TripAdvisor has named its Travelers’ Choice award winners for hotels in the USA and the world for 2019. The USA topped the list with 165 winners.
Author: Nancy Trejos, USA TODAY
The top hotels in the US and around the world
TripAdvisor has named the winners of its Travelers’ Choice awards for hotels worldwide. The US has the greatest number of hotel winners with 165.
New York City on sale: Deep discounts on shows, restaurants, hotels starting Jan. 21
New York City introduces NYC Winter Outing starting Jan. 21. Restaurant meals, Broadway shows and other attractions will be steeply discounted.
100th anniversary of Bauhaus spotlights influential design movement
Germany is celebrating the 100th birthday of the Bauhaus art and design movement. Throughout the year, they will hold exhibitions and performances.
Bauhaus buildings around the world
The 100th birthday of the Bauhaus school of art and design, one of the 20th century’s most influential art movements, is being celebrated this year.
Marriott unveils name for its new unified loyalty program: Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott bought Starwood in 2016. It has finally merged their loyalty programs to form Marriott Bonvoy.
Smart shopping: When to book the cheapest fights for 2019’s major holidays
These are the lowest domestic airfare prices for holidays in 2019. Hopper, the travel booking mobile app, has estimated fares.
Hotel renovations: Las Vegas, New Orleans, Florida properties show off overhauls
Hotels are starting the year with fresh looks. These are the most recent notable hotel renovations in the USA.
Japan to charge international visitors a departure tax
Japan has instituted a departure tax on most international visitors. The tax amounts to $9 per travelers.
The Museum of the Dog is set to debut in New York City on Feb. 8
The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog is set to open in New York City Feb. 8. It has one of the world’s largest collections of canine fine art.