Global Traveler attended Qatar Airways’ unveiling of the new QSuite business-class cabin at ITB in Berlin last week. The global media gathered for the official presentation and press conference led by Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways. The QSuite introduces a patented, flexible layout that adapts to different passenger needs. Two adjacent seats can … Read more

Puerto Vallarta is widely recognized as one of the world’s most LGBTQ-friendly destinations, and the city is strengthening that reputation with new measures designed to enhance safety and inclusivity. Among the steps recently introduced are the establishment of an Office of Gender Equality and a program of sensitivity training for local businesses. “Puerto Vallarta is … Read more

Offering luxury, bespoke walking and cycling expeditions to destinations around the world since 1966, Butterfield & Robinson crafts active-style travel that blends local culture, comfort and expert guidance. Their Japan collection includes a seven-night Japan Biking tour (available guided or private), an eight-night Japan Walking private tour, and a nine-night Japan Family private tour. Featured … Read more

Seattle, Washington, is one of the most welcoming West Coast destinations for LGBTQ+ travelers. Nestled on the shores of Puget Sound, the city blends iconic attractions with a vibrant queer culture that appeals to a wide range of visitors. Beyond landmarks like the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the pop culture museum, Seattle offers … Read more

Thanks to a proposed tourism tax, Edinburgh could become one of the most expensive European destinations for travelers. Under the Scottish Government’s plans for a Transient Visitor Levy (TVL), visitors staying overnight in the capital could face an additional charge of €2 or 2 percent on top of the room rate per night. Industry groups … Read more

On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall, the concrete and barbed-wire barrier that divided East and West Berlin for decades, finally came down. To mark the 25th anniversary of that historic event, the city staged a range of commemorative projects, including a temporary installation of thousands of illuminated balloons forming a symbolic “wall.” A major … Read more

Discover a different side of Provence beyond its famed lavender and thyme: explore the region on a multi-sport adventure combining hiking, cycling and kayaking. These active treks are ideal for travelers who want to move through Provençal landscapes, sample local culture and enjoy outdoor pursuits in one trip. Professional adventure travel specialists at Austin Adventures … Read more

Airports were once places where travelers could buy newspapers, magazines, medicine and foreign currency — but not consistently enjoy a quality meal. That has changed. While air travel itself has become more regimented and hurried, airport dining has evolved in the opposite direction: many major airports now offer restaurants where passengers can sit down, relax … Read more

After the “Big D” and “little a” in the show-tune refrain, the “double l” might just as well stand for landlocked. Dallas is not a seaport—an oddity for a major American city—but its lack of direct access to the sea has not slowed its expansion. In the 1870s, the arrival of rail lines supported thriving … Read more

Name: Christophe Laure Title: Area General Manager Paris, IHG / General Manager, InterContinental Paris – Le Grand Company, city: IHG; Paris, France Number of employees: 580 Recent project: The opening last September of the first Hôtel Indigo in France, the Hôtel Indigo Paris Opéra, located next to the InterContinental Paris – Le Grand First job: … Read more