On the outskirts of South Africa’s largest city lies what appears at first glance to be a middle-class neighborhood, with low hills of abandoned mining slag heaps visible in the distance — a gritty reminder of the area’s past. I walk along a tidy grid of streets that lack trees but are lined with brick-faced … Read more

Orlando’s appeal reaches far beyond its world-famous theme parks. This Central Florida destination is a top choice for both leisure and business travelers in the United States, known for its warm hospitality, extensive amenities, signature entertainment and a vibrant, culture-rich downtown. “Not only did Orlando remain the most visited destination in the country by welcoming … Read more

London Gatwick Airport will begin trials of autonomous vehicles to transport staff between locations on the airfield. The pilot, which will not carry passengers, is being run in partnership with software developer Oxbotica. Employees will use the vehicles to travel along the roads connecting the North and South Terminals. Gatwick believes this is the first … Read more

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts is celebrated for its refined European sensibility, elegant design, and dedication to culture and the arts. One standout initiative, Au Soleil, distills the essence of a perfect summer—luxurious leisure, sunlit moments, and a relaxed, stylish approach to travel. Au Soleil recreates the ambiance of a European summer around the world, … Read more

Warsaw, Poland’s capital and largest city, was once nicknamed “The Paris of the North” for its broad, tree-lined boulevards and elegant Baroque architecture. Much of the historic center was destroyed during World War II, but beginning in 1947 residents undertook a painstaking reconstruction of the Old Town, using the city’s rubble to rebuild the area … Read more

Airlines for America projects that 51 million passengers will travel on U.S. carriers worldwide during the 21-day winter holiday period from Dec. 15 through Jan. 4. This forecast represents a 3.5% increase compared with the roughly 49.3 million passengers who traveled during the same period last year. To handle an estimated 80,000 additional passengers each … Read more

Wearing comfortable shoes, carrying a credit card for meals and a pocketful of euros for museum admissions, I began the day with a delightful breakfast of toast, marmalade and iced coffee (blanco y negro) at Gijón (Paseo de Recoletos 21), a café founded in 1888 that still evokes 19th-century Madrid. From there I walked south … Read more

With only a few weeks to go, revelers are preparing for Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival, the vibrant explosion of color, music, dance and creativity that sweeps the twin-island nation every year. Known for its massive masquerade bands, elaborate costumes, infectious rhythms and exuberant street celebrations, Trinidad’s Carnival—the largest in the Caribbean—is often called “the greatest … Read more

Couples and small groups can escape to the quieter side of the Garden State: Cape May, New Jersey — specifically Cape Resorts’ Beach Plum Farm. This 62-acre property combines the calm and natural beauty of a working farm with the distinctive charm, comfort and history of Cape May. Private cottage at Beach Plum Farm. Photos; … Read more

Who doesn’t appreciate a finely crafted timepiece or an intricate mechanical clock? While millions of visitors remain captivated by landmark clocks in cities such as Bern, Munich and Zürich, the demand for Swiss and German watchmaking endures. Zicasso Handcrafted Travel has created a Nine-Day Luxury Watchmakers Tour of Switzerland and Germany that lets travelers explore … Read more