Arrival/Check-In: Leaving Caesarea and stopping in Haifa to visit the Baha’i Shrine and its terraced gardens, we entered the ancient port city of Acre. The atmosphere here evokes both the Middle East and the Middle Ages. Reaching The Efendi requires parking on Ha-Hagana Street across from the city wall and walking to the property. Staff … Read more

As the first INNSIDE by Meliá hotel in New York and Meliá Hotels International’s flagship property in North America, INNSIDE New York offers business and leisure travelers a modern, welcoming atmosphere paired with contemporary amenities and attentive service. INNSIDE by Meliá New York embodies a contemporary urban lifestyle concept, featuring efficient service, modern design, lively … Read more

Aer Lingus will begin nonstop service between Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MSP) and Dublin (DUB) starting July 8, 2019. This new transatlantic connection makes direct travel between the Twin Cities and Ireland more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. Brian Ryks, executive director and CEO of the Metropolitan Airports Commission, said the decision follows clear demand … Read more

Because I lack the gymnastic agility to climb to the top of the camel, the top of the camel must come to me. The Tunisian herdsman utters a guttural command, and the huge animal reluctantly lowers itself to a kneeling position, fixing me with a look that borders on disdain. I clamber onto the wooden-framed … Read more

Step right up to the greatest show on Earth: travel. Though 2020 felt like a circus and disrupted how we move around the world, travel still connects us to people and places that shape and educate us. The travel industry has pivoted to prioritize safety and health while preserving the spirit of exploration. In that … Read more

Irish carrier Aer Lingus has taken delivery of its newest Airbus A330-300 aircraft, named for the sixth-century bishop and abbot Saint Carthage the Elder. Configured with 30 business-class and 283 economy seats, the jet joins a long-haul fleet that now numbers 15 A330-family aircraft. The delivery arrives as Aer Lingus prepares for an expected record … Read more

Sailing sustainably is easier than ever. Dream Yacht Worldwide, a leading global sea-based vacation company, is expanding sustainable tourism by offering hybrid electric boats that combine modern comfort with environmental responsibility. DYW’s electric vessels provide a quieter, more peaceful sailing experience, allowing travelers to explore the Mediterranean and other seas while minimizing disturbance to marine … Read more

MYRIAD CITIES AROUND the globe claim their meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) offerings rank among the best, but Valencia, Spain, can back up that claim. In 2018 the Valencia Conference Centre was named World’s Best Convention Centre by the International Association of Conference Centres for the second time, a distinction shared by only a … Read more

The skyline of Anchorage is bold and dramatic: a cluster of skyscrapers framed by mountains and vast wilderness. “There aren’t many places where ‘there’s a moose sitting in the driveway’ is a legitimate excuse for being late for work,” said Jack Bonney, vice president of communications for Visit Anchorage. Rising on the northern horizon is … Read more

JetBlue has confirmed plans to launch transatlantic service to London, with multiple daily flights from New York (JFK) and Boston (BOS) beginning in 2021. The carrier has not yet specified whether it will use Heathrow or Gatwick as its London gateway. JetBlue will operate the new routes with Airbus A321LR aircraft. These single-aisle long-range jets … Read more