Our annual survey of travel sentiment holds a few surprises in 2026. When 2025 began, airlines were warning of a drop in bookings — especially in the back of the plane. That led to profitability concerns or schedule reductions from major U.S. carriers. But in the end, 2025 turned out to be a pretty good year for airlines and…
By the time March rolls around, I’m ready for new adventures. The holidays are far in the rearview mirror, and I’m longing for more daylight and warmer temperatures. Luckily, most of the world feels the same way. Spring celebrations, like Holi in India and Lantern Festival in Taiwan, are in full force across the Northern Hemisphere. March also brings…
The words “Where time stands still” adorn the lobby’s exterior at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, and I have to say, there really is something distinctly time-stopping about this crown jewel of Marriott resorts set in the magical Sonoran Desert. You feel relaxed from the moment you step onto the property — and that sense of…
Global travel loyalty and technology company Arrivia has acquired Bon Voyage Travel, a specialized agency known for its focus on premium and luxury cruise experiences.
Atlas Ocean Voyages is significantly expanding its footprint in the expedition sector with the announcement of the Atlas Adventurer, a 400-guest luxury expedition sailing yacht scheduled for delivery in late 2028.
Rewards cards aren’t guaranteed to earn and keep their stripes, but the American Express® Gold Card endures. Its shiny gold (or rose gold, if you prefer) finish suggests a card that offers attractive perks and appealing rewards rates. The Amex Gold was the fourth credit card I added to my wallet, and it remains there because it delivers exactly…
The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card has just announced a welcome bonus tied for the highest public offer we’ve seen in four years. New applicants can earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening. Plus, upon approval, you’ll receive a $250 Capital One Travel credit to use during your…
Venice’s legendary Hotel Danieli is set to debut as a Four Seasons experience this summer.
Call it the big-ship cruise line for the country-counting crowd. Among the world’s five biggest cruise brands, all of which operate relatively large, mass-market vessels, Princess Cruises offers the most diverse array of itineraries (more than 170 in a typical year), with stops in 100-plus countries and on all seven continents. Despite having just 17 vessels, the California-based line’s…
Breeze Airways is growing again. The leisure carrier will add four cities — three new and one returning — amid a broader 14-route expansion that will kick off in May. The new destinations joining Breeze’s route map are: Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) in New Jersey Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) in Texas Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)…
