Arrival/Check-In: The Queen Mary 2’s New York home port is the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. On arrival I encountered a busy scene of private cars, limousines and taxis as passengers disembarked from an earlier arrival while others prepared to board. Staff with redcaps efficiently handled luggage drop-off, ensuring bags were routed correctly. After parking I proceeded … Read more

Name: Tarek Adawy Title: General Manager, USA Company, city: EgyptAir, New York, New York Number of employees: 20 in New York; 9,000 in Cairo Recent project: Opening new gateways in the United States First job: EgyptAir ticket agent in Cairo Little-known fact about you: I am a Backstreet Boys fan. Your Business What innovations or … Read more

With the new year approaching, travelers often seek a restorative and calming escape. Thompson Zihuatanejo, a beachfront resort on Mexico’s Pacific coast, is introducing an updated menu of spa therapies for 2025 that focus on holistic relaxation and well-being. The new offerings blend nourishing ingredients, local inspirations and skilled techniques to help guests begin the … Read more

Air travel in 2018 was marginally less safe than in 2017, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) annual Airline Safety Performance Report, though major accidents remained rare — occurring roughly once every 5.4 million flights. The accident rate rose modestly to 1.35 accidents per one million flights in 2018, up from 1.11 per … Read more

United has begun regular service with its first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, operating the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Newark (EWR). With this delivery, United becomes the first airline worldwide to fly all three Dreamliner variants. The 787-10 in United’s fleet is the first of its model to feature Polaris business-class seating alongside the carrier’s … Read more

FLORIDA’S COASTAL CITY of St. Petersburg hosted a lively discussion on LGBTQ travel trends in May during the annual convention of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA). The three-day gathering brought together buyers, suppliers and tourism professionals from around the world for networking and education. Top topics included crisis management in tourism—ranging from … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: My colleague and I arrived in Miami on a Friday and checked in to Sense Beach House after two days in the city. Our rooms were not ready at first, but a staff member kindly held our bags while we attended afternoon meetings and dinner. The check-in area is informal — a small desk … Read more

Four Seasons has announced the opening of its first private island and the only private hospitality destination located inside a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Slated to open in late 2016, Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah, Baa Atoll, occupies five acres and accommodates up to 22 guests across seven bedrooms, a beach house, a … Read more

All it takes is one look at the grounds of Quinta Dona Maria — a grand villa surrounded by formal gardens — to see that wine tasting in Portugal is woven with history. The vineyard sits in Estremoz, just northeast of the Roman ruins near Évora. Built in 1718 by King João V for his … Read more

Several years ago I made İstanbul my home. Like many relocations, it began with a visit. I had planned a standard three-day itinerary. Based in Sultanahmet at the Four Seasons, I intended to see the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, wander the winding alleys of the Grand Bazaar and admire the tiled splendor of … Read more