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Resources required to implement new technology platforms and maintaining customer satisfaction rank highest as challenges for the year ahead.

Following an extensive five-year restoration project, the East Wing at Buckingham Palace is available to tour for the first time ever. Beginning July 11, visitors will have the opportunity to tour the previously restricted area throughout the summer as part of the palace’s annual Summer Opening of the State Rooms. “Led by expert guides, small groups of visitors will tour a series of rooms on the East Wing’s Principal Floor, which have never been accessible to the public before,” reads a press release from the Royal Collection Trust.

When Hurricane Beryl intensified into a Category 5 storm last week, it broke records and left a trail of damage across the Caribbean. The first named hurricane of the season, Beryl is the earliest Category 5 Atlantic hurricane ever recorded, and also the first Category 4 hurricane to form in the Atlantic in the month of June — a portent of what experts say is a hurricane season that will be much more intense than usual. It was also abnormal because of where it formed, farther south and east than is typical for storms of this magnitude.

When a $104-a-night vacation rental more than doubles with an $89 cleaning fee and a $42 service fee, it’s time to ask: Is there a better way?

Smoke in the cabin. A tire blowout. A cracked windshield. No shortage of problems can affect a flight, fueling traveler anxiety and contributing to thousands of daily delays and cancellations around the world.

As savvy as seasoned advisors may be on the nuances of travel, it’s not possible for them to have their fingers on the pulse of every destination on the planet. That’s where destination management companies (DMCs) come into play, say travel sellers who capitalize on their services.

Jun 17, 2024 • 5 min read

Balancing a local voice with a global perspective is paramount across all of Conde Nast Traveler's eight global editions. And we recognize that travel is one of the most encompassing industries in the world, influenced by endemic players including hotels and cruise lines, but increasingly, by fashion, design, wellness and more. As such, we are thrilled to announce our second-ever Global Advisory Board, comprised of thought leaders and tastemakers from a range of sectors, backgrounds and countries, to help direct our global brand on the issues influencing travel and travelers right now. Consider these experts, who range from inclusivity advocates to conservation pioneers, a lens through which we will continue to shape all our coverage on travel in the coming years. Our board members will engage in editor-hosted panels on topics including wellness in travel and global travel forecasts; participate in public-facing events; and guide our teams where appropriate. Learn about the 13 members, below. You may even recognize a few names from last year.

While New Year’s Eve is seen as providing a fresh start, the holiday has taken on a different meaning to Jen Ruiz. At the beginning of 2017, this Florida lawyer turned travel blogger and expert was flying to Greece for what would be first of 12 trips that year.

The global wellness tourism industry continues to grow by leaps and bounds and is predicted to be worth around $1.4 trillion in 2027. This shows an increase of more than 100% on the market size from 2022, which stood at just over $650 billion, according to Statista.

You probably know that you need to wear sunscreen. And you probably know the effects of not doing so: Too much exposure to UV rays can hasten signs of aging, worsen skin conditions and even lead to skin cancer — not to mention leave you with a painful burn. But when and how much sunscreen should you be applying? Does it matter what kind? And what do you do if, despite your best efforts, you do get a burn? Here, skin-care and cosmetic experts share their advice for protecting your body, from head to toe.

The General States of Fitness and Wellness return to Rimini Expo with insights into the future of the market and universal access to well-being.

DDC showcases ways to capitalize connections from leveraging expert speakers to meeting sustainably in Washington, DC.

The ECOWAS Commission committed to organizing capacity-building sessions for national classification commissions and regulatory structures, establishing a harmonized tourism satellite account for member countries.

Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa appoints Verdell Ekberg as the new Director of Sales & Marketing, bringing over 30 years of luxury segment experience to enhance brand and revenue growth.

To give you a sense of clarity and comprehensiveness, this article will cover tips that can help you prevent and treat burn injuries when traveling.

It’s the not-so-glamorous side of travel that might make you squirm: Bed bugs are known to nestle into hotel mattresses, hitchhike in luggage, and burrow in fabric on public transportation head rests or seat backs. But how common is it to actually come across these pesky blood-sucking insects when you travel?

Worldwide, vacations are getting longer.

As tourists flock to Italy this summer, it may be tough to snag a reservation at one of the 146 hotels recently recognized with “Michelin Keys.”

As you might guess from the title of Eugene Levy’s latest series — “The Reluctant Traveler” — he’s a guy who’s happy to stay put.

Many affluent travelers seeking unique, intimate, local experiences while globetrotting will consult a specialist travel agent to arrange a custom itinerary off the beaten track. But sometimes, this can lead to travel agents promoting partners that provide hefty commissions rather than the most unique experience.