The Chatwal brand invites guests to discover both city and countryside with two distinct properties: The Chatwal, New York and The Chatwal Lodge. Part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, these hotels offer seasonal spring and summer experiences crafted for a range of travelers, from theater lovers to outdoor enthusiasts. © The Chatwal, New York … Read more

What do a dreadlocked vegetarian pre-med student and a celebrated chef known for highlighting farm-to-table ingredients in a fresh interpretation of Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean flavors have in common? The answer: they are one and the same. Gregory Gourdet began his journey aiming for a career in medicine while studying French, but his … Read more

It’s all sparkle and silhouette at the new Balenciaga Museum in Spain’s northern Basque Country. Dedicated to the work of Cristóbal Balenciaga, the Spanish-born designer who founded his house in 1914, the museum stands in his birthplace of Getaria and displays a carefully preserved collection of around 1,200 garments and accessories. Balenciaga transformed the female … Read more

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced a new Hyatt-branded hotel scheduled to open in Malta in 2021. Under a franchise agreement with Bay Street Holdings Limited, this will be the first Hyatt property in Malta and will be located in St. Julian’s. The coastal town will host a 153-room resort designed to serve families, business travelers … Read more

Anyone traveling to Norway on business will be pleased to hear that the historic Britannia hotel in Trondheim has reopened after a four-year, $160 million renovation. A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, Britannia remains a standout among Norway’s luxury properties. Following its long-awaited grand reopening, Britannia offers 246 guestrooms and 11 suites … Read more

Escape to the Alps this summer and enjoy an extra night on us. The Virgin Limited Edition property The Lodge, located in Verbier, Switzerland, is a premier mountain retreat offering refined comfort and exceptional service inspired by Sir Richard Branson’s hospitality standards. From June through September, guests who book four nights at The Lodge will … Read more

Avani + Barbarons Seychelles Resort, which first opened in 2015 as one of the brand’s early resort properties, is undergoing a multimillion-dollar transformation and is scheduled to reopen in spring 2025. The property will adopt the AVANI+ designation, Avani’s elevated brand extension that highlights exceptional locations, refined design, additional facilities and enhanced food & beverage … Read more

Until Feb. 28, guests at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel can celebrate the 240th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with the hotel’s special “Tea Time on the Waterfront” package. The offer includes deluxe accommodations and admission for two adults and two children to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. Guests also receive two … Read more

Opened last year, the Pan Pacific Orchard hotel set a new benchmark for high-rise tropical hospitality. Designed by Singapore-based WOHA Architects, the 347-room property combines open-air architecture with abundant greenery, bringing a lush, breathable atmosphere to every public space and many of the guest terraces. © Studio Periphery The property’s terraced landscape includes several signature … Read more

Following a comprehensive top-to-bottom refurbishment as part of the brand’s $100 million enhancement initiative, Oceania Cruises’ Sirena now features completely renewed staterooms, suites and public spaces. Nearly 350 staterooms have been updated with new entry doors, modern furnishings, full-length mirrors and convenient charging stations, elevating comfort and functionality for guests. Public areas received a fresh … Read more