Martinique is turning up the volume this summer as the Reggae Therapy Festival returns to Fort de France for its fourth edition on July 11 and 12, 2026. Set in the open-air Stade Louis Achille this two day celebration of music and culture is ready to welcome thousands of visitors … Read more
Question: What do I (and possibly you) have in common with such luminaries as the Dalai Lama, Bob Dylan and the Prince and Princess of Wales? Answer: We’ve been white-hatted in Canada’s traditionally Western-style cowboy city of Calgary (www.visitcalgary.com). A bit of translation – With my right hand raised, I … Read more
Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes is turning up the heat. The legendary Riviera address has announced that a Beefbar brand will open on property in June 2026, adding serious culinary star power to one of France’s most glamorous strips of sand. For travelers who time their getaways around the next … Read more
In a Caribbean travel landscape crowded with “eco” buzzwords, HADCO Experiences stands out for doing the work on the ground. This Trinidad and Tobago based destination management company isn’t just building boutique eco-lodges; it’s building an evidence-based model for regenerative tourism that’s rooted in science, local culture and long-term conservation. … Read more
In June 2016, Bordeaux’s striking wine museum and cultural center, La Cité du Vin, opened its doors on the banks of the Garonne. Ten years on, more than 3.5 million visitors from around the globe have come to explore the civilizations, cultures, and stories of wine that unfold inside this … Read more
As a family, we’ve made a habit of choosing experiences over routine when we decide to leave the country. For us, travel isn’t run of the mill, it’s a lifestyle. And now that our children are adults, we approach it with a different lens. We seek destinations rich in culture … Read more
Cape Town is about to become the epicenter of Africa’s travel conversation. From April 13–15, 2026 hosting WTM Africa 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). With just two weeks to go, the call is out for travel professionals, buyers, creators, and tourism insiders to register before … Read more
Dreaming of a tropical escape with powder-soft sand, turquoise water, and unforgettable sunsets? Boracay Island in the Philippines delivers all of that and more. Welcome to Boracay Island Boracay is a picture-perfect island in the central Philippines, about an hour’s flight south of Manila via Caticlan Airport. Only a little … Read more
In 2026, luxury travel is defined by discernment rather than excess. Travelers are moving away from bustling itineraries and toward experiences shaped by intention, rhythm, and meaning. Mindful travel is no longer about retreating from the world, but engaging with it more deliberately—choosing places that restore clarity, honor ritual, and … Read more
If your screen time is up and your energy is down, you’re not alone. With global worry and stress at decade highs, most online time is leaving people feeling more lonely than connected; it’s no surprise that “quietcations” are the travel trend to watch for 2026. Think fewer notifications, more … Read more
When the cherry blossoms begin to stir Kyoto’s ancient streets this spring, a new chapter in the city’s luxury hospitality story will unfold in Gion. On March 5, 2026, Imperial Hotel, Kyoto will debut as a 55-room boutique hotel within the restored Yasaka Kaikan—a 1936 landmark. Blending heritage architecture with … Read more
Almost immediately after driving from England across the border of Wales, the landscape seemed different – land plots were larger, hillscapes more sloped and inhabitants fewer. “We don’t suffer from over tourism. Here, you can always be alone,” a local shared of his birthplace, of which one third is designated … Read more
As 2025 winds down, New Jersey’s dining scene is preparing to usher in the new year with style, flavor, and a full spectrum of celebrations. From chef-driven tasting menus and refined prix fixe dinners to lively countdown parties with open bars, live music, and family-friendly festivities, restaurants across the Garden … Read more
A guide to last-minute holidays from the UK If you’ve booked the perfect extended Fall/Winter stay in the UK, at some point you may be looking at one or more quick getaways to sunnier climes. You’ll be happy you did especially when the UK weather gets grey and rainy. Despite … Read more
Art isn’t just in the museums of Paris or galleries of New York anymore. Now, it’s alive in neighborhoods you might not even have considered. Whether you’re a culture-seeker or a creative traveler who loves exploration, these emerging destinations offer a perfect blend of aesthetic inspiration and authentic local charm. … Read more