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

Salt Hotels has expanded into the Midwest with the opening of The West Hotel in Minneapolis in 2023. Developed through collaborations with acclaimed local and international designers and hospitality experts, the hotel sits steps from the Mississippi riverfront in the city’s historic North Loop neighborhood. © Salt Hotels “We’re eager to expand into this vibrant … Read more

Qatar Airways has begun the world’s first route using the Airbus A350 extra-wide-body aircraft, flying between Doha and Frankfurt following delivery of the first of 80 low-noise, next-generation A350 XWB jets to the airline in December 2014. The new jet brings improved operating efficiency, greater passenger comfort and reduced noise levels. The airline deploys a … Read more

The Royal Sonesta Boston, set gracefully along the Charles River, presents a modern take on the city’s rich history. The hotel doubles as a rotating showcase for the Sonesta Art Collection, begun in the early 1960s, and displays original works from renowned and emerging artists. Guests will find pieces by Andy Warhol, Aaron Fink and … Read more

Hilton is introducing a new level of luxury to New York by converting The London NYC into the Conrad New York Midtown. Following a 2019 refresh, the property’s rebranding work began this month and is expected to take a little more than a year to complete. The 562-room hotel will undergo upgrades across all guestrooms, … Read more

Arrival/Check-In: The four-story Oyster Box Hotel, part of the Red Carnation collection, originally opened in 1947 and was beautifully rebuilt and relaunched in 2009. Set against the modern high-rises along the beachfront promenade in Umhlanga Rocks just outside Durban, the hotel offers a welcoming, classic retreat. I received a warm greeting at arrival, was pleasantly … Read more

Peru’s capital is the country’s political and commercial hub and also an enticing destination for visitors, celebrated for its cuisine, history and lively atmosphere. Home to just over 10 million people, Lima is more populous than any city in the United States. Locals often call it El Pulpo (The Octopus) because of its vast size … Read more

Brussels Airlines has unveiled what it calls “the most complex plane livery in the world,” inspired by the work of Flemish master Pieter Bruegel the Elder. The project was developed with support from VISITFLANDERS and the BOZAR Centre for Fine Arts, which provided curatorial advice. Brussels Airlines commissioned Belgian artists Jos de Gruyter and Harald … Read more

View Business Class Survey The Business Class Survey is designed to gather feedback from travelers about their experience flying in business class. Your responses help airlines, airports, and service providers understand what works well and where improvements are needed. This survey covers aspects such as cabin comfort, in-flight service, dining, entertainment, boarding procedures, and overall … Read more

Heading to Austria? Arrive thirsty and satisfy your taste buds with a stein of local beer. Salzburg residents have been raising their glasses since Stiegl Bier opened the city’s first brewery in 1492. Beer culture is a thriving institution in this riverside city, with four breweries and a wide selection of beer gardens and lively … Read more