The broad green expanse of Esplanadi park lies between Helsinki’s two central boulevards, its lawns framed by façades from several architectural periods. At the end nearest the harbor and the old Market Square, a fountain guarded by stone sea lions plays beneath the figure of a beautiful woman: Havis Amanda, the daughter of the Baltic. … Read more

Air China is expanding its network from its regional hub in Chengdu (CTU) with a new nonstop route to Paris (CDG). Beginning Dec. 12, the airline will operate four weekly direct flights between Chengdu and Paris. This addition makes Paris Air China’s fifth European destination, alongside Amsterdam (AMS), Frankfurt (FRA), London (LHR) and Moscow (DME). … Read more

United Airlines has become the first carrier to bring sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the United States. Neste will supply up to 1 million gallons of its Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel, with the initial delivery arriving in August. “This is what happens when innovation, … Read more

Azamara Cruises has introduced new shore programming for its Greenland sailings beginning this July. Known for Destination Immersion experiences and Extended Destination Days, the line developed these immersive shore excursions in collaboration with local communities to highlight Greenland’s dramatic landscapes and living culture. With a focus on locally driven activities, guests will experience authentic Greenlandic … Read more

The highly anticipated GT Tested Reader Survey has even more to celebrate in 2024. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the GT Tested Reader Survey awards, and several winning brands reached major milestones for long-term excellence and consistent service. Global Traveler awards Quint Status to brands that have won the same category for five … Read more

As a longtime off-the-beaten-path traveler, I admit I was a little annoyed when Ireland officially mapped the Wild Atlantic Way, a 1,500-mile route that traces the rugged western coastline from Derry to Kinsale. Revealing so many hidden detours means fewer secrets for solo explorers, yet there’s a catch: the Wild Atlantic Way isn’t for the … Read more

Harber Nomad Organizer Traveling with electronics often means managing a tangle of cables, chargers and small accessories. The Harber Nomad Organizer provides a stylish, practical solution. Offered in tan, black, blue and brown and in several sizes, this pouch is sized to hold a tablet, smartphone and other devices while providing dedicated cord storage and … Read more

Ever wondered how mail was transported across the United States through its national parks? From June 9 to March 25, 2018, the Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C., presented Trailblazing: 100 Years of Our National Parks, an exhibition marking the centennial of the National Park Service. The show explored how the National Park system … Read more

Manila is a vibrant, fast-growing metropolis at the heart of the Philippines’ economic upswing. With a large English-speaking population, a strengthening stock market and growing international investment, the capital city is attracting attention as a regional business hub. Historically, Manila has been a strategic prize for many empires—Spanish, American, Chinese and Japanese—creating a culturally diverse … Read more

Experience Southern charm in Atlanta, Georgia—the ninth-largest city in the United States. Known as the “City in a Forest” for its abundant trees and green spaces throughout downtown, Atlanta blends Southern hospitality with cosmopolitan culture. The city attracts business and leisure travelers alike with world-class arts and entertainment, a vibrant culinary scene, and diverse neighborhoods … Read more