It may be surprising, but when Tokyo’s first true “skyscraper,” the 482-foot Kasumigaseki Building, opened in 1968 it became Japan’s tallest structure and captured national attention. Prior to its construction, the Building Standard Law limited structures to just 100 feet. © TCVB Today Tokyo is home to about 160 skyscrapers, and visitors can easily enjoy … Read more

ONCE THE FINAL MEETING WRAPS and the last contract is signed and sealed with a handshake, what’s next? Do you catch a flight home or linger to enjoy the destination? If your next business trip takes you to Italy, consider adding a few extra days to visit some of the country’s most remarkable hotspots. Make … Read more

With a sharp expansion of transatlantic services over the past year, Norwegian Air has quietly become a top choice for budget-conscious international travelers. This year the low-cost carrier is adding 11 new routes to connect its growing customer bases across Europe and North America. Starting this summer, Norwegian will operate non-stop flights from New York’s … Read more

COMO Hotels and Resorts invites adventurous travelers to discover memorable land and sea experiences at properties around the world. Land Adventures COMO Alpina Dolomites Set in Italy’s dramatic Dolomites, the brand’s newest property is a base for both summer and winter mountain adventures, from guided hikes to skiing and snowshoeing. © COMO Hotels and Resorts … Read more

For years some travelers have dismissed Singapore as overly tidy, excessively efficient and, worst of all, boring. On backpacking circuits through Southeast Asia I’ve often heard the island nation at the tip of the Malay Peninsula derisively called “Singabore.” Those judgments, however, rarely survive a real visit. Take the rooftop infinity pool at Marina Bay … Read more

FOR PASSENGERS DRAWN TO cold-water sailing—from the Arctic to Antarctica—and for travelers who prefer exploration to typical resort-style cruising, Hurtigruten is a name that stands out. Founded in 1893 to carry passengers, mail and cargo along Norway’s icy, fjord-lined coast, the company has expanded into expedition cruising as that sector surges in popularity. Nearly half … Read more

As more destinations around the world reopen to travelers, many of us are ready to return to one of our favorite pastimes: exploring new places. Over the coming weeks, join us as we say #WelcomeBacktoTravel and visit destinations deserving of a second look. Here, take a visual journey through the scenic and varied landscapes of … Read more

Name: Jason Cho Title: Vice President and Director, Marketing and Sales Company, city: Hotel Lotte Co., Ltd.; Seoul, South Korea Number of employees: About 120 globally Recent project: In June last year we opened Lotte Hotel Guam, offering 222 guestrooms to meet growing demand for quality accommodations on the island. First job: Front desk clerk, … Read more

Long before the Statue of Liberty became an emblem of America’s diversity, and long before Washington, D.C., rose as the nation’s seat of government, thirteen colonial capitals laid the foundations of what would become the United States. This year the country marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with nationwide commemorations. For travelers … Read more

Many airports prohibit ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft from operating on airport property because of existing agreements with local taxi companies. While drivers for these services sometimes enter drop-off or pick-up zones, they often do so at their own risk. Recently, however, Uber and Lyft began a one-year pilot program at Seattle-Tacoma International … Read more