Destinations

(credit: courtesy of Explore Charleston, ExploreCharleston.com) With a rich 300 year history, Charleston today is a historical treasure. The largest city in South Carolina has risen from being a major slave trading port, to a city full of tradition, hospitality and beautifully preserved architectural and historical treasures. From its preserved antebellum mansions, cobblestone streets and

(CNN) — From Mumbai’s packed commuter trains to overnight express mail trains akin to a city on wheels, and the astonishing Darjeeling & Himalayan “Toy Train,” railways are one of India’s most recognizable features. Without them, it’s unlikely the country would have developed into the economic superpower we see today. However, as the country evolves,

Snow takes on a different quality at 2,000 metres (6,500ft): it is colder, dryer and more plentiful. It is guaranteed even as the season wears on, when sunny days turn snow at lower altitudes to ice and slush. Stepping out of my ski-in/ski-out hotel in Arc 1950, part of the vast Paradiski area in the

In this article ABNB A woman talks on the phone at the Airbnb office headquarters in the SOMA district of San Francisco, California. Gabrielle Lurie | Reuters Airbnb said Monday it will offer free, temporary housing for up to 100,000 refugees fleeing Ukraine. The company will fund these stays with help from Airbnb hosts and

(credit: Shangri-La Jeddah) The iconic flagship brand of the Shangri-La Group opened its first property in Saudi Arabia, Shangri-La Jeddah. Opened in conjunction with the Kingdom’s inaugural Founding Day, the hotel is just a stone’s throw from the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Marking a dawn of a new era in the country as a luxury leisure

(CNN) — The chopper rose smoothly from Maun Airport and we hurtled ahead over Thamalakane River. I knew it was a ‘river’ only because I could see a bridge — there was nothing about the sandy ribbon of dust to suggest it had ever been touched by water. It was hard to imagine that, just

With countries the world over striving to revive their tourism industries after two years in the doldrums, nowhere looks better placed to make a strong comeback than Turkey. Britons have traditionally flocked to this peerless Aegean-Mediterranean destination in their millions (2.5 million in 2019 alone) in order to take advantage of the superb weather, some of

In this article ULVR-GB Harriet Talbot Courtesy: Harriet Talbot Millions of Americans are quitting their jobs and rethinking what they want when it comes to work and work-life balance. Companies are responding, meeting their employees’ needs in areas like remote work, flexible hours, four-day workweeks, compensation and more. This story is part of a series

Robert Frost Suite. Photo by Michael Hospelt Your introduction to Poetry Inn’s unrivaled hospitality begins with an email query prior to your stay. Are you celebrating a special occasion? Would you like assistance with dinner reservations? Will you be wine tasting, and if so, what varietal most interests you? It behooves you to be specific, because

(CNN) — Airbus just moved one step closer to launching the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft by 2035. The French aircraft maker has announced plans to test hydrogen fuel technology using a modified version of one of its A380 jetliners, which were discontinued last year. Airbus has partnered with CFM International, a joint venture between

The excellent news that Australia has re-opened to tourists, with the first flight taking off from the UK on Sunday 20 February, immediately brought back a vivid memory of my first trip there, many years ago. I was hitchhiking around Tasmania and had bumped into two girls from Sydney. We had spent the day exploring

One of the five Ukrainian Boeign 737-800 aircraft that landed yesterday at Castellon airport in the face of the political situation in Ukraine and Russia, on 15 February, 2022 in Castellon, Valencian Community, Spain. Carme Ripolles | Europa Press | Getty Images Russia’s invasion of Ukraine this week is ripping through the air travel industry,

Delaware North With fewer crowds and opportunities to ski, snowshoe, ice skate and even hike, winter is a magical time to visit Yosemite. And while there are a handful of hotels within the park, during peak travel times, including February for the annual ‘Fire Fall’ phenomenon, reservations can be tough to come by for anyone

(CNN) — For Filipinos, breakfast is more than just the morning meal. It is deeply woven into the fabric of Filipino culture and tradition. It’s the start of a day full of good food, from lunch, followed by merienda (snack) and dinner. Filipino cuisine in general draws influences from other cultures — namely Mexican and

Russia has closed its airspace to all British airlines after the UK Government banned its flag-carrier, Aeroflot, from UK territory. Last night Transport Secretary Grant Shapps tweeted: “I’ve signed restrictions prohibiting all scheduled Russian airlines from entering UK airspace or touching down on British soil. Putin’s heinous actions will not be ignored, and we will

