Bike lanes are designed to protect cyclists by providing a dedicated space separate from motor traffic. However, many bike lanes are marked only with a thin white line, which can be difficult for drivers to notice amid visual clutter and especially hard to see at night. Poland has introduced an innovative solution: glow-in-the-dark bike lanes … Read more
The first ship for Viking Ocean Cruises returned to Bergen, Norway, amid citywide festivities for Norwegian Constitution Day, marking a major milestone for the travel industry’s first wholly new cruise line in ten years. “We believe the arrival of Viking Star signals a new era in destination-focused cruising, and I could not be more proud … Read more
Golden Rock Resort is an upscale, contemporary lifestyle property that opened in 2021 on the remote Dutch Caribbean island of Sint Eustatius. Compared with many other Caribbean destinations, Sint Eustatius—often called Statia—is not a mass-tourism hotspot, attracting visitors who seek hiking trails, world-class dive sites and small, intimate museums. © Golden Rock Resort … Read more
If you’ve ever sprinted between airport gates and wished you could ride instead of run, Micro Kickboard’s Luggage Reloaded offers a clever solution. This TSA-compliant roll-aboard includes a built-in kickboard so your suitcase doubles as a compact personal vehicle for short trips through terminals. The design is practical and straightforward: when you need to ride, … Read more
Qantas is expanding the availability of digital boarding passes, with Heathrow Airport among the latest locations to receive the service. Having first introduced digital boarding passes on domestic routes and then on Trans‑Tasman flights between Australia and New Zealand in May 2017, the airline is now rolling the feature out progressively across its international network. … Read more
This isn’t like Africa at all. In a verdant suburb of Durban, we drive beneath arching trees that cast dappled green light. Large homes peek out behind high walls and hedges, evoking images of Beverly Hills or New England’s affluent enclaves. Only the vervet monkeys bouncing through the treetops remind you where you are. When … Read more
AMONG EUROPE’S CAPITALS, Madrid stands out in the 21st century as a welcoming destination for the LGBTQ+ community, reflecting both Spain’s deep history and its progressive approach to LGBTQ+ rights. “In recent years, Madrid has become a preferred destination for the LGBTQ community,” says Manuel Santiago Mellado, who leads LGBTQ+ tourism initiatives for Madrid Destino, … Read more
In 15 B.C., Roman soldiers—demonstrating a keen eye for strategic locations—established a customs post and tax collection station on the scenic hillside now known as Lindenhof in Zürich’s Old Town. Today the quiet, tree-shaded park invites locals and visitors to relax beneath linden trees and enjoy sweeping views of the historic quarter. Once the site … Read more
The 240-acre estate that comprises The Dorchester Collection’s Coworth Park Hotel and Spa sits adjacent to Windsor Great Park, just over a half-hour drive from London. Set in the village of Sunningdale and close to the world-famous Ascot racecourse, the property features an outstanding equestrian center offering riding lessons and activities for beginners and experienced … Read more
Trying to travel more sustainably? If your next trip takes you to the tropics, consider Saint Lucia’s Calabash Cove Resort and Spa, where seasonal vegetarian and vegan options are now featured on the menu. The resort has eliminated plastic water bottles and offers guests a choice of still or sparkling water served from glass bottles. … Read more