Emirates and Flydubai have announced a comprehensive partnership that includes an expansive codeshare agreement as well as coordinated flight schedules and alignment of their frequent flyer programs. According to Emirates, the agreement “goes beyond code-sharing and includes integrated network collaboration with coordinated scheduling.” The airlines emphasized that, despite the close cooperation, both carriers will remain … Read more

Marriott International will introduce its independent luxury hotel brand, the Autograph Collection, to the United Kingdom this spring with two new properties: Threadneedles in London and The Glasshouse in Edinburgh, Scotland. Threadneedles, the Square Mile’s original luxury boutique hotel, offers 74 guestrooms and sits in London’s financial district close to the Bank of England and … Read more

Garden: Exploring the Horticultural World Gardens—from botanical institutions and formal parks to bonsai collections, rose gardens and seasonal flower shows—reveal local plant life and cultural traditions around the globe. Garden: Exploring the Horticultural World guides you through some of the most significant horticultural sites, featuring vibrant full-page photography in a collectible coffee-table volume from Phaidon. … Read more

The Viceroy Hotel Group has announced its expansion into the Middle East with the opening of its first Dubai property, the Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah. Slated to open in 2017, the hotel will be situated on the iconic Palm Jumeirah island, roughly a 15-minute drive from Dubai’s downtown and within easy reach of Dubai Marina … Read more

For many business travelers, Thailand’s vibrant capital is the ultimate destination. Once famous for street food and tuk-tuks, Bangkok has grown into a modern, dynamic metropolis that remains welcoming and easy for foreigners to navigate. It’s no surprise it’s often called the “City of Smiles.” Although the majority of residents practice Buddhism, Bangkok is religiously … Read more

Most airlines currently charge passengers based on cabin class and any additional services or amenities requested. However, recent developments indicate a shift toward dynamic seat pricing that adjusts fares according to a traveler’s history, habits and trip purpose. Data from PROS, a revenue management software provider, shows several airlines experimenting with dynamic pricing on their … Read more

Contribute as little as one dollar to help ensure future generations can witness sea turtles thriving in their natural habitats. The Billion Baby Turtles Campaign is a worldwide effort to halt and reverse the decline of endangered sea turtles. Launched by SEE Turtles, the campaign’s immediate target is to raise $50,000 to protect 50,000 hatchlings … Read more

The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas now offers an elevated experience for guests who value refined men’s fashion. Created in partnership with renowned menswear house Ermenegildo Zegna, the hotel’s Suit Yourself package pairs a luxury stay with a personalized shopping experience at the nearby Zegna boutique in Highland Park Village. Central to this premium package is a $500 … Read more

Cathay Pacific flight attendants have raised concerns about the airline’s recent decision to add more seats to some aircraft, saying the new layout has made in-flight service slower and more difficult. The change, introduced in April on a number of Cathay’s Boeing 777 aircraft, increases economy seating from nine across to 10 across. To fit … Read more

The new 6×6 Tourism Impact Plan, introduced by the Egyptian Minister of Tourism, aims to revive Egypt’s tourism industry by targeting six strategic priorities designed to restore the sector’s economic significance and global appeal. These six priorities focus on: building partnerships with international tourism markets to expand Egypt’s reach; collaborating with airlines, including EgyptAir, to … Read more