One of the loveliest and most accessible day trips from Athens is a visit to Cape Sounion, located roughly 40 miles (about 65 kilometers) southeast of the city. Perched on a dramatic promontory overlooking the Aegean Sea, the site is dominated by the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon. While smaller than the Acropolis in … Read more

American Airlines has opened its first redesigned Flagship Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, with plans to roll out similar spaces at Chicago O’Hare (ORD), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Los Angeles (LAX), Heathrow (LHR), Miami (MIA) and Philadelphia (PHL). The renovated lounge expands access beyond first class to include qualifying business-class passengers … Read more

Hilton Hotels & Resorts has expanded into the meal-kit market through a partnership with PeachDish to offer discounted, pre-portioned meal kits to guests staying at Homewood Suites by Hilton. The program is launching with a three-month pilot in Atlanta and Dallas that will run through June. “Homewood Suites focuses on making our guests’ stays comfortable … Read more

For the fourth year running, surf enthusiasts can discover an unexpected pocket of paradise at Munich Airport during its annual Surf & Style event. Running from July 30 through August 24, the airport hosts a purpose-built 200-square-meter basin where powerful pumps generate a continuous standing wave 10 meters wide and up to 1.5 meters high. … Read more

Geoffrey Rush has joined Mandarin Oriental’s global advertising campaign “He’s a Fan/She’s a Fan” as the latest celebrity supporter. The campaign highlights international personalities who frequently stay at Mandarin Oriental hotels and pairs each endorsement with a charitable donation chosen by the celebrity. Rush is the thirteenth participant in the campaign and selected UNICEF as … Read more

Coco Collection has unveiled refreshed offerings at its two Maldivian resorts, featuring remodeled villas at Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu and a new infinity pool at Coco Bodu Hithi. Coco Bodu Hithi © Coco Collection “Since first welcoming guests to our shores twenty-five years ago, the Coco Collection approach has been to blend warm hospitality and … Read more

Make the most of the cold this winter by visiting some of the world’s most beautiful and elaborate snow and ice sculpture festivals. From Harbin, China, to Bruges, Belgium, these events showcase awe-inspiring frosty art and winter activities that draw visitors from across the globe.

For four days each summer (this year Aug. 27–30), the town of Castro Marim in southern Portugal transforms into a living medieval set. Once linked to Lisbon by a Roman-built road, Castro Marim and its castle played a key role in defending the Algarve. The town also served as a base for soldiers of an … Read more

Greece can trace its wine history back some 6,000 years—possibly longer than that of any other country—but its winemakers are focused on the present and future. While a minority of producers vinify international varieties like Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot, most of Greece’s best and most distinctive wines are made from indigenous grape varieties. The country … Read more

Dan Hotels now offers complimentary WiFi across its 14 properties in Israel, a welcome update for business and leisure travelers alike. Guests can connect up to three devices per room, with coverage extending to lobbies and public areas at Dan Hotels in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Eilat, Caesarea, Herzliya and Ashkelon. The service is available … Read more