The co-pilot of Germanwings Flight 9525 deliberately crashed the aircraft into the French Alps, officials announced at a Thursday morning press conference. Marseille prosecutor Brice Robin said the co-pilot, 28-year-old German national Andreas Lubitz, “wanted to destroy the aircraft.” According to authorities, Lubitz prevented the captain from re-entering the cockpit after a bathroom break and … Read more

For gearheads of a certain age (please don’t call us old-timers), there’s a question to savor: which racetrack is the greatest in the world? Memories come back easily. We remember favorite televised races, afternoons in the bleachers as V8 engines screamed by in a blue haze, and the rare, unforgettable moments behind the wheel on … Read more

The Omni Grove Park Inn in North Carolina invites travelers to experience genuine Southern hospitality and the vivid scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a range of unique seasonal offerings. Following a recent renovation, the 513-room resort is presenting several family-friendly fall add-ons, including whitewater rafting on the French Broad River, scenic drives along … Read more

For a clear sign of Saint Vincent’s passion for cricket, look no further than the location of the island’s cricket ground. With limited flat land available, the community prioritized sports and travel when allocating a valuable stretch of open space at Arnos Vale on the south coast. An airport was built there to serve the … Read more

This summer, Brooklyn-based glamping company Terra Glamping brings luxury camping to Long Island’s East End. Glamping on the East End opens Memorial Day at a spacious site overlooking Gardiners Bay in East Hampton’s Cedar Point County Park and will run through October. “The blend of outdoor adventure and modern luxury that glamping provides is a … Read more

Bankrate, a consumer financial services company, recently published the results of a survey on attitudes toward money and identity theft. Despite high-profile data breaches in recent years, the survey finds that Americans report feeling less fearful about identity theft than they did previously. According to the survey, 54 percent of respondents say they worry about … Read more

InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah has opened in South Jakarta, positioned in the upscale Pondok Indah neighborhood known for luxury residences, international schools and close access to shopping, business centers, Soekarno–Hatta International Airport and nearby golf courses. The hotel features more than 300 guest rooms and suites and extensive event facilities designed to accommodate a range … Read more

PHOTO: © DAVID FLUECK THE BASICS Name: David Flueck Title: Senior Vice President, Global Loyalty Company, city: Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International; Bethesda, Maryland First job: Working in the kitchen making pizzas at a family Italian restaurant in Boulder, Colorado Where to next: I’m heading to Miami and to Colorado for skiing. I just returned from … Read more

Join us as we celebrate the travel industry leaders who go above and beyond. For the third consecutive year, FXExpress Publications, Inc. presents its Industry Leader Awards — a curated recognition of the most outstanding professionals shaping the travel industry. These honorees represent leadership, innovation and dedication across aviation, hospitality, cruise, airports, sustainability and diversity. … Read more

The Norwegian expedition cruise line Hurtigruten is introducing a new class of ships that use advanced hybrid technology to lower fuel consumption and emissions. This move is part of the company’s broader strategy to reduce the environmental footprint of polar travel and move toward fully electric operation in Arctic and Antarctic waters. By adopting a … Read more