Miami Airport MIA
The Passenger Terminal Complex at Miami Airport consists of three connected terminals:
- The North Terminal with Concourse D & Customs facilities,
- The Central Terminal with Concourses E, F & G
- The South Terminal with Concourses H & J (all gates are on level 2). Each of the Terminals’ Concourses serves specific airlines.
The North Terminal houses Concourse D and baggage claim 21-27 and is the hub for Latin America & the Caribbean. The North Terminal Market Place (between gates D26-D28) currently offers: 305 Pizza; Cuban Crafters cigars; Fig & Fennel; Half Moon Empanadas; Miami Marlins merchandise; Maru & Friends (collectible porcelain dolls by award-winning artist); Estefan Kitchen Express (healthy grab-and-go Cuban classics) with full-service Bortran Rum Mojito Bar; My Ceviche’ seafood deli; and soon ‘Chefs of the Caribbean’.
Concourse D (1-mile-long) is served by American & American Eagle. It houses gates D1-D60 (level 2), served by the Skytrain on its roof with four stations, running between the east and west Gates – completing its route within 5 minutes:
– Skytrain Station 1 stops near gate D17 at eastern-most end of the Conourse and serves gates D1-19.
– Skytrain Station 2 stops between gates D20-25 – with access to domestic baggage claim.
– Skytrain Station 3 serves gates D26-39 (Admirals Club is at D30), passport control, exit to Central/South Terminals; and gates E1-35 of Central Terminal (with walkway to gates E10-30).
– Skytrain Station 4 serves gates D40-60, and the new Regional Commuter Facility with 2 concourse level gates and covered outdoor walkways to 12 lower-level gates for American Eagle.
The Central Terminal houses Concourses E, F & G (F in center), and has corresponding baggage claims 14, 15,19 for E; 10, 11 for F; and 12, 13 for G.
Concourse E with gates E2-E33 houses gates E2-E11 (reached from level 2), and satellite gates E20-33, reached by train from level 4 of the Central Terminal. near Gate E-5 is the new children’s play area. Concourse E houses Airberlin, American, British, Iberia, InterJet, Qatar.
Concourse F with gates F1-F23 -reached from level 2 of the Central Terminal- houses the following airlines: Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Air Europa, Avior, BOA Bolivia, BOA, Cayman Airways, Eurowings, Finnair, Miami Air, PAWA Dominicana, SBA S3, Sun Country, Surinam, Swift, TAP Portugal, Thomas Cook, TUfly, Virgin Atlantic, Volaris, WestJet, World Atlantic, XL Airways France & Xtra Airways.
Concourse G with gates G1-19 -reached from level 2 of the Central Terminal -houses on level 2. Concourse G houses Aruba, Bahamasair, Frontier, United & WOW Air.
The South Terminal houses Concourses H & J (H at right, J at left) with baggage claims 5 – 8 for H, and 1 – 4 for J arrivals. A new ‘virtual reality passenger assistant, named Leticia gives passengers information regarding the 60 shops, restaurants & services.
Concourse H with gates H3-17 (reached from level 2), houses gates H3-17. NOTE: Concourse H is to be prepared to handle international flights of large A380 aircraft. Concourse H houses Aerolineas Argentinas, AeroMexico, Air France, Delta, KLM, and Turkish airlines.
Concourse J houses gates J2-J18 (reached from level 2). International Arrivals at South Terminal will be processed at Arrivals J. Concouse J houses Air Canada, Alitalia, Austrian, Avianca, Caribbean, Copa, El Al, LATAM, Lufthansa, SAS, Swiss, and VivaColombia.
A Joan Miró art trail
Get ready for a journey through the land and the work of one of the most original, influential artists of the 20th century: Joan Miró. Your traveling companions will be rebellion, imagination, eccentricity, color, strange geometrical constructions, and surrealist collages and sculptures. We will be stopping in the city of his birth, Barcelona; in Mont-Roig, a destination which captivated Miró; in Madrid and its famous Reina Sofía National Art Museum, and in Palma, where Miró spent his final years.
On this journey, you will feel a special connection between Miró and the nature surrounding him in Mont-Roig and Mallorca. Experience the intensity of seeing his work in person, and find out more about this artist, recipient of awards ranging from an honorary doctorate from Harvard to Spain’s Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts.
Barcelona, the city of his birth
Joan Miró was born in Barcelona in 1893, and the city was also the site of his first solo exhibition and the birthplace of his only daughter.
This fabulous city, which today attracts tourists of every stripe, is full of traces of this artist. Oddly enough, he began his career as an accountant to create unique paintings and a plethora of sculptures and prints. We suggest taking at least a weekend to discover the most important sites. And if you have longer, that’s even better.
Mont-Roig del Camp, the artist’s refuge
You will find this small town in Tarragona province, around 120 kilometers south of Barcelona.
Distance: 125km
Journey: By car / Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
In 1911 Miró caught typhoid fever and spent time convalescing in a farmhouse his parents had recently bought here. It seems that he fell in love with the place and its natural setting, as he would go on to spend a great deal of time in Mont-Roig and drew inspiration from its landscapes. He even said that “all my work is conceived in Mont-Roig.” Did you know that one of his most important works, The Farm, is based on this place?
Palma de Mallorca, the final years
According to Miró, “Mallorca is a charming island, where some places still have the freshness of the first days of creation.”
Distance: 261km
He had a special relationship with Mallorca: his mother was from there, as was his wife Pilar Juncosa, whom he married on the island, and he died there. You will love this beautiful Mediterranean island and its turquoise waters. An excellent way to get here is to fly from Barcelona to the airport of Palma de Mallorca, the capital (the flight takes just one hour).In 1956 Miró moved to Palma, where he built a house and the studio he had always dreamed of, designed by his friend Josep Lluís Sert. This studio is now part of the Fundació Pilar I Joan Miró, which of course, we recommend you visit. The center was designed by Moneo and held around 6,000 works by the artist. In summer, ask if there is a concert in the gardens. While in Palma, have a delightful swim in one of the island’s coves, or visit the Cathedral or Bellver Castle. Visit museums with artists’ works, such as the Juan March Foundation or Es Baluard Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
Madrid, the perfect complement
Miró’s fame transcends frontiers, with his work being in museums internationally and in Madrid.
Distance: 640km
Spain’s capital enjoys excellent transport links (the flight from Palma de Mallorca takes around an hour and a half, and the options for traveling between Madrid and Barcelona include an Air Shuttle with daily flights up to every 20 minutes on working days). In the city center, you’ll want to visit the famous Reina Sofía National Art Museum to see works by Miró like “Femme, oiseau, étoile (Homenatge a Pablo Picasso)” (Woman, Bird, and Star [Homage to Picasso]). You will also have two more world-famous museums nearby: the Prado and the Thyssen-Bornemisza. And if you want to see the last work of art by this artist, go to the Parliament building (Palacio de Congresos, Paseo de la Castellana, 99) to see the mural by Miró facing Avenida General Perón.
