There’s a new buzz at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa on Oahu. As part of its sustainability efforts, the hotel has installed an on-site apiary that has attracted roughly 80,000 honeybees. The honey harvested from these hives will be used across the resort — in its restaurants, in spa treatments, and in … Read more

Growing up on the island of Mauritius off the coast of Africa, Todd Kelly — a native of New York and the executive chef of Orchids at Palm Court in Cincinnati — learned early to blend the flavors of home with local ingredients. As a boy he cooked with fish sold door-to-door and baked bread … Read more

Cuba Travel Network introduces a new itinerary, Havana for the Solo Traveler, launching June 1. For the last 14 years the company has helped tens of thousands of visitors gain access to Cuba and manage complex travel requirements. As one of the first U.S.-facing Cuba tour operators to accept and process immediate online bookings, Cuba … Read more

One hundred years of wave riding in the English coastal county of Cornwall are being celebrated at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth, with the exhibition running until January 2027. The display traces surfing’s local history and its cultural impact on this scenic stretch of England’s southern shore. © National Maritime Museum Cornwall The … Read more

Adding to its recent string of acquisitions — which include onefinestay and John Paul concierge services — Paris-based AccorHotels announced plans to acquire an 85 percent stake in another luxury hotel brand as part of its strategy to expand a portfolio of lifestyle-oriented properties. 21c Museum Hotels, a small luxury chain headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, … Read more

Etihad Airways will expand its Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Kathmandu (KTM) service from seven weekly flights to two flights daily beginning Nov. 1. The additional frequencies will be operated with Airbus A320 aircraft, increasing seat capacity and connectivity between the two cities. Kevin Knight, Etihad’s chief strategy and planning officer, said the expanded schedule will … Read more

Kyoto is celebrated for its three major festivals: Aoi Matsuri, Gion Matsuri, and Jidai Matsuri. Held each year on October 22, Jidai Matsuri commemorates the transfer of Japan’s capital from Kyoto to Tokyo during the Meiji Restoration of 1868. The festival is a vibrant historical pageant that brings centuries of Japanese culture to life, featuring … Read more

New to Newport’s hospitality scene is Island House Newport, a fresh take on luxury lodging that celebrates the city’s maritime heritage. Operated by Main Street Hospitality, the property offers flexible accommodations that can be combined into a variety of configurations, including connecting rooms, suites and penthouses, to suit a range of guest needs. © Island … Read more

Travelers are increasingly drawn to rail journeys when visiting international destinations. Demand is growing for Türkiye’s Touristic Eastern Express, a scenic 24-hour train that links Ankara, the capital, with Kars in eastern Anatolia. Passengers appreciate the changing landscapes through the seasons. Winter presents snow-blanketed plains and mountain peaks; summer brings wildflowers and orchards in bloom. … Read more

Prefer not to rush? South Africa’s Great Karoo invites slow, immersive travel, and the historic town of Robert Sobukwe (formerly Graaff-Reinet) is an ideal base. Surrounded by Camdeboo National Park and the nearby Sneeuberg Mountains, the area offers a wide variety of trails—from gentle botanical strolls to demanding high-altitude ascents. Characterized by vast semi-arid plains … Read more