CATEGORIES

The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam

BACKGROUND The Hoxton brand debuted in London's Shoreditch in 2006 and is part of Ennismore, in which Accor holds a majority stake. The brand has 16 properties across Europe and North America, including two in Amsterdam - the first opened in 2015 in the city centre, followed by this property in the Eastern Docklands in August 2023.

Ruby Zoe, London

BACKGROUND Germany's Ruby Hotels launched in 2013, and operates 17 properties in locations including Amsterdam, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Zurich.

London Hilton on Park Lane

BACKGROUND The London Hilton on Park Lane opened in 1963 - the first Hilton property in the UK. To celebrate its 60th anniversary last year, the hotel embarked on an extensive multi-million pound refurbishment led by the GA Group.

Philippine Airlines A321 business class SINGAPORE-MANILA

BACKGROUND Philippine Airlines operates flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport, using A321ceo aircraft, which stands for 'current engine option, indicating an older aircraft than the A321neo. My flight (PR502) was a morning departure at 1035, arriving 1425 local time in Manila.

Lima

Peru's coastal capital boasts colourful public parks, striking street art and generous plates of ceviche

The inside scoop

We chat to the president of luxury hotel and restaurant association Relais & Châteaux, which marks its 70th anniversary this month

Why business isn't better

Our 'columnist' this month explains why they believe economy class reigns supreme over business class

Here be dragons

For a city known for its densely packed streets and hectic pace of life, Hong Kong has a truly remarkable countryside

Provincial Provence

As Terre Blanche marks its 20th anniversary, we experience the resort's golfing and spa facilities as well as Michelin-starred food and blush rosé

Spain: an evolving MICE hub

There is plenty to discover beyond the main business centres of Madrid and Barcelona

UK spotlight: CARDIFF

Green fields and green tech are equal draws for doing business in the Welsh capital

MACHINE REVOLUTION

Artificial intelligence is transforming the travel industry, with huge strides in data analysis and generative AI set to create seamless, personalised travel for passengers

Manila's makeover

New infrastructure projects make it easier to navigate this bustling metropolis and discover the growing crop of creative districts

Does first class have a future?

With ongoing improvements in business, first class needs to outdo itself to survive

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

A highlight is the rooftop pool, which is a tropical oasis for post-meeting R&R

The Peninsula London

The design is all about natural light, greenery and open-plan spaces

Raffles London at The OWO

A stay at Raffles London at The OWO is bucket-list worthy

Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 business class HO CHI MINH CITY-LONDON

The bedding was nice - with pre-attached seat protector plus soft pillow and silky duvet

Royal Air Maroc Boeing 737-800 business class CASABLANCA-LONDON GATWICK

The service was great throughout the flight and the cabin crew were very friendly

Istanbul

Mosques, subterranean reservoirs and waterside attractions in the cosmopolitan Turkish city

Barking mad

Hoteliers worldwide are reaching for their dog bowls to meet the increasing demand of business travellers bringing their pets

BANGKOK RENAISSANCE

Whether it's extended metro lines, the huge number of new hotels or the parks springing up in the heart of the city, Thailand's capital is so much more than a stopover destination

GRAPE EXPECTATIONS

Discover the best wines available in the sky - and why you should avoid bold tannins inflight

RISKY BUSINESS

Business travellers need their wits about them more than ever these days with strategies in place should the worst happen

UK spotlight: GLASGOW

Cultural offerings and new business sectors are booming in the Scottish city

WIDEN THE SKIES

The urgent need for more women in aviation far exceeds some basic box-ticking. We spoke to the trailblazers reimagining the industry and pushing for essential gender equality

MOSQUES, MEDINAS AND MEETINGS

Casablanca is the centre of Morocco's economic power, while key investments in Tangier have transformed the region

Thompson Nashville

We walked round the corner to consider buying some cowboy boots at Lucchese

The Municipal Liverpool Hotel and Spa - MGallery

Housed in a Grade II* listed building, this is Liverpool's first and only five-star hotel

Regent Hong Kong

Daybeds by windows mean guests can drink up the busy Victoria Harbour scenes