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

Plan ahead for the 2025/2026 ski season with these luxurious properties and experiences around the world. Scott Dunn Just in time for ski season in France, travel provider Scott Dunn launches the Explorers Private Nanny Service on Dec. 12, 2025. The in-residence childcare option is flexible and designed for families, available up to eight hours … Read more

Hawaiian Airlines has updated its neighbor-island fleet with a full retrofit of 18 Boeing 717s, introducing an island-inspired cabin redesign and new lightweight seating in the main cabin. “These new, modern design elements rejuvenate the interiors of our Boeing 717s while allowing us to deliver a consistent onboard experience for our guests,” said Peter Ingram, … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: We arrived at 9:30 a.m. after disembarking from the Hebridean Princess in nearby Oban, expecting to leave our luggage and explore the island until the official check-in time. Instead, staff welcomed us into an elegant parlor, offering coffee and tea while the general manager completed our paperwork. She spoke warmly about the island and … Read more

There will be clichés — they are unavoidable, so let’s get them out of the way: canals, 17th-century gabled townhouses, bicycles, the Red Light District, coffee shops selling cannabis, Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Anne Frank, Heineken beer, tulips, Edam cheese, wooden clogs. Yes — we are in Amsterdam. Given the weight of these preconceptions, you might … Read more

As our small plane left the main Viti Levu island behind and we headed toward the Yasawa chain, the Fiji I had imagined unfolded beneath us: green tropical isles fringed by white sand, and South Pacific waters shifting through brilliant shades of blue. When the seaplane touched down near Turtle Island Resort, bare‑chested men carried … Read more