Plaza Premium Group, a global lounge operator, has announced it will open a new lounge at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport later this year. The upcoming facility will occupy more than 11,800 square feet on the upper level of Terminal 3, within the non‑Schengen departures area, and is scheduled to open in October. Details about … Read more
As one of the world’s most sought-after destinations, the Scottish Highlands stands out for its green mountains, lush glens and expansive lochs. Because the region is so vast, experiencing its best sights often depends on choosing accommodations that offer easy access to scenic highlights and curated local experiences. Nestled in Inverness, Ness Walk is a … Read more
It was a love of sport, not food, that brought Chef Greg Lewis from Christchurch, New Zealand, to England. In 2005 he came to Leeds to play Rugby League, and soon decided to stay. He launched his U.K. culinary career at Leeds’s first Michelin-starred restaurant, Pool Court, working under noted restaurateur Michael Gill. Lewis’s reputation … Read more
As destinations around the world reopen to travelers, we’re excited to return to one of our favorite pastimes: exploring new places. Over the coming weeks we’ll share destinations with the hashtag #WelcomeBacktoTravel. Begin a visual journey with us to Topsail Island, North Carolina. Topsail Island is a long barrier island off the North Carolina coast, … Read more
The long-awaited Canoe Place Inn & Cottages in Hampton Bays, New York, has reopened this year after remaining closed for nearly two decades. A beloved landmark on eastern Long Island, Canoe Place traces its roots to the 17th century, occupying the original site established in 1679. For centuries it was known as “The First Stop … Read more
These hotels across the United States are inviting travelers to celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24 with creative, refreshing tequila cocktails. © Bobby Nashville Bobby Nashville At Bobby Nashville, the summer rooftop lounge—known for its pickleball-themed vibe—inspires the Pretty Big Dill cocktail. This inventive drink blends tequila with pickle brine, fresh lime, a touch … Read more
Last November, Qatar Airways announced plans to acquire roughly 10 percent of Cathay Pacific Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The transaction was completed shortly afterward, with Qatar Airways investing $662 million to purchase a significant equity stake in the Hong Kong-based carrier. The Doha-based airline bought 378,188,000 Cathay Pacific shares, expanding its … Read more
The world’s largest car rental company, Enterprise Holdings, announced that its flagship Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand expanded last month into Argentina, Paraguay and Curaçao. Enterprise Holdings, the parent company of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent-A-Car, now offers services at several key airports across Latin America. “There’s significant growth potential for both corporate and … Read more
Tel Aviv is known for its modern beachfront towers, but tucked away on the small Auerbach Street, on the border of Tel Aviv and Jaffa, stands a refined boutique hotel that offers a quieter, more intimate experience. This elegant property draws visitors who appreciate 19th-century heritage, a prime location in one of the city’s most … Read more
To borrow the chorus of that irresistibly catchy 1970s yacht rock tune: if you love piña coladas and the feel of the ocean, make a pilgrimage to the place where this iconic tropical cocktail was born. In 1954, bartender Ramón “Monchito” Marrero at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan mixed Coco López — a recent … Read more
