Back on the Ice in the Holiday Spirit
Outdoor ice-skating is back in Rosemont. After a slight delay because of unusually high temperatures, Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at Parkway Bank Entertainment District was filled with skaters
Aruba for Wine and Cheese Lovers
Having just returned from my sixth trip to Aruba, my friends consider me an expert on all things Aruba. This year I wanted to check out someplace I can’t believe I had never been … the only boutique winery on the island. Alto Vista Winery is Aruba’s first Aruban estate winery, which means it grows its grapes and produces its wine on the island. This is quite a feat, given the dry climate and sandy terrain, and it forces the winery to be creative with its vines. They also grow sugarcane on the farm to produce organic rum and offer tours of the vineyard, winery and distillery.
Talking Travel with Kristin Wilson
Thanks to the algorithms of social media, Traveling with Kristin appeared on my feed. Upon checking on it, I learned Traveling with Kristin is digital nomad Kristin Wilson's platform.
Virgin Hotels, Black Irish by Mariah Carey Partner for Holiday Bar
Deck the halls! Virgin Hotels partners with Bucket Listers to deliver a Black Irish by Mariah Carey-themed festive experience for the holiday season. Black Irish by Mariah Carey is a premium Irish cream liqueur founded and inspired by the heritage of the global superstar. Through Dec. 19, the exclusive Mariah Carey’s Black Irish Holiday Bar will be on offer at select Virgin Hotels in Chicago, Dallas, Nashville, New Orleans and New York City. It looks like a great time, and I hope I can find a chance to visit one of the pop-ups.
WOW to Wicked on Broadway
As the new movie Wicked has been the latest talk, my four friends and I could not wait to watch it together. While seeing it in the movie theater would be fun, we had an even better idea. We thought, "Let’s go back to where it all started and go to NYC to see Wicked on Broadway."
Holiday Shopping Season Is Here
Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday are here and the best time for scoring incredible deals. Gone are the days of lining up in the early-morning hours of Black Friday for a television or other sought-after item. Now, many brands offer sales online in the days before and after the biggest shopping day of the year. The travel industry is no exception. Hotels, airlines, cruise lines, travel goods and more feature deals to enjoy now or later. Check out some deals covered on our sites:
Vedge Philadelphia
If you know anything about me by this point, you know that as a Philadelphia resident, I am more than enthralled with the food and restaurant scene here in the City of Brotherly Love. Of course, I have my favorites — A Kitchen, Ambrosia, Harp & Crown and Saloon — but I am always adding to my must-try list, and last weekend I was able to check one of those off. Spoiler alert: It was spectacular and definitely blog-worthy.
My First Florida–Georgia Football Game
A few weeks ago I finally got to attend my first-ever Florida–Georgia game, a tradition in Jacksonville where hundreds flock to Everbank Stadium to tailgate for hours leading up to the Saturday afternoon game between the Gators and Bulldogs.
Sacajawea by the Sea
I took a trip around two-thirds of the state of Florida this past week, clocking nearly 1,200 mile on my Hertz Jeep Compass, which served me well.
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Dec 3, 2024Global Traveler Sings the Praises of the 21st Annual GT Tested Reader Survey Award Winners
Our GT Tested Reader Survey awards has reached its 21st birthday — let’s raise a glass and say cheers as another year of travel comes to a close and it’s time for Global Traveler to announce the 2024 winners of its reader-voted survey. For 21 years, our readers — a group of intrepid, frequent, luxury travelers — have voted for their favorites in our annual survey, from airlines and airports to hotels and credit cards.
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Experience Next-Level Travel with Condor Airlines’ New A330neo Fleet
Condor Airlines completely renewed its long-haul fleet, featuring its new Airbus A330neo. Designed to elevate your travel experience, the A330neo is equipped with cutting-edge technology and offers unrivaled comfort, ensuring an exceptional journey for every passenger. With its striking signature striped livery, the A330neo not only promises a memorable flight but also enhances the start of your vacation from the moment you step aboard.
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Dec 3, 2024New Hotel Opens in Marylebone, London, Next January
In two months, London will welcome its newest luxury hotel, The Welbeck Hotel. Set to debut in the heart of Marylebone, this property blends modern elegance with historic charm across 164 guestrooms and suites. In fact, wellness lies at the forefront of the hotel, allowing guests to relax and rejuvenate.
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Dec 2, 2024Holiday Happenings at National Harbor, Maryland
This holiday season, the 350-acre site at National Harbor transforms into a winter wonderland, replete with an estimated 2 million sparkling lights and decorations, and plenty of themed activities. You can make it a destination visit thanks to eight hotels, more than 40 restaurants and a wide range of activities. A schedule of holiday shows at Theater at MGM National Harbor includes Mannheim Steamroller Christmas on Dec. 7; The Temptations & The Four Tops on Dec. 8; and Leslie Odom, Jr. The Christmas Tour on Dec. 15.
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ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME JOURNEY INTO THE ANCIENT WORLD OF THE PHARAOHS
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Dec 2, 20242024/2025 Winter Happenings in New York State
New York state beckons travelers this winter with a host of cozy offerings.
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Nov 29, 2024Dusit’s Reimagined Flagship Hotel Reopens in Bangkok
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, reopened its flagship property, Dusit Thani Bangkok, in late September 2024. The hotel was completely rebuilt from the ground up as part of the $1.4 billion Dusit Central Park mixed-use development project.
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Remarkable Medellín
Visiting Medellín in Colombia: The Country of Beauty is like stepping into a fantastic story — literally, as the city in the Western Colombian Andes region inspired Disney’s Encanto. Here, valleys, the world’s tallest palms, vibrant communities, colorful houses, garden-like balconies and more prove reality is more picturesque than anything on film. And it’s especially more tempting following Medellín’s remarkable transformation, shedding its troubled past and reawakening as a city of innovation, art, cultural richness, modern infrastructure, thriving tourism and resiliency.
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Nov 29, 2024Take Along High-Performance Tools for Business and Leisure
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