New York’s iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel is expanding to two new West Coast locations over the next five years. The first luxury property is scheduled to open this spring in Beverly Hills, California, with a second location planned for San Francisco by 2021. Mirroring the flagship in New York, the upcoming Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills … Read more

Four Seasons has announced the opening of its first mountain resort in France, timed for the 2018 winter ski season in the Haute-Savoie region of the Alps. The Four Seasons Hotel Megève is part of a broader development in partnership with luxury hospitality group Edmond de Rothschild Heritage. Alongside the construction of this upscale mountain … Read more

The Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth, the Cultural District’s first luxury hotel, is scheduled to open in November 2023. Part of Crescent Real Estate’s platinum portfolio, the property draws inspiration from Fort Worth’s renowned museums and historic neighborhoods, reflecting the distinctive history, diversity and character of Fort Worth and nearby Dallas. © Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth … Read more

As the only hotel in Seattle partially suspended over the water, The Edgewater has partnered with the Museum of Pop Culture to offer a rock ’n’ roll getaway. The Rock the Suite package includes an overnight stay in the hotel’s Pearl Jam Suite, valet parking, two signature Pearl Jam cocktails at Six Seven Restaurant & … Read more

Although Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach in Cancún is updating its look to keep pace with newer neighbors, loyal guests keep returning for its strong dining scene, which includes the AAA Five Diamond–rated Le Basilic and the flagship La Joya, long considered one of Cancún’s best Mexican restaurants. This summer the hotel expanded its culinary … Read more

Throughout the summer and into early autumn, events across England will mark the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation. From July 11–14, holders of Royal Warrants—designated official suppliers to the households of The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh and The Prince of Wales—will take part in the Coronation Festival held in the gardens of … Read more

Hilton Worldwide plans to open a new 250-room Conrad Hotels & Resorts property in Cartagena, Colombia, in 2015. As Conrad’s second hotel in Latin America, the new Conrad Cartagena will be part of the Karibana Beach & Golf Condominium, the country’s first luxury resort development. The complex will include a golf course and club, a … Read more

Delta Air Lines is expanding its premium Delta One service on several domestic routes beginning in spring 2018. Starting April 1, Delta One will be available on flights between Boston (BOS) and Los Angeles (LAX), and between New York (JFK) and both San Diego (SAN) and Seattle (SEA). Passengers traveling to Hawai‘i will also see … Read more

While much attention usually goes to the most punctual or most delayed airlines, a new study from MileCards examines which airports are the most problematic for travelers. The analysis identifies airports where passengers are most likely to experience long tarmac waits, extended weather-related delays, and generally poor on-time performance. June emerges as the peak month … Read more

Qantas will meet rising demand from Australian ski travelers by operating a seasonal direct route between Sydney and Vancouver during the peak North American winter holiday period. The airline plans six return flights between Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport and Vancouver International Airport from January 3 to January 22, using three-class Boeing 747 aircraft. These services … Read more