For a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration, consider the exclusive Penthouse Floor Buyout at Manhattan’s Hotel LEX48. This offering provides an intimate, private experience with accommodations for four guests in two distinct penthouse suites—The Lexington and The Avenue—over two nights. The $15,000 package includes: A two-hour private cocktail reception on the penthouse terraces for up … Read more
Airlines and hotels continually adjust loyalty programs to reflect changing consumer behavior, and younger generations are reshaping expectations. According to Chris Galloway, executive vice president of Strategy & Design at Brandmovers, millennials are the most active participants in loyalty programs to date, and as Gen Z gains purchasing power, their appetite for rewards and tailored … Read more
Plan a special celebration this holiday season with a stay at a historic French château in the Loire Valley. If pipers and dancers are part of your ideal holiday, set your compass for Château de Chambord, where 100 twinkling Christmas trees create a festive setting for Renaissance music, dance, storytelling, performances, workshops and themed activities. … Read more
Enjoy complimentary WiFi at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. After a $5.6 million upgrade, the airport now provides free wireless internet through hundreds of access points across its 6.8-million-square-foot terminal complex. The enhanced network supports up to 15,000 simultaneous users — a sevenfold increase compared with the prior system, which required a $4.95 access fee. “At … Read more
As part of a multimillion-dollar investment in new aircraft, smart cabin upgrades, refined airport lounges and modern technologies to improve customer comfort both in the air and on the ground, British Airways has opened its newly redesigned lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Modeled with the same polished look and feel as the carrier’s flagship Galleries … Read more
Hilton Worldwide has announced plans to open its first hotel in the Baltic States with the signing of Hilton Tallinn, located in the heart of Estonia’s historic capital. Slated to welcome guests in 2016, the new property will be within easy walking distance of Tallinn’s business district and top attractions, including the Estonian National Opera, … Read more
February 2010 marks the start of Global Traveler’s seventh year. What began six years ago as a small, determined effort by three entrepreneurs has grown into a professional organization staffed by people who are passionate about travel journalism and committed to serving readers. Over the years we’ve welcomed feedback, forged partnerships and expanded our reach … Read more
The newest addition to the family-owned San Domenico Hotels group is Masseria Le Carrube, a restored farmhouse set just outside the village of Ostuni in Puglia, Italy. Opening in March, this intimate luxury property offers 19 rooms and reflects a careful preservation of local architectural character. Italian architect Pino Brescia contributed to the restoration, preserving … Read more
The ultimate vacation indulgence is a private bathtub, solitude and thoughtful amenities that elevate the bathing experience. Bathtubs come in many styles—from clawfoot tubs to wooden ofuru—each offering a distinct way to relax. The hotels below, around the world, feature some of the most remarkable bathtubs for travelers seeking a truly luxurious soak. © La … Read more
Beginning in fall 2022, U.S. travelers flying with Condor Airlines will experience the carrier’s redesigned long-haul cabins aboard its new Airbus A330neo. The aircraft features three cabins: 30 business-class seats, 64 premium economy seats and 216 economy seats. The airline expects roughly one A330neo to enter service each month this autumn as it phases out … Read more
