Korean Air is enhancing its service between Seoul Incheon International Airport and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport by deploying the Airbus A380 on the route. The airline’s A380 features 12 first-class suites and 94 lie-flat business-class seats, replacing the 291-seat Boeing 777-300 that previously served the route. This change increases capacity on the route by … Read more

Whether you want to revisit the fundamentals of physics or simply enjoy being in Bern, Switzerland, a visit to the Einstein Museum — part of the Bernisches Historisches Museum — is an illuminating experience. The exhibition uses around 70 films and animated displays, hundreds of photographs and some 550 original objects to explain Einstein’s breakthrough … Read more

We’ve all held a conch shell to our ears and imagined the ocean’s call, but fewer of us have tasted the mollusk itself. Conch is a medium- to large-sized sea snail found in warm, shallow waters around Florida, the Gulf of Mexico and across the Caribbean. I first tried conch on the near-deserted island of … Read more

Airberlin and JetBlue have signed a cooperation agreement to offer passengers arriving from Germany more seamless connections throughout the United States. Under the deal, travelers can book transatlantic flights with airberlin and continue on to a wide range of U.S. destinations on JetBlue-operated services. The partnership enables connections at four major U.S. gateways: New York … Read more

According to Internet Marketing Inc.’s report “Millennial Travel Trends: A Look at the Largest Generation’s Habits,” travelers aged roughly 18–35 show distinct preferences that shape how the travel industry markets and delivers services. Social media is a dominant influence: 87 percent of millennials turn to Facebook for inspiration, 97 percent share their travel experiences online, … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: I asked the taxi driver to take me to the Valley Wing. We bypassed the main entrance and arrived at a discreet, elegant side entrance. Though smaller, it felt grand. A sharply dressed doorman welcomed me and led me into the Champagne Bar for a smooth and efficient check-in. The lobby featured Oriental accents, … Read more

United Airlines has updated its complimentary snack policy for economy-class passengers so that every traveler can choose from the full selection of three free in-flight snack items at any departure time. Previously, the airline rotated its complimentary offerings according to flight time, with a different set of snacks served on flights departing after 9:45 a.m. … Read more

Beverly Hills is synonymous with luxury—from hotels and dining to silver-screen celebrities. During a recent visit I experienced that refinement firsthand at Spa Montage, located within the elegant Montage Beverly Hills. With décor inspired by Old World Spain, the spa provides a calm refuge from the stress of daily life. Drawing on 9th-century Andalusian shapes … Read more

Matching a recent move by some competitors, Delta Air Lines announced last month that it will raise the prices of alcoholic beverages served in-flight. According to reports in The San Francisco Chronicle, Delta’s price adjustments increase domestic beer from $7 to $8, craft and imported beers from $8 to $9, and wine and cocktails from … Read more

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, originally founded in Thailand, has developed a global reputation for luxurious, sustainable resorts and spas. This year the brand expands further across Asia and the Pacific with four new openings on its home continent and nearby islands, each reflecting Six Senses’ focus on authentic local experiences, wellness, and environmental sensitivity. … Read more