It’s official: Etihad Airways has added its first Scottish destination, launching direct flights between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Edinburgh (EDI). The new service links Scotland’s capital with Etihad’s global network, offering easy connections onward to destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Australia and the Indian subcontinent. The route is operated with Airbus A330-200 aircraft configured … Read more

Islands often produce unusual adaptations in isolated species. Charles Darwin noted distinctive variations among the birds and tortoises of the Galápagos Islands and used those observations to help formulate his theory of evolution by natural selection. The Seychelles offer similarly striking examples of island-driven evolution. Following Darwin’s ideas, biologists have documented that island species frequently … Read more

As a mom, you learn early on that there are no favorites — at least not aloud. With a baby growing inside me and a toddler steering the daily routine, my own preferences often get set aside: wholesome meals traded for quick snacks, peaceful playlists swapped for loud sing-alongs. So when I heard my favorite … Read more

The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, California, is offering a variety of summer promotions and activities, including room specials, seasonal deals, a Fourth of July celebration and a Summer Chill photo contest. Several room promotions make a stay affordable this season. The Crazy 8 promotion (booking code CRAZY8) offers rates … Read more

LATAM Airlines is rolling out its new Premium Business Class this month. The offering introduces an updated service model and a refreshed culinary program, and is available on all LATAM international flights operated with Boeing 777 aircraft. “From listening to our customers, we understand they want more options, flexibility and personalization to be able to … Read more

In the first quarter of this year, global destinations received 348 million international tourists, representing a 4.6% increase over 2015. According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), this growth may mark the seventh consecutive year of above‑average expansion for the tourism sector. UNWTO Secretary‑General Taleb Rifai noted that the results reflect a strong desire to … Read more

Aman has announced that Aman New York will welcome its first guests on August 2, located in the recently transformed and iconic Crown Building in Manhattan. © Aman New York “Following the success of the multi-award-winning Aman Tokyo, our strategy to bring the coveted Aman lifestyle to urban destinations continues apace,” said Vlad Doronin, chairman … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: After arriving in sunny Puerto Rico, I took a 15-minute cab to the San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, located directly on Condado Beach. The recently redesigned lobby was lively with travelers enjoying complimentary tropical drinks while waiting to check in. Staff greeted me promptly and directed me to an oceanfront guestroom. Guest … Read more

For one day last month, passengers departing Seattle-Tacoma International Airport encountered a robot offering guidance to speed up the security screening process. The machine, fitted with a friendly digital face, provided spoken instructions in English and displayed animated on-screen directions in six additional languages. It reminded travelers to remove items such as scarves, jackets, belts … Read more

For couples who want a wedding planner to manage every detail—from the smallest touches to the most lavish arrangements—The Langham, Chicago is offering an exclusive, all-inclusive package designed to remove stress and deliver a truly memorable celebration. This luxury wedding package, priced at $500,000, covers a comprehensive range of services and amenities to create a … Read more