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The Mondrian brand has been around for a few decades now, but it hasn’t exactly had a large footprint. However, what it lacked in size, it made up for in personality. With hotels in hotspots around the world, the Mondrian…

Marriott’s AC brand already has a large global presence with over 225 hotels in 31 countries. AC has continued its expansion with the opening of its first property in the European island nation of Malta. The opening of this brand-new…

In case you missed it, a brand-new terminal is being constructed at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to replace the aging and cramped Terminal 1. Dubbed “The New Terminal One” for now, this upcoming terminal is being…

After visiting Amsterdam and Barcelona, my springtime European tour continued in Madrid, the Spanish capital. I was traveling with my mom up until this point, and she went home from Barcelona and I continued my travels. Madrid is a city…

After a weekend in Amsterdam, my tour of Europe continued in much warmer Spain, with my first stop at the seaside city of Barcelona. I’d been to Barcelona a few times before this trip, but my mom, who was still…

I recently embarked on a 2-week springtime trip to Europe that had me crisscrossing the continent and brought me to places I’ve visited many times before, as well as some new destinations. The first stop on the trip was Amsterdam…

Air Canada is the latest carrier to join a growing group to offer free messaging Wi-Fi on its flights. Thanks to a partnership between the airline and Canadian telecom company Bell, members of Air Canada’s Aeroplan program will be able…

On a recent trip to South Florida, I stayed primarily with family I have in the area, as I normally do. However, I discovered I had an expiring free night reward with Hilton that I wanted to make use of…

On Monday, May 1, 2023, The White House announced that it would soon end a longstanding requirement for foreign travelers entering the U.S. from abroad. As of May 11, 2023, foreign nationals will no longer be required to be vaccinated…

Skiers and snowboarders, rejoice! Keystone, Colorado is getting an all-new ski-in, ski-out resort property. Scheduled to open in 2025, Kindred Resort will be located right at the base of the slopes in Keystone Resort. “This project will transform the base…

Marriott has shared that the brand-new JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa has opened on the popular beach island of Jeju in South Korea. “We are delighted to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Jeju Island, one of South Korea’s…

Disney Cruise Line announced on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, that it would base its still-unnamed new ship in Singapore for at least 5 years starting in 2025. “This is a very exciting year for The Walt Disney Company — 2023…

Apple is the latest company to get in on the buy now, pay later trend with its newest service known as Apple Pay Later. “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to how people manage their finances. Many people are…

Wyndham Rewards has made a customer-friendly change for its members. Certain Club Wyndham properties are available for booking at just 7,500 Wyndham Rewards points per night — a 50% savings over the previous “Go Free Condo Award” rates, as first…

Any skier or snowboarder knows that a trip to the slopes is much more than just showing up ready to shred. You have to have a full set of gear to have a successful trip, and if you’re not an…

A pair of European airlines have announced plans to start charging business class customers for choosing their seats in advance. Air France and KLM’s new policy — which is sure to be met with derision by premium passengers — will…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Located under an hour from Cancún International Airport (CUN), the Fairmont Mayakoba has been a mainstay on the shores of Mexico’s Riviera Maya for almost 2 decades. This…

Marriott has announced the opening of Iaïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, which is the first Tribute Portfolio property in the country. “The remote country of Seychelles is as fascinating as it is eye-catching with its own indie spirit, making…

Back in 2018, Marriott opened a brand-new Luxury Collection property in Los Cabos, Mexico. Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos received much fanfare for its beautiful design and setting and the numerous high-end amenities it offered guests. Then, in…

An all-new resort complex situated near Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Universal Orlando Resort, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) is gearing up to open. Collectively known as Evermore Orlando, the property will include a vacation rental property with several types…

Marriott has announced that it’s signed a deal that will bring a Ritz-Carlton property to Lake Como in northern Italy. When the luxury property opens in 2026, it will be the first Ritz-Carlton hotel in Italy and will give Marriott…