A recent report from the U.S. Travel Association outlines last year’s travel patterns and offers projections for the industry’s near future. One notable prediction is a shift toward ground travel over air travel. Growing airport security lines and a rising number of travelers missing flights have prompted many Americans planning vacations to choose cars or … Read more

Constructed between 1950 and 1952 on New York City’s Park Avenue, the 22-story Lever House was designed by Gordon Bunshaft and Natalie de Blois of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in the International Style, a hallmark of mid-20th-century modernism. Originally built as the headquarters for Lever Brothers, a Unilever subsidiary, the building introduced a sleek, glass-and-steel … Read more

A wonderful spot to unwind under the Catalan sun is the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona. Its Mimosa Garden fills the air with delicate, Spanish fragrances, creating a peaceful setting. For sweeping city views, head to Terrat on the rooftop, newly furnished by designer Patricia Urquiola, where you can admire Gaudí landmarks like La Sagrada Familia and … Read more

Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean from the Hotel Shangri-La’s rooftop provided an ideal setting for Global Traveler’s second annual Leisure Travel Awards celebration. Built in 1939 at the close of the Art Deco era, the hotel is a standout example of Santa Monica’s Streamline Moderne architecture. A recent $30 million renovation preserved the building’s … Read more

Known for its annual riot of cherry blossoms each spring, Traverse City, Mich., stays green and blooming throughout the summer. Explore the Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park, where the farmland of a former 19th-century mental hospital has been transformed into a series of expanding healing gardens. Highlights include a walled garden filled with Michigan … Read more

Themed weeks and weekend retreats at The Oaks at Ojai in California continue through fall and into winter, offering curated experiences for wellness, movement, and creative exploration. Located amid the scenic Ojai Valley, The Oaks presents a season of carefully designed programs that combine expert-led classes, outdoor adventure, and opportunities for reflection and connection. Early … Read more

Technavio’s latest global wellness tourism market report forecasts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10 percent for the industry through 2021. One of the report’s key findings is that growing recognition of mental health issues is a major driver of the wellness tourism market. The analysis highlights stress, fear, anxiety, depression and insomnia as … Read more

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba has completed a full refresh of its guestrooms and suites and introduced new guest experiences for 2023. All 320 guestrooms and suites, as well as the public corridors, now feature island-inspired, contemporary designs that reflect the resort’s prime Palm Beach location. The updated color palette blends beiges, blues and greens to evoke … Read more

Embrace the warm breezes and turquoise waters of St. Barts with these exclusive hotel offers available this year. Discover a range of seasonal promotions—from complimentary breakfasts and resort credits to free nights and special vehicle rentals—perfect for romantic getaways, family vacations, or celebratory escapes. Cheval Blanc © St. Barts Tourism Cheval Blanc Book between July … Read more

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