With the rise of self check-in, automated baggage drop and electronic boarding passes, air travel is becoming increasingly automated, reducing the need for staff and long queues. Another emerging technology being trialed at airports worldwide is self-boarding, which uses facial recognition to identify passengers and streamline the boarding process. To use self-boarding, travelers first visit … Read more

The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha (DOH) to Australia’s capital, Canberra (CBR), began operations last month and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute upon arrival. “Qatar Airways is delighted to be expanding its reach in Australia by launching our fifth gateway into this beautiful country,” said Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar … Read more

Bongeunsa Temple © Sane639 | Dreamstime.comHistory is only one of the many reasons to add the beautiful destination of South Korea to your travel list. From ancient religious sites to political and cultural landmarks, the country offers a rich array of attractions. Below are seven standout places that capture Korea’s history, architecture and spirit. © … Read more

Planning a spring or summer road trip? Travel back in time along the Harriett Tubman Underground Railroad Byway. This scenic route highlights the historic sites and secret locations that helped many enslaved people escape from Delaware to freedom in Pennsylvania. Named for Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery in Maryland in 1849, the 98-mile byway links … Read more

The Peninsula Beverly Hills has unveiled a complete redesign of its 4,600-square-foot spa. Situated on the fifth floor adjacent to the hotel’s iconic rooftop pool, the refreshed space features shimmering new wall coverings, upgraded lighting and an overall contemporary décor. The updated color palette blends pale pinks, pearl grays and other soft tones, accented by … Read more

Silvercar, an app-based car rental service, has expanded into Salt Lake City and plans to double its airport operations by the end of the year. Acquired by Audi in 2017, Silvercar has grown by offering a fleet of signature silver Audi A4 vehicles in major U.S. markets such as Seattle and Orlando. The new Utah … Read more

Japan offers many lesser-known destinations and distinctive experiences. One such place is Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, a large island off the western coast of central Japan reachable by a two-hour ferry or jetfoil. Known historically as “The Island of Gold and Silver,” Sado was a major producer of precious metals from the early 17th … Read more

Indulge in a bit of retail therapy with the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, which is offering an exclusive shopping package to celebrate the new season of Mr. Selfridge on PBS. Situated in fashionable Mayfair, the hotel is just a short distance from the iconic luxury department store Selfridges. The year-round shopping package lets guests … Read more

Riviera Maya’s celebrated resort Mayakoba will host the Mayakoba Masters of Food, Wine & Golf from June 2–5. The four-day event combines world-class golf with a rich culinary program, offering guests a carefully curated mix of tastings, live demonstrations, chef collaborations and social experiences across the resort. Golf takes center stage with a two-day tournament … Read more

Who doesn’t love a dinosaur? At select hotels across the United States, guests can experience life-size prehistoric displays and curated fossil exhibits that bring ancient history to life. These installations pair especially well with the renewed public interest in dinosaur-themed entertainment. For example, The Dino Hotel in Lakeland, near Denver, decorates its spaces with faux … Read more