10 Last Minute Gifts for the Global Adventurer in Your Life
Hello again eggnog, sleigh bells and snow! Or maybe it’s rum punch, white sand, and palm trees decorated with twinkling lights. Wherever you celebrate it’s that time of year again. Dinners, festivities, and of course gift giving. Finding that perfect present can be stressful. It’s a true art.
Now that the pressure is on, don’t panic. Choose off our curated gift list that will delight everyone from your fave foodie to your fashionista to your DIY obsessed bestie. Now, get shopping!
Garlic & Herb Wreath from Blue Quail
Arriving from the cold with wreath in hand for your host is like becoming a character from A Christmas Carol. This year, elevate your Dickensian gift-giving game to a new level with this stunning and edible Blue Quail Garlic & Herb Wreath. The aroma fills the room, and its beauty lasts for weeks. The lucky chef can pluck fresh rosemary, garlic, and thyme for their Christmas goose. Don’t forget to add a bottle of wine to the gift to round out the holiday feast. We recommend the Blue Quail Old Vine Zinfandel, “beautifully proportioned, but purposefully restrained,” a limited production wine that pairs with dinner parties year-round.
https://bluequail.com/collections/bay-leaf-wreaths-garlands-swags
Orphan Ten Pottery
Pottery shards tell the story of civilizations past. This is what drew artist Shannon Kelly into the world of pottery. Each of her delicate and stunning pieces is a work of art which tells the stories of her family, life, and surroundings. Once you give a piece to a loved one, they become part of its story as well. Everything Kelly makes is unique or, as she puts it “few of a kind.” She releases her designs four times a year so be sure to sign up for the mailing list to find out when her coveted winter creations will debut.
SSKEIN Baby Alpaca Beanie
A warm, cozy beanie is a staple of long plane rides and winter travelers. SSKEIN creates vibrant, luxurious hats using high quality baby alpaca fleece sourced from sustainable vendors. The colors are rich and make cold weather wardrobes pop – choose from scarlet, amber, cameo pink, green envy, and more. Bonus! When you give the gift of SSKEIN you become part of their Beloved Beanie campaign. For each hat purchased, they donate a warm hat to Mary’s Place, a non-profit helping families out of homelessness.
Cook Real Hawai’i
The minute you open this gorgeous cookbook, the warm Hawaiian breezes will waft into your kitchen. Cook Real Hawai’i brings Chef Sheldon Simeon’s recipes from Maui’s Tin Roof into your home. These dishes are comforting, delicious, colorful, and full of flavor. The best way to enjoy these pupus, mixed plates, and mains is ‘ohana style. And that’s what the holidays are all about – family.
The Works Seattle DIY Kits
The Works Seattle is a nurturing and crafty space where artists come together to learn and explore making beautiful things. Their motto, “Everyone is welcome at The Works, always,” captures that spirit. If you’re not a Seattle local, you’re still invited to join the creative movement. Their DIY kits are chic and unique – a thoughtful gift for hosts, budding artists, and anyone who loves to turn their home into an art studio. DIY Bath Bombs, Beeswax Wraps, Gourmet Garden, Strawberry Mochi, Cookie Decorating or our fave—Indigo Shibori—are all available to ship.
Panama pocket notebook
Indiana Jones meets Patrick Leigh Fermor with the Panama pocket notebook. This vintage-style leather journal is handcrafted in England using the finest cross-grain leather. Inspired by the Panama Agenda invented in 1908, this thought-collector is titled “Travels and Experiences”—the perfect travel companion for the adventurers on your holiday list.
Nodpod eye mask
The dreaded red eye flight is part of travel, unfortunately. How do travelers battle these restless, sleepless flights? Try the Nodpod eye mask. Designed to help light sleepers this mask is weighted to give extra comfort and keep out the light. The mask can be secured with its pull-through slit and is also effective just draped over the eyes. The heaviness promotes a deeper, more restful slumber, just like in your own bed. Hello Hong Kong, good-bye jet lag!
https://nodpod.com/
Shaggy – Christmas in the Islands Deluxe Edition
https://urbanislandz.com/2021/10/25/shaggy-drops-christmas-in-the-islands-album-deluxe/
Wish you could be in Jamaica this holiday? So do we! If it’s not possible to be on island time this season pick up the deluxe edition of Shaggy’s Christmas in the Islands. One of the best holiday albums of the decade – the vibe will transport revelers to the Caribbean from the first few mellow chords. Classic and original songs plus plenty of guest appearances by music icons like Junior Reid and Rayvon. Mix up a rum punch and turn up “Raggamuffin Christmas” to get “Warm and Easy.”
Arlo Skye luggage
For a wow factor gift, look no farther than Arlo Skye luggage. Your bags will practically jump off the baggage claim conveyor belt, or at least the colors will stand out from the crowd of boring business fare. Choose from Zipper Carry-On Max, Zipper Carry-On Max with Front Pocket, or Zipper Check In. Some colors have groovy interior patterns, and all have impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior, tamper-proof double-coil outer zippers, whisper-quiet wheels, an integrated TSA-approved combination lock, a removable power bank, and an anti-microbial interior lining, plus a phone charger that boosts batteries half-way in under 30 minutes. For a real jaw-dropper—gift the whole set.
Urban Map Glass
On the rocks, please! Sip that favorite spirit from an elegantly etched cocktail glass. Choose from popular urban cities in the U.S. and Canada. Mix and match to remember past vacations or collect four of the same and show your city pride. This is a great gift for mixologists, map enthusiasts, or just friends who love to collect conversation-starting barware. Mixers not included.
Swing from the Trees
Treehouses are magical inventions that offer peaceful dreams while sleeping among the branches. If you haven’t slept in a treehouse since childhood, now is the time to book a peaceful escape into the woods. To attain that suspended-in-the-air luxury experience check into Treehouse Whidbey on Whidbey Island in Washington. It’s a perfectly designed tiny house, with functional, elegant décor. Every nook has a cozy place to curl up with tea and a book. Hidden doors in the walls provide coffee, Turkish linens, and extra blankets. The perfect woodwork is so surroundings-appropriate that guests soon start to dream of living permanently in the trees.
Outside swing in a hammock, meander down the path to Possession Beach Waterfront Park or ask superhosts Max & Tatiana to ignite the firepit. Grab wine, charcuterie, and a lunch box to-go from Ciao for a picturesque al fresco feast on the treehouse balcony. Then play Whidbey-opoly for some competitive fun while learning about your temporary habitat. The islands of Washington State are magical vacation spots – sleeping with the birds above the Puget Sound just makes them even more so.
