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The proper way to arrive at Porto Zante Villas & Spa on the Greek island of Zakynthos is by yacht. Not just because that’s probably the best way to get to any island, or the fact that this resort in the green, hilly Ionian chain in the country’s western stretch recently installed landing piers for this purpose. Skipping the road in from the airport allows you to also skip the sight of the pubs clustered around Zakynthos town that appeal to the young British vacationers who have used this island as a party island for decades. Over on the island’s east coast in a secluded setting, Porte Zante lives in a totally different world: intimate, cossetting and very, very private.

Longer vacations are trending within the travel industry, not only offering your clients unforgettable getaways to their dream destinations, but also presenting you with an opportunity to increase your commissions. In response to increasing consumer demand for longer vacations, AmaWaterways has introduced a collection of specially curated 14-night Grand River Cruises. 

As a flock of noisy jet skiers circle the Statue of Liberty on a warm October evening, Matthew Rhys looks out at the horizon. “There’s a Welsh word, hiraeth, which is loosely translated to ‘a longing for home,’" he says. “But it's something slightly more than that. It's a longing for something that can never be again.”

Disney movies can act as the perfect inspiration for family travel, highlighting lesser-known destinations as a possible location for the next trip — Colombia in the Oscar-winning Encanto, for example, and the South Pacific in Moana. With the studio marking its 100th anniversary this October, there are new ways to get inspired. Start with Disney100: The Exhibition, running at ExCeL London from 13 October 2023 and celebrating the centenary through 10 interactive galleries of memorabilia. It gives the whole family a chance to revisit their favourite Disney flicks — and, through them, some of the real-life destinations that inspired their beloved storylines. 

“We’re growing a small business and learning as we go,” said Claire Bowen as she arranged bushels of sweet and charmingly imperfect organic apples on a late-September afternoon. “We hope to cultivate connections between local farms and local tables.”

The independently owned, private retreat Ifuru Island Maldives — a new luxury private sanctuary in the Maldives — opened on September 23, 2023.

Spanning from the remote northern reaches of Nunavut to the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, the American landmass is home to a spectacular array of native flora and fauna—and all of that abundant biodiversity has given rise to a wealth of incredible drinking and dining destinations all throughout its boundaries. Whether you’re seeking fresh seafood, complex cocktails, or refined nikkei-style dishes, each of the following Marriott properties showcase the culinary splendor of their surroundings, with no shortage of high-end amenities to enjoy along the way.

A burger and fries by the beach in San Diego, California. (Photo Credit: sophia_ross/iStock Editorial/Getty Images Plus)

It's officially fall and that means travelers have plenty of shoulder season deals to choose from.

Nestled on Sentosa Island, a popular resort destination located off Singapore's southern coast, Capella Singapore is the perfect place to retreat from the big city bustle. Covering 30-acres of lush rainforest that look out onto the South China Sea, this luxurious hotel provides an idyllic escape to rest and recharge. Here are 4 reasons to book a weekend at Capella Singapore.

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is thrilled to announce that the ‘Roof Walk’ experience is back. Ferrari fans and adventure-seekers young and old will get to share that Ferrari feeling on top of the world’s iconic red roof, whilst taking in spectacular vista views of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

The U.S. Virgin Islands will charge Royal Caribbean Group ships that dock in St. Thomas or St. Croix a new per-passenger fee in order to fund port improvements.