Summer road trips don’t get much better than exploring the American West. One unforgettable option is the Beartooth Loop, a scenic circuit that begins and ends in historic Cody, Wyoming. From Cody, the drive rolls across sweeping grasslands and past Heart Mountain along Wyoming Highway 120 before linking with the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway (Wyoming … Read more

One by one, local men stroll into The Crane Bar, just across the River Corrib from Galway’s lively Latin Quarter. They settle into corners of the small pub as if meeting after a long workday, though many come for the music as much as the pint. Each musician pulls out an instrument and begins to … Read more

Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria has opened this month in Houston, Texas, becoming the ninth Hyatt-branded hotel in the metropolitan area. Adjacent to The Galleria—the state’s largest shopping center—the new property offers 325 well-appointed guestrooms, including 20 suites, designed to serve both business and leisure travelers with comfort and contemporary style. Guestroom design takes inspiration from … Read more

Originally opened in 1926 as a safe haven for women travelers, Hotel Figueroa in downtown Los Angeles honors the city’s layered past while offering modern comforts. After a two-year, $30 million renovation, the Spanish Colonial–style property has been thoughtfully restored and updated, with the refreshed hotel scheduled to reopen in late fall. The 268-room, Mediterranean-inspired … Read more

Cape Cod’s charming Chatham Bars Inn invites home gardeners and culinary enthusiasts to sharpen their skills at hands-on farm workshops held on its eight-acre farm in nearby Brewster this spring and summer. Led by the inn’s farm manager, Joshua Schiff, the series covers garden design, seasonal production, soil biology and year-round harvesting techniques tailored to … Read more

Four Seasons has announced plans to open a new luxury hotel in Vietnam’s capital. The Four Seasons Hotel Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake will be the brand’s second property in the country, joining the existing Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An. This new location is intended to bring the signature Four Seasons … Read more

It’s all about flow at historic Greenwood Gardens in Short Hills, New Jersey—especially the tumbling water that cascades down seven restored tiers of the garden’s Cascade fountain. Considered a rare and notable example of an Italianate Baroque-style fountain in the United States, the design draws inspiration from a 1620s water feature by Baroque architect Carlo … Read more

Radiant elegance defines the newly opened Corinthia Brussels, a shining addition to the Corinthia Hotels collection. Housed in the former Grand Hotel Astoria and restored in Belle Époque style, the hotel offers 126 rooms and suites, a variety of dining concepts and a peaceful subterranean spa complex. © Corinthia Hotels “The reopening of Corinthia Brussels … Read more

©British Airways On the Ground: I’ll admit that no matter how many times I fly first class, I still get a small smile when I check in. At JFK, British Airways made even that moment feel premium. First- and business-class passengers have a dedicated check-in desk and access to a 24-hour concierge. I arrived early … Read more

UNIWORLD is synonymous with all-inclusive luxury river cruising, especially on Europe’s great waterways. The Uniworld Boutique River Collection, a fleet of more than a dozen intimate ships, excels at providing a high-end, meticulously curated experience. While fares are premium, the inclusions are generous: gratuities are covered, shipwide Wi‑Fi is provided, and most beverages are included. … Read more