Low-cost airline Breeze Airways is adding several new non-stop routes for the spring, including flying out of San Diego for the first time.
21.12.2023 - 18:15 / forbes.com
For many travel companies, this is truly the season of giving—giving back. This year, several hotels and companies are stepping up their charitable efforts, offering unique initiatives that not only enhance the guest experience but also contribute positively to the lives of those in need.
Here are some of the best companies that are truly making a difference.
NH Collection New York Madison Avenue is making its mark in the U.S. with the Hotels with a Heart program. This initiative collaborates with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to provide free accommodations to families of children undergoing medical treatments. With a commitment extending through 2024, this program highlights the dedication of over 20,000 NH employees worldwide, who act as ambassadors, ensuring these families have a memorable stay. Additionally, the sale of hand-blown red glass heart ornaments, with all proceeds going to St. Jude, is a heart-warming holiday gesture.
Ocean Casino Resort is embracing the holiday spirit with festive activities and decorations. Their Season of Giving initiative supports over 20 non-profit businesses in the Atlantic City area. The resort's team members are dedicating time, resources, and monetary assistance to various causes including food insecurity, homelessness, youth support, and health and wellness, continuing their commitment to community engagement throughout the holiday season.
Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, is dedicating a month-long event to spreading warmth and kindness. In collaboration with the Children’s National Hospital, the hotel’s festive decorations, conceptualized by designer Tom Kehoe, are inspired by the patients at Children’s National. It’s a heartfelt gesture to bring joy to children and their families during challenging times.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa is hosting a holiday event to support Rainbow Kitchen, a local hub for food security. Guests can enjoy an enchanting experience with festive lighting, a miniature Christmas train and village, and holiday treats. The hotel provides tap-to-donate stations and sells 'Believe' bell ornaments, with proceeds supporting Rainbow Kitchen’s efforts to provide free meals and facilitate food sharing for those in need. This initiative offers guests a magical holiday experience while contributing to a vital community cause.
A partnership between Beaches Resorts and The Elf on the Shelf is bringing festive cheer to the Caribbean and giving families a way to engage in meaningful philanthropy while enjoying their holiday. By participating in the V.I.E. (Very Important Scout Elf) program, guests at Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos are contributing to the Sandals Foundation’s effort to distribute toys to children across the
Low-cost airline Breeze Airways is adding several new non-stop routes for the spring, including flying out of San Diego for the first time.
Some airlines have begun issuing waivers in anticipation of what is expected to be a major snowstorm in the Northeast United States this weekend.
Following Friday’s incident aboard an Alaska Airlines flight—in which part of a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet’s wall blew out in mid-air, rapidly depressurizing the cabin and requiring an emergency landing—the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an emergency airworthiness directive (EAD).
Escaping the cold does not have to be as time-consuming or expensive as it may seem. There are plenty of flights from the East Coast to warm-weather destinations plus new hotels and resorts to discover. Short flights from NYC to somewhere warm are especially easy given the three major hubs in the area. Here are some of the top hot spots you can reach for a short weekend getaway or a longer journey to somewhere entertaining.
Ratings that reflect progress across the country to pass 16 important traffic safety laws and countermeasures to combat dangerous driving have been announced.
Sometimes traveling with your family or young children in tow requires a different set of needs from your hotel. For example, if staying on budget is important, you may value free parking more than room service. And on the other hand, if you're looking to splurge on spa or babysitting services, you'll find yourself looking for accommodations with those amenities instead.
It's the question rail enthusiasts have posed for years: When might U.S. train travel start to more closely resemble that of Europe and Asia?
With airport security lanes getting clogged in the U.S., UK and elsewhere, the Department of Homeland Security is slated to begin a series of tests of self-screening lanes at several airports, with Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas the first on tap in January.
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Few traditions are as cherished and timeless as the annual performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker by the New York City Ballet, which will be performing through December 31, 2023. This beloved production has become an integral part of the holiday festivities, attracting over 100,000 spectators annually.
Walking inside the sustainable, wellness-minded 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, the outdoors and indoors appear to seamlessly merge, thanks to stellar views of the hotel’s namesake bridge hovering over the East River, lower Manhattan and neighboring DUMBO; alongside calming interiors, earthy neutrals, reclaimed woods, plenty of natural light and native leafy greens (which seemingly pop in every nook and cranny).
While many reports this time of year are focused on looking at what lies ahead, Skyscanner is taking a different approach.The global travel marketplace has crunched its voluminous booking data from the past 12 months to provide an insider's review of the “Year in Travel” for 2023. All of the Skyscanner number crunching resulted in insights surrounding the most popular travel destinations of the past year among U.S. travelers, cheapest flights, biggest hotel bargains, and even the most budget-friendly car rental destinations. Let’s start with the most popular travel destinations, shall we?Drumroll please….Sin City aka Las Vegas, Nevada nabbed the top spot in the hearts of American travelers in 2023, attracting more visitors than any other location.“From visiting one of the many world-famous casinos or checking out world-renowned restaurants and shops on the Las Vegas strip, US travelers loved to visit and feel the vibes of Sin City,” says the Skyscanner report. Coming in second place among Americans was the eternal favorite, London.