This year, follow the Good Cheer Trail through Nova Scotia and discover the province’s finest wineries, craft breweries, brewpubs and distilleries while taking in stunning coastal scenery. The route highlights 38 stops in total: 14 wineries, 12 craft breweries, five distilleries, five brewpubs, and two national historic sites — Port Royal and the Fortress of … Read more

As a child growing up in Texas, the closest I ever got to dogsledding was strapping on inline skates and walking my black Labrador around the neighborhood. Dogsledding felt exotic and distant; I often imagined the rush of icy air on my face as I shouted “Mush!” to a team of blue-eyed huskies. So when … Read more

Lyford Cay in West Nassau is home to the newly opened Island House, a boutique luxury property where art and authentic local experiences shape every stay. Designed by New York’s award-winning studio Champalimaud and furnished with works by emerging Bahamian artists, the 30-room hotel blends contemporary design with a strong sense of place. Guestrooms overlook … Read more

Cathay Pacific has moved its New York operations to Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport. Announced last month, the relocation aims to improve connections with other oneworld carriers, especially American Airlines. The Hong Kong–based airline previously operated from Terminal 7. Its last departure from that terminal was on Jan. 15 at 12:45 a.m.; … Read more

Security officers at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport discovered 30 bullets in the carry-on bag of an American Airlines crewmember during a screening last month. The unidentified flight attendant had passed through multiple security checkpoints before airport authorities found the ammunition. He was returning to the United States on duty when the loaded magazines containing the … Read more

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