Bewitching and elusive Kyoto enchants visitors with a timeless blend of history and modern convenience. Located 228 miles west of Tokyo on Honshu, Kyoto preserves the atmosphere of old Japan within a careful, contemporary grid. Wander the city and you’ll find winding stone alleyways leading to centuries-old ryokan (traditional inns), white-faced geisha slipping behind teahouse … Read more

Hike through the forests around Flims and cool off with a swim in the clear, sparkling waters of Lake Cauma and Lake Cresta, both less than an hour from Chur, the capital of the canton of Graubünden. The striking landscape that separates the two lakes is the Ruinaulta, often called the Swiss Grand Canyon for … Read more

Lovely Newport, RI, provides the picturesque setting for the 20th annual Newport Flower Show, taking place June 19–21. Held on the expansive green lawns of the Rosecliff mansion, this year’s theme is American Beauty – Timeless Style, a fitting tribute because the gardens at Rosecliff were the birthplace of the American Beauty rose. The show … Read more

Routehappy, a platform that highlights differences in air travel products, has published its annual Global State of In-Flight Wi‑Fi report, offering a comprehensive view of in-flight Wi‑Fi availability and performance worldwide. The report finds that 2015 marked a notable year for in-flight connectivity, with more airlines deploying Wi‑Fi and overall improvements in speed and reliability. … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: My colleague Mark and I arrived at the Hilton Long Island after a day of meetings in New York, ready to relax on the first leg of a multiday road trip. Check-in was efficient, and we enjoyed a drink at the lobby bar before heading to our rooms. The newly renovated lobby is expansive, … Read more

Passengers onboard Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth can now experience a new holistic spa concept: Canyon Ranch’s Spa at Sea — Mareel Wellness & Beauty, created in collaboration with Canyon Ranch. The name “Mareel” comes from the Old Norse word marueldr, meaning the sea’s phosphorescence, and the design reflects that inspiration. The refreshed décor draws from ocean … Read more

Uber announced a strategic acquisition that advances the company’s development of self-driving vehicle technology. In late 2016, Uber acquired Geometric Intelligence and integrated the team into a new division called AI Labs. This group will focus on applying artificial intelligence across Uber’s products and services. Jeff Holden, speaking for Uber, noted that AI already influences … Read more

On foot and on horseback, people have been crossing Galicia in northwest Spain for millennia. When the Romans reached Cape Finisterre, the westernmost point, they believed their empire could go no further and named the place finis terrae—“end of the earth.” On a misty winter day that label can feel apt. The gray Atlantic smashes … Read more

Atlanta may remain snow-free this Christmas, but The St. Regis Atlanta in the upscale Buckhead neighborhood will celebrate the season with a full slate of festive experiences. In the hotel’s grand lobby, guests will find the city’s largest gingerbread house, produced in collaboration with luxury candy boutique Sugarfina. The impressive display used roughly 300 pounds … Read more

Gourmets gather in St. Moritz, Switzerland, from January 26–30 for the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival, this year presented as a special British Edition. The festival pays tribute to the British visitors who helped establish St. Moritz as a premier alpine destination 150 years ago. Its ambitious program features more than 40 curated events that celebrate … Read more