While 2023 has already ushered in plenty of hot new debuts, there’s still more to come...
While some Maldives properties are based on man-made islands, Six Senses Kanuhura (the brand’s second Maldivian property) is all natural, with one of the prettiest beaches in the Maldives and two white-sand private islands. In true Maldives style, the 91 villas are divided into overwater and beach categories, and in true Six Senses style, sustainability is a focus, with onsite water bottling plant and organic garden. Rates from $970.
Owned and operated by andBeyond, Punakha River Lodge is set on the the Mo Chu River, with views of the Himalayas, in the Punakha Valley. The lodge has six tented suites; a one-bedroom villa with its own plunge pool/hot tub; and a two-bedroom villa with a private pool. The spiritual site, Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten, is located nearby. Rates from $890.
Eight years in the making, the 14-key IZZA is a rew riad hotel is made up of seven interconnecting riads within Marrakech’s Medina. Not only is the property charming, but it’s also home to a $6.3 million art collection, featuring over 300 pieces of art ranging from contemporary Moroccan artwork to physical NFTs. Rates from 2,175 Moroccan Dirhams/$218.
There’s been several big Paris openings in the last few years (including the recent La Fantaisie, which opened in the cool Faubourg Montmartre neighborhood); however, Le Grand Mazarin Le Marais is certain to make a splash with 61 rooms, a dedicated cabaret, and an indoor swimming pool (a rarity in Paris). Rates from €690.
The Peninsula London is certain to be one of the most exciting openings in the British capital this year. Located in Belgravia, right by Hyde Park, the new 190-room property is well-dressed with sophisticated interiors and Chef Claude Bosi overseeing the culinary offering. Rates from £1,300.
The historic Edwardian Raffles London at The OWO is another major opening in London and will have 121 rooms; nine restaurants (three of which under star chef Mauro Colagreco); three bars; a Guerlain spa; and plenty of history. One more for the brand’s portfolio is Raffles Boston, the group’s first American property, which is scheduled for mid-Oct in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. Raffles London at The OWO rates from £1,100.
Set in Marienplatz Square across two historic buildings, the modern and fresh Rosewood Munich will have 132 keys, with the top offering being the five signature Houses. At 2,690 square feet, König Maximilian I is the largest of the Houses, and arguably the most glamorous with courtyard terrace and fireplace. Rates from €700.
Will Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum finally fully open this autumn? Who can say? One arrival we can count on: the new Waldorf Astoria
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It’s no secret that the return in air travel following the pandemic has been turbulent. But despite the challenges, including a return to prepandemic passenger volumes this year, an unrelenting pilot and air traffic controller shortage, and high numbers of delays and cancellations, overall passenger satisfaction has improved somewhat, according to a new study released by J.D. Power this week.
Pride parties in the summer, Broadway shows in the fall, holiday magic in the winter, cherry blossoms galore in the spring…there’s never a bad time to visit New York City.
An annual customer satisfaction survey conducted by data analytics firm J.D. Power revealed on Wednesday the best and worst airports in North America for 2023. And, despite ongoing industry problems surrounding pilot and air traffic control shortages, severe weather, and terminal crowds, overall satisfaction actually increased this year.
A slice European, a pinch cosmopolitan New York and fully its own quirky, unique self, Montréal is Canada’s artsiest, coolest city, worth spending days and days exploring.
Striking American landscapes, quirky antique stores, fabulous hikes and some of the best bakeries you’ll ever find. Welcome to New York State! From one end to the other, the Empire State is crammed with outdoor adventures, cool art, great food and friendly people.
Hotels are always opening across the U.S. as hospitality giants such as Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt expand their footprint and charming new boutiques pop up.
The winning photos of the 2023 Siena Creative Photo Awards celebrating artistic photography have been released by the renowned Siena Awards festival of visual arts. and they are a remarkable recognition to visionary artists using photographic processes and images.
When planning a city break, modern travelers consider a range of pros and cons. Are the hotels up to standard? Where are the tastiest places to eat? And what exactly is there to do in the city?
England’s Heritage Open Days run from 8 to 17 September encompassing more than 5,000 volunteer-run events, tours and openings, all of which are free. For this year’s festival, Sound Leisure, which has been manufacturing classic jukeboxes since 1978, will be offering tours of its Leeds factory and showroom, with the chance to meet the team who hand-build these retro wonders. 14 September, 10am, booking required
Of all the art exhibits NYC has to offer, some of the best come not from the permanent collections of storied establishments but instead, the temporary shows at museums, galleries, and other more unconventional spaces. As summer comes to its inevitable close, several new shows are opening around the city—some celebrating great masters, others with an eye for the contemporary and/or the unsung. Plus, some of summer's tentpoles—Africa Fashion at the Brooklyn Museum, for example—will run all the way into October, so if you haven't made your way to them yet, there's still time. Of the myriad options, we've rounded up some of the best to hit now or in the coming weeks—we're certain you'll find something to your liking.