Tour operator Context Travel has announced that, for the first time this holiday season, it will offer tour gift cards. The new gift cards are valid across more than 50 destinations worldwide and suit a wide range of travelers — from seasoned explorers to first-time visitors. They can be customized and purchased for any value … Read more

German carrier Lufthansa has opened a new Panorama Lounge in Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport. The new facility was added to meet strong demand: Lufthansa already operates two business lounges in the Terminal 1A area, and passenger numbers made a third lounge necessary. The space was previously used by the Fraport VIP Lounge, operated by … Read more

Hilton has opened its first hotel in Serbia with the launch of Hilton Belgrade, located in the capital’s Old Town within walking distance of Slavija Square. The hotel’s central position places guests close to major attractions such as Kalemegdan Fortress, the Museum of Yugoslavia and the Church of Saint Sava. Hilton Belgrade features 242 guestrooms, … Read more

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced its summer 2027 itineraries across the Mediterranean and Northern Europe aboard the ships Evrima and Ilma. The season adds 12 new ports of call in Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway and Spain, expanding the line’s offerings for travelers seeking distinctive coastal voyages. Evrima © Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht … Read more

A Jet2 passenger noticed a can of beer in the cockpit during a recent flight from Alicante (ALC), Spain, to Birmingham (BHM), England. The traveller, Steve Lewis, photographed a can of Stella Artois sitting next to one of the pilots. “The plane had landed and the seatbelt light came off. I stood up to get … Read more

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