As more travelers look for fresh, lesser-traveled destinations, the projected list of top cruise ports for 2017 highlights several off-the-beaten-path locales. Instead of competing for space in crowded harbors like Venice or Barcelona, many cruisers now prefer ports that are hard to reach by land, making sea travel the most practical way to visit. One … Read more

Few destinations offer the enduring charm and dramatic scenery of Ireland when it comes to golf. Let the local experts at Premier Irish Golf Tours handle the planning so you can focus on playing some of the country’s most celebrated courses. Their Southwest Golf Tour is a strong example: a sample itinerary features rounds at … Read more

Through a sea of red and white, the gigantes y cabezudos (giants and big heads) parade through Pamplona’s crowded streets. The giants portray four royal figures representing different continents—European, Asian, American and African—while the oversized, caricatured heads accompany them in a procession that charms both children and adults. This vibrant spectacle is one of the … Read more

A recent study by Four Seasons and Ipsos, surveying travelers from the U.S., U.K., Russia and China, highlights how varied sleep preferences can be. In response, Four Seasons has introduced a personalized Four Seasons bed that can be tailored to a guest’s individual comfort preferences during their stay. Created in collaboration with Simmons, the mattress … Read more

Now a landmark luxury Boston address, The Liberty Hotel began life as the Charles Street Jail, featuring a soaring 90-foot rotunda and a cupola dating to 1851. Catwalks connect the lobby, reception area, ballroom, meeting rooms, restaurant, bar and select guestrooms, preserving the building’s distinctive circulation and historic character. Several original features were thoughtfully retained, … Read more

The more than 17,000 islands that make up the tropical nation of Indonesia are now easier to explore thanks to new journeys offered by travel platform Timbuktu. From handling logistics to arranging curated experiences, Timbuktu’s team of travel professionals creates memorable trips that range from Komodo dragon encounters to hikes along the flanks of active … Read more

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has launched a curated series of Extraordinary Experiences that elevate luxury travel with immersive, hands-on adventures. Each experience is thoughtfully created by the team at the individual Four Seasons property to showcase the character and culture of its location, offering guests rare access to local traditions, landscapes and insiders. For … Read more

PHOTO: © ETIHAD AIRWAYS THE BASICS Name: Duncan Bureau Title: Senior Vice President, Sales and Distribution Company, city: Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. First job: Delivering papers on my bike A LITTLE BIT MORE What actor or actress would play you in a movie of your life? Mike Myers. He is a talented Canadian actor … Read more

Atop the new 2,886-passenger Celebrity Silhouette sits an unexpected showpiece: a 12,000-square-foot field of real grass called The Lawn Club. Featuring two restaurants, an art studio, a bocce court and a putting green — plus hammocks, Adirondack chairs and eight private rail-side cabanas — The Lawn Club hosts grill-side picnics and evening jazz concerts, creating … Read more

Paradisus by Meliá has introduced a set of new experiences called Destination Inclusive, designed to immerse guests in local culture and enrich nearly every aspect of the resort stay—from design and amenities to dining, entertainment and activities. © Melia Hotels International “At Paradisus by Meliá, the destination plays a key role in creating a genuine … Read more