WINDY, WALKABLE WELLINGTON, New Zealand, is one of the most relaxed and unpretentious capital cities you’ll find. Its friendly, easygoing atmosphere makes doing business here a pleasure, reflecting a culture of trust and informal professionalism. Set on the edge of a deep harbor and embraced by wooded hills, Wellington is scenic and almost picture-perfect. The … Read more

National Car Rental is expanding its nationwide fleet with a selection of 2016 models that include several premium options, such as the Fiat 500X crossover, Lincoln MKX and Chevrolet Camaro. These vehicles will be added to the Emerald Aisle, a dedicated section of the lot available to Emerald Club members. Members can bypass the rental … Read more

This year, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland formally established Amache National Historic Site in Colorado after the Town of Granada secured and donated the land required to create the nation’s newest unit of the National Park System. President Biden signed the Amache National Historic Site Act in March 2022, officially designating the Amache … Read more

Hawaiian Airlines is responding to increased summer travel demand by restoring seasonal non-stop service between Oakland (OAK) and Los Angeles (LAX) and the Hawaiian Islands—Kaua’i (LIH) and Kona (KOA)—beginning May 20, 2015. The carrier will also add a second daily seasonal non-stop between Los Angeles and Maui (OGG) starting June 11, 2015. “It is never … Read more

Renowned designer Ken Fulk has completed an artful redesign of key public spaces at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, transforming the lobby, porte cochere and other guest areas into a refined, intimate environment inspired by the city’s history and landscape. Guests arrive to a refreshed courtyard that echoes the proportions and detail of a stately Boston … Read more

Taipei, Taiwan’s capital and home to more than 2.7 million people, has long prospered as a center for commerce and trade. Today it is a major hub for electronics manufacturing and a top destination for both Asian and Western visitors. From the gleaming Taipei 101 skyscraper to centuries-old temples and bustling traditional markets, the city … Read more

Air New Zealand has taken delivery of a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring an updated cabin layout and has begun rolling out in‑flight WiFi across its international fleet. This Dreamliner is the airline’s 10th and introduces increased premium capacity. Business Premier seating has been expanded to 27 seats (up from 18), while Premium Economy now … Read more

A new report from FlyersRights.org evaluates members of Congress based on their record protecting airline passenger rights over the past eight years. Using a familiar academic grading scale, the report considers campaign contributions from the airline industry, voting records, bills sponsored, and other relevant factors to determine each lawmaker’s grade. Paul Hudson, president of FlyersRights.org, … Read more

Hosting a wine-tasting event at a brewery in Bristol, Pennsylvania may seem like a departure from the usual Wines on the Wing airline wine competition, traditionally held in New York City, but 2020 has demanded flexibility and creativity from event organizers. Like many gatherings this year, Global Traveler’s 17th annual Wines on the Wing airline … Read more

Whether you’re planning a family vacation or a corporate retreat, WIMCO Villas’ new Reserve Collection is designed so you can spend your days on the sand, not in the kitchen. The collection includes private islands and exclusive villas across the Caribbean, with properties in The Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines. Additional featured … Read more