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Make a Splash in Cannes
The legendary Carlton Cannes, a stomping ground for the stars during the Cannes Film Festival, has dazzled travelers since its doors first opened in 1913. Now, it’s shining even brighter: The historic hotel with its Belle Époque façade recently reopened on Boulevard de la Croisette following a multi-year renovation that includes two new luxury wings, a sprawling garden courtyard with 22,000 plant and flower species, and a shimmering infinity pool — the largest in Cannes.
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ON TREND
Set-jetting
If you booked a trip to Taormina, Sicily, after bingeing season two of The White Lotus, you’re in good company: A 2023 travel trends report reveals that 64 percent of travelers are inspired to visit a destination after seeing it on a TV show, in a news source or in a film. This renewed interest in “set-jetting” has led to a surge in popularity for places like England and Scotland (The Crown), Paris (Emily in Paris) and Alberta (The Last of Us), thanks to their on-screen roles.
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Keep Your Skincare Regimen Intact
Female-founded Cadence has launched a new customizable system for its refillable, recycled-plastic travel containers, ensuring you have a spot for every serum, toner and mask in your lineup. The leakproof magnetic capsules now come in a variety of TSA-approved sizes — just choose the number of capsules, the colors and the labels for a collection that’s all your own.
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LOCAL LINGO
Utepils
Visiting Norway this summer? Prepare for an utepils (pronounced “ooh-ta-pilz”). The Norwegian word, which translates to “outdoor lager,” describes the act of sitting outside on a sunny day and enjoying a beer. Oslo’s Prindsen Hage, a 1,400-seat beer garden with lawn games, food vendors and live music, is just the place for your first utepils.
MUST-HAVE
Cairo on Your Coffee Table
With this gorgeous tome, you’ll be transported to the electric streets of Cairo — the first Egyptian destination in Assouline’s coveted Travel Series. Colorful, immersive photography and illustrations pair with captivating storytelling from Cairo-based author Mai Eldib to take you on a vibrant journey through the bazaars, pyramids and modern skyscrapers that make up the ever-evolving capital.
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IN THE AIR
Sleeper Pods for All
The luxury of lying down is coming to economy: Air New Zealand’s pioneering Skynest bunks will be available on long-haul routes, including the nearly 18-hour New York to Auckland non-stop, as of September 2024. Spots in the new six-pod sleep zone can be booked for four-hour stints (covering two full sleep cycles, if you’re lucky), and will include a full-size pillow, bedding, earplugs, reading light and USB outlet. Sweet dreams!
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Sustainable Stays
To help guests check into properties that prioritize the planet, the Global Hotel Alliance (the world’s largest consortium of independent hotel brands, including Anantara, Corinthia and Pan Pacific) has launched the Green Collection — nearly 200 hotels that focus on social and sustainable responsibility. To qualify, hotels need at least one certification from a global environmental organization, such as EarthCheck, Green Growth 2050, Green Seal, Green Globe or LEED.
PARKROYAL COLLECTION MARINA BAY, SINGAPORECOURTESY OF GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE
Around the World in 140 Days
Silversea recently announced its world cruise for 2026 — and it’s the cruise line’s most diverse and immersive voyage yet. The Curious and the Sea will sail Silver Dawn to 70 destinations in 37 countries over 140 days. Inspired by seafarers of yore who set off to explore faraway lands, the itinerary includes island-hopping in the South Pacific, travel through both the Panama and Suez Canals and — a first for Silversea — a 21-day semi-circumnavigation of Australia.
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