Blue Diamond Resorts is now offering complimentary roundtrip airport transfers for guests who book directly from the brand’s hotels’ websites. The complimentary transfer is for those booking three- and four-night stays. The…
Expedition lines get creative between the polesThe number of polar expedition ships continues to grow, but they can't just sail to Antarctica and the Arctic. Here's how the…
Expedition lines get creative between the polesThe number of polar expedition ships continues to grow, but they can’t just sail to Antarctica and the Arctic. Here’s how the…
Why an over-the-top waterpark might be coming to a resort near youSplashy, fun, bold waterpark upgrades can benefit a resort in more ways than one. We talk about the trend with JW Marriott…
Why an over-the-top waterpark might be coming to a resort near youSplashy, fun, bold waterpark upgrades can benefit a resort in more ways than one. We talk about the trend with JW…
An unusual Four Seasons backstory
Hotel development typically follows a straightforward business narrative: The owner, often a real estate investment group, shops for a brand that makes sense for the location and property attributes. A deal is…
Having a great time getting to know the Explora I
ABOARD THE EXPLORA I — If you’ve ever had a first date go better than expected, that’s how I feel about my cruise on the new Explora I. The Explora I’s lobby….
Cunard Line’s first new ship in over a decade is taking shape
MARGHERA, Italy — The Queen Anne, Cunard Line’s newest ship and its first since the Queen Elizabeth in 2010, is finally taking shape. On Thursday, executives proudly led media and a handful…
Pleasant Holidays now offers Atlas expedition cruises
Pleasant Holidays and luxury sister brand Journese have partnered with Atlas Ocean Voyages to offer guests small-ship expedition cruises. Atlas Ocean Voyages’ ships accommodate just under 200 passengers, taking them on expeditions…
Gliding along Aspen’s scenic cross-country trails
I lived in Aspen, Colo., for many years, so when I return I know exactly where to head in order to find true charm. It’s 12 miles and a century away, up…
Tasting the perfect mai taiFrom Kauai’s Napali Coast to Oahu’s Waikiki, a sampling of Hawaii’s signature cocktail shows the perfect mix might just be the…
Tasting the perfect mai taiFrom Kauai’s Napali Coast to Oahu’s Waikiki, a sampling of Hawaii’s signature cocktail shows the perfect mix might just be the…
Uniworld will charter two former Crystal river ships
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will charter two ships from Riverside Luxury Cruises for sailings in Europe. Uniworld will charter the Riverside Bach and Riverside Mahler under three-year agreements, with Uniworld hiring its…