British Airways has expanded trials of biometric boarding at Los Angeles (LAX), Orlando (MCO), Miami (MIA) and New York (JFK) airports. The airline began testing biometric gates at Los Angeles International in November and reported that the technology helped board more than 400 customers in 22 minutes — roughly half the time typically required without … Read more

Your iPhone already serves as a compact multitool—camera, calculator, messenger and more. Now it can help keep your clothes and surfaces neat, too, thanks to a new line of lint-removing, antimicrobial iPhone cases from Stitched. Stitched Color Varieties © Stitched These cases use a woven antimicrobial stitching that lets you sweep away lint, dandruff and … Read more

Visit Philadelphia’s rotating Overnight Hotel offer returns this fall with seasonal perks, making it ideal for a business-meets-pleasure trip. The package is available for stays any time from Sept. 4 through Nov. 30. The deal covers one- or two-night stays at any of the 48 participating hotels and delivers value well above the advertised starting … Read more

When a group of enthusiastic Sapporo high school students built six simple snow statues in Odori Park in 1950, they could not have imagined that, 65 years later, their effort would grow into the internationally renowned Sapporo Snow Festival, an event that attracts around 2.4 million visitors to Hokkaido’s capital each year. By the time … Read more

Ginza, whose name means “silver mint,” once hosted a government coin mint. Today it blends historic charm with modern luxury, offering exclusive boutiques, chic cafés and a dense urban streetscape that mixes tradition with contemporary culture. The neighborhood’s concentration of stores and the interplay of old and new give Ginza an international feel, says Nori … Read more

In 2025, Riviera River Cruises will add two new ships to its fleet, offering river voyages on Europe’s Danube and Douro rivers. Riviera Radiance will operate on the Danube and present six distinct itineraries—one designed specifically for solo travelers and three special holiday sailings. Riviera Rose will be based on the Douro, sailing a scenic … Read more

Lufthansa has announced new winter-season routes, expanding its network in Northern Europe. Beginning on November 26, passengers will be able to fly to Tromsø (TOS), and starting December 17, service will begin to Ivalo (IVL). Both routes will operate on Saturdays only and will complement Lufthansa’s existing Munich (MUC) flights to Kittilä (KTT). Together these … Read more

Historic and elegant, The Citizen Hotel blends Roaring Twenties charm with contemporary sophistication. Each guest room is unique and thoughtfully appointed with luxury amenities such as high-thread-count linens and duvets, refrigerators, plush robes, Keurig coffee and tea makers, and LATHER body care products. The entire property is non-smoking and offers convenient services including a fitness … Read more

Pulitzer Amsterdam, a historic hotel spanning 25 interconnected canal houses between two major canals, has unveiled the final stage of a comprehensive refurbishment this August. The renovation’s first phase, completed in February, introduced a new restaurant, Jansz; Pulitzer’s Bar; and 80 redesigned guestrooms and suites on the Keizersgracht canal side. The final phase now connects … Read more

Colorado is home to an impressive and diverse dining scene, from Denver and Boulder to Aspen and beyond. The Michelin Guide has released its first selection for the state, recognizing chefs and teams across 44 establishments. If you’re planning a culinary-focused trip to Colorado, here are some standout restaurants to consider. Beckon © Jonnie Sirotek … Read more