Canadian airline launches non-stop flight to Dubai
Air Canada’s inaugural flight departed from Vancouver on Oct. 28 and has arrived in Dubai, linking Western Canada with the Middle East. In Dubai in cooperation with Air Canada’s codeshare and frequent flyer partner Emirates, a multitude of destinations across the Middle East, Indian subcontinent and East Africa are available. With convenient departures from DubaiInternational (DXB), Air Canada’s new flights
Five new hotels to explore in the Cayman Islands
Now that the Cayman Islands has been reopened for tourism for a year, the destination is seeing strong recovery numbers, and with that comes a suite of new hotel openings. Here are five hotels we’re excited about for 2024/2025. VIDA Ocean Adventure Lodge The first upcoming opening is VIDA Ocean Adventure Lodge, “quite a unique lower-density footprint property” set to
10 reasons to explore Germany in 2024
As the host of UEFA EURO 2024, next summer will be an exciting time to visit Germany. Ten cities are set to host 51 matches kicking off in Munich on June 14 and ending in Berlin on July 14. Along with taking in the soccer action and the stadium energy, here’s a look at what visitors can experience during a
Our guide to exploring the best of Rome by day and night
With a history spanning 2,775 years, Rome is loaded with impressive ancient architecture seemingly around every corner. While the sights continue to lure in international visitors, Italy’s capital city is also known for its vibrant food scene, culture and nightlife. “The Eternal City is just that – eternal and timeless in its appeal, as it continues to exude more than
This massive hotel in Barbados is set on a former castle
Wyndham Grand, the hotel brand known for its upscale accommodations and approachable designs, is now taking reservations for its newest resort, the inviting 422-room all-inclusive Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort & Spa. The secluded, ocean-front hotel marks Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ entrance into Barbados and will begin welcoming its first guests beginning October 12 with select amenities, followed
Adults-only paradise opens in the heart of Tulum’s jungle
Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club, part of World of Hyatt, is now open. The 300-suite and private villa adults-only resort’s opening marks the expansion of the Inclusive Collection’s presence in Mexico to 44 total resorts and the twelfth Secrets Resort & Spa branded property in the country. Perfectly situated in the heart of downtown Tulum, just minutes from the beach
Stunning hotel opens inside a palace on island of Madeira
The Reserve is an exclusive luxury hotel concept set within the renowned Savoy Palace in Madeira, Portugal. At The Reserve, every detail is carefully curated to create a truly exceptional stay. From the moment their booking is confirmed at this premier hideaway, they are connected with their own GEPA (The Reserve’s acronym for Guest Experience Personal Assistant), via email and
Get up close with wildlife on any of these exciting Africa trips
Africal Travel Inc., a luxury safari outfitter has launched a new 2024 brochure offering authentic wildlife and cultural encounters across 16 destinations in Africa from Cape Town to Cairo and their newest destination, Morocco. With their continued sustainable travel efforts, African Travel Inc. is now incorporating a conscious travel experience across all of their itineraries from their newest journeys to the
This week-long trip in a Rolls Royce through Napa Valley is a must for foodies
Luxury car aficionados and culinary enthusiasts are invited this fall to experience one of North America’s food and wine capitals during a week-long driving journey through Napa Valley. Announced earlier this year, the complete Four Seasons Drive Experience through Napa Valley itinerary from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4, 2023 is now available to book. Celebrating the romance of road travel, guests
Riding the rails with Rocky Mountaineer
“Quick! Look out the window,” called my seatmate, Pam. “What was it?” I asked, simultaneously getting up from my heated, plush leather reclining chair, which was quickly proving to be a necessary add-on feature to this journey. Despite being the end of July, the temperature outside this morning was winning against all of the clothes I’d brought from Toronto. “I
A new Hyatt hotel is opening in Panama next year
Hyatt Regency Panama City will be the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Panama City and the third Hyatt hotel in Panama. Perfectly situated for business and leisure travellers, the hotel will be in the heart of Panama City’s business district, less than 10 miles from Tocumen International Airport, near the Multiplaza shopping mall and the new Amador Convention Center. About
Get on board this 15-night luxury rail trip through the Arctic Circle
For 2024, Up Norway, the leading curator of sustainable luxury travel experiences in Norway, will be offering a northern extension to its Arctic Circle Express Train Journey with stops in Lofoten and then on to Narvik. The 15-night rail centric experience begins in Oslo, the vibrant heart of Norway where a bustling metropolitan atmosphere meets pioneering art, architecture, and design.
