Southwest Airlines is considering an international expansion that could add routes to Canada and Europe, CEO Gary Kelly announced at the carrier’s annual shareholder meeting. Kelly highlighted that 2017 was Southwest’s third-best year on record and marked the airline’s 45th consecutive year of profitability, underscoring the company’s healthy financial position as it explores new markets. … Read more

Two of Hyatt’s signature lifestyle brands, Thompson Hotels and Dream Hotels, are running special meetings and events promotions this summer aimed at meeting planners and third-party bookers. © Thompson Denver Thompson Hotels Thompson Hotels is offering incentives for qualifying site inspections, referrals and contracted meetings. If you host a qualifying site inspection for a new … Read more

The Houston Airport System has received an FAA launch site license, positioning Ellington Airport to expand its role in commercial aerospace operations. This designation allows the airport to support activities such as small satellite launches, astronaut training, microgravity research and spacecraft manufacturing. “Houston will play a lead role in commercial space operations in the 21st … Read more

Situated in the Mediterranean, the island of Majorca is a destination rich in history, culture and sun-drenched scenery. Its capital, Palma, now hosts one of the city’s most refined new hotels: Palma Riad. Located in the historic heart of Palma, this adult-focused sanctuary blends privacy, comfort and nuanced design to create a calm urban retreat. … Read more

Enjoy a flavorful 10-day culinary journey through Uzbekistan this spring and join in Navruz, the Uzbek New Year celebration. Offered by Seattle-based MIR Corporation, a long-established specialist in travel to Russia and neighboring countries, this itinerary visits the three iconic Silk Road cities of Bukhara, Khiva, and Samarkand. Your trip begins in Tashkent, where you … Read more

UNESCO Biosphere Reserves blend conservation with sustainable development, creating places where residents and visitors can connect meaningfully with the natural world. This year, UNESCO added 20 new reserves and expanded nine existing ones. Below are seven notable reserves—ranging from the Isle of Man to Isla Cozumel—that deserve a spot on your travel bucket list.

If previous visits to Munich left you thinking the city’s attractions are limited to mechanical clocks and historic beer halls, it’s time to reconsider. The central Maxvorstadt neighborhood—home to two major universities—is lively, walkable and full of eclectic museums, contemporary hotels and a growing culinary scene. Fountain of Neptune © PHOTO20AST | DREAMSTIME.COM Maxvorstadt lies … Read more

The iconic long-distance Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race has a new sponsor: Wildbirch Hotel in Anchorage, Alaska. The city’s first boutique lifestyle hotel (a JdV by Hyatt property) is located in the West Fourth Avenue Corridor, overlooking the race’s ceremonial starting line in Anchorage’s Mushing District. For readers unfamiliar with sled dog racing, “mushing” describes … Read more

With 17 beach clubs and 19 rooftop bars, Phuket remains a vibrant nightlife hub that draws young-adult and LGBTQIA+ travelers, while also offering refined experiences that showcase Southern Thailand’s character. Visitors seeking elegance, local flavor, or relaxed sophistication will find plenty of choices beyond the well-known party scene. PHOTO:© ELYSE GLICKMAN Night markets are a … Read more

I had three goals during my two-day stay in Antwerp: eat a waffle, find the best moules frites and track down a pair of shoes I’d been coveting. Antwerp turned out to be ideal for all three. The city is Belgium’s fashion and shopping hub and also offers a wide range of food and drink … Read more