Travelers who rely on Kayak for booking flights, hotels, or car rentals will soon find the experience more direct and personalized. The travel search engine has integrated its site-based chat with Facebook Messenger, aiming to combine Messenger’s conversational interface with Kayak’s search capabilities. On Kayak’s website, visitors can now use a chat feature to request … Read more

The Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, has relaunched its Urban Bourbon Trail Chef Series, inviting bourbon enthusiasts and food lovers to experience creative southern cooking infused with bourbon flavors. The program presents a rotating lineup of talented chefs who collaborate with the hotel’s culinary team to craft exclusive, limited-time dishes showcased at the on-site … Read more

Don’t let summer pass without planning a getaway with your girl gang. Whether you prefer a restorative wellness retreat, a low-key city escape, or an outdoor adventure, these destinations deliver the perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and memories. For Wellness Travel Recharge at Carillon Miami Resort, home to one of the largest spas on the … Read more

Warwick International Hotels has expanded its presence in the Middle East with the opening of a new luxury boutique hotel in Qatar. Situated in Doha’s Al Sadd district, the property enjoys a central location near downtown and offers convenient access to Hamad International Airport. The hotel features 164 well-appointed guestrooms, including 23 suites, each designed … Read more

Examples of Russian art from the last two centuries are on view at the Sinebrychoff and Didrichsen Art Museums in Helsinki through May 15. The exhibition, titled Soviet Art from the Arefyev Collection, brings together works from Mikhail Arefyev’s collection alongside pieces from private collections abroad, many of which are shown in Finland for the … Read more

Adventure tourism operator AJ Hackett Bungy is celebrating 25 years with a month-long program of events, promotions and competitions. The anniversary activities begin on October 18 and build toward a gala celebration on November 13. Since its founding, more than three million people have taken the leap at AJ Hackett Bungy locations worldwide. Celebrity jumpers … Read more

There’s much to celebrate in Britain in 2016, beginning with the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. A range of commemorative events are planned, including immersive theatrical productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company and new exhibitions in Stratford-upon-Avon that explore the playwright’s life and legacy. 2016 also marks the 150th anniversary of beloved children’s author … Read more

With French Country Waterways, you can board a luxuriously outfitted barge and discover France through exceptional cuisine, fine wines, and picturesque scenery. The fleet includes four barges accommodating either eight or 12 passengers, and five distinct itineraries that traverse Alsace-Lorraine, Central Burgundy, the Côte d’Or, the Champagne region, and the Upper Loire Valley. Each cruise … Read more

The Association of Egyptian Business Women will hold its second International Conference for Women from February 18–22 in Cairo and Al Gouna, with sponsorship from the Egyptian Tourist Authority. This year’s conference centers on the theme “Women for Economic Prosperity” and will address several key topics designed to empower women in business and leadership: Creating … Read more

InterContinental Hotels Group is expanding its footprint in Europe with the addition of two new properties: InterContinental Dublin, which opened in 2015, and InterContinental Baku, scheduled to open in 2016. Housed in the former Four Seasons Hotel Dublin, InterContinental Dublin sits in the prestigious Ballsbridge neighborhood and offers 197 guestrooms and suites. The hotel features … Read more