Most of the purchases at last month’s Paris Air Show focused on conventional, fossil fuel-powered aircraft. However, one company stood out by showcasing a fully electric commercial airplane. U.S. regional carrier Cape Air has agreed to buy a double-digit number of planes from Israeli start-up Eviation, the maker of what it describes as the world’s … Read more

Elevate your wellness routine with CostaBaja Resort & Spa’s new paddleboard yoga retreats. Starting in January, this five-star beachfront resort overlooking the Sea of Cortez—renowned for its rich marine biodiversity—will host a series of paddleboard yoga retreats (Jan. 8–12, 15–19 and 22–26). Each retreat blends daily yoga and meditation with water-based activities, spa time, and … Read more

Boeing and Jetstar Airways have marked the delivery of Jetstar’s first Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the first Dreamliner to be operated by any Australian carrier. Ray Conner, president and CEO of Boeing, said the company is proud to hand over the innovative 787 to Jetstar. He noted that the Dreamliner’s industry-leading fuel efficiency will give Jetstar … Read more

Delta Air Lines has ended the sale of day passes for its Sky Club lounges to reduce overcrowding and improve the experience for members. While other carriers have not adopted the same approach, lounge crowding has become a wider industry concern as lounge popularity and access options grow. Delta’s policy change took effect on November … Read more

There’s nothing more American than a summer road trip. According to AAA, more than half of traveling families plan to hit the road this season. Based on WalletHub’s analysis of factors like road quality and gas prices, these seven destinations stand out as the best places to plan a summer drive, offering scenic routes, outdoor … Read more

There’s much to anticipate in the Caribbean meetings and events landscape following a major $80 million renovation at La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. The extensive refresh includes updated guestrooms and suites, plus redesigned meeting spaces such as the 5,576-square-foot Las Nereidas Ballroom. Flexible function rooms include the 1,239-square-foot Salon Mirador, the … Read more

Wine nurtures the spirit at Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine. Founded in 1146 and carefully renovated in 2012, this exclusive abbey hotel and winery in Spain’s Duero wine region is converting the estate’s former stables into a center for holistic healing and wellness. Opening in summer 2015, the 10,000-square-foot El Santuario will offer vinotherapy-focused treatments overseen by … Read more

An enigma of a city that manages to effortlessly combine refinement and a sense of exhilaration, London offers numerous venues ideal for meeting colleagues or hosting private business events. ©3 HENRIETTA STREET If you want to impress, consider booking a private room at 3 Henrietta Street in Covent Garden. Nestled in a beautifully restored 1780 … Read more

We recognize butlers from literature (Jeeves in P.G. Wodehouse’s novels), film (Alfred in Batman) and British television (Hudson in Upstairs, Downstairs and Carson in Downton Abbey). Traditionally associated with grand households and aristocratic service, the modern butler has evolved to meet contemporary needs. As dual-career households, dot-com entrepreneurs and luxury travel proliferated, demand for highly … Read more

United Airlines now offers enhanced check-in options for frequent travelers at San Francisco International Airport, helping them move more quickly from curb to gate. The upgrades include a dedicated reception lobby for members of the invitation-only Global Services program and a separate, expedited check-in area for MileagePlus Premier members. The new Global Services reception lobby … Read more