In 1817, New York’s Black Ball Line introduced the first regularly scheduled passenger service between New York and England. The eastward crossing took about 40 days and the return voyage about 23. Accommodations were basic: in-cabin skylights, whale-oil lanterns in the dining room and silver service for meals. Passenger sea travel evolved dramatically in June … Read more

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru has commissioned its first RoofSolar inverter, marking one of the largest resort-based solar installations in the destination. The system comprises more than 3,000 solar panels and covers 58,000 square feet atop the staff village, converting abundant sun into clean electricity for resort operations. Annually, the energy generated is … Read more

Bring the oenophile in your life to Temecula Valley, California, this Valentine’s season. Wineries across the region are offering special tastings, dinners and events designed for couples, friends and wine lovers seeking a memorable celebration. Feb. 8 Get creative at Miramonte Winery with a Valentine’s Paint & Sip. Guests can decorate a “Be Mine” garden … Read more

Thinking of a reason to visit Western Canada? The Whistler Village Beer Festival returns to Whistler Olympic Plaza from Sept. 11–16 for six days dedicated to craft brewing. The festival features cask nights, beer battles, culinary pairings and a wide range of tasting events. Live music echoes across the slopes while attendees explore offerings from … Read more

Emirates has opened a new lounge at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport. The facility welcomes all Emirates first- and business-class passengers as well as Skywards Platinum and Gold members; Skywards Silver and Blue members can access the lounge for a fee. Located in Terminal 3, Level 2, near gates E22 and E24, the lounge opened … Read more

Airlines for America, the trade association representing major U.S. carriers, has launched a social media campaign called #ThereToHere. The effort highlights the personal connections and meaningful moments that air travel enables by bringing people and cargo from “there” to “here.” “Every day, 2.1 million passengers and nearly 50,000 tons of cargo travel on U.S. airlines … Read more

The heat in the United Arab Emirates can be intense, but there are plenty of ways to cool off after time under the Arabian sun. Pools, spas and beaches welcome both visitors and residents, offering quick relief from the desert temperatures. Below are some of Dubai’s top beach options to consider when you need to … Read more

Name: Ángel Valdemoros Title: Head of Sales, North America Company, city: Iberia, Madrid Number of employees: 18,000 Recent project: Integration of the Iberia and British Airways sales forces in North America and the launch of Iberia’s refreshed brand and long-haul product First job: Financial analyst Little-known fact about you: I love skiing. Your Business Essential … Read more

Winter arrives, temperatures fall, and many people naturally gravitate indoors — yet 2020 has inspired travelers to seek safe, outdoor escapes. Fortunately, North America is dotted with ski resorts that now offer more than downhill runs. Across the continent, winter destinations pair snowy mountain scenery with indoor comforts like hot cocoa, board games and even … Read more

From April 27–29 the second UNWTO World Forum on Food Tourism will take place in Lima, highlighting Peru as an outstanding culinary destination. The event offers an opportunity to discover distinctive Peruvian ingredients such as cocona (an acidic Amazon fruit), huacatay (an aromatic rainforest herb), pishpirones (large river snails) and tumbo (banana passionfruit) through a … Read more