The third-largest city in the United States, Chicago blends vibrant nightlife with a dramatic skyline along the shores of Lake Michigan. Its 77 neighborhoods offer an array of noteworthy restaurants, bars, theaters and clubs, plus plenty of cafés to keep late nights energized. Friendly locals and broad cultural offerings draw nearly 40 million visitors to … Read more

Changes have arrived at Boston’s Marriott Long Wharf, a harborside hotel that recently completed a $35 million renovation. The refreshed four-star property now features an indoor pool with harbor views, a redesigned fitness center with interactive Peloton bikes, and updated guestrooms with improved amenities. Many rooms include flat-screen televisions with streaming capabilities, dedicated work areas … Read more

Volaris has announced a new international service connecting Durango, Mexico, with Chicago, United States. Beginning December 8, the airline will operate flights twice weekly between General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport in Durango and Chicago’s Midway Airport. This route represents the first international service available from Durango, expanding travel options for the city’s residents. Holger Blankenstein, … Read more

Hurtigruten, the world’s largest expedition cruise operator and one of the industry’s leaders in environmental initiatives, has announced plans to use fishery remains and other organic waste to produce fuel. The company will convert this material into liquefied biogas (LBG), a renewable, fossil-free gas made from dead fish and organic residues. Renewable biogas is among … Read more

Just as consumers have grown familiar with terms like “sustainable” and “organic” in grape growing, a new label is gaining attention in the wine world: biodynamics. Rooted in principles introduced by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in the 1920s, biodynamics draws from older agricultural traditions while aiming to shape a modern, holistic approach to viticulture. Like … Read more

Red Fruit & Roses cocktail, anyone? Imagine sipping it while watching the sea, then retiring to a luxurious stateroom at night. That experience is now possible: Princess Cruises has partnered with Mexico City’s acclaimed Handshake Speakeasy to bring a new, exclusive cocktail menu aboard its ships. “At Princess, we’re always searching for ways to elevate … Read more

Carneros Resort and Spa invites travelers to celebrate the holiday season in California’s wine country with festive experiences, seasonal dining and curated activities for families, couples and friends. © Carneros Resort and Spa Kick off the season by reserving a private holiday cabana, available from Nov. 28 through Jan. 1. Each cabana features a fire … Read more

Hilton received 22 honors from U.S. News & World Report this year, with three properties newly recognized among the Best Hotels in the USA and 19 properties named Best Hotels within their respective markets. “For nearly a century, our top priority every day has been delivering world-class hospitality,” said Jim Holthouser, Executive Vice President, Global … Read more

Harvest a pumpkin-inspired spa experience this fall at The Spa at Wintergreen Resort, nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of Wintergreen, Va. Seasonal treatments harness the antioxidant benefits of pumpkin, a bright orange fruit rich in beta carotene and vitamins A, C and E. Options include the skin-nourishing Pumpkin Chai Organic Massage, which uses … Read more

The city of Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan, located in the country’s north, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Next year, the nine-day Iraqi Kurdistan: Land of the Kurds journey from Steppes Traveller (part of the Steppes Travel Group) offers an in-depth exploration of the region’s landscapes, cultures and history. The trip is … Read more