Dashing, edgy, sophisticated and delightful — Melbourne has become Australia’s leading center for the arts, business, culture, education, dining and shopping. From its beginnings as a muddy settlement in 1835 to today’s capital of Victoria, the city has built a global reputation for livability. Evaluations by multiple international organizations have praised Melbourne for its stability, … Read more

Featuring an exceptional selection of Dutch genre paintings from the British Royal Collection, the new exhibition at the Mauritshuis in The Hague — titled At Home in Holland: Vermeer and his Contemporaries from the British Royal Collection — is a compelling reason to visit. The show brings together works from the Dutch Golden Age, including … Read more

Nicknamed the “Rose of the North,” Chiang Mai, Thailand is famous for its elephants, but Backyard Travel’s Chiang Mai Discovery Tour reveals much more. This three-day, two-night excursion is an ideal supplement to a Bangkok business trip, with a flexible itinerary that can be customized to suit each traveler’s preferences — from accommodation choices to … Read more

Pie-eyed and gap-jawed, I wandered through the Great Pavilion at the annual Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show, often described as the garden world’s equivalent of Paris Fashion Week. Held on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea since 1913, the event spans 23 acres and features imaginative show gardens alongside hundreds of elaborate trade … Read more

Norwegian Air will introduce nonstop Dreamliner service between Bergen (BGO), Norway, and New York (JFK) next spring. This marks the first direct connection between the two cities in decades. The weekly service will operate from May 9 through Sept. 27. Flights depart New York on Fridays at 9:00 p.m., arriving in Bergen the following day … Read more

Say aloha to the first volume in a new cookbook series from tropical lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama: Flavors of Aloha: Cooking with Tommy Bahama. Celebrating the fresh ingredients and distinctive spices of the Hawaiian Islands, this book launches a collection of cookbooks that pair culinary exploration with cultural destinations. “Tommy Bahama has established itself as … Read more

Abercrombie & Kent introduces a rare private-jet journey personally guided by Geoffrey Kent. The itinerary, Around the World With Geoffrey Kent: An Inspiring Expedition, is a limited single-departure experience running Oct. 1–24, 2017. Built around lesser-known destinations and unique encounters, the trip reflects Kent’s lifelong passion for discovery. “There is still no greater thrill for … Read more

As part of its strategy to better serve frequent travelers between Scandinavia and the United States, SAS is expanding its Copenhagen (CPH)–Boston (BOS) route to year-round, daily nonstop service. Beginning in late March 2016, SAS will become the first airline to offer a direct flight from Scandinavia to Boston. In the coming year, SAS plans … Read more

American Express and Marriott have introduced the Starwood Preferred Guest American Express Luxury Card, designed for frequent and loyal travelers seeking premium benefits and a strong sign-up bonus. Applicants who qualify and apply by Oct. 31 can earn 100,000 points after spending $5,000 within the first three months of card membership. The card also includes … Read more

As destinations worldwide gradually reopen, travelers are rediscovering the joy of exploring new places. Over the next several weeks, we’ll share destinations that invite visitors back with the hashtag #WelcomeBacktoTravel. Begin a visual journey through Colorado, a state where dramatic landscapes, outdoor adventure and vibrant communities make every visit memorable. Loveland Pass Summit rises to … Read more