Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has expanded its presence in the United Kingdom with the opening of its second Aloft property. Located in the historic Royal Insurance Building in central Liverpool, a structure that dates back 110 years, Aloft Liverpool offers 116 loft-style guestrooms and features the brand’s signature WXYZ bar — a social hub … Read more

Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio is inviting friends and families to celebrate Thanksgiving together with special Friendsgiving packages available at select U.S. hotels. Each Friendsgiving package features an overnight stay, a shared culinary experience, nostalgic board games and handcrafted classic cocktails. The programs are designed to create a warm, social atmosphere where guests can relax, reconnect and … Read more

The Carnival of Oruro begins each year on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday and presents a vibrant fusion of indigenous Andean customs and Catholic rites. This renowned Bolivian celebration is a lively, colorful procession of dance, music and elaborate costumes that reflects centuries of cultural exchange and spiritual devotion. For several days, the city of … Read more

It’s harvest season in Napa Valley. Napa Valley Vintners, the regional trade association, reports that sparkling wine producers will begin picking grapes tomorrow — about a week earlier than last year. Grapes destined for Napa Valley sparkling wines are typically harvested first to preserve the bright acidity that defines these styles. Following the sparkling harvest, … Read more

Sheraton Boston, a Back Bay landmark for six decades, celebrates its 60th anniversary with the unveiling of the new 60s Suite. Part of the property’s ambitious $100 million renovation, the suite was designed in collaboration with The Greater Boston Vintage Society to honor the golden era of travel and mid-century design. “Boston embraces both history … Read more

Global airline alliance SkyTeam has introduced a new two-stop option to its collection of round-the-world passes. This two-stop pass is designed for frequent travelers who need multi-destination itineraries—such as business travelers who might have an important meeting in one country one day and a presentation in another country later the same week. It provides a … Read more

The Roosevelt Hotel NYC reopens its celebrated mad46 rooftop lounge on Wednesday, April 16, with an official grand reopening set for Thursday, April 24. Perched on the 19th floor at Madison Avenue and 46th Street, mad46 will initially be open Wednesday through Friday from 5–10 p.m. Beginning May 5, hours expand to six days a … Read more

Plan a warm-weather themed getaway with Oscar Wilde Tours, led by Professor Andrew Lear, an author and scholar specializing in same-sex relationships as represented in art from the ancient world. A lecturer at Harvard, Columbia, and New York University, Lear leads carefully curated luxury tours that reveal often-hidden stories and treasures from LGBTQ+ history. Upcoming … Read more

If you’ve ever been delayed by plane maintenance, this Swiss concept may offer hope. Developed by researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, the Clip-Air concept envisions aircraft made from separate, interchangeable modules—cabins (or “pods”), wings, and propulsion units—that can be mixed and matched as needed. In practice, a passenger pod could be detached … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: The hotel blends Hollywood flair with a contemporary, business-friendly vibe. Dream Hollywood greets guests with a glass entry and a lobby that feels both structured and lush, filled with modern art and a lounge bar that serves coffee by morning and cocktails in the evening. The staff at check-in were attentive and professional. Waiting … Read more