As Australia’s second-most populous city, Melbourne spans 31 local municipalities and offers attractions for visitors of every age. Located in the southeast of the country on the northern shore of Port Phillip, the city blends rich cultural history with contemporary trends and a lively arts scene. Melbourne’s diverse neighborhoods and events make it a compelling … Read more

New Yorkers planning a lively getaway to Rio de Janeiro will soon find it easier to reach the Brazilian city, as Delta Air Lines is introducing a new nonstop route from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. Beginning Dec. 21, Delta intends to operate daily nonstop flights between JFK and Rio de Janeiro, pending … Read more

Next time your travels bring you to New York City, head to Midtown and unwind in a serene space inside the historic 1909 Clocktower building, once the offices of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Today the landmark houses the New York EDITION, featuring 273 guestrooms, lofts, and suites, plus well-appointed meeting and event spaces. The … Read more

The Taj Group has launched complimentary WiFi across its 125 hotels worldwide, marking the first brand-wide, all-inclusive initiative of its kind in India. Guests staying at any of the group’s properties — including The Taj, Vivanta by Taj, Gateway Hotels and Ginger — can access free wireless internet on up to three devices for the … Read more

In Frankfurt, the Avani Frankfurt City Hotel offers a series of techno-inspired activities that help guests connect with the city’s culture. Below is an overview of the hotel’s signature techno workshops and experiences. The Techno Painting Workshop, presented in collaboration with Entkorkte Kunst, combines guided instruction in painting techniques with a lively techno soundtrack. Guests … Read more

In the heart of Fort Lauderdale sits Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, which has announced the return of its VIP Upstairs/Downstairs Tours of Evelyn and Frederic Bartlett’s historic main house. Located within the 35-acre subtropical estate, these small-group tours reveal newly refurbished sections of the family’s living quarters that are typically closed to the public, … Read more

Most U.S. Travelers To Ireland Spend Their Time In The Republic Of Ireland. What Will Entice Them To Northern Ireland? Although direct air links from the United States to Northern Ireland are limited, travelers flying into Dublin should remember that Northern Ireland is easily reachable—about an hour away by road or rail from parts of … Read more

THE PLAZA, located in Seoul, South Korea, and part of Hanwha Hotels & Resorts, has joined the Autograph Collection by Marriott International, a global portfolio of independently spirited hotels chosen for their distinctive character and thoughtful details. This addition marks the Autograph Collection’s first property in South Korea. As a member, THE PLAZA gains access … Read more

Until the end of 2019, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, the Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee, the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee worked together to ensure the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games would mean more than just sporting contests. Branded in part as “The Reconstruction Games,” the effort included plans for competitive soccer, … Read more

Escape the cold this winter, put on your favorite warm-weather business cocktail or business formal attire, and head to sunny Coral Gables, Florida. On Dec. 17, Global Traveler will celebrate the winners of this year’s GT Tested Reader Survey awards in South Florida. We invite you to join the festivities honoring the best in travel … Read more