Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront has opened its doors this month in the Kingdom of Bhutan, joining Le Méridien Thimphu as the brand’s second property in the country. The new hotel brings contemporary hospitality to the Paro valley while honoring Bhutanese design traditions and the dramatic Himalayan setting. Perched on the banks of the Paro River, … Read more

Last year, visitors to New Orleans spent a record $7.05 billion, a 3.5% increase over the previous high set in 2014. The city welcomed 9.78 million visitors—also higher than 2014—and those travelers spent more per person than in prior years. The 2015 New Orleans Area Visitor Profile, conducted by the University of New Orleans Hospitality … Read more

After a quiet period following the Great Recession, corporate meetings and incentive trips have returned in force — but they look different. A major reason is the growing influence of millennials in the workplace, which has reshaped expectations for programming, format and experience. Traditional programs featuring long days in dark meeting rooms, nightly banquet dinners, … Read more

Castles by day, whisky by night — that’s the promise of the six-night “Golf and Castles, Whisky and Water” itinerary offered by Connoisseurs Scotland in partnership with Little’s Chauffeur Drive. The journey begins with two nights at the 144-room Old Course Golf Resort & Spa in St. Andrews, home to the historic links course known … Read more

Qatar Airways is expanding its presence in the United Kingdom by increasing service to Scotland in response to rising demand. From May 1, 2015 the carrier will upgrade its route between Doha’s Hamad International Airport and Edinburgh Airport from five weekly flights to a daily, direct scheduled service. The route is operated using two‑class Boeing … Read more

Ready to escape the ice and snow? Start the new year with a wellness reset at Montevalle Resort & Spa in Baja, Mexico. For early 2026, the resort has teamed up with Evolve Retreats to present two restorative programs: the Alchemy of Love Retreat and the Full Moon Women’s Retreat. © Montevalle Resort and Spa … Read more

Alaska Airlines is expanding its Portland, Ore. (PDX) hub with new daily nonstop service to three Midwest cities: Kansas City (MCI), Minneapolis–St. Paul (MSP) and Omaha (OMA). These routes begin February 18, 2016, and complement the airline’s recently announced Portland–Austin (AUS) service. To mark the launch, Alaska Airlines is offering introductory one-way fares from Portland … Read more

The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla will reopen its celebrated doors on Oct. 22 to begin its fifth and most ambitious season. The resort is introducing expanded programming across culinary, fitness and music offerings to enhance the guest experience. Settled between the pristine Barnes Bay and Meads Bay beaches, Four Seasons Resort Anguilla is … Read more

Preserving Pearl Harbor’s landmarks and honoring the memory of those who gave their lives is important for future generations. Restoring the Ford Island Control Tower is a key part of that mission. Visitors to Pearl Harbor now have a memorable way to connect with history through The Top of the Tower Tour. Opened on Memorial … Read more

American Airlines has introduced new premium amenity kits, now available this month. Developed in partnership with several luxury brands, each kit includes travel essentials such as an eye mask, earplugs, toothbrush and toothpaste, with curated skincare and accessories tailored to each cabin. This is Ground, a leather accessories brand, created the amenity kit for international … Read more