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The “coolcation”—a trip centered around cooler climates and breezy destinations—is experiencing a fresh wave of popularity as more travelers look to beat the heat this summer. Vacationers are avoiding sweltering cities and sun-baked beaches (which can be crowded), and instead heading to higher elevations, coastal retreats, and forested getaways. Daytime temperatures will remain comfortable, but mornings and evenings might require a light jacket. Most people associate coolcations only with exotic locations such as Iceland or the Swiss Alps. But that’s not the case. In fact, you can experience an epic coolcation right here in the United States—no passport required. These…

Private aviation’s first post-COVID boom George Mattson, the CEO of Wheels Up, says that most of these passengers were leisure travelers who had switched from commercial airlines to Wheels Up due to health reasons. He says, “You had new people coming into private aviation.” Once you’ve tried it, you don’t want stop. The rise in remote work has kept business travel below the pre-pandemic level.That’s changing. Business travel is back on the rise, and business jets have been a big part of that. The global private jet market has seen an increase in activity for 20 of the last 24…

Researchers at UCSF have found that the number of injuries involving e-bikes and scooters has increased. Due to an increase in accidents and safety concerns, many tourist cities restrict the use of micromobility devices. You might not expect the latest travel danger in cities. Electric scooters You can also find out more about the following: e-bikes They are common in many cities around the world and are not inherently dangerous. The sheer number, coupled with the possibility of serious accidents, make them a serious travel hazard. Researchers from UC San Francisco conducted a study in 2024 and found that injuries…

In Q2 of 2025, Europe’s tourism sector had a more moderate but still steady performance. Arrivals increased by 3.3% while nights fell by 0.7%. Demand for sun and beach holidays in the off-season is increasing, likely due to Easter holidays shifting and changing travel preferences. China has shown renewed interest in European destinations, while the US continues to be a major source of visitors. Europe’s tourism industry maintained a solid performance throughout Q2 of 2025. Its resilience was highlighted by the ongoing economic pressures, as well geopolitical unrest. According to the European Travel Commission’s latest report:European Tourism: Trends & ProspectsInternational…

Hotel Marina Riviera In a land full of kitschy and old-fashioned ski cabins, the Hotel Marina Riviera is the coolest kid in town.The property has lake views and mountain vistas, making it one of the best properties in Big Bear. The on-site restaurant De La Nonna serves up focaccia-style pizzas and craft cocktails—it’s arguably the best spot to eat on the entire mountain. The minimalist midcentury rooms will appeal to design lovers. They feel like a combination of a ski lodge and upscale boutique hotel.Hotel Marina Riviera offers amenities such as a heated pool on the lakeside, multiple saunas and an upcoming…

Top 5 Must-Sees The Delaware River towns—including Lambertville, Frenchtown, and Stockton—are easily accessible from both New York City and Philadelphia (about 1.5 hours by car), making them a convenient weekend or day trip destination.Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities like walking, biking, and kayaking along the D&R Canal towpath.There are many unique events in the region, such as Milford’s Bed Races and Lambertville’s Shad Festival.The area is home to a variety of charming accommodations, such as The National Hotel in Frenchtown, and Woolverton inn in Stockton.There are many dining options in the river towns, with an emphasis on…

Steve Case’s newest hospitality project was launched in April, on a peninsula in Costa Rica that his investment company has owned for almost two decades. The Waldorf Astoria at Punta Caciique is more than another luxury resort. AOL’s co-founder bought the 600-acre Punta Cacique property in 2006, through Revolution Places. This is his hospitality investment company. Case, who has spent years planning and enduring the 2008 financial crash, opened a resort he hopes will encourage guests to explore beyond the resort’s borders into Costa Rican communities. Case, as executive chairman of Exclusive Resorts (a company that owns several hotels around…

Notes to John This collection is an intimate, poignant collection of 46 journal entry Joan Didion wrote between 2000 and 2001, addressed to her husband John Gregory Dunne. Published posthumously, it offers an unvarnished look at Didion’s struggles—especially her grief over the death of her daughter, Quintana, and her attempts to come to terms with both her daughter’s addiction issues and her own loss. These raw and unpolished entries, left in a filing cupboard, as if meant to found, give them an exposed sense of being private but still exposed.This mix of first and second-person perspectives feels less like reflection…

At Makati Rockwell Center’s Navarra suggests Grace Park, where the menu reflects both Filipino tradition and the Italian training of its late chef, Margarita Forés. In the adobo (a soy-vinegar stew), lamb is used instead of chicken. The sisig (normally a plate of sizzling pork jowls and belly) uses spider conch and crispy fish maw. Grace Park also offers classics like lechon (whole-roasted pig) for Sunday lunch.Espresso martinisEspresso over ice cream and tonic water at Curator Coffee & Cocktails Curator Coffee & CocktailsNavarra explains that pairing coffee with cocktails is the latest trend. He praises Legazpi Village as a place…

Marriott Hotels Marriott Hotels®, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, introducing an exciting new era of wonderful hospitality to the shores of Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, where local culture blends seamlessly with the vibrant buzz of Pattaya allowing families and travelers to indulge and discover. The resort is in an ideal location just steps away from golden sands of Jomtien Beach as well as the turquoise waters of Gulf of Thailand. Yet, it’s only minutes from the bustling resort town of Pattaya. There are…