In the Maldives, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi resort has unveiled the first phase of a resort-wide redesign, marking a major milestone in the property’s evolution as part of Sun Siyam’s newly launched Luxury Collection. The 5-star resort presents a redesigned portfolio of overwater accommodations that set a clear new design direction rooted in refined island … Read more

Name: Bob Stuart Title: Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing Company, city: Hertz; Naples, Fla. Number of employees: 44,000 Recent project: The Dollar Thrifty integration and a major rebranding initiative First job: I was a busboy at Ponderosa Steak House. Little-known fact about you: My family changed our last name in 1952, from Cicone … Read more

Minor Hotels is bringing its experiential luxury brand Anantara to the United States with the planned development of Anantara Miami Resort & Residences. Developed in partnership with One Thousand Group, the project targets a 2030 opening and will introduce Anantara’s experience-led approach and elevated wellness offerings to Miami. “True luxury is time, the freedom to … Read more

Situated deep in the Scottish Highlands, just steps from lochs and mountains, 57 Nord comprises two design-led boutique hideaways that blend the region’s Norse-Gael heritage with contemporary Scandinavian influence. The properties combine skilled Scottish craftsmanship, clean modern lines and expansive panoramic views to create a distinctive place to stay. © 57 Nord The two properties, … Read more

Exciting news for TAP Air Portugal: the airline will launch a new Economy Prime cabin that provides passengers with more space, greater privacy and an elevated travel experience. Flights featuring Economy Prime begin June 1, and bookings are now open through TAP’s official channels and travel agents. Economy Prime bridges the gap between standard economy … Read more

In Britain, vindaloo has earned a reputation as the spiciest of curries, more of a late-night rite of passage than a respected culinary classic. After pubs close on Friday or Saturday nights, groups of young men often head to Indian restaurants and, buoyed by alcohol-fueled bravado, ask for the hottest item on the menu: the … Read more

On June 4, Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia celebrates 50 years of exceptional performances with more than 50 shows presented as part of the America250 celebrations. This milestone season is made even more special by the unveiling of a reimagined 21-acre campus that modernizes the visitor experience while honoring the venue’s … Read more

Sheraton Samui Resort will open to guests this December on Koh Samui, Thailand’s second-largest island. The resort is a rebrand of the former 141-room Imperial Samui Beach Resort and sits on Chaweng Noi Beach, a long stretch of white sand on the island’s east coast. It’s roughly a 15-minute drive from Koh Samui International Airport … Read more

Newport, Rhode Island, is known for a long list of sporting firsts: the first U.S. Open golf championship in 1895, the earliest U.S. outdoor polo match around 1876, and the New York Yacht Club’s first out-of-town annual regatta in 1844. Less widely known is that this summer retreat for America’s industrial elite also hosted the … Read more

Hawaiian Airlines now operates the longest domestic flight in the United States. The new nonstop route links Boston (BOS) with Honolulu, Hawai‘i (HNL), covering approximately 5,095 miles. Flight time from Honolulu to Boston is about 10 hours, while flights from Boston to Honolulu run roughly 11.5 hours. Morning departures from Boston arrive in Hawai‘i later … Read more