Iberia has unveiled an expanded and upgraded premium lounge at Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). The existing facility in Terminal 4 Satellite has grown by 25 percent to nearly 27,000 square feet, redesigned to meet the needs of frequent travelers and elevate the pre-flight experience. Positioned to overlook the runways, the updated lounge can accommodate up to … Read more

Plan a luxurious golf getaway this summer at one of these outstanding destinations around the world. Andermatt Swiss Alps Golf Course Switzerland is renowned for its mountains, but it’s also home to exceptional summer golf. The Andermatt Swiss Alps Golf Course is an 18-hole layout spread across more than 300 acres in the Ursern Valley. … Read more

Bali, the Indonesian tropical paradise often called “The Isle of the Gods,” is celebrated for its temples, volcanic peaks and stunning beaches. Beyond its scenic beauty, Bali offers a lively social scene that blends wellness culture—yoga retreats, luxury spas and cozy beachside bungalows—with energetic nightlife, vibrant clubs and memorable beach parties. Serving millions of visitors … Read more

LOCATED 13 miles south of San Francisco’s downtown, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the largest airport in Northern California and the state’s second-busiest after Los Angeles International. Serving destinations across North America, Europe, and Asia, SFO offers nonstop flights to more than 46 international cities on 39 international carriers and connects nonstop to 79 … Read more

Stories about people—sometimes even toddlers—being placed on the U.S. no-fly list because they share a name with a suspicious individual are all too familiar. Equally troubling are accounts of law-abiding travelers who discover they’ve been barred from commercial flights with no explanation and no clear way to challenge the decision. This week, the U.S. Justice … Read more

Superlatives define Dubai: biggest, highest, newest, most expensive. During the city’s construction boom, half the world’s cranes seemed to be here, and skyline views were dominated by ongoing projects. The global economic slowdown has tempered growth somewhat, but “slow” in Dubai’s context still looks fast compared with most places. Already this year, the first phase … Read more

Hyatt Hotels Corp. has announced plans to open a third Hyatt-branded hotel in Colombia, joining the Grand Hyatt Bogotá and Hyatt Regency Cartagena, all scheduled to debut in 2016. The new Hyatt Regency Cali will be situated in northwestern Cali, in one of the city’s most desirable and upscale neighborhoods, and will offer convenient access … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: Reaching the five-star Westbury, part of The Doyle Collection and a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, means navigating one-way streets in Dublin’s city center, but the location is worth it. Tucked just off Grafton Street between St. Stephen’s Green and Trinity College, the hotel places many of the city’s highlights within … Read more

Boston has long been celebrated for its seafood and the authentic Italian flavors of the North End, but until recently the city’s culinary identity was often reduced to those specialties. That’s changing. Independent chefs and restaurateurs continue to raise standards across neighborhoods, while well-run restaurant groups are accelerating the development of destination dining in the … Read more

Planning a beach vacation this summer? Vrbo recently evaluated beach destinations worldwide based on value. Each location on the list offers beachfront rentals averaging roughly $100 or less per person, per night. Below are seven of the best value-friendly beach destinations highlighted in the data. © Lunamarina | Dreamstime.com Spain performs strongly on value, with … Read more