Nobu Hospitality, the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, will open its fourth hotel and restaurant in Spain—Nobu Hotel and Restaurant San Sebastián—in spring 2023. Known for its focus on cuisine, local culture and distinctive design, Nobu is a natural fit for San Sebastián. The city, capital … Read more
Three Chinese airlines have filed applications with the Civil Aviation Administration of China to launch new services to Europe. China Eastern Airlines has requested permission to operate a twice-weekly route between Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Wenzhou (WNZ), aiming to begin service in October. Currently, passengers flying from Milan Malpensa have non-stop options to several Chinese … Read more
Arrival/Check-In: After an early-morning flight and a long day of meetings, I was eager to settle in at The Redbury. I entered through the side entrance and was immediately greeted by a staff member who graciously took my luggage. The front desk attendant welcomed me before I reached the reservation desk, and the check-in process … Read more
The design and construction of Sleep Inn have been refreshed to better appeal to travelers of all ages and preferences. Choice Hotels International’s brand unveiled this updated look at the company’s annual convention in Las Vegas in May. The renovation emphasizes a modern, gray-toned exterior complemented by subtle purple LED lighting that signals a contemporary, … Read more
Dubai Duty Free, one of the world’s premier one-stop shopping destinations, recorded sales exceeding $1.9 billion in 2014, marking a 7.3 percent increase compared with 2013. The year closed particularly strong: to celebrate its 31st anniversary in December, Dubai Duty Free ran a three-day, sitewide promotion from Dec. 18–20 offering a 25 percent discount across … Read more
Asked to name an Asian city that ranks among the world’s busiest container ports, is the second-largest city on its island, and hosted the 2009 World Games, many Americans come up blank. Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is a thriving center for shipping, fishing, manufacturing, refining, shipbuilding, technology and other light and heavy industries, yet it retains a … Read more
Embark on a musical journey through Andalusia in southern Spain by following a route dedicated to the legendary flamenco singer Cayetano Muriel, known as el Niño de Cabra. This itinerary begins in Córdoba and visits four villages closely tied to Muriel’s life and legacy, including his birthplace, Cabra, as well as Bujalance, Lucena and Puente … Read more
It’s that time of year again: the air is full of romance, the scent of chocolate drifts from shop windows, and red roses line storefronts. But Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone. For those who prefer to skip the Hallmark moments, The Sagamore on Miami’s South Beach is offering Stupid Cupid — a playful alternative to … Read more
Dust off your boots and get ready to hit the dance floor: Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth has a brand-new floor. For 37 years the previous dance floor welcomed an estimated 17 million dancers and appeared in a variety of films and music videos, becoming a landmark in the city’s nightlife. Founded by Billy … Read more
Visiting Hong Kong feels like stepping into a live circuit—vibrant, fast-paced and endlessly stimulating. Comparable in energy to global metropolises like Tokyo, New York and London, Hong Kong pulses with commerce, culture and movement. Home to about 7 million people within roughly 426 square miles, this subtropical gateway on the South China Sea has evolved … Read more