Treehouse Whidbey
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Lofty Stays Around the World
Treehouse Hotel, Sweden
Leave it to the Scandinavians to bring uber-modern design and fantastical architecture to their treehouse experience. Sleep in a Bird’s Nest, a Mirror Cube, or even a UFO!
Treehouse Lodge, Costa Rica
A suspension bridge leads to a split-level wooden abode with hand-carved furniture and that Pura Vida eco-vibe. Steps from yoga classes, surfing, and jungle treks in the Cahuita National Park, this is more than just a hideaway hotel.
https://www.costaricatreehouse.com/room/treehouse/
Dreamy Tropical Tree House, Hawaii
Follow a red cinder path to a swinging day bed, then ascend into the bamboo treehouse for a secluded retreat. Volcano National Park is just a few miles away, or simply enjoy the Hawaiian wildlife and soothing sounds of the environment. Mahalo.
Great ways to enjoy Madrid
The Madrilenos operate at a different pace of life to most of us. It is relaxed, leisurely and calm. Reset your watches and your time-clocks and keep those afternoons slow… it’s not until night-time when Madrid bursts into life. Madrid is a city of over three million, situated on the Manzanares River in the centre of Spain. It offers much to tourists who will be drawn to the areas of Old Madrid and Bourbon Madrid, an area that stretches from the Palacio Real to Parque del Retiro.
It is a contrast of magnificence versus idyllic relaxation and freedom. Almost everything you could want can be found here, from flamenco to tapas, architecture to art, bullfighting to chocolate con churros, and a history that may prove as unexpected as it is beautiful. A walk along the Gran Via, the capital’s famous, central street, takes you through much of this history. A diversion down any side street will lead to more wonders.
La Puerta del Sol is the city’s most famous square, with a clock tower that draws thousands of the city’s residents on New Year’s Eve. The nearby Plaza Mayor might hum like a tourist trap, but its architecture and vibrancy are mesmerizing. The square was inaugurated in 1620 by Felipe III, and it is a statue of him on horseback that dominates the center of the square.
Tourist books list endless “must-visit” destinations, but here are five that embrace very different aspects of Madrid’s magnificence and charm.
The Prado
The Prado is home to one of the world’s great museums, which opened as far back as 1819. An art lover could visit for a week and never step outside, getting lost in a maze of rooms with many of the world’s greatest works of art. The European masters (Velázquez and Goya, chiefly, alongside Raphael, Rubens and Bosch) dominate but this is a museum that spans the ages from the 12th to the 19th centuries. There is so much to see that it requires careful planning if you wish to appreciate the different artists and eras. Whistle-stop options are available, of course, with highlights including “Las Meninas” by Velazquez, and the frightening “The Garden of Delights” by Bosch, a large triptych that pulls you into the beauty and horror of creation and damnation.
Given the queues that wind out onto the tree-shaded El Paseo del Prado, buying tickets in advance is recommended. Even better, buy the “Art Walk” ticket which grants entry to two of the city’s other big museums: Thyssen Bornemisza and Reina Sofia. The latter is home to Picasso’s disturbing Guernica, a 25-foot wide oil that depicts the village of Guernica being bombed during the Spanish Civil War. The three museums are all within a short distance of each other, in one of Madrid’s most vibrant districts.
A walk at night
A walk around the heart of Old and Bourbon Madrid is a revelation when darkness falls. The night is lit up and positively buzzing with energy. Fountains shimmer as water spills over marble sculptures, buildings bask in the glow of light on stone and statues loom out of the shadows on street promenades and from perches on buildings overhead. Start at the Plaza de la Independencia on the north-west corner of Parque del Retiro and stroll west across plazas, and along streets that vibrate with activity. This is when the locals come out to eat, drink and play so there’s no better time to get a taste of the city. Enjoy the busy bars and restaurants or find a bench in La Puerta del Sol and watch the Spaniards at their hippest and best.
Wherever you go, people are walking and the current sweeps you on towards the Palacio Real, which blushes violet under the night lights. The Plaza de Oriente sprawls before the palace and proves a magnet for musicians. Leaning against railings or sitting on walls they play to crowds who stand and listen or lounge under nearby trees. Stay and listen, then head back along different streets and enjoy the night time adventure that makes Madrid so special.
El Escorial
Madrid offers day trips in almost any direction you choose, but to the north west of the city lies El Escorial, one of Spain’s jewels and one of the country’s biggest tourist attractions. It is worth taking the 60 minute bus journey (the 664 and 661 leave regularly from Moncloa bus station on the western edge of Old Madrid) as buses weave through Madrid’s suburbs and through the countryside. The bus also drops you at the heart of the town, bringing you a lot closer to El Escorial than the train.
El Escorial is a 16th Century royal monastery in the town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama. It was built for Philip II, King of Spain, and demonstrates how monarchy and religion combined so seamlessly in earlier centuries. Bright stone, cobbled squares, endless courtyards and a basilica of remarkable proportions – its dome rises a hundred meters – all promise an intriguing look into the past. Today, it is a monastery, palace, school and museum and visitors can explore on their own or through guided tours. In the library, aged globes show a very different world to the one we are familiar with, while the ceiling and walls are adorned with frescoes in brilliant colors. Each room can stop you in your tracks, but it is the Royal Pantheon chamber beneath the basilica that may be the most remarkable of all. Here lie the remains of Spanish kings for the past five centuries, preserved in sepulchers and arranged neatly on top of one another for visitors to behold. It is fascinating if somewhat morbid sight.
This remains the most important architectural monument of the Spanish Renaissance and the building still houses many of the masterpieces selected by Velasquez for Philip IV, including Titian’s Last Supper. Visit early in the morning or mid-afternoon (when Spain slips into siesta mode) for the quietest times as El Escorial is worth taking time over.
Parque del Retiro
Once a retreat for the Royal family, the park is now open to anyone who wants to walk through this idyllic, tree-laced utopia. Surrounded by busy roads, you quickly get lost in the peacefulness of its 320 acres. It is endlessly popular with the locals who flock to it in the evenings for its shaded pathways, fountains, boating lake and the remarkable Crystal Palace. Time almost slows down here, although the outer paths are popular with joggers, so beware.
Further in you can spread out on the grass, admire the many sculptures (including the large monument surrounding a statue of King Alfonso XII, which overlooks the lake), hire a boat or simply stroll between the trees and gardens. The park has been here for over three centuries but it is not simply about adding a beautiful green space to the city. Its purpose runs deeper as the endless stretches of trees offer a cooling effect for those who want to escape the heat of the day – which explains why Retiro translates as “retreat”.
The park is not far from the Prado and the Botanic Gardens on the eastern border of Bourbon Madrid.
