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Jill Weinlein Perched on a coastal bluff above the Pacific Ocean, the elegantly designed craftsman-style Montage Laguna Beach offers 30 acres of sprawling lawns, sandy beach, and a marine sanctuary. Built in 2003, all the 258 guest rooms and suites in the five story hotel have ocean and coastal views, luxury amenities, and an outdoor

(CNN) — Stanley Tucci wants to put you straight about Italy. A land where the sun shines, the nonnas smile and every plate of spaghetti bolognese comes showered in parmesan cheese? Scratch that. “I think in America there are a lot of very specific ideas about what is ‘Italian,’ and one of the reasons I

These are unusual times, and the state of affairs can change quickly. Please check the latest guidance before travelling. Our writer visited these hotels prior to the pandemic. Parts of Somerset are becoming rather fashionable these days, with sleepy pockets such as Frome and Bruton establishing themselves as in-vogue retreats for well-heeled city-dwellers in search

A flush consumer spending could carry some key stocks to new heights, two traders say. U.S. personal spending in 2021 is expected to grow at its fastest rate in over five years, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey released Monday. The rush could boost consumer discretionary stocks including Chipotle Mexican Grill,

Virgin Hotels Announces 2021 Openings in Las Vegas, New Orleans, and New York City   LuxuryTravel/Hotels Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson, has announced plans to open three new hotels in 2021. This spring, the first opening is Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, followed by Virgin Hotels New Orleans

(CNN) — Like many countries around the world, Denmark is desperate to reopen the parts of its economy frozen by the pandemic. The kingdom of under six million people has become one of the most efficient vaccination distributors in Europe and aims to have offered its whole population a jab by June. But before that

If I had been writing this at any time while I was an editor of Brides magazine, it would have been a breeze. I could have told you the latest hotspots without a care in the world. After all, that’s the beauty of being in the honeymoon and weddings industry – it’s joyful and carefree.

A Spirit Airlines jet comes in for a landing at McCarran International Airport on May 25, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller | Getty Images Spirit Airlines is planning to start training new pilots and flight attendants as early as next month as the budget carrier positions itself for a travel rebound after the

Feb. 12th, 2021 For the vast majority of travel-industry executives, the global pandemic was detrimental to their businesses and forced sweeping changes to their daily operations. But for James Henderson, CEO of the private-travel club Exclusive Resorts, business is booming. “Overall, we’re seeing higher levels of demand than we’ve seen for quite some time,” says

(CNN) — When the mayor of a sleepy Italian town announced it was selling houses that people can move into for less than the price of a used car, he thought he might get one or two offers. “We were flooded with requests,” Gianfilippo Mignogna tells CNN. “Many people sent us touching letters of why

Nothing beats whisking a loved one away to a cosy retreat in the mountains, whether it’s for a surprise proposal, because let’s face it nothing beats snow-dusted peaks as a backdrop, or simply a romantic couples getaway or ski honeymoon.  But don’t panic if you’re pining for the pistes this Valentine’s Day while international travel

A United Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft lands at San Francisco International Airport on March 13, 2019 in Burlingame, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images United Airlines returned the Boeing 737 Max to service on Thursday, the second U.S. carrier to bring back the plane after two deadly crashes prompted a worldwide grounding in

Viceroy Hotels and Resorts For those in search of a quick winter getaway, ski resorts across the country are open and most are fully operating. This comes as great news to jet-setting ski buffs, as lifts in France and Italy have yet to open and Switzerland has banned entry to most countries. An even greater

(CNN) — Though parties and travel may be discouraged in much of the world right now as Covid-19 casts a shadow over Lunar New Year for the second year in a row, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways we can still mark the occasion. Lunar New Year falls on February 12 this year as we

Holidays on home soil are likely to be the first we can take this year. Alas, travelling around Britain isn’t always cheap. But there are ways you can keep the cost down. You can legally wild camp in Scotland and Dartmoor, or stay in a mountain bothy for free (when covid rules allow; mountainbothies.org.uk). And

United Airlines believes you may someday take a small electric aircraft to get to the airport.  The airline is joining other investors backing Archer, a start-up developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. If Archer can get its eVTOL certified by the Federal Aviation Administration, it expects to deliver the first aircraft in 2024. “It’s

