Announcing its 12th European destination, and another step closer to the Group’s target of reaching 100 global destinations within 2025 Cathay Pacific has announced that its global network will further expand this year with the launch of direct flights between Hong Kong and Rome on 5 June 2025. Operated as a three-times-weekly summer seasonal service, the Hong Kong-Rome route will be Cathay Pacific’s second direct connection between its home hub and Italy. The airline currently operates five return flights per week to Milan, increasing to daily this summer. Visitors to Rome can look forward to exploring one of Europe’s most impressive historical and cultural centres with the city boasting countless monuments, landmarks, museums and churches. Cathay Pacific’s return to the city is ...
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Why more frequent cold blasts could be coming from global warming
Frigid air that normally stays trapped in the Arctic has escaped, plunging deep into the United States for an extended visit that is expected to provoke teeth-chattering but not be record-shattering. It’s a cold air outbreak that some experts say is happening more frequently, and paradoxically, because of a warming world. Such cold air blasts have become known as the polar vortex. It’s a long-established weather term that’s become mainstream as its technical meaning changed a bit on the way. What it really means to average Americans in areas where the cold air comes: brrrrr. The next round of bitter cold was set to envelop the southern U.S. on Tuesday, after the first significant winter storm of the year blasted a huge swath of the country with ice, snow and wind. The imme...
Read MoreThe era of crowded resorts and standardized vacations is giving way to a new rising trend in travel: private yacht vacations with Charter Smarter. Each day begins with panoramic views of the crystal-clear turquoise ocean and ends with breathtaking sunsets over secluded beaches and hidden coves. Unlike traditional resorts, a yacht vacation offers a new horizon every morning. Fully customizable and all-inclusive, yacht charters deliver unmatched freedom and flexibility. Guests can snorkel vibrant coral reefs in St. John, hike dramatic rock formations at The Baths in Virgin Gorda, or experience the vibrant energy of a full moon party under the stars. At the heart of every yacht vacation is an expert crew. The captain, serving as both navigator and guide, brings extensive knowledge ...
Read MoreAnantara Bophut unveils newly refurbished rooms, redefining island luxury Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort has unveiled its newly refurbished rooms this January, following an extensive four-week renovation. Backed by a $2 million USD investment, the project reflects Anantara Bophut’s unwavering commitment to delivering one of the most luxurious and unique guest experiences on the Island. The transformation includes a comprehensive room redesign, complemented by the introduction of a brand-new Kids and Teens Club and a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness facility set to launch in Q1 and Q2 2025, respectively. The extensive renovation, led by the acclaimed Abacus Design, draws inspiration from the resort’s lush tropical gardens and Bophut’s landscape designer Bill Bensley’s philoso...
Read MoreSIN, the recent addition to after-dark rooftop experiences at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel, is an invitation to celebrate life’s special moments with a toast overlooking the Chao Phraya River. Not to leave out sober revellers, SIN’s award-winning Head Mixologist, Brian Gonzalez Fernandez, has crafted an inspired “Sober Sips” alcohol-free cocktail menu. Executed with a mature dimensionality, Sober Sips are non-alcoholic versions of the rooftop bar’s signature cocktails, each inspired by themes of sin and desire. Before moving to Bangkok, Brian worked in London and Madrid, where sugary mocktails have given way to polished, fully original creations that more than hold their own. Drawing on this experience, Brian uses natural, healthful ingredients for Sober Sips, ensuring guests can enj...
Read MoreForbes Travel Guide ("FTG")—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises—has announced that it will rate restaurants on cruise ships around the world, a cruise industry first. FTG will announce 2025 cruise ship ratings and restaurant accolades on February 12, when it unveils its highly anticipated annual Star Ratings, which include hotels, restaurants, and spas in more than 85 countries. "The evolution of dining on cruise ships reflects the changing expectations of discerning travelers," said Amanda Frasier, President of Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide. "Restaurants aboard the world's finest cruise ships today feature innovative menus designed by world-renowned chefs, exceptional ingredients, diverse global cuisines...
Read MoreWill offer customers a taste of home in the skies with a range of authentic local fare The new ‘Hong Kong Flavours’ menu presents a range of authentic local fare for Premium Economy and Economy class customers on selected flights Cathay Pacific will partner with Eaton HK’s Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Yat Tung Heen to elevate the inflight dining experience for its Premium Economy and Economy class customers. The collaboration builds upon the airline’s partnerships with esteemed Hong Kong restaurants that share its commitment to providing customers with dining experiences of the finest quality. Led by celebrated Chef Tam Tung, Yat Tung Heen has been a beloved Hong Kong dining institution since 1990. The restaurant specialises in traditional yet refined Cantonese fare ...
Read MoreWith the start of the new year, the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) has made a significant advancement in its tourism accessibility: the launch of an electronic visa system specifically designed for Indian travellers from January 1, 2025. This innovative digital solution marks a new era in Israel-India tourism relations, making the visa application process more efficient and user-friendly than ever before. This new e-Visa system represents a significant step forward in Israel’s ongoing efforts to enhance the tourist experience and streamline entry procedures for international visitors. While this pilot scheme currently relates only to Indian nationals residing in India, the intention is to extend the system to all incoming foreign tourists to Israel from every destination. The...
Read MoreMassive winter storm to clobber U.S. from Plains to East Coast
The heaviest snowfall in a decade is possible, could cause power outages, cut gas supplies A blast of snow, ice, wind and plunging temperatures stirred up dangerous travel conditions in parts of the central U.S. on Sunday, as a disruptive winter storm brought the possibility of the “heaviest snowfall in a decade” to some areas. Snow and ice blanketed major roadways in parts of Kansas and Indiana, where the state’s National Guard was activated to help any motorists who were stuck. At least 8 inches of snow were expected, particularly north of Interstate 70, as the National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings for Kansas and Missouri, where blizzard conditions were reported. The warning extended to New Jersey for Monday and into early Tuesday. “For locations in this reg...
Read MoreDecember 2025 anniversary cruise to Mexican Riviera to recreate first-ever sailing ; legendary music group, The Temptations, to join the party Princess Cruises, known around the world as "The Love Boat," is celebrating six decades of delivering dream vacations and happiness to millions of cruisers with a special 14-day 60th Anniversary Mexican Riviera Voyage, departing from the Port of Los Angeles on December 6, 2025. On sale now, this milestone cruise onboard Royal Princess will include some of the same ports on the first-ever voyage that set sail on December 3, 1965, on Princess Patricia. As part of the announcement, Princess revealed that The Temptations, the legendary Motown group behind the classic hit "My Girl," will sail on ...
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