The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has opened its first luxury hotel in India: The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. Situated on Residency Road in the heart of downtown Bangalore, the hotel comprises 277 guestrooms whose design draws inspiration from local culture—featuring Jaali lattice patterns and white pointed archways that evoke the Mughal era and echoes of the Taj Mahal. … Read more

Part of the award-winning Maverick Aviation Group, Maverick Helicopters has expanded from the southwestern United States to Hawai’i, now offering three distinctive aerial experiences out of Kahului Heliport. Guests enjoy VIP service and a high-altitude panorama of Maui’s most spectacular sights aboard quiet, comfortable ECO-Star helicopters. The Maui Dream tour is a 60–70 minute full-island … Read more

On the Ground: Because my flight departed late, I skipped the usual Manhattan-to-JFK rush and avoided the stress of heavy traffic. Check-in for Saga Club was quick — only a few people were in line. Having checked in online, I simply dropped off my suitcase at the counter and it was handled efficiently. From there … Read more

Brazil has introduced a new visa waiver policy for travelers from the United States and several other countries, a change that has already driven a notable rise in international arrivals. The measure aims to simplify travel, boost tourism revenue and create jobs across regions that depend on visitors. Travel data show a strong uptick from … Read more

Located near Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey, Göbekli Tepe is widely regarded by archaeologists and researchers as one of the oldest known temple complexes in the world. Its monumental stone pillars and carved reliefs have transformed our understanding of prehistoric ritual life and social organization, making it essential viewing for anyone fascinated by archaeology and early … Read more

Name: Rick Smith Title: Owner, Rick Smith Golf Academy Company, city: Treetops Resort; Gaylord, Mich. Number of employees: 400 Recent project: Several projects are underway in China. First job: Teaching professionally at Toledo Country Club in 1979 Little-known fact about you: I hold the record for the PGA’s playing ability test. Your Business Essential business … Read more

British Airways and ClassPass have partnered to help Americans keep their New Year’s resolutions for 2017. ClassPass, the subscription service that provides access to a large network of boutique fitness studios and gyms, is rolling out offers designed for travelers who also want to stay fit while on the road. A British Airways–commissioned survey found … Read more

A little more than a month after christening its first ship, Viking Ocean Cruises marked another major construction milestone for its second vessel. The 930-passenger Viking Sea was floated out of Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard earlier this month, a key step that signals the ship has entered the final phase of construction. Viking Sea is scheduled … Read more

Virtuoso, the global network of luxury travel agencies, has expanded its Hotels & Resorts program, adding 95 new properties in 2015 and growing the portfolio to more than 1,100 hotels across 100 countries. The program provides exclusive benefits—available only through a Virtuoso travel advisor—worth up to $450 per stay. Below are five key trends Virtuoso … Read more

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman has announced a new partnership with ESPA and 111Skin, bringing an expanded wellness program to its 20,000-square-foot spa. The collaboration introduces holistic treatments and curated experiences designed to support guests’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. “We are excited to unveil this new spa concept and to welcome esteemed partners like ESPA … Read more