Rastro flea market day
A Sunday stroll or a scrum of multitudes thronging the streets in the center of Madrid – however, you want to look at it, this is a flea market unlike anything you’ve seen. Street after street is lined with stalls – possibly over 3,000 – selling everything from leather clothes to jewelry to furniture to antiques. Packed with locals and tourists alike, it is a vibrant atmosphere where you can buy, haggle or just gawk at the colorful spectacle. It is such a maze you might find it hard to escape but, should that happen, relax and drop into one of the many bars and restaurants that feed Plaza de Cascorro, Calle Ribera de Curtidores and the surrounding streets.
Every tourist guide will tell you to beware of pickpockets who are rife at the market.
Music and food
Almost every street, nook and cranny leads to a bar, restaurant or club. From the joys of fast tapas to Michelin-starred luxury, the Madrilenos know how to enjoy themselves. After the quiet pace of lunchtime, Madrid comes alive at night, often much later than visitors might be used to. It is always worth staying up to experience the real beat of city life – and it gives you another excuse to revel in that afternoon siesta. Remember, if you wish to eat in one of Madrid’s top restaurants or visit the flamenco clubs, advance booking is essential.
Where to stay
Try the 4 star Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII, a palace from the 19th Century that overlooks Parque del Retiro. There is something charming about opening curtains and seeing acres of trees and space in front of you. A stroll after breakfast will get your day off to the perfect start.
Transport
The underground Metro system is fast and efficient, but the tourist buses show off so much more of the city. It may fall into that typical lazy tourist category, but traveling on one of the open-air double decker buses is refreshing as well as educational. There are two routes, running well into the night, and the eastern route takes you out to the Palacio Real.
The commuter bus service is recommended for transport to and from the airport. It is fast and a lot cheaper than a taxi.
By Paul Johnson
World Landmarks Every American Wants To See Most
Luxury travel provider Kuoni, using Google search data, has revealed that the Eiffel Tower in Paris is the landmark Americans want to see most, having topped the wish lists of people in 21 states.
The data was used to establish the average monthly search volume in 176 countries and all 50 U.S. states for 233 different landmarks across the world.
Only landmarks which were foreign to the country searching were included so, for instance, the Eiffel Tower and the Cathedral of Notre Dame were excluded in the French results.
While Paris’ Eiffel Tower is certainly a well-known choice, some picks on the list were interesting.
Such as the landmark most states want to travel abroad to see after the Eiffel Tower is the ruins of Pompeii, Italy, and Mount Fuji in Japan.
Machu Picchu in Peru, Stonehenge in England and the Great Wall of China also feature on America’s landmark bucket list
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, online searches for the world’s most famous landmarks have risen by 20 percent over the past month. Curious to discover which landmarks the U.S. wants to visit most, Kuoni analysed search data to find out the most Googled foreign landmarks in America.
Paris’ Eiffel Tower topped landmark searches for 42 percent of U.S. states.
1) Eiffel Tower
2) Pompeii, Italy
3) Mount Fuji, Japan
4) Great Wall of China
5) Machu Piccu, Peru
6) Stonehenge, England
7) Taj Mahal, India
The full findings have been compiled into a map that showcases every state’s most searched for foreign landmark at a glance.
To view the map and for continental and country-specific information, visit Kuoni’s website.
These are the best US Airlines for flying with pets
For many of us, our pets are family and leaving them behind when we need to travel is a stressful affair. Of course, trying to fly with pets in tow can also cause major headaches, especially since some of the rules have recently changed.
In December of last year, the U.S. Transportation Department set new limits on the types of animals that qualify as service animals and ruled that designated emotional support animals no longer count.
This summer, NerdWallet pored over the fine print about flying with pets on each of the nine major U.S. airlines, and rated them on a five-point scale according to 11 different variables, including their pet fees, whether they transport pets in cargo, whether they impose species limitations, their safety record for pet transport and more. These are the airlines that took first and tied for second place.
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines was discovered to be the best airline overall when flying with pets, charging the lowest fees and offering the most flexible pet policy in terms of the types of animals they’ll transport.
In Main Cabin:
—Alaska’s had the best fee of $100 each way for transporting a pet in the main cabin inside a kennel or carrier. You can even transport two pets of the same species and similar size in one carrier, essentially paying $50 for each.
—Passengers can bring up to two carriers in the main cabin and fly with up to four pets, but you’ll need to have booked at least two seats to accommodate two separate carriers.
—While many airlines only allow cats and dogs to fly in the main cabin, Alaska’s policy is more inclusive, allowing rabbits and household birds, as well.
—As is the case with most airlines, pet carriers count toward your carry-on bag allotment, so you’ll probably need to plan on checking some baggage.
In Cargo:
—Alaska will transport not only dogs, cats, birds, or rabbits in checked baggage or cargo, but also ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, non-poisonous reptiles, pot-bellied pigs and tropical fish.
—Fees for transporting pets in cargo start at $250, but vary according to your route and the size of your pet.
American Airlines
American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines tied for second place with solid scores for overall pet-friendliness.
In Main Cabin:
—American’s fee is $125 for pets flying in the main cabin within North America.
—Its pet policy permits passengers to bring one kennel that fits under the seat in front of them in place of one of their carry-ons, but pets must be kept kenneled for the entire flight.
In Cargo:
—Passengers can choose to transport pets as checked baggage with fees starting at $200, which is the only option available to owners of animals too large to fit in the main cabin.
Hawaiian Airlines
In Main Cabin:
—Hawaiian Airlines also charges $125 for pets in the main cabin on flights within North America.
—Pets are permitted on almost all of Hawaiian’s North American flights, though New York-JFK, Boston, Orlando and Austin routes don’t allow pets.
—The pet carrier must fit under the seat and weigh less than 25 pounds with the animal inside.
—Note that pets aren’t permitted to fly first class on any of Hawaiian’s North American flights, due to space limitations.
—Also, note that traveling with pets to Hawaii becomes quite complicated because the Hawaii Department of Agriculture requires all pets to be quarantined, which carries additional costs starting at $185 per pet.
In Cargo:
—First-class flyers or those with pets too large to fit in the main cabin can transport their pet in cargo, with fees starting at $225 for travel between North America and Hawaii.
The rest of the nine major U.S. airlines were rated as follows: Frontier and Southwest coming in fourth and fifth, respectively; followed by Spirit in sixth, JetBlue in seventh, Delta in eighth and United in last place as the least pet-friendly airline, according to NerdWallet’s analysis.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at these great hotels
Thanksgiving can be a great escape for a multi-generational family or just a small couple’s vacation, especially after last year. When you’d like to get away for the holiday while still celebrating with a delicious meal and other holiday festivities, check out these awesome hotels from California to the United Kingdom that offer Thanksgiving programming.
Marriott Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, California
A Thanksgiving stay at the Marriott Irvine Spectrum can include a delicious Thanksgiving meal at Heirloom Farmhouse Kitchen, complete with three courses of your favorite holiday essentials with an elevated twist, including roasted turkey and pecan pie.
