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New Yorkers head east every summer to find the best places with sand beaches, sea breezes and slower pace. Enter the Hamptons. A stretch of Long Island’s East End, it feels like a world apart from New York City. New York City The drive is about three hours from Manhattan (a conservative estimate). And while yes, the Hamptons are widely known for being a vacationland for the city’s richest residents, we’re here to prove that’s only part of the story—and there plenty of options for travelers of all kinds.Amagansett is a great place to relax, while Bridgehampton offers designer shopping…
This sponsored content has been created in collaboration with Skift partners. Heritage brands have been forced to reassess themselves because cultural relevance is now a currency for hospitality. In the luxury hotel sector, heritage brands are undergoing a strategic transformation, not in order to erase what they have done, but rather to reinvent it to appeal to a younger generation of travelers, who place heightened importance on meaning, emotional connection, and personalization. Nowhere is this shift more evident than in the recent reinventions of Raffles and Fairmont, two storied brands with more than a century of history behind them —…
Skytrax World Airline Awards named Singapore Airlines as the best airline in first class. The carrier’s excellent service, its food and the flagship A380 suites are credited with this title. The carrier was also ranked No. T+L’s World’s Best Awards for 2025 also ranked it No. First Class is for those who feel that the journey should be as good (or better) than the destination. Lie-flat beds, access to private lounges, and multi-course meals served on fine china can transform even the longest flight into something approaching bliss—especially when the airline gets it just right. A first-class airline has already…
Images by Onefinestay Onefinestay, a leading luxury rental brand, launched its first online travel portal. This creates a new, seamless experience for the 30,000 global advisors that it works with. The Partner Portal allows advisors to search, create, and initiate bookings in any of the 40 onefinestay destinations worldwide. The portal was built by onefinestay and is a result of their investment to provide new benefits to both travel advisors and onefinestay. The portal is different from the old system. It allows the advisor to find the latest pricing and availability, view the details of the homes and create a…
Amazon Prime Day 2025—which was really more of a week this time around—is coming to a close; today is your last to take advantage of top deals on durable luggage, travel accessories, camping gearPremium beauty products are also available. There is good news, however: New deals were released this morning and top sales from brands such as Apple Bose Away Sunday Riley Tula and Sunday Riley are still ongoing.We’ve compiled a list of all the information you need, whether you have a wishlist ready or you are new to Amazon’s biggest annual sale. We have also collected some of the…
Whitney Spratt is the General Manager of Hotels Division. Tripleseat, sat with us at HITEC2025 to discuss how technology can unlock the growth of hospitality, improve guest experience, and preserve its soul. The year was a year of growth driven by loyalty and efficiency Tripleseat expects a revenue increase of 110% for its hotel division. Spratt attributes this success to the growth in new clients and the deepening of relationships with current users. Customers are our best ambassadors”, she said. We have a culture that encourages us to listen, collect feedback and continually invest it into our product. She noted…
Always tons of things to do in New York CityBut we have an activity alert right now for visitors: Did you know? Saturday, July 12, City of Water Day is a special day of initiatives. The city is filled with environmentally-friendly events and activities on this special day. It’s not only a way to stay cool but also a great idea to extend the summer beyond July 4. The events include stand-up paddle board lessons, community kayaking and picnics. Browse the webpage for more information. City of Water Day website You can also find out more about the following: nycgovparks.org.…
The Big Idaho Potato Hotel, located near Boise, Idaho, lets guests stay inside a six-ton potato-turned-Airbnb.Originally designed to honor the Idaho Potato Commission’s 75th anniversary, the potato traveled around the country seven years before becoming a tiny house.Despite its novelty, the potato offers comfort and charm—with a skylight-lit bed, a cute silo bathroom, and unplugged amenities. Russets, reds, fingerlings, Yukon Golds—you’ll find all of these potatoes in Idaho, the state that’s practically synonymous with spuds. The potato obsession can be taken to the next step by foodies and potatoes fans. They can spend the night in a potato. What could…
Viking announced a new river journey through one of India’s most captivating regions is coming soon—and it promises an unforgettable blend of culture, comfort, and adventure. If you have ever wanted to visit India, this is your chance. river voyageYou’ll be able soon. Viking has announced the launch of a new riverboat tour to India via the Brahmaputra on the Viking Brahmaputra. The Brahmaputra River runs through three different countries: Northeastern India; Bangladesh and Southwest China. The 80-guest vessel with 40 outside staterooms is currently under construction and is scheduled to debut in 2027, when it will set sail between…
Dishoom has opened its first ever overnight accommodation in London, above its Permit Room bar. The restaurant group is known for their Bombay-inspired interior design, and its cult following. Launching its first hospitality venture, the brand extends its immersive dining into a residential setting. Priced at £700 (about $950) per night with a two-night minimum, the Permit Room Lodgings are not positioned as a traditional hotel. Instead, they’re seen as a way to test the brand’s appeal in terms of overnight stays. “Well, in classic Dishoom fashion, we somewhat stumbled into the idea while designing Permit Room Portobello,” CEO Brian Trollip…