FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Frenchman’s Reef Unveils Executive Chef, Culinary Concepts Ahead of Resort Openings

by Katie Skrzek

Feb 7, 2023

Luna Mar © Frenchman’s Reef

Daily

Set for a spring 2023 opening in St. Thomas, Frenchman’s Reef announced its executive chef and the culinary concepts of its two new resorts, Westin Beach Resort & Spa and Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort, an Autograph Collection Hotel. Under the leadership of executive chef Greg Smith, the two resorts will offer nine signature restaurants and lounges.

Smith is a graduate of Art Institute of Los Angeles. His hotel culinary experiences include roles at Sea Island, Four Seasons Nevis and The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan.

restaurant

Isla Blue © Frenchman’s Reef

“We are excited for Chef Greg Smith to showcase his extensive culinary knowledge on the island, where he looks forward to creating innovative culinary experiences highlighting locally sourced seafood and seasonal ingredients,” said Kurt Wiksten, managing director, Frenchman’s Reef.

The new culinary concepts range from casual beachfront spots to fine-dining restaurants. Sugarfin is an indoor-outdoor restaurant, serving sushi and Caribbean Asian-style cuisine. Luna Mar highlights Mediterranean flavors. Isla Blue offers innovative island-inspired dishes with a private dining room option. Sandbar is an oceanfront bar serving classic, tropical cocktails.

bar

Sugarfin © Frenchman’s Reef

Salt Shack boasts an approachable menu of tacos, burgers and sandwiches. Shorebird is a family-friendly breakfast spot with food stations and a barista. Edge Bar offers panoramic views from a swim-up bar and private cabanas, alongside beverages and lunch options. Tide Pool Cabanas & Bar is a lounge area with poolside service and private cabanas serving cocktails and light bites. Palm Court offers hammocks and seating areas with Caribbean-style food and beverage huts for a casual experience. Frenchman’s Roast serves up coffee, juice, grab-and-go bites and other sundries.

Introducing

FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Explore Excursions

#globility

Insta Feed

Bask in Nature’s Tranquility at The Spa at Four Seasons Tamarindo

When the two of us entered The Spa at Four Seasons Tamarindo, past the backlit boutique items and local artisan-painted wood carvings, the place wrapped us in a feeling of tranquility. Its stone walls, earth tones, woven wall hangings and furniture made of natural materials reminded us we are part of nature’s spectrum, the abundant windows showing native plants and trees outside.

Extend Your Stay In Trendy Madrid

With its rich artistic and natural heritage, its outstanding transport network, the quality of its accommodation, its excellent gastronomy, and the passion with which the people of Madrid enjoy both the day and the night, the capital of Spain is one of the most attractive cities in the world.

Airlines
Jul 26, 2024

BermudAir Maximizes Choices for Travelers with New Options

BermudAir announced an expanded fare structure, allowing customers to choose from five fare types across economy and business class, up from the previous three options. Travelers can now select fares based on their preferences for lounge access, checked baggage, change fees, refunds and priority boarding.

IHG Hotels & Resorts: Elevating the Guest Experience & Expanding Globally

With a robust portfolio of brands catering to diverse traveler preferences, IHG has been on a strategic trajectory to conquer key markets worldwide. The IHG footprint continues to grow, offering unparalleled experiences to guests around the globe.

Global City Guidebook: Shanghai

The third-largest city in the world, Shanghai has transformed into one of the world’s most important centers for business, finance, science, culture and transportation. In fact, Shanghai is home to the first free trade zone in Mainland China. The city sits on the southern estuary of the Yangtze River, and the Huangpu River flows right through the 26-million-strong city. Art Deco- and Shikumen-style buildings, museums, skyscrapers, gardens, temples and food markets fill the lively, Eastern Chinese city.

eFlyer Deals
Jul 24, 2024

TAP Air Portugal Announces Limited-Time, One-Way Fares to Europe

Through Sept. 15, TAP Air Portugal offers one-way fares to Europe for as low as $214. These low, one-way fares are available from all seven of the airline’s U.S. gateways, including:

Tips to Plan a Destination Event Worth the Trip

It's time to shake things up and inject some serious excitement into your next gathering. Whether  planning a corporate conference, black-tie gala or milestone celebration, choosing the right venue can make all the difference. City Winery shares some tips to make your next gathering a rockin' success.

eFlyer Lead
Jul 24, 2024

Delta Air Lines Struggles to Recover from Tech Outage

While most airlines successfully recovered from the worldwide technology outage caused by a software update, Delta Air Lines continues to bounce back from the issue, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded. The historic outage across Microsoft systems not only affected airlines but also hospitals and countless other businesses. Contactless payments were also impacted.