Chef Yotam Ottolenghi and Mandarin Oriental Partner on Amsterdam Restaurant
Ottolenghi is set to open his first restaurant in the Netherlands at Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam early next year.
Month: December 2025
How wing flaps work and why they are essential for takeoff and landing
Wing flaps are movable surfaces located on the trailing edge of the wings and are typically deployed during specific phases of takeoff and landing. The majority of planes have these, whether jets or turboprop.
First look: Park Hyatt Tokyo is back — here’s what it’s like inside the newly renovated hotel
In my many visits to Tokyo, I’ve stayed in all kinds of hotels, from a capsule-style hostel in Akihabara to the ultraluxe Janu Tokyo. But one hotel, the sky-high Park Hyatt Tokyo, best known for its star turn in “Lost in Translation” and a jewel in the World of Hyatt loyalty program, has eluded me over the years. Now,…
Jamaica is open and welcoming visitors
On Oct. 28, Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 hurricane, the strongest storm to ever hit the island. The slow-moving hurricane pounded the island with winds that reached 185 miles an hour and flooded central Jamaica with two feet of rain. Understandably, travelers have been cautious about visiting the island during its recovery. However,…
Park Hyatt Cabo Del Sol Opens Its Doors
The brand’s first Park Hyatt hotel in Mexico offers modern Mexican architecture, oceanfront dining, and Baja-inspired wellness.
Tauck Brings Inaugural “Cruise Control” Retreat to the Danube
Sold-Out November sailing draws industry leaders and introduces a new platform for women’s professional growth.
Balfour Miami Beach Joins Wyndham’s Registry Collection Hotels
The South Beach retreat enters a new era, blending vintage glamour with elevated, independent style.
3 reasons United flyers should consider the Aeroplan credit card
If you’re a frequent United Airlines flyer and you aren’t paying attention to Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program, you could be missing out on valuable perks and lucrative award flights. Aeroplan points are among the most valuable airline award currencies. Right now, they’re valued at 1.4 cents per point, according to TPG’s December 2025 valuations. Thanks to United’s Star…
Chase Sapphire Preferred Card review: A top travel and dining card
Chase Sapphire Preferred Card overview The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is one of the most popular travel rewards credit cards. It’s an excellent choice for those who want more value from their travels but don’t need lounge access. This is one of our favorite cards to recommend to people who love travel. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½…
Deja vu as Spirit and Frontier are reportedly once again discussing a merger
Will the third try be the charm? Spirit Airlines is discussing a possible merger with rival ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier, Bloomberg first reported on Tuesday. The discussions would mark the third time in as many years that the two airlines have discussed merging. The first fell through after Spirit accepted a separate proposal from JetBlue, one that was ultimately blocked…
