This year’s GT Tested Reader Survey awards, held in Coral Gables, Florida, honored the travel industry leaders chosen by readers. Several winners reached milestone statuses for consistently delivering exceptional service and products to travelers year after year—a difficult achievement to sustain. Global Traveler bestows Quint Status on brands that win the same category five years … Read more

The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace in Madison, Wisconsin, recently completed extensive renovations in time for the busy 2019 travel season. All 240 guestrooms and suites were redesigned to reflect local character and updated with new bedding, stone-topped furniture and smart televisions. Bathrooms received modern upgrades including double-headed showers and new tile finishes. The lobby has … Read more

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is facing widespread delays and growing passenger frustration at many airports. Airlines for America urges travelers to take simple steps that can reduce wait times and help TSA manage screening lines more effectively. “Our recent passenger satisfaction survey shows that the efficiency of the security process is a major factor … Read more

Thailand is home to more than 40,000 wats—Buddhist temples and monasteries—dotting its cities, towns and countryside. While that abundance means there is always a place to visit, some wats stand out for their history, architecture, spiritual significance and sheer beauty. Below is a concise guide to five must-see wats in Thailand that capture the country’s … Read more

From Jan. 28–Feb. 4, 2018, the Swiss city of Lausanne will host the 46th International Ballet Competition, the Prix de Lausanne. Talented young dancers aged 14–19 travel from around the world to this lakeside city to compete for scholarships and opportunities that can jump-start their professional careers. Qualifying rounds and finals are held on the … Read more

Christopher Columbus arrived first, making The Bahamas the initial landfall on his 1492 voyage to the New World. Five centuries later, about four million cruise passengers a year visit The Bahamas, many seeking the same simple goal as Columbus’s crews: rest and relaxation. With roughly 300 sunny days annually and shallow, warm seas, The Bahamas … Read more

Hilton’s upper-upscale Curio Collection continued to expand this summer, adding several distinctive properties to its portfolio. Known for hotels with individual character and local flavor, Curio strengthened its international presence with significant openings and a notable signing. The collection debuted in the United Kingdom with the opening of The Trafalgar St. James in central London. … Read more

The Pretty Fork is offering a unique dining experience for Seattle travelers with five exclusive dates in 2019. Each event features a multicourse meal crafted by one of the Pacific Northwest’s top restaurants. Guests depart Seattle aboard a small aircraft and fly to a secluded island in the Pacific Northwest. On arrival, they are served … Read more

New family-friendly amenities have been added for children staying at the Four Seasons Bahrain Bay. The hotel recently introduced a manmade beach and a new waterpark called The Dhow, named after traditional Bahraini sailing vessels. Four Seasons hotel in Bahrain Bay. Photo: Wiktor Wojtas | Dreamstime.com The newly opened waterpark features seven slides and around … Read more

The Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta has opened in Mexico as a family-friendly, all-inclusive resort on the site of the former Dreams Puerto Vallarta after an approximate $20 million expansion. To mark the opening, the resort is offering savings of up to 55 percent off published rack rates for bookings made through January 9, 2015. Located … Read more