The videos light up social media and dominate news headlines. From verbal confrontations to all-out brawls, scenes of airplane passengers behaving badly have become increasingly familiar in Covid-era travel. While “air rage” may seem to be another inevitability of living through a pandemic, some parts of the world are seeing fewer frustrations unleashed in the

Ready to start planning your Summer 2022 getaway? Japan’s Gifu, Kagawa, and Ishikawa Prefectures are must-visit, under-the-radar destinations filled with culture and luxury experiences. We’ve rounded up a list of one-of-a-kind wellness getaways, unique luxury stays, and the best cultural eats from all three prefectures. Let’s take a look. Art destinations for the design aficionado ·       Visit a real-life art island: Walk

Columbia Hillen Meeting mannequins dressed in the finest of Parisian haute couture makes for a surprising entrance to the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg – but then again, it shouldn’t – the luxury hotel being located in the heart of the city’s famous fashion district. Courtesy of the French Federation of Bespoke Tailors, the mannequins, some on glittering

Jill Weinlein La Quinta Resort & Club has partnered with Camp’d Out Tents to offer guests one of the most luxury outdoor camping experiences at Joshua Tree National Park. It’s the best desert glamping experience for those who are adventurous at heart, yet don’t have the gear. The three-day stay begins in one of the suite accommodations

Caesars Palace The first Caesars Palace off-shoot from Las Vegas brings a dash of ancient Rome to Dubai. Gambling is not on the cards (it is against the law in the UAE), but there are several other diversions, including an award-winning spa, a pristine private beach, several outdoor pools, and a restaurant by Gordon Ramsay.

Desert X AlUla On a mission to redefine the luxury hotel experience, last November trailblazing sustainable hospitality brand Habitas opened its first property in the Middle East – the architecturally stunning 96-room resort, Habitas AlUla. The ancient sandstone cliffs and palm groves of Ashar Valley Alula in northwest Saudi Arabia not only serve as a

Kelvin Trautman Antarctica is a remote, frozen continent, indifferent to humans, but very much alive to more amenable species:  Gentoo and Emperor penguins, Weddell fur seals,  Sperm, Killer and Antarctic Blue whales, and a vast assortment of bird species, including many species of Albatross and Petrel.  Though this continent remains encased in a four-kilometer-thick ice

Photos Credit: Hard Rock Hotel Cancun Known for its “rock star digs” and one-of-a-kind memorabilia paying homage to some of music’s biggest stars, Hard Rock Hotel’s portfolio of properties are a favorite of many travelers wanting luxury with a hearty side of revelry.  The Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is one of the best places to

Surrounded by nothing but turquoise lagoon which melts into sapphire blue, the Maldives luxury resort island of Anantara Kihavah and its pure white sands rise up out of the ocean like a mirage. Wishing to keep the pristine nature of the island intact, not one tree has been moved – as evidenced by the villas

The feeling is akin to the first time you see the Grand Canyon, Kruger Park, or the Great Wall of China. Prodigious peaks are covered with snow, where in summer, waterfalls careen to the depths below or in winter form icy blue glaciers. These are the Swiss Alps and a range of mountains, one more

La Concha Resort The Caribbean has long been a sought-after destination for spring break, as the region’s high season falls between November and April. The springtime in the Caribbean is a welcomed reprieve from the winter blues, as the islands’ climates enjoy hot sunny days. For U.S. travelers, it doesn’t get more seamless than a

Beaune, France (CNN) — France’s Burgundy winemakers agree on one thing: 2021 was about as catastrophic a year as any of them can remember. It was in April that disaster struck. Even as the delicate buds of their vines were burgeoning, the weather forecasts warned of a sudden and unseasonable drop in temperatures. For three

The UK Government has announced the addition of six countries to the travel red list, from noon on Friday, as concerns grow over a new Covid-19 variant detected in South Africa.  Sajid Javid, the Health Secretary, said the new variant “may be more transmissible” than the delta strain and added “the vaccines that we currently

The newest trend in holiday gifts doesn’t take up space in carry-on luggage or add weight to checked bags. It doesn’t even need to be packed. Rather than giving holidaymakers new gear for travel — electronics organizers, Yeti thermoses, yet another airplane pillow — some are giving travel itself.    A survey of more than

(CNN) — Turkey, family time and football are among the traditions that many look forward to at Thanksgiving each year. But there is one other major event that often takes center stage during the holiday: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The annual parade, celebrating its 95th march this year, has become something of a holiday