Lido House, an Autograph Collection, Newport Beach, California
Lido House, an Autograph Collection, is offering a grand Thanksgiving meal at its restaurant, The Mayor’s Table. The Fallen Orchard Thanksgiving meal offers four courses complete with a fall vegetable stew, salad, turkey breast, beef wellington and pumpkin pie and baked Alaska for dessert. Children under four eat free.
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, Dana Point, California
The Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club includes a Thanksgiving meal at three of its dining options, as well as a custom dessert like pumpkin or pecan pie made to order. Children 6-15 years old can enjoy a Thanksgiving Junior Golf Camp to enjoy the warm weather.
Washington School House, Park City, Utah
The boutique hotel located within a historic building, the Washington School House in Park City will offer an intimate Thanksgiving dinner complete with turkey and your favorite side dishes, including a variety of pies for dessert.
Hotel del Coronado, Coronado, California
Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at the historic Hotel del Coronado. With warm weather and a delicious feast in the Crown Room, families can enjoy an elegant dining experience. After the meal, the hotel will offer its Home for the Holidays programming, which includes holiday decor throughout the hotel’s property.
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, Rancho Santa Fe, California
The Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is offering a large Thanksgiving buffet for its guests, as well as a pre-ordered to-go option, with plenty of options to choose from, including turkey, salmon, ribs and seven different dessert options! Picky eaters? No problem!
Carmel Valley Ranch, Carmel, California
Carmel Valley Ranch, located near Big Sur and Monterey, is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet using ingredients from its own kitchen garden at its restaurant, Valley Kitchen. Kids can also enjoy crafts, face painting and a balloon artist to round out a memorable holiday experience.
The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, McLean, Virginia
Just outside of Washington, D.C. is The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. This hotel will offer a Thanksgiving Day brunch, including fun extras like a photo station, magician, balloon artist and a jazz band. For a physically distanced Thanksgiving experience, guests can order a turkey or prime rib Thanksgiving meal to-go, which can be enjoyed in-room.
Town and Country, San Diego, California
At Town and Country in San Diego, guests can enjoy a delicious and inventive Thanksgiving meal at ARLO, its restaurant. Guests who’d like to remain physically distanced can purchase the Thanksgiving Soiree Suite package, which includes a three-course meal from ARLO for 8-25 individuals, as well as free parking and included access to the resort’s amenities.
HALCYON, a hotel in Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado
HALCYON, a hotel in Cherry Creek, is offering the Attitude of Gratitude Package for Thanksgiving parties. Guests who book this package will be greeted upon arrival with house-made holiday drinks like Chai lattes, as well as their Wellness Passport, which offers free classes to the city’s fitness studios. Guests who also book three nights will receive a free fourth night. Thanksgiving dinner is available at the hotel’s restaurant, Local Jones.
Hilton Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Newly reopened after its multi-million dollar renovation, Hilton Los Cabos is offering guests who stay over the Thanksgiving holiday a family-style four-course dinner featuring wines from local winery Corona del Valle.
Marquis Los Cabos, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Located along the gorgeous Sea of Cortez, the Marquis Los Cabos is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort that is offering a Thanksgiving dinner buffet for its holiday guests. Featuring a dinner with live music and delicious dishes, guests will love celebrating in a relaxed and elevated atmosphere.
The Goring, London, UK
The luxurious four-generation, family-run hotel The Goring is offering its American guests a delicious Michelin-starred six-course meal including the traditional turkey and pumpkin pie.
The Mitre, London, UK
From October 1 through to Thanksgiving, The Mitre is offering a theatrical American Thanksgiving dinner experience. Complete with American-style everything, the hotel will offer delicious food and delightful camaraderie with a stunning backdrop of the River Thames.
The Stafford, London, UK
The five-star, independent boutique hotel The Stafford will offer a three-course Thanksgiving dinner at its restaurant, The Game Bird, offering a taste of home for Americans.
Eden Roc Cap Cana, Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
The Eden Roc Cap Cana will offer the largest Thanksgiving celebration yet: the Happy Thanksgiving Weekend Program, including five days of fun kids activities, themed cooking classes and Thanksgiving dinners.
Conrad Punta de Mita, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
The Conrad Punta de Mita is offering a weekend full of Thanksgiving-themed activities, including a Huichol cultural ceremony welcoming the harvest at Codex, the resort’s signature restaurant, as well as a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and gratitude-themed spa treatments. Guests who book four nights can receive a fifth free over the holiday weekend.
Nation’s Leading Art Dealers Come Together in NYC for The Art Show November 3-7, 2021
Members of The Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA), the nation’s foremost nonprofit organization of leading art dealers, return together this fall for The Art Show to showcase their dynamic programs—featuring more than 40 solo presentations, as well as an array of dual, thematic, and group exhibitions. Inaugurating a new moment on the international fair calendar and enlivening the fall arts season in New York, the 2021 edition takes place at the Park Avenue Armory with new fall dates, November 4 through November 7, with the annual Benefit Preview on Wednesday, November 3. This year’s fair sees the launch of an accompanying online hub, TheArtShow.org, for collectors and the public to engage with The Art Show from anywhere in the world. Beginning this fall, the site will offer virtual access to works from the fair, experts from ADAA member galleries, and the fair’s on-site programming.
All proceeds from fair admissions to the Benefit Preview and the run of show support Henry Street Settlement, one of New York’s leading social service, arts, and health care organizations. The Art Show represents Henry Street Settlement’s greatest source of unrestricted funding, having raised over $33 million through its three-decade partnership with the ADAA. For the 10th consecutive year in 13 years of partnership, AXA XL, a division of AXA, a pioneering specialist in the fine art and collectibles insurance space, is the Lead Partner of The Art Show.
