Northwest Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A has long attracted travelers seeking white-sand beaches, quieter luxury and a relaxed coastal pace. Recently the region became more accessible for Northeast travelers, too. With new nonstop air service, a collection of distinctive beach towns and an expanding selection of upscale accommodations, 30A offers a polished, low-key alternative to traditional … Read more

The AAA Five Diamond Southwest resort, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, has announced a new expansion at its Sonoran Desert property. The project will add 102 guest rooms to the current 648-room inventory, with the new accommodations scheduled to open in the summer of 2016. Alongside the additional rooms, the expansion includes three luxury suites and a … Read more

Luxury hotel brand The Ritz-Carlton has opened its first property in Kazakhstan’s capital. Situated in the Talan Tower, The Ritz-Carlton, Astana forms part of the city’s first high-end mixed-use complex, which combines a premium business center with a luxury shopping gallery. Its contemporary design complements the nearby Bayterek Tower, a landmark and symbol of modern … Read more

2018 is shaping up to be a busy year for Dubai’s luxury hotel scene. New high-end openings include Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Beach, a revamped Caesars Palace on Bluewaters Island, and Time Asma in Barsha Heights — Dubai’s first hotel run by women. If you’re looking for more options, here are five newly opened properties that … Read more

Alaska Airlines is expanding service from its Seattle–Tacoma International Airport hub by adding new Boeing Next Generation 737-900ER aircraft. The airline, which operates an all-Boeing fleet, recently placed an order that brings its total number of Boeing jets on order to 74. “We love having Seattle as our home and buying locally built airplanes is … Read more

April 4 marked the official launch of Eurostar service between London and Amsterdam. The new cross-channel connection offers a high-speed rail journey of approximately three hours and 41 minutes, with trains running at speeds close to 186 mph. As with Eurostar services to Paris and Brussels, departures originate from London’s St. Pancras International station. The … Read more

Dreamy St. Lucia often conjures images of the island’s iconic, towering Pitons and warm turquoise lagoons. This October, Jade Mountain — the renowned resort known for its private infinity pool sanctuaries — offers an especially irresistible attraction: a four-day Annual Chocolate Festival. Running Oct. 11–15, the festival celebrates Jade Mountain’s organic cacao groves, home to … Read more

Delta Air Lines announced plans to expand its service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to additional regional and national destinations as it seeks to compete more directly with Alaska Airlines, which maintains a strong presence at Sea-Tac. Building on the positive reception of its recently launched Seattle–Austin (AUS) route, Delta will add a second daily nonstop … Read more

Arrival/Check-in: Reaching Nevis can be the trickiest part of the journey, often involving a flight through Puerto Rico or St. Martin on major carriers and then a short island hop on Winair. Once you arrive, Nisbet Plantation is conveniently just a five-minute drive from the airport. Upon arrival the staff unloaded our bags and asked … Read more

Coming to New York City on Feb. 5 and Los Angeles on Feb. 7, the 12th Annual Kosher Food & Wine Experience returns for another season. This year the spotlight is on wines from Israel, and more than 400 wines and spirits will be available for tasting, paired with dishes prepared by leading kosher chefs … Read more