Arrival/Check-In: I arrived at McCarran International Airport (LAS) late on a Sunday night and chose the hotel’s airport shuttle to avoid long taxi lines. The drive to the property took about 10 minutes. A doorman greeted me and guided me to a quiet VIP check-in area beside the marble lobby. The private room blocked casino … Read more

Following strong interest in the 2015 Private Jet Experiences, Four Seasons expanded the program for 2016 with four new Private Jet itineraries focused on adventure and cultural discovery. These journeys were developed to give modern luxury travelers a seamless, immersive Four Seasons experience both in the air and on the ground. “The launch of the … Read more

NYX Hotel has opened its second location in Prague, following the brand’s debut in Milan earlier this year. The lifestyle property combines bold design with a raw, artistic aesthetic to create a memorable urban stay. Situated in the heart of Prague, the hotel occupies a historically preserved building designed in the Czech Rondo-Cubist style. Inside, … Read more

Marriott has made booking stays simpler for business travelers by integrating its reservation tools directly into Slack. This new extension lets users search and book Marriott properties without leaving the messaging app, streamlining the process for professionals who work remotely or travel frequently. Available as a Slack extension, the feature enables quick access to nearly … Read more

Hamad International Airport has unveiled a major expansion project that introduces ORCHARD, a lush indoor garden at the heart of the new terminal area. © Hamad International Airport “We are immensely proud to officially launch our airport expansion. Our growth plan will see us welcome over 58 million passengers annually – offering global travelers the … Read more

Austrian Airlines, together with Vienna Airport and energy company OMV, has begun a pilot program to convert used plastic cups collected on flights into fuels and new plastic materials. Cabin crew will separate and collect the disposable cups during flights. After landing, Vienna Airport transfers the collected cups to a waste-handling facility where they are … Read more

TAIPEI IS A BEEHIVE OF ACTIVITY, as you would expect of a city with a population comparable to Chicago, but those are not bumblebees you hear at every intersection. They’re motorized scooters — the preferred mode of transport for many young Taipei residents. Compact, agile and a little edgy, these two-wheelers match Taipei’s energy perfectly. … Read more

On the shore of West Kauai, Waimea Plantation Cottages has introduced its Premier Cottage Collection, a curated group of four distinctive homes drawn from the resort’s 59 vintage cottages. Situated on 43 oceanfront acres, the cottages range from one to five bedrooms and blend historic charm with comfortable, island-style living. Kruse Cottage © Waimea Plantation … Read more

In February, Kansas City International Airport unveiled a new $1.5 billion terminal, the airport’s first major modernization since opening in 1972. The single, streamlined building opens with 40 domestic and international gates and room to expand to 50 gates in the future, replacing the previous three-terminal complex. The terminal is designed for passenger convenience and … Read more

Croatia draws visitors for many reasons. Fans of Game of Thrones recognize familiar filming locations such as King’s Landing; history enthusiasts admire its well-preserved architecture; wine lovers find extensive vineyards and excellent local vintages; and beachgoers are spoiled by some of the Mediterranean’s most picturesque islands and coastlines. With more than 1,000 islands and islets … Read more