Throughout fair week, The Art Show features public conversations with major collectors, curators, museum leaders, and industry experts, including collector Alvin Hall, writer and editor Brian Droitcour, and curator Christiane Paul, among others. Extending programming beyond the fair, the ADAA has organized for the third year the ADAA Upper East Side Gallery Walk, a collaboration between 27 ADAA member galleries in the Park Avenue Armory’s surrounding neighborhood, on Saturday, November 6, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ADAA Member Presentations at The Art Show 2021
Recognized for its unhurried atmosphere that enables one-on-one conversations with gallerists, The Art Show comprises 72 thoughtfully-curated exhibitions proposed by ADAA members, which are selected by The Art Show Committee, also constituted by members, to ensure the standard of connoisseurship that is synonymous with the fair. Over half of this year’s presentations are dedicated to exploring the practices and significance of artists from around the world, ranging from key art historical figures of the 19th century, to up-and-coming voices in contemporary art. Highlights of solo and dual presentations include:
- Major new drapo Vodou works by Haitian artist Myrlande Constant, curated by gallery-represented artist Tomm El-Saieh and presented by Luhring Augustine;
- Yancey Richardson’s presentation of iconic self-portraits by Tseng Kwong Chi, and Tseng’s photo sequence made in collaboration with Keith Haring and Bill T. Jones;
- A selection of works by Argentinian artist Xul Solar, curated by Gabriela Rangel, former Artistic Director of Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, and presented by Sicardi | Ayers | Bacino;
- Tina Kim Gallery’s showcase of paintings and works on paper with bright colors and bold gestures by Korean artist Wook-Kyung Choi;
- The debut of five monumental tapestries by Navajo weaver Melissa S. Cody, in her first Art Show appearance, with Garth Greenan Gallery;
- Sprüth Magers’s solo presentation of works by pioneering conceptual artist John Baldessari that illustrate the artist’s consistent exploration of film and cinematic imagery;
- P.P.O.W’s three-decade survey of Katharine Kuharic’s simultaneously pastoral and pop paintings that have defined a genre of distinctly queer image-making;
- Bluemner and the Critics, organized by Menconi + Schoelkopf Fine Art, uniting American modernist Oscar Bluemner’s drawings, watercolors, and paintings, with his “Easel Notes” sketchbooks, and writings on art, as well as text from Dr. Roberta Smith Favis, Professor Emerita of Art History at Stetson University;
- Avery Galleries’s presentation of works by Arthur B. Carles, examining the artist’s important contributions to early American modernism;
- Jenkins Johnson Gallery’s presentation of rare paintings by Wadsworth Jarrell, along with fine art garments and sculptures by Jae Jarrell, both of whom are founding members of AfriCOBRA and helped create and define the aesthetics of the Black Arts Movement;
- Over three decades of Dorothea Tanning’s seminal paintings, ranging dramatically in scale and idiom, accompanied by a complementary salon-style grouping of her smaller paintings and works on paper, exhibited by Gallery Wendi Norris;
- David Kordansky Gallery’s two-person exploration of luminosity, featuring Parabolic Lens sculptures by Fred Eversley and new works on paper by Mary Weatherford, made especially for The Art Show;
- Photography-based works and sculptures by Venice Biennale Golden Lion recipient Su-Mei Tse, presented by Peter Blum Gallery;
- Feminist artist Rachel Lachowicz’s career survey, exhibited by Shoshana Wayne Gallery, featuring major works such as her iconic red lipstick renderings of Marcel Duchamp’s urinals;
- Michael Werner’s selection of important works by Dada pioneer Jean Arp;
- Vibrant and joyful paintings by Moe Brooker, mounted by June Kelly Gallery;
- Ricco/Maresca’s solo presentation of seldom-seen work by self-taught artist William Hawkins;
- Alexander Gray Associates’s exhibition of recent and historic sculptures and works on paper by Melvin Edwards that invites viewers to meditate on the legacy of the African Diaspora through materiality; and
- Corbett vs. Dempsey’s showcase of drawings by Emilio Cruz and canvases by Omar Velázquez—both of different generations of the broader Caribbean diaspora, their work engages their national and ethnic identities through allegory and allusion.
Vibrant group and thematic presentations are consistently a highlight of The Art Show each year. This year’s exhibitions range from explorations of twentieth-century art-making in Brazil and Mexico, to a collection of more than 400 years of prints, drawings, and paintings by key figures of art history. They include:
- An exploration of the impact of Forrest Bess’s “visionary” paintings on post-war American abstraction, presented by Franklin Parrasch Gallery;
- A collection of 400 years of exceptional prints and drawings, including rare works by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, John Robert Cozens, Gustave Courbet, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Pablo Picasso, mounted by David Tunick, Inc.;
- Leon Tovar Gallery’s multigenerational examination of the radically experimental and eclectic artistic practices that emerged in Brazil during the twentieth century to challenge the bounds of the insular art object; and
- A selection of new work by Rebecca Morris and Lesley Vance, and historical work by Deborah Remington that, when brought together by Bortolami, chart a through line in the long history of female West Coast abstraction.
“It’s so exciting to bring members of the ADAA back together again, after an unprecedented year, to share their vibrant programs with the public, and engage directly with collectors and each other. With its new spot on the fall arts calendar moving forward, The Art Show is well-positioned to continue with its more than three-decades-long history of showcasing the high quality programs and expertise of our member galleries, as well as supporting the important work of Henry Street Settlement,” said Anthony Meier, President of the ADAA and Founder of Anthony Meier Fine Arts and Susan Sheehan, Chair of The Art Show Committee and Founder of Susan Sheehan Gallery.
“Henry Street Settlement joins the ADAA in embracing our return to the Park Avenue Armory, with a new date on the calendar and a deeply meaningful opportunity to come together in support of community members in need,” said David Garza, Henry Street Settlement President and CEO. “For 33 years, The Art Show has served not only as a seminal New York City cultural event but the largest source of unrestricted funding for Henry Street Settlement. During the pandemic, this funding allowed the Settlement to keep its doors wide open and its services uninterrupted; in fact we have significantly expanded programming, opening three food pantries, providing emergency cash assistance to unemployed workers including undocumented individuals and artists, and taking on new mental health and job-training programming. As ever, Henry Street is indebted to the ADAA and The Art Show patrons for sustaining this tradition of combining a world-class art experience with support for New Yorkers in need.”
VISITING THE ART SHOW 2021
Thursday, November 4 through Friday, November 5, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 6, 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 7, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Park Avenue Armory, Park Avenue and 67th Street, New York
Tickets, which are $30, or $20 if purchased by October 20, are available through www.TheArtShow.org. All proceeds from ticket sales throughout the run of the fair benefit Henry Street Settlement.
To provide the most safe and positive experience possible for all attendees, guests, exhibitors, and staff, The Art Show organizers are strictly following the most current COVID-19 capacity rules and guidelines from the State and City of New York and the CDC. All visitors, including staff, purchasers of tickets, VIPs, press, and their guests, must present proof of full vaccination status in paper form, digital application, or the New York State Excelsior Pass along with a government issued ID at the door for all members of your party. Upon entry visitors are required to remain masked at all times and respect social distancing. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to attend the Benefit Preview on November 3, and must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult in order to attend the Run of Show November 4 – 7. All COVID safety details, including The Art Show Attendance Waiver, are available at TheArtShow.org/Information.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMMING THROUGHOUT THE WEEK
The Art Show hosts a range of dynamic programs throughout the week, free with fair admission. The full program schedule is available at TheArtShow.org and will be continuously updated in the lead-up to the fair. Programs and events include talks and panel discussions with leading industry experts and figures, as well as the special events including:
Wednesday, November 3
4:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.: The Art Show Benefit Preview
The Art Show Benefit Preview brings together New York City’s arts and philanthropic communities to benefit Henry Street Settlement. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheArtShow.org.
