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This small ship cruise company takes just 200 guests to the remote Arctic

Atlas Ocean Voyages‘ 2026 Arctic season will feature six and seven-night expeditions and include pre-cruise hotel stays for the first time. Onboard World Voyager and World Navigator, the season will also discover new ports exploring the remote Skjoldungen Island in Greenland, the heart of Icelandic culture in Stykkishólmur, and “miniature Norway” from Senja, the island of adventure. […]

Swan Hellenic reveals 10 Maris gourmet cruises with Michelin chefs

Cultural expedition cruise pioneer Swan Hellenic has just unveiled its 2025 Maris gourmet cruises aboard the elegant designer ships SH Diana and SH Vega. Each of these exclusive Maris voyages showcases the outstanding creativity of one of the world-famous chefs in the gourmet organization JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs – all rising stars under 40 who have already won international accolades, including from Michelin.   10 curated culinary cruises […]

Arizona’s first Grand Hyatt is opening this October

With a phased full property renovation under way, Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch expects to unveil its highly anticipated $115 million property-wide renovation and rebrand to Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort in early October 2024, marking the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Arizona. Guests can choose from various room types to suit […]

This overnight train in Southeast Asia is home to a Dior spa

Following its much-anticipated return to the rails in February 2024, the Eastern & Oriental Express, A Belmond Train, Southeast Asia is proud to announce a long-term partnership with the House of Dior to create the Dior Spa Eastern & Oriental Express. Available starting from July 22, 2024, this will be Dior’s first ever spa in the region. The train invites […]

New report highlights the changing face of luxury travel in Asia Pacific

As the Asia Pacific region continues to be the growth engine for luxury travel, a new comprehensive report from the Luxury Group by Marriott International has identified new expectations and travel preferences among high-net-worth (HNW) travellers in Asia Pacific. Across the region, 68 per cent are planning to spend more on travel over the next 12 months […]

How to make the most of a 24-hour stopover in Lisbon

Lisbon, the vibrant capital of Portugal, is perfect for a 24-hour stopover with TAP Air Portugal.  With its historic sites and delectable cuisine, there are so many possibilities to make the most of your short stay. For those with only a short time to explore Portugal’s charming capital, here’s a guide to enjoying your day […]

A look inside the luxury rail car that connects South Central Vietnam

The Vietage by Anantara recently added a second railway carriage, which will operate a daily return journey between Nha Trang and Quy Nhon. Building on the resounding success of the existing carriage, which runs every day between Da Nang and Quy Nhon, the new custom-designed addition will connect the renowned coastal city of Nha Trang […]

Two new Hyatt hotels are opening in New Orleans

Hyatt is expanding its brand presence in New Orleans with Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans), which have joined the Hyatt portfolio as affiliated hotels. The hotels are expected to join Hyatt’s Independent Collection of brands and participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program this year. The two […]

One&Only Kéa Island, Greece is now welcoming guests

One&Only opens their second Greek resort, One&Only Kéa Island, bringing the wonders of the Aegean to life. Set on an untapped island, just a 45-minute speedboat ride from Athens, the resort celebrates authentic Mediterranean living, surrounded by untouched landscapes, deep blue seas, secluded beaches, and charming villages. The launch of One&Only Kéa Island follows the successful […]