All Images Credit Cruise Whitsundays Sleeping with the Fishes sounds like a line from the Sopranos and surely not something that any of us would want to personally experience.  However, in this case, it is something completely different and refers to a once in a lifetime chance to sleep under the sea surrounded by Australia’s greatest

Editor’s Note — (CNN) — What first springs to mind when you think of Italy? For some, it’ll be the Renaissance art on display in every corner of the country. For others, it’ll be ancient Rome — the magnificent Colosseum, maybe. But for many, it’ll be another big, round and eminently photogenic Italian icon: a

From a James Bond Jamaica hideaway to a village retreat in Cambodia and a Riviera grande dame, here’s our pick of the top world-class, bucket-list hotels for 2021. GoldenEye Oracabessa, Jamaica 7 Telegraph expert rating Music, movies, literature – what cultural pedigree this Jamaican hideaway has! The GoldenEye villa was the home first of Ian

Changes are coming to travel amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Transportation Security Administration says it will now issue fines to travelers who failed to wear a mask while in transit. The fines could be as large as $1,500. That development could pave the way for a safer travel environment and entice hesitant consumers to begin

(credit: The Residences at Secret Bay) Within the gated confines of Secret Bay, Dominica’s all-villa rainforest resort lies The Residences at Secret Bay, a limited luxury collection of fully-appointed, sustainable residences. The renowned resort, a member of Relais & Châteaux, announced the completion of its first phase of new Hillside Ti-Fèy Villas and launched its

(CNN) — Take a passing glance at Dubai, and you may think life is back to normal. In recent weeks, the bustling city has been a sparkling attraction for tourists, especially from Europe, trying to escape the brutal winter and strict coronavirus lockdowns. But as tens of thousands of visitors flocked there during its peak

JetBlue new Mint suites for their Airbus A321LRs. Courtesy: JetBlue JetBlue Airways on Monday revealed the first major redesign of its Mint seats since the premium cabin’s 2014 debut, featuring private suites that it hopes will win over trans-Atlantic customers from rivals. The New York-based airline is planning to debut the new cabins on its

The Peninsula Hong Kong The Year of the Ox begins on February 12, an exciting time for many around the world as it carries the promise of peace, prosperity, health, and happiness. From the exhilarating city of Hong Kong to Bali’s sacred temples, this trio of specially designed stays and experiences feature standout details, including

(CNN) — A South Korean farming community has reinvented itself by transforming into an attraction perfect for the Instagram era. Banwol Island, off the western coast of central South Korea, has become known as “the purple island” after painting the roofs of some 400 buildings a lovely shade of lilac. In addition, there are fields

These are unusual times, and the state of affairs can change quickly. Please check the latest travel guidance before making your journey. Note that our writers visited pre-pandemic. A hotel stay for two is, in its very nature, romantic. A weekend away from normality can often present endless opportunities for amour. It’s not just about

Pete Buttigieg speaks at the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation nomination hearings to examine his expected nomination to be Secretary of Transportation in Washington. Ken Cedeno | Reuters The U.S. Senate on Tuesday confirmed Pete Buttigieg as Transportation secretary, handing the former presidential candidate a wide array of challenges — from President Joe Biden‘s environmental

Adelina Wong Ettelson, Global Head of Residences Marketing Adelina Wong Ettelson is the Global Head of Residences Marketing for the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, a subsidiary of Jardine Matheson. Adelina has been instrumental in establishing the brand as a sought-after hotel partner for luxury residential developers globally. She has successfully launched branded residential properties in

(CNN) — With over 350,000 followers on his luxury yacht-focused Instagram account, Denis Suka is already something of an influential figure in the yachting world. But after posting about incredible vessels for nearly three years, the man behind the @theyachtmogul account is turning his hand to yacht design. The social media influencer has teamed up

More insider guides for planning a trip to Sydney 48 hours Hotels Attractions Restaurants Bars Beaches These are unusual times, and the state of affairs can change quickly. Please check the latest travel guidance before making your journey. Note that our writer visited pre-pandemic. Sydney’s multicultural society is reflected in its diverse range of cuisines