Arrival/Check-In: I arrived at the Thompson Beverly Hills and was greeted warmly by the doorman and front desk staff. Check-in was efficient and friendly, and I was quickly on my way to my seventh-floor corner suite. To reach the floor, I inserted my room key into a slot in the elevator — a thoughtful security … Read more

The hospitality scene in Poland is expanding rapidly, bringing exciting new lodging options for travelers. In addition to recently opened properties like Crowne Plaza Warsaw Hub and Radisson Hotel & Suites Gdańsk on Granary Island, new arrivals and upcoming openings include Hilton Garden Inn Kołobrzeg and Staybridge (both expected in 2019). Below are several noteworthy … Read more

Northern Exposures I thoroughly enjoyed Megan Rowe’s feature on Alaska in the August issue. Her writing painted a vivid portrait of the region and the adventures that await there. Although I don’t usually seek out extreme travel, her piece changed my perspective. Watching bears and kayaking near glaciers sounds unforgettable. The opening photograph and the … Read more

Starting this month, United Airlines will offer Chicago’s famous Pizzeria Uno deep-dish pizza to passengers on flights within North America. The pizza will be available to economy passengers for $9.99. Travelers can choose a spinach-and-garlic deep-dish pie, prepared and served in a skillet-style dish designed to brown the cheese and keep the crust crisp. A … Read more

Last month, the two Le Corbusier houses at the Weißenhof Estate in Stuttgart, Germany, were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. This recognition is the first for the city in southern Germany and the 41st UNESCO designation for the country as a whole. Stuttgart’s nomination was part of a transnational application that included destinations in … Read more

With remote work firmly established, the “bleisure” travel trend—combining business and leisure—continues to grow. Hotels are responding by designing environments that support productivity while offering opportunities for relaxation and recreation, and The Shay is a strong example of that shift. © The Shay Situated near Culver City’s major film studios, including Zoic and Sony Pictures, … Read more

PORTUGAL’S ALGARVE COAST enjoys roughly 300 sunny days a year. After six of them, my skin showed every single one. Whether it was sun-dehydration or the layers of SPF-30 I applied daily, my skin needed serious repair. It was time for Martinhal’s Finisterra Spa. I had arrived at the 5-star resort with my husband, Tim, … Read more

Bacalhau, the dried and salted cod that has become synonymous with Portuguese cuisine, is surprisingly not native to Portugal. Though a popular saying claims there are 365 ways to prepare bacalhau—one for each day of the year—many Portuguese cooks insist there are as many as 1,001 recipes featuring this versatile fish. Originally harvested off the … Read more

Through Dec. 31, experience an elegant 10-day, nine-night Royal Safari through Kenya offered by luxury tour specialists andBeyond. This itinerary evokes the routes once followed by British explorers and members of the Royal Family, making it ideal for history enthusiasts, romantics, wildlife lovers and photographers. Highlights include a private luxury camp in the Tsavo wilderness … Read more

ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: Philadelphia was busy, so I chose the Kimpton Hotel Palomar for its prime Center City location. Nestled just off Samson Street, the hotel sits amid excellent restaurants and is only a few blocks from The Union League and City Hall, making it ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Parking options are plentiful nearby, … Read more