Monthly Archives: June 2025

Last month, I boarded the 1,260-passenger Celestyal Journey in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, carrying much more than just my hand luggage. Sailing on the ship’s seven-night “Heavenly Greece, Italy and Croatia” itinerary, I also brought aboard hopeful expectations and a sense of familiarity.  Why was I hopeful? This mid-sized ship — fresh from a multimillion-dollar revitalization […]

Elite Island Resorts, a collection of all-inclusive Caribbean resort properties, has announced the appointment of Kari Tarnowski as chief commercial officer (CCO), marking the return of the veteran marketing executive to one of the region’s leading resort brands. Tarnowski previously led marketing as chief marketing officer (CMO) in her first tenure with the company.  In the newly created […]

Germany’s second-largest city, Hamburg, is awash with history — and played especially key roles in the stories of 19th-century emigration, World War II, and the Beatles. It’s also a thriving 21st-century metropolis with an inviting harbor boardwalk, avant-garde architecture, and Las Vegas–style nightlife. Every visit here makes me wonder why so many Americans skip it. […]

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Sarena de Muro Resort Mallorca, marking the entry of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Mallorca. The opening is a significant milestone for both the Destination by Hyatt portfolio in Europe, and Hyatt’s strategic brand expansion across one of the region’s most popular travel destinations. Situated next […]

Israel’s Dan Hotels has announced the appointment of Matan Lerner as the new general manager of King David Jerusalem Hotel, the group’s flagship property that opened its doors in 1930. Lerner will assume his new role in Jerusalem on July 1. Lerner previously served as general manager of both the Dan Caesarea and Dan Accadia […]

In just a few weeks, Celebration Key, Carnival Cruise Line’s highly anticipated destination on Grand Bahama will welcome its first guests. Here’s a preview of what guests will experience on July 19, 2025, when Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy will officially open the venue. Highlights include: Paradise Plaza – The Celebration Key Sun Portal, […]

Turkish Airlines has yet again landed in the top spot, taking home the Best Airline in Europe title at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards — marking the 10th time the carrier has earned the prestigious distinction. Often dubbed the “Oscars of the aviation industry,” the Skytrax Awards are based on feedback from millions of passengers worldwide. The 2025 […]

Two all-inclusive resorts in Playa del Carmen just went from sun-and-fun staples to sustainability standouts. Viva Maya by Wyndham and Viva Azteca by Wyndham have officially achieved Level 5 Expert status, the highest tier in the Wyndham Green Certification Program. That makes them the first all-inclusive resorts in the entire Wyndham Hotels & Resorts portfolio to reach […]

A new study has revealed the world’s most overrated tourist attractions, and, while the top offender may be a medieval English castle, U.S. travelers might wince to see Elvis Presley’s Graceland join the global ranks of letdowns. The data, compiled by QR Code Generator, analyzed TripAdvisor reviews of the top 50 tourist sites in every […]

We’re ready to close our laptops and head to the airport. Delta Air Lines just released its most-searched summer destinations for 2025, and the idea of jetting off to one of these coveted destinations has us eager to grab our passports and head out of the office. Based on search data gathered from Delta.com and the Fly […]