Swiss International Air Lines has become the world’s first airline certified as “allergy-friendly” by the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation (ECARF). In partnership with ECARF, SWISS has developed measures intended to make flying more comfortable and safer for passengers with allergies. Beginning in May, SWISS will roll out a range of ground and in-flight … Read more

Wondering what the name Stegosaurus means? It comes from the Greek words for “roof” and “lizard,” a reference to the distinctive plate-like structures along the dinosaur’s back. To explore Stegosaurus and many other prehistoric species, visit Dinosaur Ridge, part of the Morrison-Golden Fossil Areas Natural Landmark just outside the Denver metro area in Morrison, Colorado. … Read more

Occupying the site of the former 1968 Vremena Goda (Seasons of the Year) Soviet Modernist restaurant in Gorky Park—an architectural preservation project by Rem Koolhaas—Russia’s first archival collection of contemporary Russian art, spanning from the 1950s to the present, is now on display. The institution, the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art, was founded in 2008 … Read more

When people think of top culinary travel destinations, Spain frequently ranks high, and Barcelona—Catalonia’s vibrant capital—is no exception. The city’s food scene is rich, diverse, and built for sharing. Here are five quintessential dishes you should try with your travel companions while exploring Barcelona. 1. Paella and Arroz a la Valenciana: Though paella is originally … Read more

According to the SITA 2017 Air Transport IT Trends Insights report, airports and airlines are set to invest nearly $33 billion in IT this year, concentrating on cloud services, mobile functionality, self-service and security. Overall IT spending is rising: airlines are increasing budgets by about 3.3 percent and airports by just over 5 percent. Most … Read more

Lufthansa has placed an order for 40 new widebody aircraft—20 Boeing 787-9s and 20 Airbus A350-900s—to replace the group’s existing four-engine jets. Valued at roughly $12 billion, the deliveries are scheduled between 2022 and 2027. “Replacing four-engine airplanes with newer models establishes a sustainable foundation for our long-term future. Alongside the cost advantages of the … Read more

Guests of Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa are invited to celebrate their birthdays with a complimentary round of golf at the serene Texas Hill Country resort, widely regarded as one of the state’s premier golfing destinations. Located in Austin, Texas, the luxury resort, which opened on Sept. 5, 1987, is marking its anniversary by … Read more

Mexico City long flew under the radar compared with North American peers like Toronto and Washington, D.C., but in recent years its many attractions have drawn growing attention. Home to more museums than any other city in the world and a wealth of cultural institutions, Mexico City has had to overcome major setbacks — from … Read more

Pumpkins, apples and turkey take center stage this autumn at the award-winning Milestone Hotel in London. The hotel, the London flagship of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, is celebrating the season with a series of seasonal experiences that blend American traditions with British flair. Highlights include a chocolate-themed afternoon tea, a Halloween dinner with theatrical … Read more

Virgin America, an airline recognized for its premium service and distinctive onboard experience, has rolled out updates to its mobile app for both iOS and Android devices. Introduced over the summer, the redesigned app offers a cleaner, more attractive interface that elevates the flight-booking process beyond a simple replication of the website. The streamlined booking … Read more