A new survey finds that most U.S. travelers let food guide their travel choices and recommendations. About 62 percent of respondents said they would recommend a destination based solely on its cuisine, according to a study commissioned by gourmet food and gift company Harry & David. The study also found that 71 percent of Millennials … Read more

The view of Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour from either the Kowloon Peninsula or Hong Kong Island captures the energy and contrasts of this compelling city. For first-time visitors, it presents one of the world’s most exciting cityscapes; for returning travelers, it’s a quick way to gauge what has changed while admiring the constant flow of … Read more

Name: Robert (Bob) Lauter Title: CEO Company, city: Master Spas, Inc.; Fort Wayne, Ind. Number of employees: 400-plus Recent project: I recently completed a six-year term as president of the International Hot Tub Association, the leading trade organization for the spa and hot tub industry. First job: Delivering newspapers Little-known fact about you: I worked … Read more

When Paris stockbroker-turned-aspiring painter Paul Gauguin left for Tahiti and the South Pacific in 1891, he sought to escape the constraints of Western civilization. Once there, he created canvases that captured the luminous colors, lush vegetation, and serene life of a tropical world. Today, passengers can step into that same atmosphere aboard the m/s Paul … Read more

Spend the holiday season in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a luxury beachfront retreat offering festive experiences for travelers of all ages. The resort provides a variety of accommodations ideal for a Thanksgiving or holiday getaway. Options include casitas, plunge-pool suites, residences, villas, beach homes and the seven-bedroom Casa Teroro. Guests … Read more

Aurora Expeditions, a leader in small-ship polar travel, has unveiled its 2024–2025 Antarctic program, offering 25 voyages ranging from nine to 23 days. These itineraries explore the Antarctic Peninsula, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Chilean fjords, providing a variety of options for travelers seeking wildlife, dramatic scenery and immersive polar experiences. © Aurora … Read more

Manchester Airport will become the third airport in the United Kingdom to introduce a charge for vehicles dropping off arriving passengers. The new fee, due to be introduced in June, will be £3 for up to three minutes and £4 for up to ten minutes. The charge will apply when passengers are set down directly … Read more

Reaching Bengaluru (formerly Bangalore), India’s technology capital, is easier than ever. Kempegowda International Airport now serves roughly 30 international and 75 domestic destinations. In 2024 the airport handled more than 40 million passengers and opened a modern Terminal 2 with improved facilities. The challenge for many travelers remains the journey between the airport and the … Read more

Hyatt has revealed plans for the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, which will occupy the uppermost floors of the PNB 118 tower — a skyscraper set to become the tallest in Southeast Asia and among the tallest globally. Originally scheduled for completion in 2020, the tower will host the Park Hyatt on its top 17 floors, … Read more

Celebrate Easter in the heart of Florence, Italy, at the newly opened 22-room Milu Hotel. Housed in a 14th-century building, the boutique property blends historic charm with minimalist elegance across five floors linked by a restored early 19th-century staircase. The hotel showcases a rotating selection of commissioned contemporary art in its gallery space, The Open … Read more