Saturday, November 6
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: ADAA Upper East Side Gallery Walk
Nearly 30 ADAA member galleries open their doors to welcome the public to their exhibitions. Admission is free.
THE ART SHOW PARTNERS
Lead Partner: AXA XL
Generous support for The Art Show is provided by AXA XL, a division of AXA, a pioneering specialist in the fine art and collectibles insurance space. AXA XL provides insurance for artworks, collectibles, and high value items for the world’s most renowned institutions, collectors, and private clients. We partner with those who move the world forward. To learn more visit www.axaxl.com.
Online Fair Partner: Hook
Digital exhibitor pages for The Art Show 2021 are powered by Hook, the new online venue for curated exhibitions of fine art. Hook’s platform emphasizes the backstory of each included artwork and facilitates real-time communication between collectors, galleries, curators, and artists.
Travel Partner: Turon Travel
Travel reservations for The Art Show can be made online through Turon Travel. For group travel arrangements, email adaa@turontravel.com or call Turon at 800.952.7646 for the best-negotiated hotel and air travel rates.
Online Marketplace Partner: Artsy
The Art Show is partnering with Artsy, the leading global online art marketplace, to offer collectors to opportunity to save works, connect with galleries, follow exhibitors and artists, and transact with confidence at www.artsy.net/adaa-the-art-show from November 3–21, 2021.
Design Partner: Zumtobel
Lobby lighting fixtures for The Art Show are designed by Olafur Eliasson in collaboration with international lighting company Zumtobel. Zumtobel is passionate about designing and producing exceptional light, continuously pushing the boundaries in the search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence, superb craftsmanship and efficient performance.
Graphic Design: McCall Associates
The Art Show’s graphic identity is created by McCall Associates, a design studio that gives shape to projects of every size for museums and galleries, cultural institutions, and artists.
THE ART SHOW 2021 EXHIBITORS
Avery Galleries
James Barron Art
Berggruen Gallery
Peter Blum Gallery
Bortolami
Castelli Gallery
Cheim & Read
James Cohan
Thomas Colville Fine Art
Corbett vs. Dempsey
Danziger Gallery
Davidson Gallery
DC Moore Gallery
Tibor de Nagy
Debra Force Fine Art
Forum Gallery
Peter Freeman, Inc.
James Fuentes
Marian Goodman Gallery
GRAY
Alexander Gray Associates
Garth Greenan Gallery
Kavi Gupta
Hirschl & Adler Galleries
Hirschl & Adler Modern
Nancy Hoffman Gallery
Hosfelt Gallery
Susan Inglett Gallery
Jenkins Johnson Gallery
Karma
Kasmin
Kayne Griffin
June Kelly Gallery
Sean Kelly
Tina Kim Gallery
David Klein Gallery
David Kordansky Gallery
Locks Gallery
Jeffrey H. Loria & Co., Inc.
Luhring Augustine
Luxembourg + Co.
Lawrence Markey
Matthew Marks Gallery
Mary-Anne Martin | Fine Art
Barbara Mathes Gallery
Miles McEnery Gallery
Anthony Meier Fine Arts
Menconi + Schoelkopf Fine Art
Yossi Milo Gallery
Modernism Inc.
David Nolan Gallery
Gallery Wendi Norris
P.P.O.W
Pace Prints
Franklin Parrasch Gallery
Ricco/Maresca Gallery
Yancey Richardson
Michael Rosenfeld Gallery
Mary Ryan Gallery
Shoshana Wayne Gallery
Susan Sheehan Gallery
Sicardi | Ayers | Bacino
Jessica Silverman
Sperone Westwater
Sprüth Magers
TOTAH
Leon Tovar Gallery
David Tunick, Inc.
Van Doren Waxter
Michael Werner
Yares Art
David Zwirner
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Best places to eat in Spain
From Seville to San Sebastian making stops in Cáceres, Madrid, or Segovia, these are the seven best places to eat in Spain.
The modern traveler chooses more frequently destinations where tourism offer goes beyond monuments, museums, or beaches. Spaniards love to enjoy a good meal or dinner to recover strength and get to know in-depth the different cuisines offered by the various autonomous communities of the peninsula.
San Sebastian, Pais Vasco
The capital of Gipuzkoa always appears in any gastronomic ranking that boasts, and it is not in vain. Of the seven Spanish restaurants awarded with the highest distinction in the Michelin Guide, three of them located in San Sebastian: Akelarre, Arzak, and Martín Berasategui – the latter, in the nearby town of Lasarte, adding a total of 16 stars among all those located in the province.
Santiago de Compostela, Galicia
The superb quality of Galician products, both from the sea and from the garden, have made Santiago de Compostela a unique culinary destination. From mesones or pulperías to refined restaurants or seafood restaurants, it is impossible to eat poorly in Galicia. To admire first hand some of the most popular Compostela creations, such as the octopus a feira or empanada, nothing better than an early visit to the Mercado de Abastos, the second most visited attraction in the city after the Cathedral.
Bilbao
Like its neighbor Donostia, Bilbao has earned its culinary fame by the increasingly spectacular spiked bars that resemble those of ‘its sister.’ Eneko Atxa, in front of Azurmendi, and one of the Basque 3-stars, has many who come to the Biscayan capital do more than admire the Guggenheim museum. The museum’s restaurant, Nerua, with Josean Alija at the front of its stoves, Etxanobe or Etxebarri, number 13 on the World’s 50 Best list, are more than enough reasons to be seduced by the northern municipality.
Madrid
Few cities in the World offer a gastronomic variety and with a range of prices as Madrid. From the calamari sandwich in the outskirts of the Plaza Mayor, or eating the most authentic two-course menu at DiverXO. Defining the gastronomy of Madrid is complicated since it has been influenced by the different regional cuisines. However, some dishes indisputably bear the stamp of the capital of Spain, such as patatas bravas, the Madrid-style callos, or the cocido madrileño.
Barcelona, Catalunya
Few cities in the World can boast a culinary category like Barcelona, the birthplace of some of the most prominent chefs on the national scene, such as the Ferrán brothers and Albert Adrià, Carme Ruscalleda or Sergi Arola. Made with the best products offered by the sea and the mountains, it has adapted to modern times, as well as to the tastes and needs of the tourists that visit Barcelona. Its pleasant temperature makes Barcelona great fans of eating and being outside, and, if possible, on a sunny terrace. Besides, the aperitif tradition, with the vermouth at the head, seems to have returned with more strength than ever.
Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
Beyond paella, the cuisine of Valencia is vast, natural, and, above all, traditional. Fresh fish and seafood, one of the most fertile orchards in the country, and rice, the jewel in the crown, and cultivated since the Muslim era, the star in most of its dishes. Nothing like being seduced by La Albufera, bread and paprika; clóchinas, a more salty and nutritious mollusk than the mussel that grows only in Valencian waters, or the evolved proposals of two of its most renowned chefs, such as Ricard Camarena and Quique Dacosta.
