France’s national state-owned railway company SNCF has begun offering on-board WiFi for its trains. The initial rollout started last month on domestic high-speed TGV services, according to reports from Railway Gazette. Service is currently available on the busy Paris–Lyon corridor, with additional trains and routes scheduled to receive connectivity over the coming months as the … Read more

Berlin is welcoming LGBT travelers with the launch of the Pink Pillow Berlin Collection. A collaboration between Visit Berlin and the city’s hotel industry, the program defines LGBT-friendly standards for participating hotels and highlights Berlin’s standing as one of the world’s top gay travel destinations. “In Berlin, tolerance is practiced and all people are free … Read more

For extended stays, an executive apartment often makes a better choice than a hotel. Metro Apartments Darling Harbour in Sydney offers upscale, fully appointed apartments in two distinct buildings directly opposite the harbor. The Sussex Street building features contemporary one-bedroom lofts designed for modern comfort and convenience, while the King Street building houses nine exclusive … Read more

With a growing interest in European train travel, Up Norway invites travelers to board and eco-friendly railway and discover Norway’s striking landscapes and hidden gems. © Up Norway Norway’s extensive rail network reaches deep into the country’s most remote and scenic areas. Up Norway’s scenic railway itineraries showcase some of the nation’s most dramatic routes, … Read more

Every spring, Amsterdam’s parks and fields burst into color with the arrival of tulip season. To help travelers enjoy the best of this floral spectacle, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam presents three carefully designed experiences that celebrate the iconic tulip through history, nature and gastronomy. © Anantara Hotels & Resorts The Tulip Treats package is … Read more

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful midday meal at Clement inside The Peninsula New York, then head to the fitness center to balance indulgence with activity. For $78, the Executive Fitness Power Lunch includes: A two-course meal at Clement highlighting Chef Brandon Kida’s contemporary American cuisine A day pass to the Peninsula Spa Fitness Club, granting … Read more

Cruise travel can be an excellent vacation option for people with disabilities: food, lodging, entertainment and medical support are often available in one place, simplifying logistics. While many ships provide basic accessibility—such as a selection of accessible staterooms and limited accessible seating—some vessels go much further. The following ships are known for their strong accessibility … Read more

UNTRAMMELED and boasting some of the cleanest air in the world, Tasmania — Australia’s southern island state across the Bass Strait from the mainland — feels like an Eden where locavorism is a way of life. Often compared to Iceland for its untouched character, Tasmania draws nature lovers with its wallaby-filled bushland, rugged mountain peaks, … Read more

While Hollywood is widely regarded as the global center of filmmaking, Los Angeles also hosts a rich and varied independent theater scene worth exploring. Scattered across neighborhoods from Downtown to the Westside, these venues offer carefully curated programming, distinctive atmospheres, and opportunities to discover films outside the mainstream. Independent theaters often prioritize art-house cinema, restored … Read more

According to the Henley Passport Index, Japan currently holds the most powerful passport in the world, allowing its citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 190 destinations. Close behind, in second place, are Singapore and South Korea, each granting access to 189 destinations. Germany and France follow in third place, with passports that provide entry to … Read more