Time is running out for late-season ski escapes, but Oetker Collection’s elegant L’Apogée Courchevel in the French Alps remains an exceptional choice for a luxury getaway. India Mahdavi has designed each of the 55 guestrooms and suites with warm, bold details—plush furs, fine leathers and carefully chosen accents—while bathrooms feature heated floors and Fior di … Read more

I’ve visited Aruba several times, and each visit I make a point to spend time with the team at De Palm Tours. With friendly local guides and a wide range of excursions, De Palm’s Jeep and UTV adventures are one of the best ways to experience the island’s rugged beauty and hidden sights. Baby Natural … Read more

Rivalry can turn anything, even a carnival, into sport. In 1966, an annual folklore festival in Parintins, a nondescript Brazilian port on an island in the Amazon River, morphed into an intense competition between two teams. Now, each June, thousands of fans flock to Parintins by riverboat for the three-day festival. Hundreds more are transported … Read more

Modern advances in travel have left few corners of the globe untouched, yet the Cook Islands retain a distinctive culture and unspoiled natural beauty. Not yet overwhelmed by mass tourism, this Polynesian archipelago offers visitors a chance to experience a slower pace of life focused on family, community and quality of life. Travelers willing to … Read more

Always a top choice for luxury accommodations and attentive service, The King David Hotel in Jerusalem has opened a new wine bar. An extension of the hotel’s Oriental Bar in the lobby, the wine bar showcases an extensive selection of wines produced exclusively in Israel’s acclaimed wine regions. The curated wine list features 65 carefully … Read more

SAS has introduced the SAS EuroBonus Travel Wallet, a mobile-first, multi-currency digital wallet that comes with a physical Mastercard prepaid card. Designed for frequent travelers and everyday use, the wallet lets members earn EuroBonus Extra points on purchases while managing accounts and cards through a smartphone app. The service is currently available in Sweden, Norway, … Read more

Travelers planning an all-inclusive, hosted tour of Tuscany focused on wine and gastronomy have new options from A Toast to Travel. These seven-day, six-night itineraries are designed to help visitors experience the region like locals, combining iconic sights, hands-on culinary activities and visits to family-run vineyards. The Highlights of Florence and Tuscany program includes guided … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: I arrived at The Setai late in the afternoon on a hot, humid Miami day. A doorman greeted me before I reached the lobby and guided me to the front desk, where I was invited to sit while the attendant prepared my check-in. I was offered a cold towel and an iced green tea, … Read more

An assemblage of boutique expeditions for conscious, informed travelers, Soma Journeys was founded by former television host Cristy Elmendorp to offer authentic experiences in some of the world’s most spiritually resonant places. This year the company introduces two new journeys designed to deepen cultural understanding and personal reflection. The first itinerary, Dragons and Thunder: A … Read more

Salt Lake City International Airport is undergoing a major expansion that will add 15 new gates as part of a project costing more than $2.9 billion. Even with this investment, airport leaders warn the improvements may not fully meet future demand. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that interim airport director Kevin Robins believes the current … Read more