Dallas travel tips

Fairmont Dallas welcomes Chef Adam Reson as Executive Chef, bringing his unique blend of local Texan flavors and international culinary experiences to elevate the dining scene.

I'll be honest: American Airlines hasn't been my go-to airline since a last-minute flight cancellation left me stranded overnight in Colombia in 2021 with little help from customer service.

On a recent trip to Dallas, I knew I couldn't leave the Lone Star State without trying some classic Texas barbecue.

After scoring tickets to see Madonna at American Airlines Center last month, my two friends and I decided to spend a long weekend in Dallas – a city none of us had visited since before the pandemic and one that we were eager to get back to after learning it has the largest contiguous arts district in the country and the most buildings designed by Pritzker Architecture Award winners.

I tried two of the most famous barbecue joints in Texas and one came out on top.

If you want to get a real feel for Fairmont Dallas, just walk into the elegant lobby, where you’re likely to be greeted by Bondi, the hotel’s Chief Happiness Officer. Paid in treats and lots of love, the eight month old rescue dog recently joined the staff and is already doing what Fairmont is best known for: turning moments into memories.

It’s hard to believe JW Marriott Dallas Arts District hasn’t even been open for a year yet. Standing proudly and welcoming in the middle of the country’s largest urban arts district, the five star hotel fits in seamlessly and feels like it’s been a beloved part of the community forever.

Theoretically, there is only one way to near-guarantee a clear sight of the totally eclipsed sun—have a window seat on the lucky side of a plane that's 30,000 feet up with the path of totality.

In July 2026, the FIFA World Cup is coming to North America, with games played in Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The World Cup is held every four years and is one of the largest, if not the largest, sporting events in the world. Sixteen cities will host the 48 teams. But where the biggest game will take place, the final, won’t officially be announced until February 4.

New York and Jersey are going to host the biggest match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament – the final. But the other cities in the running are are getting solid consolation prizes.

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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) has solidified a multi-year partnership with the Dallas Cowboys to tap into the U.S. Southwest market. The collaboration aims to reach Dallas Cowboys fans across the United States. The Hon. I. Chester Cooper, The Bahamas’ Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, along with Ministry of Tourism Director General Latia Duncombe and other executives, were in attendance at the Dallas Cowboys versus Detroit Lions game on 30 December, to kick off the partnership and celebrate Jimmy Johnson’s induction into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor.

The company has released an update to its estimated budget at its Dallas-Addison home basing campus project.

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will turn 50 in January 2024, and it's marking the milestone with a year-long celebration that will include special events, activities and surprises.

Dallas, Texas, beckons visitors with a compelling blend of cultural richness and modern allure. The city’s vibrant cultural scene boasts world-class museums such as the Dallas Museum of Art and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. History comes alive at Dealey Plaza, forever etched in memory as the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, and the Sixth Floor Museum provides a poignant exploration of that pivotal moment. Dallas also offers an array of sports experiences, from cheering on the Dallas Cowboys to catching a game with the Mavericks or the Texas Rangers. The city’s shopping districts, including NorthPark Center and the Galleria Dallas, cater to diverse tastes, and its culinary landscape ranges from authentic Tex-Mex and barbecue joints to upscale dining in trendy neighborhoods like the Bishop Arts District.

Airbnb launched its Host Clubs in 2016, in part to help with local campaigns against regulatory clampdowns. Now, it is seeking to expand these clubs.

Good morning, readers. I was off the clock when this broke Monday night, but among the latest short-term rental alliances to sue a big city is one in Dallas. 

Everything is bigger in Texas, including American Airlines' network.

Turning Seattle into an international gateway hub seems to have been a failed experiment for American Airlines.

The Dallas area has topped national rankings for hotel development for more than a year as the Texas capital enjoys a hotel building boom.

Sean Donohue, the CEO of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, has seen his airport make a significant rebound from the pandemic, becoming the world’s No. 2 in terms of passenger count.