Experience a refined hotel stay in Chicago that feels more like a peaceful residential retreat than a typical urban visit at Claridge House, tucked into the desirable Gold Coast neighborhood. The hotel’s elegant décor and tranquil atmosphere create an oasis amid the city’s energy. In 2018, Claridge House completed a thoughtful $9 million renovation that … Read more

Q&A with Kimberly Krol Inlander, Editor-in-Chief With the holiday season approaching, are you planning to travel? A few years ago my now-husband and I left for a European river cruise the day after Christmas, rang in the New Year in Vienna and returned with memories that have lasted a lifetime. Do you prefer staying close … Read more

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts is preparing to open its first hotel in Italy and its first resort in Europe: JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa. Scheduled to welcome guests in March 2015, the resort occupies a unique lagoon location on its own island with views toward St. Mark’s Square and the historic city known … Read more

ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: Flights from the U.S. West Coast arrive early (ours landed at 6:15 a.m.), so after clearing customs and immigration you can easily reach the hotel well before standard check-in. We requested and received early arrival access for both our pre-cruise and post-cruise stays. It can be granted complimentary or for a small fee; the … Read more

Singapore Airlines and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot have joined Worldwide by easyJet, the carrier’s self-connect service. The partnership lets easyJet customers book seamless connections onto Singapore Airlines flights at Milan Malpensa Airport and onto Scoot services at Berlin Tegel Airport. These connections are expected to go live within the coming months and expand easyJet’s Worldwide … Read more

Renting a car can feel overwhelming: agencies may overbook, agents frequently try to upsell upgrades or extra insurance, and confusing fees can pop up at the counter. With a bit of preparation and some smart tactics, however, you can avoid common rent-a-car pitfalls and save money. Start your rental process well before you arrive at … Read more

Honoring its golden legacy—Eldorado references a “Lost City of Gold”—the Eldorado Hotel & Spa invites guests to experience luxury at the AGAVE Lounge, where the signature Eldorado Golden Roll crowns fine ingredients with flakes of 23-karat gold. Created by Sushi Chef Taka Ayamoto, this indulgent roll is a standout on a menu that blends classic … Read more

Autograph Collection has expanded its presence in Indonesia with the opening of Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection, located in Bali’s Sebatu sanctuary and heritage area. The resort is conveniently positioned about 10 minutes from the Tegallalang Rice Fields and roughly 25 minutes from the scenic Kintamani region. © Autograph Collection The property offers 20 … Read more

In 2007 Lonely Planet called Wellington, New Zealand, a “city on the rise.” That rise accelerated: four years later the guide dubbed it “the coolest little capital in the world.” Local residents knew it long before travel writers did. Situated on the southern tip of the North Island, Wellington curves around an elegant harbor, with … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort officials announced that DisneyQuest will close to the public on July 3. Opened in 1998, DisneyQuest was an indoor interactive entertainment complex that occupied five floors and combined classic arcade games, virtual-reality attractions, and high-tech interactive experiences. Guests could enjoy everything from pinball and traditional arcade cabinets to large-scale virtual environments … Read more