Seville, Andalucía
Like Granada, the city of Seville has a well-deserved fame thanks to tapas, which every year attracts thousands of travelers to the feet of La Giralda and the Torre del Oro. Gazpacho or ‘pescaíto frito’ is part of its cookbook. The walls of some of Seville’s centuries-old restaurants and taverns have witnessed curious stories featuring colorful characters, as well as those of the Oven of San Buenaventura, one of the oldest in Spain, where since 1385 some of the desserts have been made typical of the area, such as Yemas de San Leandro, torrijas or borrachuelos.
By Carmen Caballero is the Founder of Exotik Traveler.
Seabourn’s 2024 World Cruise To Visit 72 Ports of Call
Seabourn has unveiled its 145-day “2024 World Cruise: Extraordinary Horizons,” which will visit 72 destinations in 28 countries on five continents. The cruise opens for sale on Oct. 13.
Seabourn Sojourn will depart Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2024, and travel west to Hawaii, South Pacific islands, New Zealand, Australia, and a number of destinations in Asia, Arabia, Egypt and the Holy Land, before ending in Athens, Greece, on June 5, 2024. The full cruise includes 20 overnights and late evening stays in 21 ports.
Segments ranging from 22 to 89 days are available.
The World Cruise will include two signature events – a “Caviar in the Surf” beach barbecue at Ko Kood, Thailand, and a private classical concert under the stars in the ancient ruins of Ephesus, Turkey.
Destination highlights includes Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam’s Halong Bay, Egypt, Petra, the Suez Canal, and the Holy Land.
The line is planning optional shore excursions in more than 25 ports with designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites, thanks to its partnership with UNESCO. The 2024 World Cruise will also feature a number of optional, mid-voyage overland excursions where guests will disembark at one port and rejoin the ship at another, so they can visit Luxor and the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, outback adventures in Australia, the Taj Mahal in India, UNESCO World Heritage sites in China and Cambodia, and more.
Included with the full 145-day voyage are a bon voyage dinner and overnight hotel stay before departure in Los Angeles, three exclusive World Cruise events, a president’s event, and pillow gifts.
Those who book the full 145-day voyage by May 31, 2023, will receive the above amenities, as well as roundtrip air; a $2,000 shipboard credit per person for Oceanview and Veranda Suites or $3,000 for Penthouse and Premium Suites; private car transfers between home and airport; luggage shipping service between home and ship in Los Angeles and Athens; unlimited laundry, dry cleaning and pressing on board; a visa package for U.S. and Canadian citizens; and 50 percent reduced deposit in U.S., Canadian and Australian markets.
The line is offering a 5 percent discount for repeat full World Cruise guests. Guests who book either the full world cruise or segments and pay in full by May 31, 2023, will receive an additional 3 percent savings off the cruise-only fare. Certain restrictions apply.
48 hours in Madrid
Check In:
A 19th-century Palacio (and former paper factory), Hotel Urso is not only bursting with personality, it occupies a particularly perfect slice of Salesas neighborhood real estate, which is in shouting distance of most major stopping points (The Prado, Retiro Park). In step with its surroundings, the exterior is all neoclassical grandeur, while inside and it’s a study in quiet modernism.
Rooms are spacious, warm, and neutral in palette, finished with floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of the city views. The Japanese-inspired spa (stocked with Natura Bissé and Sisley products) and greenhouse-style restaurant set Urso apart from most of its old-school, over-the-top-ritzy counterparts.
Eat:
Walking through the tavern-style entryway is akin to stepping into the Madrid of yesteryear: the plates are monogrammed, the waiters are suited-up, and the clientele spans politicians, local eccentrics, and the occasional royal. Casa Lucio is an olive-oil soaked slice of the old-world, traditional yet refined, with a classic menu of comfort food to match. Try the huevos estrellados—crispy, salty fried potatoes topped with runny eggs—and be sure to linger over dessert for the all-important sobremesa (loosely translates to post-dinner debate and conversation) that keeps Madrileños firmly planted at their tables until the early hours.
Do:
Madrid is renowned for museums, and despite its classical overtones, street art is kept alive by Boa Mistura, a multidisciplinary collective made up of five local creatives. Friends since their teen years of graffitiing the neighborhood, BM is fueled by their mission to build up the community and disrupt the notion that graffiti is vandalism. During a walking tour, your guide will point you toward many large-scale murals dotting the city.
Drink:
Bar Cock—in the same vein as Casa Lucio—is a Madrid institution. Slinging drinks since 1921, it has managed to stay not just relevant but packed with loyal patrons night after night. The cocktail-bar-meets-gastro-pub interior, with its roaring fireplace, cozy leather sofas, and soft candlelight, screams nightcap. And with an encyclopedic selection of whiskey, sherry, and other hard liquor behind the bar, staying for more than one is almost too easy.
DAY 2
Do:
Madrid’s art museums are some of the best in the world, packed to the rafters with artworks produced mainly in the Spanish Golden Age of the 16th and 17th centuries.
The Prado’s inventory is a reflection of the head-spinning breadth of Spanish royal and clerical patronage—and of the religious zeal that dominated the period. In contrast, the nearby Reina Sofia museum (named after Queen Sofia) is dedicated to modern art by Dalí, Miró, Bacon, Rothko, and Serra, to name a few, though the true showstopper here is Picasso’s “Guernica”.
This massive cubist masterpiece acutely captures the agony of the townspeople under bombardment during the Civil War, a slice of Spain’s more brutal history that still makes for a powerful anti-war statement.
Shop:
Aside from expertly tailored clothing (predominantly for guys), Le Marché Aux Puces is in the business of beautiful coffee table books and accessories, all housed in a stately former bookstore.
Meanwhile, Delitto e Castigo is considered one of the more superior shopping experiences in the world—housing racks brimming with everything from Alexander McQueen to Givenchy, in a dramatically lit architectural space—this accolade is well deserved. Our favorite, however, has to be Pez. Set up inside an abandoned military pharmacy, the store acts as an extension of the owners’ own closets and relaxed lifestyle. The resulting showroom is filled with silk Equipment shirts and floaty Nili Lotan separates alongside a beautiful edit of homewares like polished-wood serving bowls, dinner sets, ceramics, and bright textiles.
Eat:
The La Latina neighborhood is where you want to start the obligatory tapas crawl. Juana La Loca is a good initiation point: order a few cañas (miniature beers) and light tapas (a plate of Jamón, maybe a few shrimp toasts) to get the appetite going. Then, move on to La Musa for more small bites and to soak up the pre-dinner atmosphere as thousands of Madrileños do the same. Whatever route you take, make sure to end up at Ten Con Ten, a sit-down spot that serves classic tapas with a side of pasta (unexpected, but it works). No need to make reservations, plenty of tables are kept open for walk-ins.