Helen Hatzis
Southwest Airlines announced on October 15, 2026, a series of updates to its Rapid Rewards loyalty program that will take effect at the start of 2027. The revisions introduce new status tiers and alter how members qualify for benefits, including the popular Companion Pass. Travelers who often fly with a partner or family member now
Delta Air Lines has announced a new daily nonstop service linking Boston Logan International Airport with Keflavík International Airport near Reykjavík. The seasonal route begins April 12 and continues through October 30, 2027, marking the carrier’s 14th long-haul destination from its Boston hub. ([1])Travelers in New England gain a direct path to Iceland during the
Along Florida’s Scenic 30A, the community of Watercolor offers a quiet stretch of the Panhandle coast where design choices can quietly shape how guests experience a beach stay. Julie Blanner has been deeply engaged in the design of her Watercolor Beach vacation rental since the offer was accepted, focusing on details that define the feel
Yellowstone National Park – A California couple experienced a long-awaited reunion this week when their 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, Luna, was safely returned after more than a month on her own in the park’s rugged terrain. The story highlights the quiet determination of rescuers, visitors, and park staff who worked together to bring her home.
A South Florida art dealer recently received a sentence of three years and 10 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in connection with the sale of forged Andy Warhol pieces. Leslie Howard Roberts, owner of Miami Fine Art Gallery in Coconut Grove, was also ordered to repay nearly
New York City – The Plaza Hotel, a landmark that has welcomed generations of visitors to Fifth Avenue, will close its doors in January for a period of at least four years. The decision affects not only overnight guests but also couples who have long planned weddings and other milestone events within its historic walls.
Napa Valley has long drawn visitors for its celebrated wines, yet the story of how those wines reach the bottle often begins with hands that worked the soil long before the tasting rooms opened. Elias Fernandez embodies that continuity. The son of Mexican immigrant farmworkers, he has spent the past 42 years as winemaker at
New York City – The Plaza Hotel, the 18-story landmark that has stood on Fifth Avenue for generations, will close its doors in January 2027 for a comprehensive restoration of its historic facade. Operator Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has confirmed the project will last at least four years, prompted by findings from City Buildings inspectors
Miami, Florida – Fifty students from Miami-Dade County have been chosen to take part in the Disney Dreamers Academy, a program that pairs young people with mentorship and career exploration opportunities at Walt Disney World. The selection marks the start of an inaugural class that also draws participants from Orlando and Houston. The effort stems
The question of how a vehicle that leaves the ground would be regulated has lingered in transportation circles for years. Elon Musk recently highlighted the issue again by unveiling Tesla’s new Roadster Rocket and labeling it a “flying car” equipped with ultra high-pressure air tanks. The U.S. Department of Transportation was asked directly who would
JetBlue has opened bookings for its new first-class product, BlueFirst, giving travelers an early look at the airline’s first domestic premium cabin. The service begins on December 8 with a flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, marking a notable step for the carrier as it expands options on popular winter routes. Tickets
Alaska stretches across a scale that can feel almost impossible to grasp in a single trip. Its coastline alone runs for thousands of miles, marked by fjords and tidewater glaciers, while the interior holds vast stretches of tundra, forests, and towering peaks. A cruisetour offers one thoughtful way to experience both realms without the need