One minute we were barreling down the straight at 180 mph; the next, our bodies were pummeled by lateral g-forces as we careened around a tight corner. We did this over and over again as we screeched through the 3.8-mile Las Vegas Grand Prix track, the street circuit that runs counterclockwise on the Las Vegas Strip. When I slid out of the car, less than three minutes later, my heart had leaped out of my body, my legs were jelly, and I couldn’t stop grinning.
For a Formula 1 fan like me, the chance to take a lap on a race track in a supercar with a professional driver—in my case, Mick Schumacher, who was the reserve driver for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team at the time—is likely among the highest order of experiences. And thanks to Pirelli’s Hot Laps program, which it runs at select events, fans are allowed the opportunity of a lifetime—the closest thing to a real track experience they’ll ever get.
A Hot Lap isn’t your average F1 experience, but as the sport rings in its 75th anniversary, fan activations on race weekends can range from simulator setups around the city to themed dinners at top restaurants to pit-lane walks and garage visits (for those who can cough up the cash for it). Experiences like these only compound the pleasure of being an on-ground spectator with tens of thousands of fellow fans. “It’s interesting, because if you’re watching the race from the stands, you just see the cars zoom past, and then the race is over,” says Peggy Roe, executive vice president and chief customer officer at Marriott International. “But all these different pockets of experiences make it about the entire weekend, even beyond the track.”
A race weekend in Monaco will always top the bucket list for a F1 fan—for its storied history, high-octane glamour, and distinctive street circuit.
Ritz-Carlton, a Marriott brand, has been the official hotel partner of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team since 2019. Over the years, this collaboration has allowed loyalty program Marriott Bonvoy to offer transformative experiences for fans on the ground. In 2024 alone, Marriott Bonvoy offered 300 F1 experience packages that included access to the team’s penthouse in Monaco for qualifying sessions, a five-night stay at the W Amsterdam, and an hour-long meet-and-greet with Lewis Hamilton—attracting a total of 14,175 bids from loyalty members. “Which other sport allows you the kind of access the way F1 does?” says Roe.
And fans are responding, planning travels around races in destinations near and far. In 2024, over 6.5 million fans attended 24 Grand Prix around the world, making it the biggest year yet for motorsport, according to recent F1 findings. “We’ve seen [an approximately] 50% growth in bookings in the space of
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Budget airlines are often quick to pull the plug on routes that aren't drawing enough customers to fill planes and make money — and that's certainly the case with Avelo Airlines' latest network cuts. The Houston-based ultra-low-cost carrier on Thursday confirmed that it is trimming three routes from its schedule next month: two that the airline only just started flying late last fall and another that hasn't even launched yet.
It's a season of savings amid the spring break travel season. Alaska Airlines recently launched the 'You're Going Places' fare sale, with one-way deals from $49. Best of all, travelers can also redeem Alaska Air Mileage Plan frequent flyer miles for the one-way deals on select flights as low as 4,500 miles. From the Seattle, WA (SEA) hub, the airline has discounted fares from $49 to Walla Walla, WA (ALW), and fares from $79 to Bozeman, MT (BZN), San Francisco, CA (SFO), Oakland, CA (OAK), Reno, NV (RNO).
From Egyptian jewellery to 15th century armour to medieval illuminated manuscripts, old masters and exceptional contemporary design - Tefaf, Europe's principal fine arts fair, really has something for everyone.
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It's a season of savings for travelers looking to explore international destinations. Delta Air Lines recently published hundreds of discounted flights in its Premium Cabin Deals section, which includes offers both in its SkyMiles frequent flyer program redemptions, as well as for traditional cash payment. Best of all, the travel period extends from April through May 2025, making it perfect for travelers seeking a last-minute spring break or early summer vacation. For travelers looking to experience the new Delta One Lounge and first-class experience from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the airline has fares from 230,000 miles + $376 to London (LHR) for travel between April 25, 2025 and May 1, 2025. From New York's John F.
To properly get up close and personal with America’s public lands, which cover roughly 840 million acres, you’ve got to pitch a tent, unroll your sleeping bag, and camp. Whether you’re looking for the high desert mesas of Zion National Park or hoping to backpack across California’s Sierra Nevada, there’s a hearty list of gear you’ll need to stay cozy and comfy in the great outdoors.
Dreaming of rocking out at a summer music festival without breaking the bank? In the coming weeks, Marriott Bonvoy members will have a chance to snag tickets to three top festivals in California, London and Paris for just 1 Marriott point.
Back in my teenage years, my sweet grandmother gifted me her dear friend Laura’s jewelry case—embroidered in bright, baby pink with Laura’s written across it—a truly from-the-heart gift. While I still occasionally use it, when I do, it is purely out of sentimentality. Given its simple, vintage design of only two large zipper compartments, there’s a serious lack of structure and organization. The truth is, the pouch is far from the sleek designs available today: like most travel accessories, travel jewelry cases and pouches have come a long way since dear Laura’s—and have evolved into stylish and conveniently compartmentalized keepers to pack our most cherished pieces.