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May 3, 2024

Philly Dining Scene

This past weekend my husband and I enjoyed two incredible dinners at Philadelphia restaurants.

May 2, 2024

oneworld Unveils The 25

Last week Global Traveler was invited to John F. Kennedy International Airport to celebrate oneworld alliance’s new signature cocktail, The 25. The name of the cocktail, inspired by the 25th anniversary of the alliance that began with just four airlines and now includes 13 members, with a 14th joining this year.

May 1, 2024

Nayara Spa Review

At the end of April, my two friends and I went on a girls' trip to Costa Rica. On the first leg of the trip we went to Nayara Gardens in La Fortuna, nestled in the rainforest at the base of the Arenal Volcano. While there we were given the chance to try out treatments at the most stunning spa I have been to.

Apr 30, 2024

SuperFreak: The Rick James Story

With Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo at McCormick Place this weekend, I knew I would be spending a lot of time downtown. My busy weekend started by attending SuperFreak: The Rick James Story at Arie Crown Theater.

Apr 29, 2024

Four Days in Vienna

Several years and a few thousand working hours ago, I remember speaking with a group of colleagues about our favorite vacation destinations. Someone in the room had recently returned from a trip to Vienna, Austria, and I was sold. There was romance in her voice when she described the scenery and the city … more than I’d ever heard anyone talk about a European destination before.

Apr 28, 2024

The Great Chicago Ketchup Debate

Baseball season in Chicago means the start of the great debate. I'm not talking about Cubs versus White Sox. I'm referring to ketchup on hot dogs.

Apr 27, 2024

A Busy Weekend in Portland

We spent a long weekend visiting family and friends in Portland recently, stuffing a variety of activities in just a few days. The biggest draw was our 4-year-old granddaughter's participation in her preschool's spring "dinner theater" and silent auction fundraiser on Friday night. We had seen this same group of 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds perform in a December Reindeer Games variety show and were impressed with the performances (singing and dancing and dialogue) the children's teachers pulled out of them, and we'd been told that the spring show was an even bigger extravaganza. It turned out to be true.

Apr 26, 2024

Travel in Style

In a meeting about 30 years ago, the executives of United MileagePlus reported an internal survey indicated their best business customers were also their best leisure customers. It came as no shock to me, as I understand well the travel bug bites hard; and when you travel for business, you are always looking for that other place to discover on your own. Same goes with bleisure: Long before the term became widely used by the industry, we were using it and living it at Global Traveler. Often my business trips to California, Florida and all over the world included a weekend of golf, usually with clients.

Apr 25, 2024

Sailing and Snorkeling in the U.S. Virgin Islands

On the second half of my journey with Holland America Line, we docked at St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands on a particularly breezy and sunny day. Alongside another cruise ship, we disembarked and boarded a catamaran called Castaway Girl.

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May 3, 2024

7 New Hotels to Stay at in Saudi Arabia This Year

Ever expanding in the realm of tourism, Saudi Arabia redefines hospitality itself with seven new hotels hitting the scene this year. From exclusive beach resorts to remote desert getaways, these hotels should top your Saudi Arabia travel list in 2024.

A New Perspective on Incentive Travel

Incentive travel has long been a way for organizations to drive sales and reward employees with opulent trips to exotic destinations. Today it encompasses even more.

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May 3, 2024

Visit These 5 Sustainable Winemakers in Temecula Valley, California

Temecula Valley in southern California combines traditional winemaking techniques with innovative sustainable practices. Many local wineries focus on soil health, water conservation and biodiversity to produce high-quality grapes and benefit the environment.

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May 2, 2024

Don’t Miss This Year’s Newport Beach Wine Festival at Balboa Bay Resort

Newport Beach, California, is the place to be over Memorial Day weekend when the 19th Annual Newport Beach Wine Festival kicks off on the grounds of Balboa Bay Resort. Over the course of three days, guests to ticketed events will enjoy live music and exceptional wines, some of which can be savored during the Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch and the Justin Winery Limited Release Wine Dinner.

Reconnecting the World: GBTA Convention 2023 Spotlights the Vital Role of Business Travel and In-Person Connection

In an increasingly digital and interconnected world, the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Convention remains an indispensable platform for business travel industry professionals seeking to make the most of the power of face-to-face connections. Taking place August 13–15 in Dallas, the 2023 GBTA Convention provides the unique opportunity for professionals and companies to join visionaries, thought leaders and industry experts for meaningful networking, cutting-edge insights and inspiring innovation.

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May 2, 2024

Book Your Next Corporate Getaway or Meeting at Famous Kentucky Distillery

It’s one of the most famous and best-selling bourbon brands in the world: Jim Beam. Today, the iconic brand features four distilleries across Kentucky, including James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont.

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May 1, 2024

Rome, Italy, Welcomes art’otel Rome Piazza Sallustio This Year

Lifestyle and art-inspired hotel group art’otel opens its first property in Italy this year. Located in the historic area of Piazza Sallustio, art’otel Rome Piazza Sallustio features 99 guestrooms and suites, a lively bar and restaurant scene, an immersive on-site gallery, and more.

Unearth Seoul’s Hidden Gems

Filled with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, Seoul invites travelers to unearth its many gems, and Seoul Tourism Organization is here to help travelers do just that. Through thoughtfully created initiatives like the Theme Tourism County Competition, Seoul Tourism Organization works closely with local districts to identify and showcase what makes each district unique and charming in all seasons.

eFlyer News
May 1, 2024

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Named World’s Busiest Airport … Again

In mid-April, Airports Council International World revealed the top 10 busiest airports in the world from 2023. The report found the global total passenger forecast for 2023 to be around 8.5 billion, a 93.8 percent recovery from pre-pandemic levels.