Could airline boarding procedures contribute to the spread of communicable diseases? New research indicates they might. Researchers at Arizona State University examined how boarding practices and aircraft size influence transmission risk. Their findings indicate that routinely bringing together passengers from varied locations and keeping them in close proximity for extended periods creates opportunities for infectious … Read more

Start planning that long-awaited trip to the island of Ireland. With travel restrictions lifted, now is an ideal time to visit and enjoy everything the country offers. 1. The craic (fun) is back! Ireland’s towns and cities are buzzing again — laughter spills into the streets and music fills the air. As spring unfolds, you’ll … Read more

Dreaming of a sunny road trip to an iconic beach destination? Pack your bags for Northern California’s Tomales Bay and leave the winter chill behind. This scenic region, accessed via the Pacific Coast Highway, offers fresh local foods, coastal views, and plenty of ways to unwind in nature. Base yourself at the Lodge at Marconi, … Read more

The Airlines for America Air Travelers in America report found that 48 percent of Americans flew on an airline in 2017, and 88 percent said they had flown on a commercial flight at least once in their lifetime. By comparison, in 1977 only 25 percent of Americans flew in a single year and 63 percent … Read more

In 2004, when the published issues of Global Traveler were still in single digits, publisher and CEO Francis X. Gallagher and I were at a meeting in Boston when we passed a celebration for a local magazine’s 10th anniversary. At the time, marking our own decade felt like a distant dream. We surpassed that milestone … Read more

Visiting Medellín in Colombia’s Western Andes feels like stepping into a vividly imagined story — no wonder the city helped inspire Disney’s Encanto. Nestled among green valleys and home to some of the world’s tallest palms, Medellín greets visitors with colorful neighborhoods, garden-like balconies and lively communities that are as photogenic as they are welcoming. … Read more

Jumpstart your 2025 wellness goals and book one (or more) of COMO Hotels and Resorts’ COMO Wellness Journeys, hosted at properties around the world throughout 2025. COMO Parrot Cay At COMO Parrot Cay in Turks & Caicos, the “Improve Your Posture with Amy Buck” program is available through Jan. 16. This experience blends multiple movement … Read more

Etihad has announced a set of changes to its ground and in-flight services, including the discontinuation of complimentary chauffeur transfers at most international destinations. The airline says the changes are “designed to offer increased value and flexibility based on customer feedback.” These updates are part of a broader effort to align Etihad’s product and service … Read more

Thanks to strong jet streams over the northern United States, a flight between Los Angeles and New York recently took less than four hours. On Feb. 17, United flight 415 departed Los Angeles International Airport and arrived at Newark Liberty International Airport in just 226 minutes. The flight took off at 11:28 p.m. Pacific time … Read more

All Nippon Airways has teamed up with Toyota Boshoku to design and produce a new economy-class seat for ANA’s domestic fleet. This collaboration brings together ANA’s aviation experience and Toyota Boshoku’s long-standing expertise in automotive seating to create a more comfortable experience for passengers. The seats enter service on ANA’s domestic routes beginning in June. … Read more