Germany’s foreign minister Heiko Maas summed it up in April when he said that this year’s summer would be very different compared to previous years due to Covid-19. “This summer will not be a normal holiday season with full beach bars and mountain huts. That would be irresponsible.” The tourism … Read more
As New York City claimed the unwanted title of epicenter for the COVID-19 crisis, Governor Andrew Cuomo called for private and public sectors to come together to alleviate supply constraints by providing complimentary housing for medical personnel. Luxury New York hotels stepped up with the Four Seasons on East 57th … Read more
Cabin Fever? WanderLust? Main Street Pops has a temporary fix that will take us away from it all while still self-isolating safely within our abodes – at least for a little while. Since various levels of social distancing and travel limitations will continue for some time, this online festival will … Read more
Let’s face it, social distancing is tough. But for all of us who suffer from acute wanderlust, not being able to travel is tougher. Thankfully, destinations are desperate to get our attention now as we think about planning future trips. The result? An abundance of virtual travel options. Explore cities … Read more
Flights are canceled. Cruise ships are docked. Borders have closed. Nothing’s happening in Vegas. Last call happened days ago. Even Disney’s magic has ceased. As an unprecedented pandemic stretches across the globe, life as we know it has temporarily come to a halt. As a lifelong traveler who continuously looks … Read more
New York City’s NoMad (“North of Madison Square Park”) neighborhood welcomed two beloved Marilyns in February. First, HGU New York Hotel is hosting “The Red Party,” a pop-up exhibition of Bert Stern’s limited-edition photographs of Marilyn Monroe, displayed in the hotel’s public spaces through April 13. Presented through an exclusive … Read more
Long before Frozen’s Elsa of Arendelle warmed her way into our hearts with her icy architectural skills, the Hôtel de Glace (Ice Hotel) had been imagining a frozen wonderland in Québec, Canada. This year marks the hotel’s 20th anniversary as the only ice hotel in North America and they’re honoring … Read more
When the TWA Hotel at New York’s JFK International Airport opened last year, it reinvented the concept of the American airport hotel. Created from architect Eero Saarinen’s former Trans World Airlines terminal, the mid-century modern masterpiece has made the hotel a destination in itself. And this destination is one for … Read more
Pack your favorite flapper look, shine your Charleston-dancing shoes and get ready to sip some bootlegger booze when the style of the 1920s and ’30s descends on Napier, New Zealand. From February 19-23, more than 40,000 lovers of Art Deco architecture, vintage cars and Great Gatsby glamour will head to … Read more
Your feather headdress will be quite the conversation starter when passing through airport security this February. And you’ll be the envy of every TSA agent when they learn you are headed to one of the Caribbean’s biggest street parties. Carnival in Trinidad is celebrated on the Monday and Tuesday before … Read more
A warm ocean breeze will make any dish more delicious. From February 19-23, one of America’s favorite gourmet festivals returns to South Beach, for five days of culinary events, parties, tastings and appearances by world-renowned celebrity chefs. The South Beach Wine & Food Festival hosts more than 100 events throughout … Read more
You want a five-star resort experience, but your partner favors the intimacy of a B & B to the unfamiliarity of a big hotel. No need to call a couple’s counselor! The Squire has you covered. Now you don’t need to sacrifice privacy for luxury when staying at these three … Read more
Now is the time to make good on those new year resolutions. You want to travel more; be adventurous; live a more spontaneous life. How would you like to embark on “A Blind Date with the World™?” Don’t worry, that relationship will be unforgettable and built to last… for at … Read more
One billion viewers, from all over the world, will be watching the live telecast of New Year’s Eve in New York City’s Times Square. And as the Waterford Crystal ball descends to welcome a new decade, one million penned-in people will have braved frigid temperatures for the chance to see … Read more
Three U.S. chefs will be showing off their French gourmet training at the International Pâté en Croûte Competition on December 2, in Lyon, France. Chef Christian Welch of Kingbird in Washington D.C. took top honors at the North American competition this year. He’ll be joined by Laetitia Rouabah of Benoit … Read more