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Big things are coming to award-winning theme park Silver Dollar City.

Just when it seems like the major hotel conglomerates are gobbling up every cooler small brand they can find, independent-minded travelers can take solace: Cape Cod-based Salt Hotels is expanding on its own terms.

Add one more cruise line to the growing list of brands that will offer Alaska sailings in 2026. Following brief stints sailing from New York and Los Angeles, new 2,770-passenger ship Brilliant Lady — the fourth in Virgin Voyages' fleet, set to debut in late 2025 — will offer cruises to the Last Frontier as part of its spring and summer 2026 schedule.

What could be better than an upscale dining experience where the food is complemented by impeccable service and only slightly outshined by 180-degree views of the sun setting over the ocean? Take the same restaurant, make it adults-only and put it on a cruise ship full of kids. If that sounds like an ideal date night and you like French food, then the Remy restaurant on Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy should be on your splurge list.

Oct 24, 2024 • 6 min read

It’s not an exaggeration to say that Samsonite luggage is one of the most well-known names in the travel space. So, after the brand recently dropped one of its suitcases 130,000 feet from space (a plummet which resulted in no damage to the bag), we have a feeling shoppers will be clamoring to stock up on the brand’s next-level-durable offerings. As if predicting our needs, the luggage giant is getting in the holiday spirit early this year, gifting shoppers an advanced Black Friday and Cyber Monday discount sitewide.

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If you've been to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) since the coronavirus pandemic, odds are you've been impressed with its new terminal.

A picture is worth a thousand words, but you don’t need to type any of them to search the internet these days. Boosted by artificial intelligence, software on your phone can automatically analyze objects live in your camera view or in a photo (or video) to immediately round up a list of search results. And you don’t even need the latest phone model or third-party apps; current tools for Android and iOS can do the job with a screen tap or swipe. Here’s how.

During a time when new airport lounges are constantly aiming to one-up each other—with landscaped patios and over-the-top shower suites—Delta Air Line’s newest offering sets a high bar.

It’s full steam ahead for Disney Cruise Line as it’s experiencing an exciting period of rapid growth.

For travelers who are as passionate about food as they are about exploring new destinations, planning a vacation around a Michelin-starred dining experience can be the ultimate culinary adventure. It's the perfect excuse to catch a glimpse of high-profile chefs, discover unique ingredients and taste new techniques — and doing so may even give you a better appreciation for the culture and region you are visiting.

If you enjoy a big-ship experience but prefer that your vessel's sundeck not resemble a water park, then both Holland America Line and Princess Cruises should be on your short list.

A hotel in South Lake Tahoe is making it easier to plan for an epic mountain stay with an unlimited pass during ski season. 

Luxury Bahamas resort complex Baha Mar will add a fourth hotel property in the coming years, expanding its presence on the island.

Ski season is just around the corner, and while there are amazing mountains all around the world, some are emerging as more popular with travelers than others.

Oct 16, 2024 • 8 min read

Grindelwald, the iconic mountain town a train’s ride from Interlaken in south-central Switzerland, is renowned for its breathtaking alpine views of the Eiger and other prominent peaks. The Boutique Hotel Glacier perfectly captures that beauty from your room. The entire south side of the hotel is designed to showcase the stunning views of the Eiger North Face. From the bottom-floor spa to the ground-floor restaurant, floor-to-ceiling glass walls frame the scenery, while the rooms feature glass doors that span nearly the entire wall for an uninterrupted view. While the hotel blends into the traditional alpine chalets surrounding it, its elegant, modern updates give it a unique charm. Dating back to 1864, Hotel Glacier effortlessly marries history with contemporary luxury, nestled beautifully against the mountain and local farmhouses.

Located inside the Pamukkale hot springs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Pamukkale, Türkiye, Cleopatra’s Pool a geothermal hot spring with one feature that makes it standout from every other hot spring on earth: It’s located within the ruins of an ancient temple that once might have belonged to Cleopatra.

Known for its miles of white sandy beaches, America’s Finest City has an abundance of attractions and other neat finds for anyone and everyone. No matter where you stay or what vibe you’re feeling, San Diego has visitors covered, from the beach to exploring its fun downtown to going remote in a secluded cabin. Here are the best Airbnb San Diego rentals for all types of travelers.

One of TPG's most anticipated hotel openings of the year is finally here with the arrival of Regent Santa Monica Beach, a return to the U.S. for the ultraluxury hotel brand.