Low-cost Avelo Airlines is adding a trio of new routes from Connecticut this summer to the Midwest and the South.
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Thanks in large part to the 2022 World Cup, Qatar’s capital city continues to rise higher in the collective imagination of global travelers and in the sky itself, with the opening of new luxury hotel towers. The editors of Forbes Travel Guide have named Doha’s best hotels—based on the stays of its incognito inspectors—including several Five-Star properties such as Raffles Doha as well as the Four Seasons Doha and Mandarin Oriental Doha.
Would-be Charles Darwins will soon have new expedition yacht for adventures when the andBeyond Galapagos Explorer launches in June. The conservation-focused luxury travel company’s new vessel is 125 feet long and can accommodate 12 guests and two expert guides. When not surveying the natural wonders of the Galapagos, guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor dining areas and a sun deck with a palatial hot tub.
Looking for travel wisdom from people who’ve seen it all? Skyscanner, an online travel agency, recently launched the Everything Agency, which offers personalized recommendations from five travelers who have been to every country in the world. These nomadic experts can provide tips on destinations, airlines, hotels, deals—even street food.
One of the most beautiful destinations will soon be easier to visit. Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is expected to open in July with improvements that will eventually be able to serve 6 million passengers annually. Until then, the Amalfi coast is available by train, with the nearest airport nearly 40 miles away.
March is the annual Hong Kong Arts Month, including Art Basel Hong Kong and other exhibitions and cultural fairs. Here’s an insider’s guide to Hong Kong Arts Month—from where to stay to what to see to how to unwind.
Low-cost Avelo Airlines is adding a trio of new routes from Connecticut this summer to the Midwest and the South.
Alaska Airlines just launched an unusual new subscription service that is going to require a $5-per-month payment to get early access to Alaska fare sales and a bit more. The Seattle-based airline is calling it "Alaska Access" and is saying it gives advanced alerts to some of its biggest sales of the year.
Alaska Airlines is launching a paid subscription service this month offering discounts on Wi-Fi and first dibs on sales.
India could well be the breeding ground for lifestyle hotels.
Egypt is a land of ancient wonders and incredible culture, and it’s quickly becoming a popular destination for travelers of all kinds — check out new developments, quick figures and some important information on traveling to Egypt this year.
As Earth Day draws near, it's time to reflect on the beauty and diversity of our planet's ecosystems. For those with both a serious case of wanderlust and a passion for the environment, there's no better way to celebrate than by immersing yourself in the natural world. Here’s a selection of 4 of the best destinations that offer not just a getaway, but a chance to engage with wildlife and contribute to conservation efforts.
The travel industry considers the months following the peak winter and summer periods as “shoulder season.” (If you think of high season as the head, the months on either side are the shoulders. Just go with the metaphor.) And it has long been considered among the best times to get away as crowds are thinner and the rates are lower. From Macchu Pichu to Morocco, here are seven great destinations for shoulder season.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Karen Edwards, who blogs about her family's life abroad. The following has been edited for length and clarity.
Every year, Hyatt breaks our little hearts when it announces what hotels are changing award categories because it means that some of our favorite properties will cost more World of Hyatt points. (In Hyatt's defense, some properties go down, too.)
The joy of train travel is often about the journey – unless you're at these revamped rail stations, where the destination is the prize.
For those looking for a wild adventure on their next vacation, the editors of Forbes Travel Guide have rounded up some of the best lodges where guests can enjoy exotic animals in their natural habitats. From Tanzania to Texas, here are 14 luxury wildlife hotels featuring giraffes and jaguars—and a Noah’s ark of creatures.
You don’t need to wait until St. Patrick’s Day to test your luck. We’ve rounded up the best points and miles travel deals this month to help you plan travel for March and beyond. There are promotions for bonus points, credit card discounts, experiences you can score by bidding with points—and even some free activities, if you find yourself in the right place at the right time.