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You may not want to just laze by your hotel’s beach. You can learn all about what’s in that water, and more; a glorious, innovative kind of ‘Summer School’ as you travel the world — right at your lodgings.
What you learn and do — right where you stay — has become more creative than ever. So if experiential activities appeal to you and your family, check for offerings before you book.
The following examples can encourage you to find ones that most fit your interests, wherever you plan to go. Happy travels, and happy learning!
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33 Seaport Hotel New Yorkcreates experiential events for their guests that immerse them in the area. For example, they have an existing partnership with Farmer Nick, a “plantrepreneur,” passionate about all things green.
As a full-time plant coach, urban gardener, and landscape designer, Nick’s mission is to leave the earth greener than when he found it - giving people the knowledge and confidence to create their own green spaces in the pursuit of environmental action and social justice. And he teaches gardening and tablescape classes each season at the hotel.
New this year, 33 Seaport will be partnering with the Manhattan Yacht Club to create three-day sailing workshops in the iconic New York City Harbor (just a few blocks from the hotel), which the hotel will pair with oyster shucking classes held in the hotel’s new locally-influenced restaurant, Urban Cove Society & Kitchen.
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This year is the fiftieth anniversary of the independence of Grenada, making it an ideal time to visit Mount Cinnamon Resort & Club, an authentic Caribbean boutique hotel with 36 hillside suites and villas above Grand Anse Beach.
Unlike your standard Caribbean resort kids’ club, Mount Cinnamon’s offers a variety of lessons, including football and cricket lessons from staff at the resort who used to play for local Grenadian teams.
Other options include chocolate truffle-making for kids and garden “pick and taste” lessons.
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There are 50 different dive sites conveniently located within an hour’s boat ride from Mirihi Island Resort in the Maldives. Diving is a major attraction at this all-villa resort, offering manta rays, whale sharks and some of the world’s most beautiful coral, which the resort is doing its part to protect.
Mirihi initiated a coral propagation project in 2020 that has had a positive impact so far. In-house Marine Biologist, Lynn Jula Kessler, has installed a rope nursery method, resulting in over 800 coral fragments being transplanted for regrowth.
And for those who want to take diving lessons, Mirihi has an Ocean Pro team to teach beginners or help more experienced divers get to the next level.
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The 327-room Waikiki Malia, in the heart of Waikiki is an 18-story hotel just one
You've probably heard of gay cruises and wondered how they differ from "traditional" cruises. Are they open to straight people? Is it all about partying? What about the hook-up element?
In 2000, Starbucks and Marriott signed a long-term licensing agreement to open Starbucks locations in select hotels across the U.S. and Canada. Now, the two brands are launching a new partnership that will let travelers earn more Starbucks Stars and Marriott Bonvoy points.
Every year, it seems like the rush to sign my kids up for summer camp begins earlier and earlier. For some of the more competitive programs, enrollment can begin as early as January or even November/December of the previous year.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett arrived in New York City to participate in a series of events and activities for the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week celebrations from June 16 to June 21. While in the USA, Minister Bartlett and senior tourism officials will embark on a strong multi-city marketing blitz that will also take them to Chicago and Dallas.
When it comes to protecting the skin, instead of preaching, I share a travel story with those who object to a healthy slathering of sunscreen. About 20 years ago, I took a semester off from college to work at a resort in the South Pacific. Upon arriving, I met my new coworkers and one of them stood out for all the wrong reasons. He had the worst sunburn I have ever seen, and while my expression did the talking for me, he replied: “Well, it was pouring rain all day so I thought I’d be fine.”
Terminal 4 at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will soon be home to the trifecta of credit card-branded airport lounges.
From "revenge travel" to the "sold-out summer," there's been no shortage of nicknames for the travel craze that has spanned multiple summers.
Airline pilots, who are responsible for hundreds of lives daily, dedicate years of training and studying to earn their seats in the cockpit.
Summer is here, and it’s vacation time for many families looking to get away from the grind. Points and miles can help make sure your next trip doesn’t drain your budget by putting your airline loyalty accounts, hotel memberships, and credit cards to work for you. It's a good month for travel deals—to encourage business, many companies offer seasonal promotions rewarding repeat purchases or loyalty. Below, the deals and perks you need to know about to kick off summer with a bang.
I've always loved traveling by train. So, instead of flying just under three hours from New York City to Miami for a reporting trip, I booked a 30-hour Amtrak journey — the longest train ride I've ever taken.
Calypso music followed us down a winding resort path, emanating from speakers strategically hidden in the tropical landscaping. Our rum runners — mostly rum — were ice cold, a much-needed welcome drink as we adjusted to the humidity of Jamaica.
Spirit Airlines continues to aggressively slash unprofitable routes as the airline scrambles to stop losing money.