The World's Greatest Vacations

36 Hours in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

2013-03-19

San Miguel de Allende is almost 500 years old, and for more than 50 it’s been a beloved tourist destination. Nevertheless, it’s still possible for newness to wash over this famous Mexican mountain city of snaking cobblestone streets and colonial buildings in delectable fruit-bowl-meets-spice-rack colors (think mango and avocado next to paprika and turmeric). After […]

Starwood Nearly Doubles Luxury Global Hotel Footprint

2013-03-18

Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ luxury footprint has nearly doubled worldwide in five years, the company said from its inaugural luxury General Managers Summit in Dubai. Starwood now has more than 160 hotels in 39 countries as part of The Luxury Collection, St. Regis and W Hotelsbrands. Going forward, Starwood will add 50 luxury hotels in 12 new […]

Coming to the high seas: The Grammy Awards cruise

2013-03-15

Norwegian Cruise Line says it is partnering with the The Recording Academy to offer a Grammy-themed voyage, to take place in the fall of 2014. Unveiled this week during the annual Cruise Shipping Miami conference, the Grammy cruise will take place on the still-under-construction Norwegian Getaway and is part of a larger partnership between Norwegian Cruise […]

200th Transatlantic Crossing Celebration!

2013-03-14

On 6 July 2013 QUEEN MARY 2 will celebrate her 200th Transatlantic Crossing – sailing from New York to Southampton. Take your place in history and join Cunard in commemorating this special occasion – sure to be a superb celebration on board. A commemorative dinner will be held and Stephen Payne, the man responsible for the […]

Best breakfasts around the world

2013-03-14

Maple-bacon biscuits. Chocolate-dipped donuts. A lavish spread of eggs. Is there any meal more comforting than breakfast? Whatever time zone you wake up in, the best breakfasts will brighten your mood, fortify you for the day, and give you a taste of daily life in that destination. Our short list of memorable breakfasts, part of […]

How to get reservations in popular national park lodges

2013-03-13

Room availability in national park lodges is frequently in short supply, especially during the busy summer season. Overall, the number of rooms in America’s national-park lodges has remained essentially unchanged for decades. An increasing number of travelers chasing the same number of rooms inevitably leads to reservation difficulties. Read more

Singled Out (for the Single Supplement)

2013-03-12

These two words strike dread — not to mention resentment — in the heart of a solo traveler. Consider for a moment the cost of a superior ocean-view room on a Royal Caribbean International seven-night Alaska cruise. For two adults, it’s $1,539 each. For a single traveler, the cost is $2,843 — an additional $1,304. […]

Celebrity Opens Reservations for 2014 Alaska Voyages

2013-03-11

Celebrity Cruises has opened the books on its 2014 Alaska vacations, which includes three ships operating from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward. The Celebrity Solstice will operate seven-night Inside Passage roundtrips from Seattle to Ketchikan, Tracy Arm Fjord/Sawyer Glacier, Juneau, Skagway and Victoria. The season will begin May 8, 2014, with an eight-night sailing from Vancouver to […]

Let us try this French Cassoulet

2013-03-11

This classic southwestern French dish consists of white beans and a variety of meats, such as pork, sausages, duck confit, lamb, mutton and goose, the exact combination varying by region—in Toulouse, a traditional cassoulet may include sausage and duck confit, whereas in Carcassonne, ham and lamb may be combined with game partridge. Read more

Cunard Previews 2014 Cruise Programme

2013-03-08

Cunard previewed today the line’s new 2014 cruise program, featuring a markedly increased presence in the Mediterranean, and special Transatlantic Crossings and celebratory events to mark the 10th birthday of flagship Queen Mary 2. Read more