most of their time against the dramatic backdrop … Read more

Beginning and ending in St. John’s, Adventure Canada’s Newfoundland Circumnavigation voyage invites travelers to discover the island’s people, landscapes, wildlife and history. © Jen Derbach The itinerary blends cultural encounters and natural wonders: local storytelling and folk art sessions; a Mi’kmaq welcome at Miawpukek First Nation; exploration of Gros Morne National Park; sampling the wine … Read more

A Costa Rican escape turns sizzling at Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort as its popular guest chef series returns. Chef Steven Howells of Philadelphia’s Blackfish Restaurant will be the featured guest May 6–10. The immersive program includes three gourmet dinners, two hands-on cooking classes, plus coffee, rum and wine tastings. Priced at $330 … Read more

In Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan—one of India’s most dazzling states—I step into a busy boulevard and try to cross the street. Although Jaipur was carefully planned in 1727, today its broad avenues are packed with traffic. Facing the salmon-hued walls that earned the city the nickname “Pink City,” I step off the curb toward … Read more

Edinburgh’s skyline is dominated by its iconic castle, perched on a dramatic slab of ancient volcanic rock above the city. Open seasonally, the castle welcomes visitors to explore its fortifications, chambers and hidden corners; from April 1 to September 30 tours are available until 6 p.m., offering a rich introduction to the city’s history and … Read more

In Lake Forest, Illinois—about 45 minutes north of downtown Chicago—The Forester, a Hyatt Place Hotel, has introduced a new Suite Culinary Experience that elevates the concept of a chef’s table. Now available to book, this offering brings the hotel’s culinary talent directly into guests’ suites for an intimate, chef-prepared dining event. Set in the picturesque … Read more

Just before the plane’s cabin door opens, a flight attendant on my reassuringly named Calm Air flight advises passengers to bundle up. Seconds later, a gust of wind-driven air that feels like 40 below — whether Celsius or Fahrenheit hardly matters — blasts through the cabin. Icy pellets sting my face as I cross the … Read more

Costa Rica is a hugely popular destination for travelers of all kinds, thanks to its spectacular natural attractions, excellent connectivity and well-developed infrastructure. With both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines, untouched jungles and mountainous national parks, Costa Rica has something to offer every visitor. On the Pacific side, Manuel Antonio National Park features beautiful beaches and … Read more