Saudi Arabians, Australian and Chinese travelers – top spenders abroad

Travel continues to flourish, fuelled by travellers from emerging markets United States ranked as the most popular destination choice for global travelers The United States ranked as the most popular destination choice for global travelers, both for trips taken in the past two years (17 percent) and for intended travel in 2013 (10 percent), according … Read more

Spanish El Celler De Can Roca named “The world’s best restaurant of 2013”

The charcoal-grilled king prawn with king-prawn sand, ink rocks, fried legs, head juice and king prawn essence brought to El Celler De Can Roca in Gerona, Spain, the title of “The world’s best restaurant of 2013” awarded by Restaurant Magazine. “Eating at El Celler is truly uplifting, with the warmth of the family dynamic all-pervasive. … Read more

Virgin Galactic breaks speed of sound

Virgin Galactic, the world’s first commercial spaceline owned by Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group and Abu Dhabi’s aabar Investments PJS, completed the first rocket-powered flight of its space vehicle, SpaceShipTwo (SS2). The test officially marks Virgin Galactic’s entrance into the final phase of vehicle testing prior to commercial service from Spaceport America in New Mexico. … Read more

The Nobu Spa experience

Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace announced the union of Qua Baths & Spa and luxury skincare line Natura Bisse. The signature line of Nobu Spa treatments by the award-winning Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace are meant to provide guests with a transcending experience with advanced luxury facial treatments and customized body rituals. Comprised of … Read more

What to do in some of America’s most scenic parks

During U.S. National Park Week (from April 22 – 26, 2013), travelers are able to enjoy free entry to all 401 U.S. National Parks – covering more than 84 million acres. So, what to do in some of America’s most scenic parks? “National parks are one of America’s true treasures, offering visitors unrivaled access to … Read more