Leading LightIn January, all eyes were on Dubai for the official opening of the tallest building in the world–The Burj Khalifa. Few things symbolize the radical ascent of this once sleepy emirate into a glitzy and glamorous destination more than this soaring beacon of architectural achievement. It was estimated that... more

As one of the world's largest cities, São Paulo is logically a magnet for big business. But it's also a sophisticated, multifaceted metropolis that's a great place to extend your visit beyond that next client meeting. Being immersed in the local culture is an excellent way to get a feel... more

If you're flying into Frankfurt am Main in the near future, you can pretty much throw away any guidebook older than a year or two. Since the mid-2000s, the dynamic financial capital of Germany has positively blossomed with new growth and development, making it an intriguing destination even for visitors... more

Since 1931, spa, hotel and medical clinic Clinique La Prairie has occupied a stunning setting in Montreux, overlooking Lake Geneva and the Swiss and French Alps. It's a fittingly uplifting location for a retreat devoted to inspiring guests to betterment of body and spirit.Once within the sleek, modern walls of... more

Premium economy-class service has evolved from a concept pioneered by Virgin Atlantic Airways in 1992 into a standard offering on about two dozen airlines, promising a travel experience that falls somewhere between regular economy class and business class. As premium economy moves toward the day when it may supplant first... more

Towering above the constant construction enveloping the downtown Los Angeles landscape, the JW Marriott's 54-story complex, alongside a smaller attached building, is bringing Angelenos a new hospitality concept designed by San Francisco-based architectural firm Gensler. The property will feature 878 guest rooms, including 52 suites, by L.A.-based Barry Design Associates.... more

Flying ANA from JFK to Narita will be dramatically different come February, when the airline transforms its ultra long-haul service with “Inspiration of Japan,” a rebranding effort two years and 17 billion yen in the making. The new service is scheduled to debut onboard the B777-300ER on ANA’s New York–Tokyo... more